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 restaurant's exclusive Omakase: a Japanese immersion in Paris
Sponsored - The Japanese restaurant ZEN has opened an incredible dining room with typical Japanese decor on the first floor of 8 rue de l'échelle in Paris's 1st arrondissement. Available for reservations for 8 or more people only, OMAKASE by Zen offers a true immersion in Japan with high-quality cuisine and a timeless atmosphere. [Read more]
Zen, the Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant in Paris
Sponsored - It's in the Louvre district of Paris 1er that the Japanese restaurant ZEN has carved out a solid reputation. Founded in 2006 by Zen Okawa, the restaurant perpetuates the tradition of authentic Japanese cuisine, alternating between a Japanese canteen for lunch and a gourmet Izakaya for dinner. [Read more]
Zen, the restaurant for real Japanese sushi in Paris
Sponsored - Selected by the Michelin Guide for several years, ZEN is much more than just a Japanese restaurant in Paris. It's a true culinary voyage, where the quality of the raw fish and the precision of the Japanese gesture make all the difference for exceptional sushi... [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]
Charbon Kunitoraya, the yakitori restaurant a stone's throw from the Palais-Royal
Charbon Kunitoraya is the yakitori restaurant that has just opened a stone's throw from the Palais-Royal. A new address for Chef Nomoto, already behind 4 Japanese restaurants in Paris. [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]
Micho de Julien Sebbag, the restaurant is revealed in photos and video
Micho restaurant is open ! Julien Sebbag is back with his gourmet sandwiches but also new delicious plates to be discovered in his street-food bistro in the 1st district of Paris. Brioche bread and ultra-gourmet recipes, you'll love it! [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]
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]
Le TUB: a restaurant as handsome as a truck in Paris
With its handsome red Citroën truck inside, the TUB catches the eye from the very end of Rue de Beaujolais. Once seated, you can enjoy flammenkuches, the house specialty, as well as great burgers and pizzas, to share with friends or devour on your own. A great, inexpensive address in the Palais-Royal district! [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:
Things to do in the Louvre-Rivoli, Palais-Royal, and Tuileries neighborhoods: Ideas for outings, great places to visit
Are you looking for great places to visit in the Louvre, Rue de Rivoli, and Palais-Royal neighborhoods in Paris's 1st arrondissement? You're in luck, because here they are! [Read more]
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Find the location of all these addresses by clicking on the map opposite.
Things to do in the Louvre-Rivoli, Palais-Royal, and Tuileries neighborhoods: Ideas for outings, great places to visit
