Once again, 2026 promises to be a year full of culinary surprises for food lovers. Whether you're a fan of savory dishes or a sweet tooth, be sure to note that the capital will see numerous new restaurant openings right from the start of the year. And some of these highly anticipated venues are generating quite a buzz!
These new dining spots are sure to satisfy every craving, whether you're seeking flavors from around the world, exploring bistronomy created by young chefs venturing out on their own, indulging in exquisite French gastronomy, or craving street food that’s perfect for eating with your fingers.
Let's take a look at the new restaurants to discover and the most anticipated eateries in Paris for 2026. Check out here the fresh spots you’ll want to try!
DKR, Afro street food, grilled chicken and Afro-descendant-inspired recipes in Bastille
BMK opens DKR, a restaurant dedicated to Afro street food in Paris’s 11th arrondissement. A new spot that puts African and Afro-descendant cuisines center stage. [Read more]
Fuga R, the new rooftop with a 360-degree panorama of Paris
The Fuga group (Riviera Fuga) unveils its latest project, Fuga R, a rooftop with a panoramic view of Paris that’s sure to set trends as soon as it opens on May 6. [Read more]
Eskal, a new gastronomic and travel-inspired dining spot opens near the Expiatory Chapel
Expected to open by the end of May 2026 in the 8th arrondissement, Eskal brings together restaurateur Ken Nanaumi and chef Alexandre Chambat around a French cuisine inspired by their travels. A venue designed as a culinary stopover, just a short stroll from the Chapelle Expiatoire. [Read more]
L'Amic, the friend-made bistro that’s making the 18th arrondissement buzz with its sunlit terrace.
New address in the 18th arrondissement, L’Amic sets up on Rue Letort with a simple promise: to bring together around a convivial table seasonal cooking, natural wines and a circle of friends with complementary backgrounds. A neighborhood bistro designed as a place to live, with a large sun-filled terrace. [Read more]
Lotta, a new Mediterranean-inspired and design-forward restaurant in the 1st arrondissement
Based in the 1st arrondissement, Lotta is Charlotte Bereaud's first restaurant. A new spot that bets on Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, with an affordable lunch offering and décor inspired by Italian design. [Read more]
Jones: fusion cuisine with hip-hop flair by Juan Pablo Rojas Pineda and Enzo Viola at Voltaire
Just a stone’s throw from Place Voltaire, Jones is opening a new chapter driven by a passionate duo, Juan Pablo Rojas Pineda and Enzo Viola. On the menu, a fusion cuisine with multiple influences and a convivial atmosphere rooted in urban culture. [Read more]
Central Chapelle, the new culture, music and food hotspot opens in the heart of La Chapelle Arena
Central Chapelle is the new culture, music and food hotspot that finally opens its doors in the heart of La Chapelle Arena on May 6, 2026! [Read more]
Bittikesu, the debut restaurant of Canadian chef Jules St-Cyr in Paris
Canadian chef Jules St-Cyr opens his first restaurant in Paris, near the Bassin de l’Arsenal by the Bastille. A dining destination where seasonal cooking, worldly inspirations, and artisanal know‑how come together in a unique gastronomic menu. [Read more]
SaltoBar, the debut restaurant in Paris by Top Chef star Diego Alary
Chef Diego Alary opens SaltoBar, his first Parisian venue, in the 11th arrondissement. Designed as a pit stop between Spain and Portugal, this restaurant showcases modern Iberian cuisine with a focus on fire-cooked dishes. [Read more]
Maison Ruggieri at Palais Royal, the new fine dining restaurant from chef Martino Ruggieri
Chef Martino Ruggieri, renowned Italian culinary master, opens his new restaurant, Maison Ruggieri Palais Royal, just steps from the Comédie-Française at the heart of the Palais-Royal. [Read more]
Calcifer, the hottest new restaurant blazing in République
Calcifer is the name of Antoine Rollin's upcoming restaurant, set to open in the coming weeks near République. A fiery place through and through, focused on the art of grilling over open flames. [Read more]
Rosie Jolie and Bigoudi Brasserie: The (Very) High-Flying Rooftop of Trendy Trocadéro Breweries
Bigoudi is set to become the (very) chic rooftop venue from Brasseries à la Mode, opening in spring 2026 near the Trocadéro. Located on the ground floor of the same building will be the Rosie Jolie Brasserie. [Read more]
Ethanol, Maxime Bouttier’s latest venture (Géosmine*), blurs the line between wine bar and neighborhood bistro
Chef Maxime Bouttier is set to open Éthanol in mid-February 2026, at the corner of rue de la Folie Méricourt and rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud. This new spot strikes a balance between a wine bar and neighborhood bistro, nestled inside a beautifully renovated former shoemaker’s shop. [Read more]
Opportunity: Goncourt's new, intriguing restaurant that emphasizes design
The Occasion restaurant opened its doors in February in the Goncourt neighborhood, in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. This new spot is led by two talented chefs who combine seasonal cuisine with stylish design. [Read more]
KITCHEN, the new Vietnamese restaurant from the team behind Sobremesa
A new Vietnamese restaurant is set to open in spring 2026 in the 9th arrondissement of Paris. Named BẾP, it’s the project of Marie and Antoine Nguyen, alongside Émilien Quemener—the team behind Sobremesa. [Read more]
Anne-Sophie Pic is set to launch a new restaurant inside the Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain.
Starred chef Anne-Sophie Pic is set to open her new restaurant inside the Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain. The opening is scheduled for sometime in 2026. [Read more]
Louis Vuitton: First LV Hotel Set to Open on the Champs-Élysées in 2026 — What We Know
It's official: the Champs-Élysées will soon host the very first Louis Vuitton hotel! Located at 103-111 Avenue, the new establishment is set to span nearly 6,000 square meters and is expected to open its doors in 2026. While some details are still under wraps, here’s what we already know. [Read more]
The Bus Palladium to become a 5-star hotel featuring a Top Chef restaurant, cocktail bar, nightclub, and rooftop terrace
The legendary Bus Palladium concert hall is set to reopen in March 2026, reinvented as a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel. It will feature a restaurant created by Top Chef Valentin Raffali, a rooftop terrace with stunning views, a cocktail bar, and, of course, a vibrant club scene! [Read more]
Massé, a 4-star hotel crafted as a tranquil escape in the heart of Pigalle, featuring the trendy Trente Paris restaurant.
Imagined as a haven in the heart of Pigalle, the 4-star Massé Hotel has just opened its doors in this lively neighborhood. A peaceful oasis amidst the vibrant surroundings, it will soon welcome a new culinary highlight with the upcoming launch of its restaurant, Trente Paris, set to debut in spring 2026. [Read more]
BERGÈRE X PARIS: glass roof, restaurant-bar, coworking space... the rebirth of a historic monument in the 9th arrondissement
In the 9th arrondissement of Paris, an extraordinary construction project is shaking up the Rue Bergère and awakening a sleeping giant of the Belle Époque. Behind the palisades, 26,000 m2 of heritage are being rejuvenated, the former headquarters of the forerunner of BNP Paribas, transformed into the future hotspot of Parisian life, with coworking spaces, restaurant, bar, hotel and breathtaking views. To be discovered in 2026... [Read more]
Chef Yotam Ottolenghi opens a restaurant in Paris
Yotam Ottolenghi, the renowned Anglo-Israeli chef, is finally making his debut in Paris with a new restaurant set to open soon. Or could the launch be postponed? [Read more]
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Get ready to excite your taste buds — 2026 promises a year full of culinary discoveries!
