A baby-friendly lunch in Paris without playing Tetris with the stroller between two tables is possible! Some restaurants prove especially well suited for young parents, with enough space to settle in comfortably and amenities that genuinely simplify mealtime.
High chair, changing table, convenient stroller access... A few thoughtful details can sometimes turn a potentially sporty outing into a genuine moment of relaxation for the whole family in family! The high chair is, of course, among the first criteria to check when baby starts to sit up. Depending on their age, a spot to park the stroller near the table can also be appreciated, especially during a nap.
Another small detail that’s not really a small detail: the changing table. When a restaurant has one, you don’t have to improvise a diaper-change routine in the middle of your outing! Sufficient space to maneuver a stroller and an easily accessible entrance can also make all the difference.
Not all restaurants are equally equipped, and the number of high chairs can be limited. When you make a reservation, it’s wise to mention that you’re coming with a baby and a stroller. After all, going out with a little one doesn’t have to confine you to the so-called 'family' restaurants!
So, itching to get back to dining out without leaving baby at home? Here are the Paris spots equipped with high chairs, changing tables, or at least welcoming enough for strollers. Perfect for enjoying a family-friendly restaurant, bottle and security blanket included!
Ernestine Café, the cosy family coffee shop with children's play area, in the 18th arrondissement
Rue Joseph de Maistre, at the foot of the Butte Montmartre in the 18th arrondissement, welcomes you with a pastel-green façade, stamped "Ernestine Café": it's here that you'll discover a welcoming, family-run neighborhood café and canteen, offering a home-made menu at very affordable prices. [Read more]
Petite Forêt, the children's café with workshops and play area, in the 8th arrondissement
It's a café that every mom in Paris should know the address of. Petite Forêt opened in July 2021 in the Beaujon district of the 8th arrondissement, offering a family-friendly space with café, workshops and a small play area. [Read more]
Libertino, Big Mamma's trattoria in Paris
Big Mamma has a delicious trattoria in its family: Libertino! Located on rue de Paradis in the 10th arrondissement, this new establishment is zany, colorful, friendly and as gourmet as ever. [Read more]
La Felicità, Station F's XXL restaurant by Big Mamma
Big Mamma continues its ascent with an address even bigger, better and more impressive than its predecessors! Called La Felicità, this huge Italian restaurant x food-market awaits you at Station F, in the 13th arrondissement. 4,500m2 of floor space, including a 1,000m2 sunny terrace, 3 bars, 5 kitchens, a caffetteria open non-stop until 1 a.m. ... It's madness! [Read more]
The TLM, the new living space on the Petite Ceinture in the 19th district, accessible and supportive of others
TLM is the spot that's waking up the Little Belt in Paris's 19th arrondissement. After closing for renovation, the TLM, located at 105 rue Curial in Paris's 19th arrondissement, reopened on March 26, 2024. This project, initiated by the Au fil du Rail collective following a call for projects from the SNCF, transforms a former railway hall into a living space dedicated to culture, sustainable fashion and responsible food, with the ultimate aim of bringing together all publics from all walks of life. [Read more]
Comptoir Général: a tropical escape in the heart of Paris
Évasion Tropicale in Paris: discover the Comptoir Général, a unique venue for memorable evenings in Paris [Read more]
Ober Mamma, Big Mamma's cosy trattoria in Oberkampf
Nearly 10 years after opening, Big Mamma continues to turn out Neapolitan pizzas and Italian specialties at Ober Mamma, its Oberkampf trattoria. [Read more]
Pink Mamma in Pigalle: a restaurant in the Big Mamma family
The Big Mamma adventure (formed by Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux) continues in Paris. Having already delighted the taste buds of Parisians with 5 addresses in the capital, the Big Mamma group, which specializes in authentic Italian cuisine, has opened a new and 6th establishment that puts grills and barbecues in the spotlight. Pink Mamma takes up residence in Pigalle. [Read more]
Pizzeria Popolare: Big Mamma's new address at mini prices
After Bastille, Oberkampf, les Batignolles and le Marais, Big Mamma has arrived on rue Réaumur, in the Sentier district, with a fifth address called Pizzeria Popolare. Opened on March 16, this new restaurant with a whiff of Italy lives up to its name, with pizzas starting at 5 euros! [Read more]
Biglove Caffè: the latest addition to the Big Mamma team
Biglove Caffè, the newest member of the Big Mamma crew, has set up shop on Rue Debeylleme in the Haut-Marais. Here you’ll of course find the same charm as its older siblings: its pretty little crockery, warm Italian waiters, and above all, delicious dishes from the Boot — with the added bonus of a brunch served all day long. [Read more]
Mamma Primi lands in Batignolles in Paris
The Big Mamma family is branching out again! After East Mamma and then Ober Mamma, meet the latest addition: Mamma Primi. This new Italian restaurant opened its doors on September 1, 2016 in the Batignolles neighborhood of the 17th arrondissement, in the capital. [Read more]
East Mamma, Big Mamma's authentic Italian cuisine
We've discovered a little piece of Italy in Paris, tucked away on rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine. East Mamma is the first restaurant from Tigrane Seydoux and Victor Lugger, two Italian lovers who take us on a journey in the blink of an eye. [Read more]
Discover the locations of all these addresses by clicking the map at the bottom of the article
