A comforting restaurant isthe kind of place to take refuge when winter takes hold of the capital and you dream of generous cuisine that plays on your guilty pleasures. Melted cheese, slow-cooked dishes, flavorful soups, and much more, these restaurants sometimes bring back childhood memories of family meals and warm your taste buds as much as your heart.
Of course, everyone has their own opinion and defines the concept of"comforting" as they see fit. Some people consider aplatter of roasted vegetablesto be the height of pleasure, but for us, when we think of a "comforting restaurant," we imagine generous dishes with a multitude of colors and flavors that lift the spirits, good fats to help us cope with the falling temperatures, iconic street food dishes that can be eaten with your fingers, or cheese that flows like a waterfall.
If you agree with us, then now is the time to browse this list of comforting restaurants in the capital that will encourage you to brave the cold Parisian streets and enjoy a delicious meal with friends, family, or even on your own.
What's on the menu? The inevitable raclette, a good Canadian-style poutine, a hot ramen that we slurp while taking care not to burn the tip of our tongue, a Neapolitan pizza, meats and fish cooked over fire and flame, and why not, Greek dishes that make us envision a future trip to the Cyclades, next summer.
Tasty, gourmet, generous... Here's a list of comforting restaurants to try out in Paris!
Nirvana Inde: A trendy modern Indian restaurant in the 8th arrondissement
Sponsored - The Indian restaurant Nirvana Inde welcomes you into a chic and modern setting. Located at 6 rue de Moscou in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, this establishment offers a refined culinary experience that's open daily for lunch and dinner, except on Sundays. It’s a unique spot for a memorable Valentine’s Day dinner. [Read more]
Le Ti Case Créole: a must-see Restaurant Bar Rhumerie in Paris
Sponsored - Want to get away without leaving Paris? Ti Case Créole, a Caribbean restaurant and bar located in the 14th arrondissement, invites you on a colorful culinary journey! A generous brunch, fragrant dishes, homemade Creole specialties, and exotic cocktails await you in a warm and festive atmosphere. As the year draws to a close, the whole team is ready to welcome you for a moment of sunshine, conviviality, and authenticity. Open from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m., with continuous service from noon to 11:30 p.m. [Read more]
Les Rupins: An Authentic Parisian Bistro in the 10th Arrondissement, Near the Canal Saint-Martin
Sponsored - Just steps from Canal Saint-Martin, Gare de l’Est, and République, Les Rupins is a true Parisian bistro at its best. Nestled in the heart of the 10th arrondissement, it's the go-to spot that perfectly captures the essence of Parisian tradition while serving up modern, all-made-from-scratch cuisine, crafted with ultra-fresh, seasonal ingredients. Every dish here showcases the city’s culinary excellence. And for Valentine’s Day, the restaurant is offering a one-of-a-kind special menu. [Read more]
The Cubana Café Paris Montparnasse bar-restaurant-smoking room: fiesta, flavours & caliente atmosphere!
Sponsored - Fancy a trip to Havana in the heart of Paris?
Welcome to Cubana Café, a unique bar, restaurant, and smoking room where a warm atmosphere and Cuban flavors await you from 11 a.m. to 4 a.m. during the week and until 5 a.m. on weekends.
Salsa lessons every Tuesday! [Read more]
Whimsical: The fun house of board games with homemade dishes and rustic decor
At Loufoque in the 9th arrondissement, it's not just about having a drink: it's about diving into an enormous collection of 900 board games. Whether you're into quizzes, adventures, or strategy, you'll also find cocktails and homemade dishes. Prepare for an evening filled with laughter and treats. [Read more]
L'Auberge Aveyronnaise, a warm and traditional restaurant in Paris where you can enjoy authentic Aligot
Not far from Bercy station in the 12th arrondissement, the Auberge Aveyronnaise serves up classic dishes from the Aveyron region on its checkered tablecloths, with the legendary aligot taking center stage, all in a warm, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere. [Read more]
Club Cochon l'Auberge: a quintessential French bistro in the 9th arrondissement of Paris
After Passage des Panoramas and its now-famous P'tit Bouillon du Passage, Club Cochon has launched L'Auberge, a cozy Parisian bistro in the 9th arrondissement. This 400-square-meter haven for food lovers celebrates pork, natural wines, and a roguish, lively spirit. [Read more]
Plov: The Authentic Restaurant to Experience Traditional Central Asian Cuisine
No passport needed to explore Central Asian cuisine! At Plov, embark on a flavorful journey along the Silk Road, savoring traditional dishes and experiencing the generosity of authentic recipes. [Read more]
Le Petit Bouillon de la Gare d'Asnières-sur-Seine reveals itself, photos and review
The first Bouillon des Hauts-de-Seine opened its doors in Asnières-sur-Seine, right next to the Hauts-de-Seine train station. This new address is sure to delight foodies in search of traditional French dishes at affordable prices, who will no longer need to cross Paris to find one. We tried it out and we'll tell you all about it. [Read more]
Amour du Vietnam, the Vietnamese restaurant where you can eat piping hot pho in Paris's 14th arrondissement.
