In Paris's 2nd arrondissement, whether your steps take you to the Bourse district, Montorgueil, Le Sentier, or Réaumur Sébastopol, one thing is certain: you're bound to get hungry at some point during the day.
Famous for its many historic buildings with magnificent facades that take us back to the Paris of yesteryear, the 2nd arrondissement of Paris is a lively neighborhood day and night, where local business workers rub shoulders with tourists in search of good deals and discoveries. It is a central arrondissement and ideal for having a good time.
If a restaurant is where you want to spend some quality time, then follow the guide! Whether it's a small or large hunger, a special event on an unlimited budget, or a craving for street food on the go, the 2nd arrondissement's good restaurants follow one another but are never the same.
Good addresses, latest finds and favorites... Here you'll find the best places to eat in the 2nd arrondissement!
Noodle Inn: An immersive Chinese street food restaurant in Opéra, Paris
Sponsored - Discover Noodle Inn, a fresh new spot for Chinese street food opening in Opéra: Noodle Inn immerses you in the lively spirit of Sichuan with its handcrafted noodles and homemade dumplings. [Read more]
Paillettes Paris: the festive restaurant that combines gastronomy and celebration in the heart of Paris
Sponsored - A festive restaurant in the heart of Paris, where you can enjoy tasty Mediterranean cuisine and vibrate to the rhythm of live music: welcome to Paillettes Paris, the sensory experience to be had at 14 rue Saint-Fiacre. You'll also have the chance to discover the Bains du Marais with its hammam, sauna, massage and treatments! Paillettes will be open all summer, so book now! [Read more]
The best duck in Paris at CANARD et CHAMPAGNE
Sponsored - You've probably already heard of the wonderful pairing of duck and champagne, or of the magnificent heritage nestled in the welcoming Passage des Panoramas. Perhaps you've also heard of the former chocolate factory of François Marquis, chocolatier to the kings of France... and that's precisely where you'll find Canard et Champagne, the expert duck restaurant! [Read more]
Breathe, a 100% plant-based Japanese restaurant serving vegan maki and sushi
Are you vegan but can't imagine giving up sushi, maki, or even fried chicken? Head to the vegan restaurant Breathe in the Sentier district for 100% plant-based Japanese specialties! [Read more]
WaffCachee, a spot dedicated to filled waffles, both savory and sweet, in Paris.
Do you love waffles? Then here's a place to discover in the heart of Paris. Waff Cachée is a gourmet restaurant specializing in filled waffles, with creative toppings inspired by the four corners of the world. Here you'll find sweet and savory recipes, with the added bonus of artisanal ice cream for those who love frozen treats. [Read more]
The history of Paris's great restaurants: La Fontaine Gaillon, a former private mansion
Opened in a 17th-century mansion, La Fontaine Gaillon blends aristocratic heritage, refined plant decor and revisited bourgeois cuisine in the heart of the 2nd arrondissement. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Le Vaudeville, Art Deco charm
Since 1918, brasserie Le Vaudeville has been spreading the Parisian tradition across from the Bourse, with seafood platters, French classics and Art Deco decor, in an elegant, lively atmosphere. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's top restaurants: Aux Lyonnais, a true bouchon lyonnais in Paris
Aux Lyonnais, an emblematic bistro in the 2nd arrondissement, has been celebrating Lyonnais cuisine in Paris since 1890, in an authentic bouchon setting. [Read more]
A short history of the great restaurants of Paris: Gallopin, 150 years in front of the Stock Exchange
Facing the Bourse, Gallopin is a chic, lively brasserie that has been open since 1876. Belle Époque decor, French cuisine and Parisian spirit in the heart of the 2nd arrondissement. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Grand Colbert, a brasserie in a spectacular setting
A historic brasserie facing the Bourse, Le Grand Colbert has been welcoming the Parisian elite to its Empire decor since 1900. Seafood, velvet banquettes and gilded chandeliers: a cult address in the 2nd arrondissement. [Read more]
A brief history of the great restaurants of Paris: Drouant, literary temple of the Prix Goncourt
Since 1880, Drouant has been home to the Prix Goncourt and French literature. An elegant brasserie in the heart of the 2nd arrondissement, it has combined classic gastronomy and literary heritage for over a century. [Read more]
The French love them: discover the 100% duck restaurant in Paris
Sponsored - Fans of Southwestern cuisine swear by duck confit and magret. In Paris, there's a restaurant that celebrates quality French duck to the delight of gourmets. An emblematic product, since the French consume an average of 3.3 kg per person per year, compared to just 500 g in the rest of the world. A true national love! [Read more]
