The most chic and prestigious arrondissement in the eyes of Parisians and tourists alike, the 16th arrondissement of Paris is known for its wide tree-lined avenues, Haussmann-style buildings, lush parks and gardens, and elegant architecture. With its elegant atmosphere and high-end lifestyle, the 16th arrondissement is the favorite district of the most affluent families.
From the Palais de Chaillot to the Musée d'Art Moderne, not forgetting the Trocadéro, the Palais de Tokyo and the Palais Galliera, the 16th arrondissement offers some great cultural outings for families and friends alike. But in between exhibitions, you may well find that your belly is crying out for a good restaurant.
If that's the case, don't panic: our recommendations are here to help you find the perfect place. Gastronomic restaurant, Italian restaurant, Asian restaurant, even street food... Here are our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites in the 16th arrondissement of Paris!
A gourmet and romantic cruise along the Seine aboard the Diamant Bleu.
Sponsored - Elegant ship, gourmet cuisine, breathtaking panorama: this one-of-a-kind experience invites you to savor refined dishes while admiring Paris’s most illuminated landmarks. Enjoy 10% off your dinner cruise aboard the Diamant Bleu! [Read more]
Maison Roland, the new Parisian bistro at Shangri-La Paris, with a discreet terrace
Maison Roland, the new chic, gourmet bistro at Shangri-La Paris, opens its doors in the 16th arrondissement, boasting a discreet terrace tucked away in a garden. Classic bourgeois cuisine, an elegant setting, we went to discover it and here’s the full scoop. [Read more]
L'Auberge des Crus, the bistro haven with a well-stocked cellar just steps from Roland-Garros
Just a short walk from Roland-Garros, far from the loud hotspots and influencer tables, L'Auberge des Crus nurtures the art of the Parisian bistro as if upholding a long-standing family tradition. A warm house, earnest without being stuffy, where people come as much for the cellar as for generous, well-executed French cooking. [Read more]
Le Melville "Hors-les-murs" 2026: the return of dinner-concerts in a prestigious setting
Sponsored - Le Melville returns to Bagatelle for a second edition: jazz & gastronomy under the stars from June 2 to July 29, 2026. Discover the lineup and the menu for these evenings. [Read more]
Le Tournesol: the beautiful gourmet brasserie in the 16th arrondissement of Paris
Sponsored - Just a stone's throw from the Trocadéro, Le Tournesol is a must-visit address in the 16th arrondissement, offering generous, sunny French cuisine. In a setting that's both chic and relaxed, you can enjoy a quick lunch, dinner with friends or a family meal, on the terrace or in the dining room. [Read more]
L'Aventure: the chic restaurant with Art Deco accents and a private-club vibe, offering a view of the Arc de Triomphe
Mythic haven of Parisian nights from the 1970s, L'Aventure, located opposite the Arc de Triomphe, now unfolds as a hybrid space, part stylish restaurant with flamboyant décor, part exclusive nightclub. [Read more]
We sampled the Salons du Prince, Shangri-La's new restaurant inspired by the Belle Époque.
The Shangri-La Paris has unveiled Les Salons du Prince, an intimate restaurant tucked away within its historic salons on Avenue d'Iéna, listed as Monuments Historiques. With its elegant Belle Époque décor and a menu that balances timeless classics with rare, exceptional ingredients, we checked it out—and here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Les Jardins du Presbourg, an upscale restaurant just steps from the Arc de Triomphe
At the foot of the Arc de Triomphe, Les Jardins du Presbourg offers a delightful dining experience in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. This restaurant, crafted by architect and designer Martin Brudnizki, features a hearty menu that blends classic French cuisine with Mediterranean influences, all set within a lush, enchanting botanical setting. [Read more]
Rosie Jolie and Bigoudi Brasserie: The (Very) High-Flying Rooftop of Trendy Trocadéro Breweries
Bigoudi is set to become the (very) chic rooftop venue from Brasseries à la Mode, opening in spring 2026 near the Trocadéro. Located on the ground floor of the same building will be the Rosie Jolie Brasserie. [Read more]
A Korean restaurant is hidden away in the heart of the Guimet Museum: Hanok.
