September is shaping up to be a busy time, with new exhibitions in the capital's museums and galleries, a host of films to be seen in cinemas, and new restaurants springing up like mushrooms every September.
Yes, just like the back-to-school literary season, the back-to-school culinary season is truly a Parisian tradition! From September 1, Parisian foodistos and foodistas will be on the alert to put their taste buds and stomachs to good use and indulge in all the new offerings.
So, what’s on offer in Paris this season? Mediterranean cuisine in a design-forward setting that’s drop-dead gorgeous, a quick detour to Japan to discover the art of omakase, but first, a stop at a restaurant worthy of London’s best gastropubs, where you can savor dishes at the crossroads of India and England. A delicious culinary journey awaits, in short. So, where do we start?
No time to waste, here are the three must-try restaurants to absolutely check out in Paris in September 2026!
Lotta, a Mediterranean and design-forward restaurant in the 1st arrondissement
Based in the 1st arrondissement, Lotta is Charlotte Bereaud's first restaurant... and what a stellar launch! A refined venue that leans into Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, with an accessible lunch menu and a wonderful decor drawn from Italian design. [Read more]
The Indian Arms, Manoj Sharma's cosy gastropub where India meets the UK
In Paris, chef Manoj Sharma unveils The Indian Arms, a restaurant where British classics meet Indian flavors, in the spirit of London’s finest gastropubs. [Read more]
Find the location of these addresses by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
Paris 2026 Food Season: The Must-Try New Restaurants to Check Out This September
Creative bistros, rising chefs and festive vibes: here’s the pick of Paris’s newest dining spots that are set to spark the September 2026 culinary scene. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026
Paris 2026 Food Season: The Must-Try New Restaurants to Check Out This September
