Autumn is well underway in the capital, with gray, rainy days, the mercury dropping in the thermometers, and the vacations still seeming a long way off. Not always easy to keep your spirits up at this time of year, we agree.
Fortunately, Paris is full of activities to get you through this difficult period, whether you're in the mood for an exhibition, a family outing or a good movie. And let's face it, one of the best ways to get through autumn-winter is to treat yourself to a good, warm, gourmet restaurant.
In addition to raclette, the season's must-try trend, other devilishly comforting dishes await you in Paris' restaurants and will cheer you up every time, whether it's a generous choucroute, a competitive pate en croûte, a fiery ramen or a game dish to make the most of the hunting season.
And don't forget the capital's restaurants with open fireplaces, for a guaranteed cocooning atmosphere. Come and discover our warm, generous, gourmet and comforting addresses for a quality autumn-winter in Paris!
Paris restaurants and hotels with a fireplace, our top addresses
On rainy days, there's nothing better than curling up by the fire. What could be more comforting than an intimate dinner by the fireplace? Here are our top picks for restaurants and hotels with working fireplaces. [Read more]
Where to eat game in Paris? Our top picks during hunting season
Hunting season is now open. It's time to discover the restaurants in Paris that serve delicious game dishes. [Read more]
The comforting restaurants of Paris, our good addresses both generous and gourmet
To help you get through the grey, gloomy days and chilly weather, there's nothing like a comforting, generous and gourmet restaurant. Here are the best places in Paris to enjoy a delicious meal! [Read more]
The generous restaurants of Paris, our good addresses
If you're a gourmet with a flair for sharing, check out our selection of particularly generous restaurants in Paris. [Read more]
Where to eat raclette, tartiflette, Mont d'Or or fondue in Paris? Our best addresses
Looking for a good raclette, fondue, tartiflette or Mont d'Or coulant in Paris? All you can eat, high up in the sky or in temporary chalets, discover the restaurants and other gourmet addresses where you can enjoy these delicious winter dishes in Paris and the Ile-de-France region! [Read more]
Wood-fired and flame-fired restaurants in Paris, our best addresses
Fancy vegetables carefully seared over a wood fire or flame, and smoked meats? Here are the best restaurants in Paris! [Read more]
Spicy restaurants in Paris, the hottest addresses in the region
Want to measure your taste buds on the Scoville scale? Here are the best addresses for spicy restaurants in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat a good Indian curry, Thai curry or Japanese curry in Paris? Our best addresses
From Indian curry to Thai curry to Japanese curry, this spicy, simmered dish travels the world in an infinite number of variations. Red, green or yellow, each version has its own codes, flavors and history. Here are the places to eat curry in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat good butter chicken in Paris? Our good addresses
An emblematic dish of Indian cuisine, butter chicken seduces young and old alike with its creamy sauce, mild spices and perfect balance of heat and sweetness. In Paris, it's one of the most popular dishes ordered in Indian restaurants, so here's a list of good places to try it! [Read more]
Where can you eat a good Korean barbecue or Japanese barbecue in Paris? Our top picks
Want to warm your soul and your taste buds with a delicious Korean or Japanese barbecue? Here are our top spots in Paris! [Read more]
Where can you eat good lasagna in Paris? Our top picks
A family dish par excellence, lasagne symbolizes the generosity of Italian cuisine. For good lasagne in Paris restaurants, here are the best addresses! [Read more]
Where to eat traditional French dishes in Paris? Our top picks
Want to try typical French and traditional dishes? Frogs' legs, foie gras, escargots, oysters, or onion soup? Here are our top picks in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat a good pot-au-feu in Paris? Our best addresses
There's nothing like a good pot-au-feu to warm you up. Here's a list of good places to eat in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat good ramen in Paris? Our top picks
Looking for good ramen in Paris, those bowls of typical Japanese noodles? Here are some great places to go! [Read more]
Where to eat poutine in Paris? Our best addresses
There's nothing like a good poutine to warm the body and the heart. Find out where to eat poutine in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat a Sunday roast in Paris? Our top picks for an English-style Sunday roast
Sunday roast, the English Sunday tradition, has crossed the Channel to Paris. The Sunday roast is coming to Paris! [Read more]
Spanish culinary excellence takes center stage in Paris thanks to these 19 addresses.
