Right in the heart of the City of Light, the Louvre-Rivoli district is home to some of the most emblematic monuments in Paris. At the heart of the district, of course, is the famous Musée du Louvre, one of the world's greatest museums and one of the most visited for its mythical works of art such as the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.
Rue de Rivoli, which runs alongside the Louvre, is renowned for its arcades and boutiques, combining historic elegance with contemporary shopping. It's also a popular district for art and history lovers, with numerous galleries, antique stores and specialized bookstores, especially around the Palais-Royal.
So it's quite likely that you'll end up in this part of the capital during your visit! Particularly as the area combines shopping, gastronomy and a bucolic stroll in the Parc des Tuileries, between the Louvre Museum and Place de la Concorde.
Named after the old tile factories that stood here before the gardens were created by Catherine de Médicis, the Jardin des Tuileries is a masterpiece of French landscape art designed by André Le Nôtre. With its statues and ponds, it's a favorite with tourists and Parisians alike, who come to run around, read a book or discover the current exhibitions at the Musée de l'Orangerie and the Jeu de Paume.
So many things to do in the area, it's hard to believe! So, here are the best addresses for restaurants in the Louvre-Rivoli district, near the Palais-Royal and the Tuileries!
ZEN, the little corner of Japan that rekindles the appetite for the return to routine
Sponsored - September puts Paris back in motion. Between the Louvre and the Palais-Royal, ZEN resumes its double rhythm: a fast-paced Japanese canteen at lunch, an izakaya that takes its time in the evening. [Read more]
Mégie, the new botanical canteen, shop and floral workshop along Paris’s riverfront.
A botanical cantine, a floral boutique and a floral-art workshop share space at Mégie, the new address opened in 2026 on the Quai de la Mégisserie, in Paris’s 1st arrondissement. We were there, here’s what it’s like. [Read more]
Kodawari Ueno: duck ramen to savor under the railway tracks of a Tokyo station — our photos
Nouvelle adresse dédiée au ramen à Paris ! The Kodawari brand keeps widening its footprint in the capital with its immersive, mouthwatering concept. For its third Parisian restaurant, tucked away in the 1st arrondissement, Kodawari invites diners to savor duck ramen beneath the railway arches of a famous Tokyo station. Here’s what you need to know about this new venue, named Kodawari Ueno. [Read more]
Thalie: the chic, intimate Greek restaurant in the heart of the Théâtre du Palais-Royal
In the heart of the iconic Théâtre du Palais-Royal, the Thalie restaurant unveils a new gastronomic act created by Mavrommatis. A refined dining room offering a culinary voyage of Greek flavors in a setting that echoes ancient theatres. [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]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Le Grand Véfour, a jewel of neo-classical art
Since 1784, Le Grand Véfour has shone under the arcades of the Palais-Royal. A legendary restaurant frequented by Napoleon, Hugo and Colette, it embodies French haute cuisine in a neo-classical setting. [Read more]
Hakuba, the Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant at Cheval Blanc Paris
Discover Hakuba, the Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of the prestigious Cheval Blanc Paris. The restaurant offers a unique immersion in the art of Japanese gastronomy, with Omakase menus carefully orchestrated by sushi master Takuya Watanabe, in collaboration with sauce master Arnaud Donckele and pastry chef Maxime Frédéric. A delicate experience that echoes Japanese tradition and the quest for authenticity. [Read more]
Sam Sun, authentic Korean cuisine by chef Byungkuk OH
Sam Chic's little sister, Sam Sun focuses on authentic Korean cuisine, thanks to the talent behind the stoves of renowned Korean chef Byungkuk OH. [Read more]
Benihana, American stars' favourite teppanyaki restaurant in Paris
Benihana, America's favorite teppanyaki restaurant, has opened its doors in Paris. Get ready for a show! [Read more]
