It's hard to find anything more indulgent, nostalgic, and satisfying than a delicious croque-monsieur generously filled with quality local ingredients and dripping with melted cheese, don't you agree? Decades after its invention in the late 19th century, this staple ofFrench bistro cuisine continues to delight foodies of all ages, people in a hurry, and tourists visiting Paris, all at agenerally affordable price.
The City of Light is full of places where you can enjoy a delicious croque-monsieur, prepared according to the rules of the art. Whether they follow the original recipe, based on ham, béchamel sauce, and cheese, or allow themselves more original variations, with chicken, raclette cheese, or even vegetarian versions, croque-monsieurs(and croque-madames, with a fried egg on top!) can be enjoyed all year round in the capital's restaurants.
Find out where to eat a good croque-monsieur in a restaurant in Paris. Follow the guide!
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]
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]
La Riotte, a lively French bistro and fine vintages in the cellar
Opened by Caves Carrière, La Riotte is a lively French bistro that inevitably revolves around the cellar's fine vintages. [Read more]
Le Dali, Le Meurice's elegant gourmet restaurant, serving fine French cuisine
In the heart of the Le Meurice palace, the Le Dali restaurant, with its imposing Philippe Starck decor, invites you to relax and indulge, without the fuss. Chef Clémentine Bouchon unveils seasonal French cuisine, with a sprinkling of classic French dishes, ending with a farandole of pastries by chef Cédric Grolet. [Read more]
Buvette Paris, bistro-style cuisine and cocktails all day long
The little sister of the New York address, Buvette Paris is open all day long, offering classic bistro fare, brunch options and toast cocktails. [Read more]
The croque monsieur from Comptoir de crème, the 18th arrondissement's friendly restaurant with plates to share
Le comptoir de crème offers a gourmet, comforting croque monsieur [Read more]
Gast, bakery and brunch during the day, bistronomy in the evening
A multi-faceted place, Gast is open non-stop, offering a choice of pastries, brunches or bistronomic toasts, depending on the time of day. [Read more]
Hasard, a French bistro where you can eat, drink and... scratch
A French bistro where you can eat, drink and try your luck at scratch cards. Rather... unusual. No mystery, it's all happening at Hasard! [Read more]
Le Bistrot des Fables, the gourmet landmark that replaces Café Lignac
After Christian Constant and Cyril Lignac, it's now the turn of David Bottreau (Christian Constant's former right-hand man), creator of Comptoir des Fables, to set up shop on rue Saint-Dominique. Rediscover the restaurant that's going back to basics, bringing traditional bistro cuisine back to the fore under the guidance of Guillaume Dehecq. [Read more]
La Brasserie des Arts, authentic Parisian brasserie by the book
With its own take on the great French classics, Brasserie des Arts is fast becoming an institution in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. A true Parisian brasserie, with attentive service to boot! [Read more]
Le Petit Beefbar Paris, the casual Parisian bistro a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées
Le Petit Beefbar Paris, Beefbar's little brother, is the casual bistro just off the Champs-Élysées. Discover this elegant new restaurant with cosmopolitan flavors. [Read more]
The secret and brilliant Tea Time from the Halle aux Grains to the Bourse de Commerce in Paris
La Halle aux Grains, Michel and Sébastien Bras' famous restaurant hidden away on the 3rd floor of the Paris Bourse de Commerce - Fondation Pinault, offers an excellent tea time combining culinary innovation and a superb view of Les Halles. We tell you more... [Read more]
Chardonnay, the roguish little brother of the Crus de Bourgogne
Opened right next door to its big sister Aux Crus de Bourgogne, Chardonnay is the Dumant family's latest offspring, the turbulent child version. A new bistro with no fuss, no muss, no fuss, featuring dishes with a French flair. [Read more]
Au Petit Riche, bourgeois French cuisine without a wrinkle
Since it opened in 1854, Au Petit Riche has been delighting the Parisian elite with its bourgeois French cuisine. [Read more]
Faste, the restaurant with generous and original croque-monsieurs
On the Faste menu, there's just one star: the croque-monsieur, which comes in a thousand and one original, regressive recipes. [Read more]
Le Saint-Régis, the 100% Parisian brasserie on the Ile-Saint-Louis
Looking for the very best in Parisian bistronomy? Let's go to Saint-Régis, a typical bistro in the Ile-Saint-Louis district, offering the very best in bistronomic cuisine right in the heart of Paris. Eggs Benedict, warm goat's cheese salad, croque monsieur, salmon and avocado tartare... A real treat! [Read more]
Astair, the Parisian brasserie in the Passage des Panoramas
Inside the Passage des Panoramas, Brasserie Astair unveils a menu of generously served traditional French dishes. The place to comfort yourself during the coming winter! [Read more]
The Galerie du Georges V for a treat
The George V invites us to a new culinary experience in its Galerie. For the start of the 2021 season, Chef Alan Taudon has created a new menu that pays tribute to French terroir and savoir-faire. We're back with the essential dishes of French gastronomy, creatively reworked. [Read more]
Aux Crus de Bourgogne, authentic French cuisine in Montorgueil
The Aux Crus de Bourgogne institution gets a makeover, but remains true to itself. Here, you can still enjoy the great classics of French gastronomy, expertly executed. [Read more]
Le Vaudeville: traditional cuisine and seafood for the century-old Parisian brasserie
Few Parisian brasseries can boast of celebrating their 100 years. This is the case of the Brasserie Le Vaudeville, a true institution nestled in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, just opposite the Bourse. With its classic Parisian brasserie dishes and its seafood, Le Vaudeville has not finished seducing the taste buds of Parisians. [Read more]
Find the location of all these addresses by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
Where to eat a good sandwich in Paris? Our good addresses
Looking for a good sandwich to enjoy during your stroll through Paris? Here are some great sandwich shops where you can devour kebabs, croque-monsieurs, burgers, banh mi, and other pastrami sandwiches. [Read more]
So, shall we go for a croque this lunchtime?
Where to eat a good sandwich in Paris? Our good addresses