Babi, a Sentier wine bar that's part bistro, part table d'auteur
Open in the Sentier, Babi is a wine bar that plays with genres. Halfway between the bistro and the table d'auteur, this restaurant opened by Jérémie Taché and Néo Guerin aims to bring together good bowling and good food. [Read more]
Mealy opens in Paris: Michou's street food moves to boulevard Montmartre
From August 30, 2025, Mealy by Michou will open at 17 boulevard Montmartre (Paris 2e) with burgers inspired by its travels. [Read more]
Osteria degli Amici and its heart-shaped pizzas, a real favorite
With its heart-shaped pizzas, halfway between Roman and Neapolitan, and fresh pasta prepared on site every day, Osteria degli Amici is a real favorite in Paris's 2nd arrondissement. [Read more]
Aux Lyonnais, Alain Ducasse's Parisian "bouchon lyonnais" brilliantly taken over by the Dumant brothers
Canaille, the Aux Lyonnais bistro has been one since its early days, and will remain so. After nearly 25 years under the direction of Alain Ducasse, this true Lyonnais bouchon in the heart of Paris is changing hands. While the multi-starred chef keeps a watchful eye on his beloved restaurant, it is now the unstoppable Dumant siblings who have taken over the reins with brio. [Read more]
Canard et Champagne, the restaurant where duck sparkles in Paris
Sponsored - Canard & Champagne Paris 2 ème, in the Passage des Panoramas, just a stone's throw from the Grands Boulevards, is the perfect place to try two of France's most beloved products, for the love of palmipeds and the noble capsule. [Read more]
Café Jeanne: restaurant and terrace in the heart of the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme
In the heart of the chic Vendôme district, the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme Hotel hides a discreet, elegant restaurant with a hidden terrace away from the hustle and bustle of Paris. We tell you more about Café Jeanne, the chic, gourmet address. [Read more]
Le Pompon, the festive restaurant in the heart of the Palais Brongniart
Laurent de Gourcuff takes over the Palais Brongniart with a festive restaurant, Le Pompon, due to open in October. [Read more]
Zinqué, an all-day brunch spot in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris
Rue Etienne Marcel, Zinqué offers a gourmet concept, ideal for many occasions, from breakfast to dinner, with a generous menu in the heart of Paris. [Read more]
Dimdan Maidan, Hong Kong cuisine like in a real cha chaan teng in Paris
Non-stop to Hong Kong at Dimdan Maidan, a small restaurant in the purest tradition of Hong Kong cha chaan teng. [Read more]
GUIREN, the French bistro restaurant with Ecuadorian flair
Sponsored - Just a stone's throw from the lively rue de Montorgueil, in Paris's 2nd arrondissement, Ecuadorian chef Roberto Valladares has set up shop. At the GUIREN restaurant, he offers creative and resolutely gourmet French bistronomic cuisine with Ecuadorian and Japanese influences. [Read more]
Kuccini, the Italian Cicchetti restaurant Paris 2nd arrondissement
Sponsored - Italian cichetti, those delicious morsels typical of Venice, are a real hit in Paris. These varied little dishes delight gourmets in search of authenticity, perfect for an aperitif or a convivial meal. A welcome touch of Dolce Vita for the end of summer! [Read more]
De Vie, the fabulous cocktail bar x gourmet restaurant from Little Red Door's ex-mixologists
The mixologists behind Little Red Door are at it again with De Vie; not really a cocktail bar, nor just a gourmet restaurant... An absolutely stunning multi-faceted address. [Read more]
Kuna Bada, a colorful Indian brasserie near Place des Victoires
The Kuna Family opens Kuna Bada, its third address in Paris. This time, it's a large Indian brasserie, a stone's throw from Place des Victoires. [Read more]
Ypseli, a true bistronomic Greek tavern in Paris
Ypseli has opened its doors on the Montorgueil side, in the pure vein of Athenian neo-gastrotavernas, and it's a success. [Read more]
Frenchie, the Michelin-starred address of chef Greg Marchand
Nestled on the banks of Rue du Nil, opposite the Maison wine bar, Frenchie is the star-studded den of chef Greg Marchand. [Read more]
Journey, café-restaurant and brunch all day long
In the Sentier district, opposite NOIR Coffee Shop, the same team has opened Journey, a sleek and stylish café-restaurant where you can enjoy brunch at any time of day... but not only! [Read more]
Yujin: the 2nd arrondissement restaurant in Paris that fuses Japanese cuisine and street food
When four lifelong friends decide to join forces to create a place that's just like them, the result is Yujin! Located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, this friendly, gourmet eatery fuses Japanese cuisine and street food in a modern restaurant with a hip-hop soundtrack. [Read more]
Cocoricains, finally a quality American bistro in Paris!