Nolinski Paris restaurant switches to French bourgeois cuisine
Le Nolinski, the restaurant a stone's throw from the Opéra, reinvents itself with a new menu by Michelin-starred chef Philip Chronopoulos, highlighting French bourgeois cuisine. We're off to rediscover the charm of this chic, cosy venue, which now celebrates culinary traditions while offering an experience worthy of the finest Parisian institutions. [Read more]
Le Tout-Paris at Cheval Blanc Paris
Le Tout-Paris, the sublime restaurant that rules the capital, wins its first Michelin star. Located on the 7ᵉ floor of the Cheval Blanc Paris, with a terrace boasting breathtaking views of the Seine and the capital's iconic monuments, you'll discover William Bequin's beautiful contemporary French cuisine, generous and well mastered. [Read more]
Au Piment de Sichuan, Opéra's spicy Chinese restaurant
Au Piment du Sichuan is the name of this new Chinese canteen that has opened on Avenue de l'Opéra, serving up delicately spiced dishes from the Sichuan region of China. How about waking up our sleeping taste buds? [Read more]
Langosteria at Cheval Blanc Paris: Italy invites itself with treasures from the sea
A Langosteria restaurant is set to open at Cheval Blanc Paris in September 2021, with the desire to offer the best of Italian fish, seafood and shellfish in one of Paris's finest hotels. [Read more]
Tracé, chef Clément Vergeat's deeply moving gourmet table
Once again, chef Clément Vergeat touches our hearts with his new gourmet table, Tracé, opened in place of his previous restaurant Tamara. [Read more]
Maslow, comforting vegetarian cuisine on the banks of the Seine
On the banks of the Seine, Maslow makes vegetarian cuisine mouth-watering with melted cheese. [Read more]
Buckwheat, the gourmet crêperie at Hôtel Normandy Le Chantier
Calling all pancake lovers! Head for Buckwheat, a restaurant located in the Hôtel Normandy Le Chantier, offering a tasty menu with a West Coast flavour! Wheat or buckwheat pancakes... Take your pick! [Read more]
Nhome, chef Matan Zaken's ambitious first gourmet restaurant
A stone's throw from the Palais-Royal, chef Matan Zaken unveils Nhome, an intimate 20-cover gourmet restaurant featuring a unique and ambitious tasting menu. [Read more]
Kodawari Tsukiji: the incredible restaurant dedicated to fish ramen in Paris
Some three years after the opening of the very first Kodawari Ramen in the Odéon district, a second address dedicated to ramen opens in the capital. The name? Kodawari Tsukiji. An opportunity to enjoy a new and incredible Japanese experience, both immersive and tasty. [Read more]
Cova launches its chic aperitivo in its patisserie next to La Samaritaine
Every Thursday, Pasticceria Cova, located right next to La Samaritaine, offers a chic aperitivo, Il Giovedi da Cova! The idea? You choose your cocktail and enjoy a selection of tasty bites and small dishes. We've tried it and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Plénitude: Our Review of Arnaud Donckele's Gourmet Dining Experience at Cheval Blanc Paris
Le Cheval Blanc Paris finally opens its doors, along with Plénitude, the gourmet restaurant helmed by starred chef Arnaud Donckele. Located on the first floor of the prestigious five-star hotel, here’s a quick look at what promises to be one of the most impressive dining experiences of the 2021 season. [Read more]
On The Bab, the Korean street-food restaurant
On The Bab, the famous UK chain of Korean street-food restaurants, has just arrived in Paris. Come and enjoy a whole host of tasty Korean dishes. [Read more]
Find the location of all these addresses by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
And for a stroll around the neighborhood:
What to do in the Louvre-Rivoli, Palais-Royal, and Tuileries area: outing ideas and top spots
Are you scouting for great spots in the Louvre area, along the Rue de Rivoli and the Palais-Royal in Paris’s 1st arrondissement? You’re in luck—here they are! [Read more]
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What to do in the Louvre-Rivoli, Palais-Royal, and Tuileries area: outing ideas and top spots