You may not know it, but there is a discreet Korean restaurant hidden away inside the Guimet Museum. Open all year round and with a rooftop terrace in summer, we invite you to discover Hanok, a spot that smells of kimchi. [Read more]
A brief history of the great restaurants of Paris: Prunier, a century of marine prestige
Since 1924, the Prunier restaurant has been celebrating haute marine gastronomy in a listed Art Deco setting, blending exceptional caviar with Parisian elegance. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: La Grande Cascade, former imperial pavilion
Formerly the hunting lodge of Napoleon III, La Grande Cascade became an exceptional restaurant in 1900. A refined setting in the heart of the woods, dedicated to haute cuisine and the art of French entertaining. [Read more]
Prunier, the world's oldest caviar restaurant, with its legendary listed Art Deco façade
Inaugurated in 1924, the Parisian caviar restaurant Prunier, with its sublime Art Deco listed decor, has been restored to its former glory by Benjamin Patou. [Read more]
Geoélia, the fine dining restaurant of chef Camille Saint M'leux
Talented Michelin-starred chef Camille Saint M'leux has chosen to open his first Paris restaurant, Geoélia, in place of Tang, the 16th arrondissement institution. [Read more]
Karamna: the generous family-run Lebanese restaurant in the 16th arrondissement
Just off Place Victor Hugo, Karamna celebrates the generosity of Lebanese cuisine, with tasty sandwiches, mezze to share and hearty grilled meats, to eat in or take away. [Read more]
La Ferme du Pré, we tested Frédéric Anton's gourmet bistro Paris 16e
Head to the 16th arrondissement to discover La Ferme du Pré, the warm bistro imagined by Frédéric Anton. With its chic inn atmosphere and comforting dishes, we tried out this new address just a stone's throw from the Pré Catelan. [Read more]
Restaurant Alan Geaam, the chef's star-studded setting for gourmet cuisine with a soft Lebanese accent
In the heart of a hushed setting a stone's throw from Place de l'Etoile, chef Alan Geaam unveils a gourmet cuisine - crowned with a star - that honors his Lebanese roots while paying tribute to the savoir-faire of French haute gastronomy. [Read more]
Restaurant Margaux, a typical French bistro overlooking the Eiffel Tower
Restaurant Margaux, ideally located opposite the Eiffel Tower, is the French bistro we love. Located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, the typically decorated restaurant offers traditional French cuisine. A generous menu and emblematic dishes such as boeuf bourguignon and escargots await you in a lively, bustling atmosphere. [Read more]
The Dumant siblings take over Le Mouton Blanc, Normandy-style bourgeois cuisine
The historic Auberge du Mouton Blanc is enjoying a second lease of life in the 16th arrondissement, under the aegis of the Dumant siblings and restaurateur Tristan Lefebvre. They offer a bourgeois cuisine with hints of Normandy. [Read more]
Zostera by Julien Dumas, a gastronomic dive into deep waters
Chef Julien Dumas has taken over the institution Le Pergolèse in the 16th arrondissement. Now renamed Zostera, he offers a gastronomic dive into deep waters of infinite poetry. [Read more]
Hokusai, the Japanese fusion restaurant, discreet and seductive - Paris 16e
We're off to Hokusai, this discreet Japanese restaurant, nestled within the Le Metropolitan hotel in Paris's 16ᵉ arrondissement. Like us, discover its fusion cuisine blending tradition and Latin influences. An elegant setting and a refined menu, this is sure to seduce. [Read more]
La Table de Martine: the family-style restaurant in the 16th arrondissement
In the 16th arrondissement, La Table de Martine warms hearts with its authentic family cuisine and decor full of memories. A place to rediscover the comforting flavors of Sunday family meals... [Read more]
Pages, the delicate Michelin-starred address, bathed in gourmet Japanese touches
Gracefully blending French products and Japanese techniques, the Pages Michelin-starred restaurant hits the nail on the head, with a delicate touch. [Read more]
Bellefeuille, the confidential Michelin-starred restaurant at Saint James Paris by Grégory Garimbay
Have you heard of Bellefeuille, the confidential Michelin-starred restaurant at Saint James Paris, nestled in the 16th arrondissement of Paris? A Michelin-starred restaurant where talented Chef Grégory Garimbay officiates. We reveal his talents in this exceptional setting. [Read more]
Shang Palace by Tony Xu, we tested the Chinese restaurant at Shangri-La Paris
Shang Palace, the only gourmet Chinese restaurant, has unveiled its new menu under the leadership of its new Chef, Tony Xu. It's time to (re)discover the fine cuisine of this emblematic Parisian restaurant, located within the Shangri-La. [Read more]
Chalet des Îles fondue evenings: cheese and dinner by the fireplace
Chalet des Îles is going into winter mode, with a particularly cocooning program for this winter of 2025: so let's go and warm up our bodies and hearts over a good fondue! [Read more]