We went to try Amour du Vietnam, a Vietnamese restaurant that opened its doors in Paris's 14th arrondissement just a few months ago. On the menu: crispy spring rolls, hearty bo bun, banh mi, and pho soups simmered with passion. We'll tell you all about it. [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]
A lunch in Bali for an exotic getaway at the Djakarta Bali restaurant
Sponsored - Djakarta Bali is the place to go for a culinary trip to Indonesia, offering delicious dishes prepared in the purest tradition. For total immersion, on the first Friday evening of each month, a dancer in traditional dress transports you to Bali with her royal and warrior dances, then to the island of Java with more noble and slower dances. [Read more]
Feyma: a family-run Mediterranean canteen, part delicatessen, part coffee shop in the 18th arrondissement
Part Mediterranean cuisine, part friendly coffee shop, Feyma is the 18th arrondissement's warm and welcoming cantine, where you can enjoy generous, homemade dishes from a smiling family who pass on their culinary heritage every day. [Read more]
Cherry, the Italian-American restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
The Italian-American marriage is very much in vogue in Paris at the moment, and Cherry, the new restaurant that has just opened in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, is proof of this. [Read more]
Cocottes Gourmandes: the French canteen for comforting dishes made from the heart
For homemade comfort food served at lunchtime on weekdays in the form of fast food, head for Cocottes Gourmandes, the French canteen in the 9th arrondissement that puts the love of the terroir in a casserole dish! [Read more]
The Foundation opens its bistronomic restaurant on the 8th floor
After its brasserie, La Fondation unveils its second restaurant on the 8th floor in the 17th arrondissement. A breathtaking view, bistronomic cuisine by chef Thomas Rossi and a beautiful terrace await us from September 10, 2025 in Les Batignolles. [Read more]
Clubber: the generous address that brings club sandwiches back into fashion near Gare du Nord station
Just a stone's throw from Gare du Nord station, Clubber has established itself as the address where the club sandwich becomes a dish in its own right. In this small, friendly spot, Antoine reinvents the classic sandwich in an XXL version, toasted to perfection and served with real accompaniments. [Read more]
L'Andouille, the friendly French bistro in Puteaux (Hauts-de-Seine)
Looking for an authentic French restaurant in Puteaux? Discover L'Andouille, set in a leafy alleyway in the 92 district. This friendly bistro run by chef Jean-Pierre Vasseur has been serving generous home-cooked cuisine since 2020. [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]
Red Sauce, THE true Italian-American restaurant that's delighting Paris
Italian-American specialties in the pure tradition of red-sauce joints, a décor like a leap across the Atlantic, and a menu with an unbeatable quality/quantity/price/originality ratio: welcome to Red Sauce! [Read more]
Ninetta, a generous Italian restaurant with homemade pizzas a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower
In the Eiffel Tower district of the 7th arrondissement, Ninetta delights you with its Italian cuisine. On the menu? Generous portions, Italian ingredients and lots of love. [Read more]
A Casaluna, a Corsican restaurant unlike any other
A stone's throw from the Palais-Royal, A Casaluna is a Corsican restaurant unlike any other. Chef Jean Costantini unveils a raw cuisine that is uniquely his own, far removed from the folklore associated with the Isle of Beauty. [Read more]
Pantobaguette, an aesthete's haven combining Basque and Korean flavors in the 18th arrondissement
Pantobaguette, the culinary and musical counter in the 18th arrondissement, welcomes a new chef behind the stove. While founder Antonin Girard is never far away, Rodolphe Graffin now has carte blanche to infuse his inspirations, which range from the Basque Country to Korea. A most delicious marriage. [Read more]
La Ferme du Pré, we tested Frédéric Anton's gourmet bistro Paris 16e
Head to the 16th arrondissement to discover La Ferme du Pré, the warm bistro imagined by Frédéric Anton. With its chic inn atmosphere and comforting dishes, we tried out this new address just a stone's throw from the Pré Catelan. [Read more]
Restaurant Margaux, a typical French bistro overlooking the Eiffel Tower
Restaurant Margaux, ideally located opposite the Eiffel Tower, is the French bistro we love. Located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, the typically decorated restaurant offers traditional French cuisine. A generous menu and emblematic dishes such as boeuf bourguignon and escargots await you in a lively, bustling atmosphere. [Read more]
L'écu de France, a gourmet restaurant in a historic setting on the banks of the Marne (94)
L'Écu de France is a gourmet French restaurant located in the heart of a former coaching inn dating from 1717, on the banks of the Marne River. A good address in the Val-de-Marne that's well worth the detour! [Read more]
As in Vietnam, the authentic Vietnamese restaurant Paris 13e
Want to feel like you're in Vietnam? We've tracked down a great Vietnamese restaurant in Paris's 13th arrondissement, and we're sure you'll be telling us all about it. Typical dishes, a beautiful space, we tell you all about it. [Read more]
Ramen Wang, the 14th arrondissement ramen restaurant that awakens the taste buds
Looking for the best ramen restaurants in Paris? How about Ramen Wang? Head for the 14th arrondissement to discover this pretty nugget where you can slurp noodles in any weather. [Read more]
Bistrotto, a fine Italian restaurant with a lunch menu from €12 in Montmartre!
