When the weather pleasant, Parisians flock to the terraces. Everyone seeks their spot in the sun to enjoy the
While some boast a curated musical programming, reveal quirky performances or are set in stunning settings, others also offer original cocktails, world specialties on the plate for gourmets, and many other wonderful surprises yet…
It's simple: the most original concepts will no longer hold any mystery for you and your friends this spring–summer 2026 in Paris. You’ll be ready to let yourself be surprised by the well-kept secrets of the City of Light and its surroundings. It’s time to join the adventure yourself, so buckle up—there will be surprises on the menu. Here come the good addresses!
Paris’s trendiest venues to book for your evenings, private or corporate.
Sponsored - Because you're looking to go out, unwind, and have fun—whether it's during the week, on weekends, day or night... here’s a curated list of the best venues in the heart of Paris where you can party or reserve for your own evenings out!
Plus, with the arrival of sunnier days, take advantage of spacious outdoor terraces to enjoy the sunshine. [Read more]
With Notre-Dame as backdrop, this summer terrace takes over a Parisian bridge – reviews & photos
Facing Notre-Dame, La Rôtisserie d’Argent unfurls its checked tablecloths and sets up its summer summer spot along the Quai de la Tournelle. With a view of the Seine, a Parisian bistro vibe and dishes by Romuald Sinnan: here the panorama grabs the eye, but the cooking is equally worthy of attention. [Read more]
A guinguette and a food truck await you in this lush park in Yvelines all summer long.
The Guinguette du Dispensaire and the Café des Écuries’ food truck are waiting for you at Parc du Dispensaire in Sartrouville (78) from June 3 to October 31, 2026: appetizer boards, Raimo ice cream, waffles and outdoor drinks are calling your name. We went to check it out and here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Frequencies, Euphoria Sessions, Cookie Records... Kilomètre25's upcoming outdoor parties.
Under the ring road, Kilomètre25 is rolling out electro nights through autumn. Techno, house, trance, hardcore or hard groove: check out the lineup for the upcoming 2026 nights and the artists expected at the open-air in the 19th arrondissement. [Read more]
Three terraces to explore Paris this summer, with Fitz Group restaurants
Sponsored - In Paris, Fitz Group channels three summer moods—Rome, New Orleans and Provence—right in the heart of the city, from the Opéra district to the Eiffel Tower. Each venue, thanks to its terrace, offers a full-fledged pit stop without leaving the capital. [Read more]
Terrace in Maison Roland’s garden at Shangri-La Paris: the 16th arrondissement’s secret refuge.
The Garden Terrace at Shangri-La Paris reopens for the sunny season, just steps from the Trocadéro. This garden, usually closed to the public, now hosts the Maison Roland bistro, to be enjoyed all summer 2026 for a lovely interlude with the Eiffel Tower in view. [Read more]
Hollande Ponds: the free riverside guinguette beach with no swimming in Yvelines has reopened.
The Étangs de Hollande beach reopens this Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Yvelines (78), after several days of closure caused by storms. We set out to explore the site, from hot sand to deck chairs, inflatable castles, a guinguette, and a free sunset concert that await you through August 30, 2026. [Read more]
Polpo Plage 2026: a beachfront terrace and boats on the Seine in Levallois
Polpo Plage is coming to Levallois-Perret for summer 2026, inviting you to put your feet in the sand along the Seine, with a Fever-Tree–designed bar, bonfire nights, and rides on permit-free electric boats. [Read more]
Plantation Paris: a unique rooftop in one of Europe's largest urban farms in the 18th arrondissement
The 18th arrondissement of Paris is home to a rooftop that goes all out. And no wonder—this one-of-a-kind venue sits inside one of Europe’s largest urban farms. Here’s what you need to know about the Plantation Paris concept. [Read more]
Le Jardin du SAX Paris: the private terrace with a pool opens its doors
Le Jardin du SAX, the Paris restaurant's intimate outdoor space, reopens for spring 2026 with a new seasonal menu, a heated pool and a live-music vibe in the 7th arrondissement. [Read more]
Buthiers' guinguette, the latest hotspot nestled in a forest in Seine-et-Marne
A new guinguette awaits you this year in Buthiers, in Seine-et-Marne, set in a surprising woodland and rocky landscape. Concerts, casual dining and a friendly atmosphere are on the menu on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, the eves of public holidays and the public holidays in May, then daily starting in June 2026. [Read more]
