Starter, main course, cooking, side dish… The menu at a French restaurant can sometimes throw a few curves when you don’t master the language of Molière. Good news for international visitors: many Paris restaurants offer English menus or have teams able to welcome and advise English-speaking customers.
A particularly welcome touch for discovering the Parisian gastronomy without reaching for your translator between bites. Because while a few great French classics have widely crossed borders, a precise understanding of a menu also invites you to discover lesser-known specialties.
Some restaurants now offer an English-translated menu, either on paper or directly online. Being able to communicate with English-speaking staff is also a real advantage. Asking for details about a dish, selecting a level of doneness, signaling a preference, or simply understanding how the meal will unfold becomes much easier!
Brasserie traditionnelle, bistrot parisien, restaurant gastronomique...Speaking French is obviously not essential to enjoy the capital’s culinary scene, which is accustomed to welcoming an international clientele. So, to jump straight to the best part (deciding what you’re going to eat!), head to these Paris restaurants with English menus and/or English-speaking staff. Bon appétit !
Le Grand Colbert, the legendary Parisian brasserie listed as a historic monument
Just a stone's throw from the sublime gardens of the Palais-Royal, the Grand Colbert is a well-known Parisian restaurant for tourists and locals alike. Listed as a historic monument, this brasserie plunges us back into the Paris of yesteryear and delights us with a menu that puts French gastronomy in the spotlight. A gourmet embodiment of what makes Paris so charming! [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Le Train Bleu, a journey to the Belle Époque
In the Gare de Lyon, Le Train Bleu is a listed restaurant with a sumptuous Belle Époque decor. An institution opened in 1901, it is prized for its bourgeois cuisine and unique railway atmosphere. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Brasserie Lipp, living memory of Saint-Germain
Since 1880, Brasserie Lipp has welcomed writers, politicians and sauerkraut lovers to its Belle Époque decor. A German-Pratin mainstay. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Bofinger, the Alsatian grande dame of Bastille
Opened in 1864 in Bastille, Bofinger is the oldest Alsatian brasserie in Paris. With its cupola, wood panelling and seafood, it embodies the elegance of Parisian brasseries. [Read more]
The history of Paris's great restaurants: La Coupole, symbol of the Roaring Twenties
An art deco institution in Montparnasse since 1927, La Coupole is a monumental brasserie that has seen the Parisian avant-garde come and go. A festive temple to popular Parisian gastronomy. [Read more]
A brief history of the great restaurants of Paris: Le Café de Flore, literature and elegance
A legendary café in the 6th arrondissement, the Café de Flore is the symbol of the German-Pratin intelligentsia. Since the late 19th century, it has attracted writers, philosophers and coffee-lovers to its unchanged setting. [Read more]
Christine takes a gastronomic turn, and it's a huge success
Still under the wing of Les Becs Parisiens, Le Christine takes a dazzling gastronomic turn thanks to chef Rodolphe Despagne. [Read more]
Benoit Paris, Alain Ducasse's Michelin-starred bistro at Les Halles
A landmark for bon vivants since 1912 in the 1st arrondissement, Alain Ducasse's Michelin-starred Benoit Paris restaurant plunges us into the Paris of yesteryear with delight. [Read more]
Lordy's Paris Club, the restaurant at the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel hotel
Lunch goes English at Lordy's Paris Club, the restaurant of the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel hotel! [Read more]
Dame Nation, the affordable neighbourhood restaurant in the 11th arrondissement
It's a good neighborhood address in Paris that proves that good food at low prices is possible. Dame Nation is a warm-hearted restaurant offering tasty seasonal cuisine on a menu that evolves according to inspiration, with gourmet delights and comfort as the common thread. [Read more]
Very French Beans, coffee shop, grocery store and English restaurant in Les Batignolles
Part coffee shop, part grocery store and part English restaurant, Very French Beans is a true British deli that brings pies, sausage rolls and cookies to Batignolles. [Read more]
Public House, the magnificent English brasserie from British chef Calum Franklin
English chef Calum Franklin has set up shop in Paris at the grandiose Public House brasserie, a stone's throw from the Opéra. [Read more]
Treize au Jardin, the hybrid tea salon just a stone's throw from the Jardin du Luxembourg
How about a gourmet tearoom a stone's throw from the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris? We take you to Treize au Jardin, a picturesque address where you can enjoy sweet and savoury treats concocted from organic produce. [Read more]
Les Deux Magots: legendary café in Paris's Saint-Germain des Près district
At Les Deux Magots, you'll discover a place steeped in history and an ideal setting for a gourmet break on the terrace. Since 1885, this legendary café has welcomed gourmets and art lovers alike. [Read more]
Bouillon Julien, one of Paris' finest restaurants in affordable mode
Le Bouillon Julien, an Art Nouveau gem in Paris, offers an affordable culinary experience all year round. Discover its history and accessible menu. [Read more]
Au Pied de Cochon, gourmet cuisine at Les Halles day and night
Day or night, the brasserie Au Pied de Cochon delights Parisians and tourists alike with its traditional, generous French cuisine. A legendary address to try at least once in your life. [Read more]
Fitzroy: Paris' very first Public House
The unique atmosphere of Australia comes to Paris thanks to Fitzroy! To be discovered in the 11th arrondissement, this new hybrid and federative place, described as a real "Public House", evolves with the hours. From the morning coffee shop to the evening concerts and the unmissable weekend brunch... Fitzroy will surprise many! [Read more]
Bouillon Pigalle, great French classics at low prices
From midday to midnight, Bouillon Pigalle delivers the great classics of bistro cuisine at low prices. It's the perfect place for those on a budget. [Read more]
Bouillon République, the bubbling French address
Bouillon République has finally opened its doors and, like its big brother Bouillon Pigalle, offers a host of traditional French dishes at very affordable prices. [Read more]
The Sir Winston and its chic English pub atmosphere
The Sir Winston has undergone a facelift to become a spicy restaurant, somewhere between an English pub and Indian cuisine made in London. [Read more]
The Hood: coffee shop and music
"Coffee brewer music lover! This is the motto of The Hood, a coffee shop nestling in the capital's 11th arrondissement. [Read more]
See where all of these addresses are located by clicking the map at the bottom of the article