Rafael Dos Santos, the restaurateur behind the Portuguese tavern Sapinho, crosses borders to open Bistrotto, an Italian restaurant with a competitively priced lunch menu! [Read more]
Le Cochon à l'Oreille, a stylish French bistro at Les Halles
Less well known than some of the institutions at Les Halles, Le Cochon à l'Oreille is nonetheless a French bistro with a lot going for it, embodied by an equally impressive owner. [Read more]
La Trattoria di Bambini, the Italian restaurant at the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay Farm
La Trattoria di Bambini is the name of the new Italian restaurant hidden away in the farmhouse of the Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay in the Yvelines. Open to all, this gourmet spot is sure to delight fans of good pizzas and Italian dishes. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
The Dumant siblings take over Le Mouton Blanc, Normandy-style bourgeois cuisine
The historic Auberge du Mouton Blanc is enjoying a second lease of life in the 16th arrondissement, under the aegis of the Dumant siblings and restaurateur Tristan Lefebvre. They offer a bourgeois cuisine with hints of Normandy. [Read more]
Amanie, chef Manoj Sharma's world brasserie
Prolific chef Manoj Sharma opens a second address in the 15th arrondissement, called Amanie. Here, he combines inspirations from all over the world, souvenirs of his travels around the globe. [Read more]
Chez Suzy: a refined, affordable restaurant in the heart of Hôtel Regina
In the splendid setting of the Hotel Regina, a newcomer has arrived: welcome to Chez Suzy, a restaurant offering French cuisine that's both modern and traditional. On the menu you'll find classic French cuisine, revisited in a sophisticated way by the chef, to be enjoyed in a warm Victorian salon. [Read more]
Le Coq de Bougival, the legendary Yvelines restaurant
Head for Le Coq de Bougival, 20 minutes from Paris, to discover a beautiful, warm building steeped in history, offering generous, authentic cuisine, just the way we like it. Discover its contemporary, cosy setting and its huge summer terrace. [Read more]
Le Bistrot Micheline, the unusual gourmet restaurant in the old Sèvres train station - 92
Micheline is the name of the Bistrots Pas Parisiens restaurant that will take you out of your daily routine. The group, led by Hakim Gaouaoui and supported by Stéphane Rotenberg, have set their sights on the exceptional and unusual setting of the former Pont de Sèvres train station. And when the menu is designed by 3-star chef Gilles Goujon, gourmet delights are guaranteed! We'll take you on a tour of the premises and the menu. [Read more]
Monsieur Claude, Danny Khezzar's offbeat restaurant in Rueil-Malmaison, unveils its identity
Monsieur Claude has opened its doors! The new Bistrots Pas Parisiens restaurant by Danny Khezzar, emblematic finalist in season 14 of Top Chef and Michelin-starred chef at Bayview, is located in Rueil-Malmaison, Hauts-de-Seine, just outside Paris. This unusual, supendu restaurant takes us back to the Roaring Twenties. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
Ngoc Xuyen Saigon, the authentic Vietnamese restaurant in the 13th arrondissement, a safe bet
Head for the 13th arrondissement of Paris to discover Ngoc Xuyen Saigon, a veritable temple to traditional Vietnamese cuisine, with a focus on pho and noodle soups. This long-sided restaurant, recognizable by its pink façade, is an institution for connoisseurs in search of authenticity. Open daily from 9.30am to 5pm, the menu is short but varied, with dishes depending on the day of the week. [Read more]
Kuma, comforting Japanese curries and donburis
For a dose of comfort, head to Kuma, which specializes in donburi and Japanese curry. [Read more]
Namak: the warm, saffron-scented Iranian restaurant where you can discover Persian flavours
In the heart of the 9th arrondissement, your palate is about to travel to Namak, a warmly welcoming Iranian restaurant where family recipes and typical ingredients blend with modernity in a generous and surprising cuisine. [Read more]
Find the location of all these places by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
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