A hidden guinguette on a farm opens in the Yvelines
Nestled in the heart of the Gally Farm’s nursery in Saint-Cyr-l'École, the Guinguette de Gally reopens for the 2026 season. Homemade waffles, refreshing drinks and a lush garden are on the program, from late April to autumn. We’ve tested it, and here’s the full story. [Read more]
Han Rooftop at the Guimet Museum: the Korean terrace with a view of the Eiffel Tower and the DJ set back in action
Han Rooftop at the Guimet Museum returns for another summer season, running from May 15 to September 12, 2026. Perched atop the Asian Art Museum in the 16th arrondissement, this temporary Korean rooftop invites you to soak up the sun all summer long with sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower, Korean specialties, and a lively cultural program under the Parisian sky. [Read more]
88 Ménilmontant, La Bellevilloise’s ephemeral pop-up venue returns for the summer
On April 25, 2026, 88 Ménilmontant reopens its vegetated junkyard-terrace in the heart of Paris’s 20th arrondissement. [Read more]
A barge-turned-guinguette dedicated to the aperitif settles on the banks of the Seine this summer — our photos
The aperitif goes afloat with a floating guinguette on the banks of the Seine! From April 1 to September 30, 2026, this open-air hotspot, curated by the French Federation of Apéritif, blends local specialties, craft beers, and a festive atmosphere between Hôtel de Ville and Saint-Paul, to celebrate the return of sunny days. [Read more]
Les Chasses, the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay's restaurant and its beautiful hidden terrace - Yvelines
The Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay, located in Cernay-la-Ville in the Yvelines department, hides several restaurants within its walls, accessible to all. We'd like to take you on a tour of Les Chasses, an unusual French restaurant in historic manor house style, with the added bonus of a beautiful terrace to enjoy the fine weather. [Read more]
Jardin21, the green, festive, family-friendly wasteland returns along the Canal de l'Ourcq
Along the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, between Pantin and La Villette, Jardin21 is the must-visit spot this summer. DJ sets, dance nights, workshops for kids... [Read more]
The Petit Moulin des Vaux de Cernay is transformed into a cultural restaurant with terrace (78)
Alert friends, the famous little Moulin des Vaux de Cernay in the Vallée de Chevreuse in the Yvelines (78), is being revived and transformed into a cultural restaurant that combines a place to eat, have a drink and relax in the sun with a cultural gallery where you can enjoy ephemeral exhibitions in a place steeped in history. [Read more]
Le Moulin de Flagy, restaurant and bucolic terrace in a former mill in Seine-et-Marne (77)
We're off to Flagy in the Seine-et-Marne, one of France's favorite villages, to discover the Moulin de Flagy, a hotel-restaurant on the banks of the Orvanne, which offers fine home cooking in a verdant setting. [Read more]
The Batofar is back! Make way for the cultural, festive and gourmet Bateau Phare
The Batofar, the famous red boat moored in Paris's 13th arrondissement and recognizable by its imposing turret, a beacon of the nightlife world in its day, closed its doors 6 years ago. It's a rebirth for this spot, which is now open to us once again. With shows, concerts, clubbing and restaurants, we'll be back for more. [Read more]
Act II (formerly Au_Top): the secret rooftop in Paris for a high Japanese cuisine
Acte II (formerly Au_Top) is a gourmet rooftop restaurant hidden away in the heart of the capital, with a surprising 360° view. Jean Philippe de la Perle's restaurant offers a panoramic view over the rooftops of Paris, while Masahide Ikuta's dishes reveal a high Japanese gastronomy. [Read more]
Ladurée's flower-filled terrace on the Champs-Elysées
On sunny days, Ladurée offers a flower-filled terrace on the Champs-Élysées! It's the perfect place to relax over breakfast or tea, surrounded by hundreds of roses. [Read more]
Café Aristide, bar, restaurant and hidden terrace in Montmartre
Café Aristide opens its doors and welcomes you to its charming Bohème restaurant for a delicious moment at any time of day. From breakfast to aperitifs, dinner or lunch on its hidden terrace, this is a hidden spot that's sure to win you over. [Read more]
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