Sponsored - ICEX Spain Trade & Investment, through its Foods & Wines from Spain platform, showcases the excellence and authenticity of Spanish gastronomy on the international stage by labeling establishments (restaurants and fine foods shops / wine merchants) that meet strict quality criteria. An essential reference for discovering Spanish culinary heritage, thanks to rigorously selected addresses. Discover these 19 venues dedicated to highlighting Spanish gastronomy. [Read more]
Restaurant Double Impact: the Parisian hotspot where the menu is reinvented with the seasons.
Sponsored - Double Impact: Paris’s first dining room from chef Etienne Dupuy and Mickael Robinault, blending Breton roots, travel memories and heartfelt cooking, in the heart of Paris’s 9th arrondissement. The restaurant unveils an experience conceived as a culinary narrative, with a single menu that evolves regularly with the seasons, the producers and the inspirations of the moment. A venue that fuses signature cuisine, live ingredients, indulgent chapters and meticulous pairings in a constantly evolving approach. Discover Chapter 1: The Odyssey. [Read more]
Nirvana Inde: a sumptuous Indian restaurant in the 8th arrondissement.
Sponsored - Nirvana Inde opens the doors to a chic, modern Indian restaurant. Located at 6 rue de Moscou in Paris’s 8th arrondissement, this restaurant invites you to a meticulously crafted gastronomic experience, open daily for lunch and dinner, except Sundays. [Read more]
Restaurant Djakarta Bali: an exotic escape in the heart of Paris
Sponsored - Djakarta Bali, Paris’s go-to Asian restaurant, is the must-visit destination for a culinary journey through Indonesia, a treasure offering delicious dishes prepared in pure tradition. For a total immersion, on the first Friday evening of each month, a dancer in traditional attire transports you to Bali with royal and warrior dances, then to the island of Java with dances that are more noble and slower. [Read more]
Restaurant Cléo: a secret terrace and gourmet cuisine in the heart of the 7th arrondissement
Sponsored - This summer, head to Cléo, the 7th arrondissement’s best-kept secret. Behind its discreet façade lies a leafy patio where you can savor chef Alexandre Semperé’s contemporary fine dining, just moments from the Invalides and the Pont Alexandre III. [Read more]
Les Rupins: An Authentic Parisian Bistro in the 10th Arrondissement, Near the Canal Saint-Martin
Sponsored - Just a stone’s throw from the Canal Saint-Martin, the Gare de l’Est and République, the restaurant Les Rupins is a genuinely authentic Parisian bistro. Located in the heart of the 10th arrondissement, it embodies Parisian tradition while offering 100% homemade, modern and generous cuisine, crafted from ultra-fresh, seasonal ingredients. Here, every plate spotlights the best of Parisian gastronomy in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. [Read more]
Yeni Paris, the handsome Turkish restaurant serving generous Anatolian specialties in the Madeleine district
A stone’s throw from the Madeleine Church, Yeni is now a welcoming Turkish spot that has been courting fans of sun-kissed, flavorful cuisine since late 2025. A convivial dining room, perfect for an evening aperitif around mezze, where the hospitality is as warm as the dishes. [Read more]
The Rôtisserie d’Argent’s summer terrace, perched on a bridge facing Notre-Dame — reviews and photos
Sur le quai de la Tournelle, La Rôtisserie d’Argent lays out its checkered tablecloths facing the Seine and Notre-Dame. Whether it’s lunch or dinner, this summer terrace serves the great bistro classics reimagined by chef Romuald Sinnan, in a postcard-perfect setting that, for once, doesn’t sacrifice the food to the view. [Read more]
This tucked-away Armenian eatery is one of Paris's best-kept secrets.
