The Halles district of Paris is teeming with restaurants and gourmet addresses. Whether you're hanging around the Bourse, Forum des Halles, Châtelet, rue Saint-Denis, rue Montorgueil or boulevard de Sebastopol, good restaurants are legion in the capital's 1st arrondissement . Whatever your budget and desires, there's sure to be a table to suit you in the area!
Whether you're dreaming of a generous pasta dish or pizza in an Italian restaurant, a comforting noodle soup or a platter of ultra-fresh sushi; or why not a brioche perdu in a good neighborhood coffee shop, you're bound to find what you're looking for in this selection ofaddresses tested by us and, above all, completely approved and adopted by our taste buds!
So, here are the best places to eat in the Halles district of Paris!
TrantranZai Montparnasse, for spicy Sichuan noodles and ravioli in Paris!
Sponsored - If you're a lover of Chinese cuisine, you've got to try TrantranZai, which specializes in Sichuan noodles and ravioli. Its 3rd address, in the Montparnasse district, transports us to a Chinese night market for an authentic culinary experience, with hearty dishes, a family atmosphere and immersive decor! [Read more]
An exotic Balinese culinary experience at Djakarta Bali
Sponsored - Since 1984, the Djakarta Bali restaurant has been an authentic Indonesian embassy in the heart of Paris. Offering a delicious culinary immersion in the thousand flavors of Indonesia, the archipelago of spices. Every first Friday of the month, the restaurant becomes the setting for a unique sensory experience: Bali as if you were there... where a dancer, dressed in traditional costumes, enchants guests. [Read more]
Groot, a delicious street-food pie shop from Top Chefs Hugo Riboulet & Albane Auvray
Top Chef 2023 winner Hugo Riboulet opens Groot, a street-food restaurant based around pies, in the company of his former teammate and friend Albane Auvray. Comfort and indulgence are the order of the day! [Read more]
Kitchen by Stéphanie Le Quellec, the Hôtel Madame Rêve restaurant
Discover "Kitchen by Stéphanie Le Quellec", the new restaurant at the Hôtel Madame Rêve invested by the two-star chef, located at 48 rue du Louvre. [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]
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]
Deli by Melt, New York delicatessen and smoked meat sandwiches at Les Halles
New York delicatessen atmosphere and smoked meat sandwiches at Deli by Melt, in the heart of the Halles district. [Read more]
Qasti, exquisite Lebanese cuisine by Michelin-starred chef Alan Geaam
Michelin-starred chef Alan Geaam recounts his childhood in the streets and markets of Tripoli at his bistro Qasti on Rue Saint-Martin. A thrilling table. [Read more]
Faurn and his man'ouchés, Alan Geaam's Lebanese pizzas
Alan Geaam has opened Faurn, a restaurant a stone's throw from his previous addresses, where he makes it a point of honour to introduce diners to man'ouché, the Lebanese cousin of pizza! [Read more]
Chardonnay, the roguish little brother of the Crus de Bourgogne
Opened right next door to its big sister Aux Crus de Bourgogne, Chardonnay is the Dumant family's latest offspring, the turbulent child version. A new bistro with no fuss, no muss, no fuss, featuring dishes with a French flair. [Read more]
Manhattn's Burgers, American-style burgers by Belgians in Montorgueil
Head for Manhattn's Burgers, on rue Montorgueil, to sample the burgers of Belgian brothers Jérôme and Philippe Vandermeulen, who have already won over street-food fans across the border. [Read more]
Sushi Way, the restaurant that serves you sushi at full speed
In the heart of the Westfield Forum des Halles shopping center is a Japanese restaurant that has gone up a gear: it's Sushi Way, and we can assure you that your food will arrive at lightning speed. [Read more]
Baldoria, Italian street food and pizza by the slice
Baldoria has arrived with an Italian specialty that is still little-known in Paris: pizza al taglio, otherwise known as pizza by the slice. [Read more]
Omar Dhiab, virtuoso first Michelin-starred restaurant by chef Omar Dhiab
Chef Omar Dhiab, who has passed through some of the finest Michelin-starred restaurants, unveils his virtuoso, thrilling gastronomic cuisine at his first restaurant, to which he gives his name. [Read more]
Pitanga, Brazilian restaurant with traditional tapas and festive cocktails
From traditional tapas to festive cocktails, the Brazilian restaurant Pitanga puts sunshine on your plate at Les Halles! [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]
Eats Thyme, Lebanese cuisine full of variety and generosity
At Eats Thyme, chef Carla Rebeiz delights the Halles district with her colorful and (very) generous Lebanese cuisine. [Read more]
Iluma, the festive Iberian tapas bar restaurant
Iluma alma iberica, the new Iberian restaurant with Spanish and Portuguese specialties, in tapas bar mode, is opening its doors to us in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris. It's a bar-restaurant that comes alive on certain days, offering good times of sharing, both in drinks and on the plate. [Read more]
Damigiana, the Italian restaurant with traditional recipes
