Centered around the vast and green Parc des Buttes Chaumont, beloved by Parisians as soon as the sun comes out, the 19th arrondissement of Paris is an off-center district that holds many surprises. The neighborhood offers a perfect blend of calm, entertainment, and culture, thanks to its museums, concert halls, and great places to visit of all kinds.
Popular and cosmopolitan to the core, the 19th arrondissement remains true to itself, offering great walks in the Parc de la Villette or along the Canal de l'Ourcq (and even swimming in the canal in summer!), but also great evenings out with friends after dark, in one of the district's many bars.
When it comes to food, the area is no slouch either, with restaurants as diverse as they are varied, offering sometimes French cuisine, sometimes street food, and often world cuisine in all its diversity and plurality. It's just as possible to eat a delicious Lebanese dish as a good kebab!
Looking for a good restaurant? From La Villette to Stalingrad, discover our best addresses, our latest finds and our favorites in Paris's 19th arrondissement!
Bistrot Sauvageon, the neighborhood restaurant in the 19th arrondissement with gourmet dishes
Looking for a good bistro in the 19th? Head to Bistrot Sauvageon, a neighborhood restaurant between Colonel Fabien and Buttes-Chaumont, which combines a great atmosphere with delicious gourmet dishes. [Read more]
Vandal, a great pocket sandwich shop in Buttes-Chaumont
Overlooking Buttes-Chaumont, Vandal stands out for its raw design and very, very short menu: 3 sandwiches, period, but particularly naughty ones. [Read more]
Ora Farmhouse at the Pavillon du Lac, a vegetarian culinary show and edible paintings right on the table
Set up in the Pavillon du Lac in the heart of the Buttes-Chaumont, Ora Farmhouse offers a true gourmet experience, with a culinary show by chef Saayaan, who magnifies vegetables in edible paintings drawn right on the table. [Read more]
La Sociable, Colonel Fabien's very affordable restaurant-bar.
With plates and pints of beer starting at 5€, La Sociable is an address that's sure to win hearts, but not wallets. A real bargain on the Colonel Fabien side of town! [Read more]
Boom Boom Villette: we tested the first Food & Leisure Market in the heart of La Villette
Boom Boom Villette is France's first Food & Leisure Market, taking the place of Vill'Up at La Villette, and offering a wide range of restaurants and leisure establishments. We tried out the food section, and tell you all about it! [Read more]
L'Envol, Thibaut Spiwack's restaurant high above the Philharmonie de Paris
Thibaut Spiwack and Sarah Ledu open L'Envol, their cozy little nest high above the Philharmonie de Paris. To be discovered at the end of January. [Read more]
BooloFood, the affordable restaurant with generous African cuisine in the 19th arrondissement
Rue de Joinville, just a few minutes' walk from the large Parc de la Villette, is home to BooloFood, a small, friendly neighborhood restaurant with a generous menu, well-balanced cuisine and affordable prices. [Read more]
Botza: the gourmet spot a stone's throw from Buttes Chaumont
Fancy some fine Franco-Italian cuisine? Head for the Botza bistro, nestled in the heart of Buttes Chaumont, which combines the charm of Parisian brasseries with the delicacy of French-style pizzas. A gourmet haven where tradition meets modernity! [Read more]
Ventrus, the nomadic, eco-responsible restaurant returns to the Parc de la Villette
Nomadic and eco-responsible, the Ventrus restaurant, which blends cuisine, ecology and architecture as close to nature as possible, returns to the Parc de la Villette for a second season, from October 26, 2022 to May 2023. In charge of the kitchens will be Mexican chef Alberto Rebolledo, in residence until Christmas, followed by other young chefs. After that, Ventrus will set off on new adventures in France! [Read more]
Nana Bistro Thaï, the Franco-Thai restaurant at MK2 Quai de Loire
A Thai restaurant in the MK2 Quai de Loire, Nana offers fine palates a simple but well-crafted Franco-Thai cuisine that transports us a thousand miles away. [Read more]
L'Artisan Libanais, the restaurant in eastern Paris to discover the flavours of Lebanon
Discover the flavors and ambiance of Beirut in the 11th and 19th arrondissements of Paris at two L'Artisan Libanais locations. Ready to embark on a memorable gourmet journey? [Read more]
Tintamarre, the good Lebanese restaurant in the 19th arrondissement
This year, Lebanese restaurant Tintamarre celebrated its 3rd birthday! An opportunity to rediscover this fine 19th arrondissement restaurant with its Levantine flavors. [Read more]
Coup de Tête, the very good restaurant on the heights of Belleville
On the heights of Belleville, the Coup de Tête restaurant welcomes hungry locals, and chef Jaime Corzo Lemos takes charge of delighting them with his inventive, gourmet bistro cuisine. [Read more]
Mensae, Thibault Sombardier's excellent restaurant in the 19th arrondissement
Nestled in the heights of Belleville, Mensae is one of the restaurants run by former Top Chef finalist Thibault Sombardier. With its low prices, simple cuisine and lively emotions, this is an address worth discovering. [Read more]
The Breton canteen, a colorful creperie of the 19th century
In the Ourcq district, one block above the canal, La Cantine Bretonne has been distilling the smell of golden crepes, both savory and sweet, since May 2018. Notice to lovers of gourmet dishes and wide open spaces! [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 Buttes Chaumont and La Villette neighborhood: Ideas for outings and places to visit
How about a little tour of Buttes Chaumont and La Villette in Paris's 19th arrondissement? Follow the guide! [Read more]
What are your favorite restaurants in Paris's 19th arrondissement?
Things to do in the Buttes Chaumont and La Villette neighborhood: Ideas for outings and places to visit