Invisible from the street, you have to know it exists to even stand a chance of finding it. Hidden on the first floor of the Armenian Cultural Center, this family-run cantine has, for years, cultivated a simple, generous, and deeply authentic cuisine. More than a restaurant, it is an immersion in Armenian hospitality, driven by a couple as passionate as they are charming. [Read more]
Mersin, the new Turkish street-food gem in Paris
After helping to popularize Berlin-style kebab in Paris with Gemüse, Noé Lazare returns with Mersin, a spot devoted entirely to Turkish street food. On the menu: döner, mezzes, and above all tantuni, a specialty still little known in the capital. [Read more]
Maison Lautrec: the generous, festive neo-bistro with a thoughtfully crafted kitchen in the heart of Pigalle
Maison Lautrec serves hearty, inventive cuisine—almost bistronomic—in a retro setting just a stone's throw from Pigalle, delighting diners at lunchtime with affordable fixed menus as well as during the lively weekend evenings. A gourmand, relaxed spot with a few hidden corners! [Read more]
Moulin Créole: A Creole restaurant in Paris's 14th arrondissement
Sponsored - Moulin Créole is a new air‑conditioned Creole restaurant in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, serving authentic and flavorful dishes inspired by the Antilles and Réunion. Open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. with continuous service, the venue also offers a Happy Hour, a Creole brunch every Sunday, and festive evenings with music and dancing on Friday and Saturday nights. [Read more]
Chez Mimi, the Not-Parisian bistro reinventing itself in Colombes
Chez Mimi, the bistro run by the Les Bistrots Pas Parisiens group and tucked in the heart of Colombes in the Hauts-de-Seine, opens a new chapter in 2026 with a revised menu and a young, dynamic team at the helm. We tried it and here’s the full verdict. [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]
Mallory Gabsi: we tested 140°, his Belgian fry shop in Paris that opens with a smart deal
Mallory Gabsi’s fry shop 140° opens its doors this Saturday, June 27, 2026, in the Montorgueil district (Paris 2nd arrondissement). Note that the first 100 visitors at opening will receive a free cone of fries. We checked it out in advance and here’s the full scoop. [Read more]
Le Relais du Vin: the iconic bistro institution that has kept the Halles buzzing for 50 years
Sponsored - In the heart of historic Paris, just a stone's throw from the Halles canopy, lies an address like no other. Le Relais du Vin revives the legendary Rue Saint-Denis with 100% house-made cooking, a meticulously curated wine list, and a sprawling 120-seat terrace. We take you to discover this sincere and ultra-generous spot. [Read more]
We checked out this secret Italian spot tucked up against the Château de Fontainebleau, with a terrace and a brunch offering.
Nestled in the inner courtyard of the Hôtel de Cavoye, just a stone’s throw from the Château de Fontainebleau, Gina Trattoria serves hearty Italian fare crafted by Robin Sanchez, with a lovely terrace in a quiet garden and Sunday brunch. We went to check out the place and here’s the full story. [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]
Tashkent: A Welcoming and Authentic Uzbek Restaurant in the 15th District Offering a Taste of the East
Did you think the 15th arrondissement didn’t have a way of taking you on a journey? Think again. At Tashkent, you’ll open the door to the grandeur of the Silk Road and Uzbekistan! Surrounded by the enticing aromas of sesame bread and the shimmering blue hues of Bukhara ceramics, indulge in a feast reminiscent of nomadic traditions for a deep dive into a cuisine full of history and authenticity. [Read more]
Le Mistral, the historic bistro on Pyrénées Street, blending tradition with a fresh new approach
At the top of Rue des Pyrénées, Le Mistral has stood the test of time, maintaining its soul through the decades. Blending its traditional bougnat roots with a fresh, contemporary vibe, this Parisian bistro champions warm hospitality, driven by hearty, authentic French cuisine and an ever-evolving wine cellar. [Read more]
La Réserve du Terroir, the must-visit spot in the Marais for an exceptional aligot
Sponsored - In the bustling heart of the Marais, just steps from the Pompidou Center, La Réserve du Terroir brings Parisian palates a taste of Aubrac and Aveyron, renowned for its award-winning aligot-saucisse and inviting sharing platters. [Read more]
Les 110 de Taillevent, a classic French restaurant renowned for its expertly curated wine and food pairings
Nestled in the heart of the 8th arrondissement of Paris, Les 110 de Taillevent offers a remarkable experience centered on classic French cuisine paired with a selection of 110 wines by the glass. We stepped inside this renowned establishment, a signature of Taillevent hospitality. [Read more]
Da Lucrezia Osteria, a stylish yet relaxed Italian restaurant nestled in the 15th arrondissement of Paris
Located where the Grand Venise once stood, Da Lucrezia Osteria has taken over and now offers refined Italian cuisine in a stylish yet relaxed setting. Here's what you need to know. [Read more]
At Carrie’s, an exceptional restaurant run by American chef Carrie Solomon in Paris
Carrie Solomon opens the doors to her first restaurant, Chez Carrie, welcoming guests as if into her own home and offering a taste of what the American chef has devised on her menu—blending Californian influences with Italian flavors. [Read more]
Coderak, delicious burgers with traditional Moroccan recipes
Head for Marrakech without even getting on a plane, thanks to Coderak, a charming Moroccan-style burger restaurant packed with good ideas and flavors from elsewhere. [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]
Find the location of all these places by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