Lovers of Italian gastronomy, head to the Halles district to (re)discover Damigiana, the Italian table designed by the Corinti siblings, who will introduce you to little-known but oh-so-tasty Italian specialties. [Read more]
Shiso Burger, original and exotic bao burgers
Do you like burgers? Do you like bao burgers? You're going to love Shiso Burger, with its exotic bao burgers and original recipes. [Read more]
Filakia Petit Café d'Athènes, tasty and generous Greek street food
Generous mezzés, typical sandwiches with beautiful spit-roasted meats, cocktails based on Hellenic spirits, there's no doubt about it: Filakia is a real little Greek tavern in Paris! [Read more]
L'Escargot Montorgueil, the Parisian institution still delighting, 200 years later
Located in the Halles district of Paris, L'Escargot Montorgueil showcases Burgundy snails in original recipes, and brilliantly executes the great classics of French gastronomy. [Read more]
La Halle aux Grains, elegant gastronomy by Michel and Sébastien Bras at the Bourse de Commerce
Michelin-starred chefs Michel and Sébastien Bras have set up shop in the historic Bourse de Commerce at La Halle aux Grains, a timeless restaurant where the grain regains all its nobility. [Read more]
All-you-can-eat brunch at Les Artizans
Les Artizans, a friendly bistro on rue de Montorgueil next to Les Halles, which combines good market cuisine with delicious pastries, is launching a brunch program on Saturdays and Sundays. Let's go and find out! [Read more]
DokiDoki: the Japanese handroll bar in downtown Paris
Calling all Japanese flavor fans! Paris 1st arrondissement welcomes a newcomer, DokiDoki. With the strong will to make you travel to the country of the Rising Sun, this indulging and elegant venue introduces you to the art of “Omakase”, offering delicious handrolls, made to order before your eyes! Come along! [Read more]
1129 iiniku: the Japanese BBQ-style Wagyu Yakiniku restaurant in Paris
Japanese culinary art comes to the center of Paris. Omatsu France – already running the tasty An Japonaise location in the 2nd arrondissement – opens a new restaurant in the city. This time, nestled in the 1st arrondissement, 1129 iiniku shines a light on Wagyu beef and the yakiniku concept, the famous Japanese BBQ. Shall we give you a tour? [Read more]
Presto Fresco, the Italian family trattoria a stone’s throw from the Halles
Italian food lovers, cheer up! Run to Presto Fresco and discover tasty produces coming straight from Italy in this lovely trattoria in Paris 1st arrondissement, a stone’s throw from the Halles. A trattoria that is part of a cooperative of artisans with 100% independent, natural and short-delivery-system produces. [Read more]
Tzantza in Paris: a Latin-American-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar with a festive spirit
For a fabulous gourmet journey between Peru and Japan, head for Tzantza. Nestled in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, this Latin-American-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar offers Nikkei-inspired cuisine, tasty beverages and the friendly, festive atmosphere we've been missing! [Read more]
Baltard au Louvre: the bistro by the stock exchange
Baltard au Louvre is the restaurant by the new Bourse Pinault stock market, facing the verdant Jardin Nelson Mandela. Go and enjoy Ewout Vranckx's brasserie-inspired cooking. [Read more]
Petit Crème Montorgeuil, the coffee shop at Les Halles
Petit Crème Montorgueil replaces Aux Tonneaux des Halles at 28 rue de Montorgueil. Come and discover this gourmet takeaway, just a stone's throw from the Forum and the beautiful Jardin Nelson Mandela. [Read more]
La Cevicheria, the temple of ceviche in Paris
Hard to resist a good ceviche, isn't it? Well, with three addresses in Paris, the Cevicheria is the restaurant of choice for creative recipes that are as beautiful to look at as they are good to eat. [Read more]
Mama Nissa: the restaurant serving regional Algerian specialities in Paris
Mama Nissa is the place to go for a gourmet yet healthy voyage of discovery of the Algerian terroir. Nestled in the Montorgueil district of Paris, this warm, fast-good restaurant showcases regional Algerian specialities in authentic, generous recipes: rechta, calentica or shakshuka... take off! [Read more]
Aux Crus de Bourgogne, authentic French cuisine in Montorgueil
The Aux Crus de Bourgogne institution gets a makeover, but remains true to itself. Here, you can still enjoy the great classics of French gastronomy, expertly executed. [Read more]
Creperie BléNoir Auguste in Beaubourg
Auguste is the name of the latest crêperie opened by BléNoir in Paris in the Beaubourg district. Just a step away from the Pompidou Center and the Stravinsky fountain, we go to enjoy good pancakes in a beautiful modern and trendy setting. [Read more]
Le Petit Bouillon Pharamond, mini price, maxi pleasure
We're taking you to Les Halles to discover a new Parisian bouillon, Petit Bouillon Pharamond. A place where you can eat classic Parisian bistronomy dishes, at mini prices, for maximum pleasure! [Read more]
And for a stroll around the district :
What to do in Châtelet-Les Halles and Beaubourg: Our tips and best addresses
Wandering around Châtelet-Les Halles and Beaubourg? Follow our guide to discover this central district of the capital from A to Z! [Read more]
So, have you found what you were looking for ?