Ducasse Baccarat, gourmet dining in the temple of crystal in Paris
In the heart of Paris's 16th arrondissement, Maison Baccarat enters a new era with the opening of the Alain Ducasse Baccarat restaurant, a table combining Michelin-starred cuisine and contemporary art under the glow of crystal. [Read more]
Victoria Paris, the festive restaurant overlooking the Arc de Triomphe in the heart of a private mansion
Le Victoria Paris is a festive restaurant with anachronistic decor awaiting you at the foot of the Arc de Triomphe. At lunch or dinner, you'll discover a classic, masterful menu that's simply gourmet. In the evening, you can party in a chic atmosphere to the rhythm of a DJ set. [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]
Le Chalet des Îles Boulogne: the bucolic island restaurant with terrace and refined cuisine
The Chalet des Iles is one of the most exotic restaurants in Paris. Situated on a small island in the middle of the Bois de Boulogne, you have to take a boat to get there. [Read more]
Attabler, authentic Parisian bistro cuisine by the Gemellus team
Brothers Clément and Maxime Le Meur open a second address, Attabler, which honors true Parisian bistro cuisine. [Read more]
Osmossi by Maison Mavrommatis: The contemporary Greek bistro with Mediterranean flavours
A stone's throw from the Trocadéro, on the Passy side, we discover "Osmossi", the new restaurant from Maison Mavrommatis, offering contemporary Greek cuisine in elegant surroundings. If you love Mediterranean cuisine, why not take your taste buds on a journey? [Read more]
Edith, the contemporary restaurant at the Hôtel Padam in Paris's 16th arrondissement
Not far from the Champs-Elysées, the Hôtel Padam in the 16th arrondissement unveils a contemporary restaurant, Edith. Named in homage to the singer Edith Piaf, this address invites us to sample dishes inspired by French brasserie classics, revisited with modernity and elegance. [Read more]
Ponzu, the 16th arrondissement's Japanese cantine and its signature sushi
Not far from Place Victor Hugo, Ponzu is a well-known address for locals who come here to share a meal or dine on Japanese specialties. [Read more]
La Bauhinia restaurant, awakened by Quentin Testart's marine cuisine at the Shangri La Paris
La Bauhinia is the name of the sublime Shangri-La Paris restaurant named after a tropical flower. Under the leadership of new chef Quentin Testart and pastry chef Maxence Barbot, the menu is inspired by the sea, from Sri Lanka to Brittany, all under the sublime glass roof designed by architect Maurice Gras. [Read more]
L'Oiseau Blanc, high-flying gastronomy at The Peninsula Paris
L'Oiseau Blanc, the prestigious restaurant-bar-terrace, is the pride and joy of The Peninsula Paris. This magical place welcomes you on the sixth floor of the Parisian palace, with a breathtaking 360° view of the city's finest monuments, including the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
Restaurant Piccolino in Paris: a delicious trip to Puglia
Attention Italian food lovers! Head to the chic 16th arrondissement of Paris to discover Piccolino, an ultra-gourmet address featuring tasty recipes straight from Puglia, but not only. Let's go on a culinary voyage! [Read more]
Blanc by Shinichi Sato, a fine dining experience from the former chef of Passage 53
The former head chef of Passage 53 is making headlines again with the upcoming opening of Blanc by Shinichi Sato set for the start of next season. [Read more]
Jefe Burger: the restaurant run by rapper Ninho and Top Chef Xavier Pincemin arrives in Paris
It's a done deal! Rapper Ninho and chef Xavier Pincemin, winner of Top Chef in 2006, unveils the Jefe Burger restaurant just off the Champs-Elysées in Paris. [Read more]
Restaurant Conti: our test of one of the oldest Italian restaurants in Paris
If you're a fan of Italian cuisine, this is one address you won't want to miss! Head for Le Conti, the oldest Italian restaurant in Paris, where you can discover real Italian cuisine, far from the usual pizzas and bruschettas. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Find the location of all these great places by clicking on the map below!
And for exploring the arrondissement:
Things to do in the Auteuil, Passy, and Bois de Boulogne neighborhoods: Ideas for outings and great places to visit
Chic, discreet, and bucolic, the neighborhoods of Auteuil, Passy, and Bois de Boulogne are well worth a longer stop during your stroll. Follow the guide to the heart of the 16th arrondissement! [Read more]
Want to explore the area around the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, and the Trocadéro, on the border between Paris's 7th and 16th arrondissements, and looking for some great places to visit? Restaurants, museums, and parks—here are some great ideas! [Read more]
And what are your favorite restaurants in Paris's 16th arrondissement?
Things to do in the Auteuil, Passy, and Bois de Boulogne neighborhoods: Ideas for outings and great places to visit
Things to do in the Eiffel Tower, Invalides, and Trocadéro neighborhood: Ideas for outings and great places to visit