At last! The real American bistro that Paris has been waiting for is Cocoricains, an ebullient address a stone's throw from the Grands Boulevards, run by two Franco-American friends. [Read more]
Groot, a delicious street-food pie shop from Top Chefs Hugo Riboulet & Albane Auvray
Top Chef 2023 winner Hugo Riboulet opens Groot, a street-food restaurant based around pies, in the company of his former teammate and friend Albane Auvray. Comfort and indulgence are the order of the day! [Read more]
Boni's: the New York-style pizza restaurant by the slice
Nestled in Paris's 2nd arrondissement, Boni's offers New York-style pizza by the slice. Here, you can sit down quickly or take away, then try one of the restaurant's four recipes, or create your own custom slice for the more daring! [Read more]
Red Katz, a traditional Chinese restaurant in a fabulous retro setting
Between tradition and modernity, the Red Katz restaurant unveils a menu that pays homage to the greatest classics of Chinese cuisine, perfectly executed, in a truly fabulous setting. [Read more]
Italian cuisine by Giovanni Passerini under a splendid glass roof at the Hôtel des Grands Boulevards
The Hôtel des Grands Boulevards conceals a tasty Italian restaurant under a splendid glass roof, whose menu is signed by chef Giovanni Passerini. [Read more]
Altro Frenchie, chef Greg Marchand's Italian address lives up to all its promises
This year's most eagerly-awaited address is undoubtedly Altro Frenchie, chef Greg Marchand's Italian restaurant. As expected, it delivers on all its promises. [Read more]
L'Entente, the excellent English brasserie a stone's throw from the Opéra Garnier
The avant-garde L'Entente has been a fixture at the Opéra Garnier for many years. Under the aegis of Oliver Woodhead, the English restaurant pays tribute to the greatest British specialties. [Read more]
Leven, Kurdish street-food on fire
Boarding for the Middle East at Leven, a new Kurdish street-food stall in the Sentier. [Read more]
Sam Chic, traditional Korean restaurant for barbecue and fondue lovers
Recognized by the Korean Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Sam Chic is a traditional Korean restaurant for lovers of barbecue, fondue and authentic dishes. [Read more]
At La Fontaine Gaillon, chef Marie-Victorine Manoa reinvents gourmet elegance
This iconic address, taken over this summer 2024 by the Fitz Group with Marie-Victorine Manoa at the helm in the kitchen, offers a classic menu boldly revisited in a hushed atmosphere. Immerse yourself in an experience where terroir and creativity come together. [Read more]
Babille, a festive French brasserie on the Grands Boulevards
Canaille and festive, the French brasserie Babille awaits gourmets and party-goers on the Grands Boulevards to delight them in every way. [Read more]
Alma: the delicious Corsican tapas bar and restaurant in Montorgueil
Take a trip to Corsica at Alma, a restaurant and tapas bar typical of the island of beauty, in the Montorgueil district, where you can feast on good food in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. [Read more]
Restaurant Zakuro, a discreet and authentic Japanese restaurant in Paris
It's a small address with big flavors, but also a family affair where conviviality and authenticity reign. Zakuro is a discreet Japanese restaurant in the heart of Paris, where you can discover gourmet, comforting Japanese cuisine. A neighborhood nugget not to be missed! [Read more]
Yuxiangting, an unusual restaurant serving Chinese fondue, whether you like it or not, where a train provides the service
Yuxiangting is an all-you-can-eat Chinese fondue restaurant. The idea: you don't have to be with several people to enjoy a Chinese fondue in peace and quiet. The restaurant offers a fondue just for you, in a futuristic restaurant served by a train. [Read more]
Find the location of all these great places by clicking on the map below!
And for exploring the district:
Things to do in the Sentier and Bourse neighborhoods: Ideas for outings and great places to visit
Taking a stroll through the Sentier and Bourse neighborhoods in Paris's 2nd arrondissement? Follow the guide so you don't miss a thing! [Read more]
Looking for great places to visit around the Opéra Garnier and Grands Boulevards, between the 2nd and 9th arrondissements of Paris? You've come to the right place! Restaurants, museums, covered passages—we'll tell you everything! [Read more]
And what are your favorite restaurants in Paris's 2nd arrondissement?
Things to do in the Sentier and Bourse neighborhoods: Ideas for outings and great places to visit
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