The Châtelet-Les Halles neighborhood in Paris is teeming with restaurants and great places to eat. Whether you're hanging out near the Forum des Halles, Rue Saint-Denis, Rue Montorgueil,Boulevard de Sebastopol, or even if you venture as far as the Centre Pompidou, aka Beaubourg, there are plenty ofgreat restaurants in the capital's 1st arrondissement. Whatever your budget or tastes, you're sure to find a place to eat that you'll love in this area!
So, 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 without further ado, here are the best addresses for restaurants in the Châtelet-Les Halles and Centre Pompidou-Beaubourg areas of Paris. You're in for a treat!
Casa Loca, a muy caliente spot in the heart of Paris: Bar, festive restaurant, party & brunch
Sponsored - For those who don't know Casa Loca, it's an exotic, unique, and muy caliente place... an immersion in a festive world and a unique atmosphere: a journey without leaving Paris. Cocktail bar, festive restaurant, themed parties, and gourmet brunch on weekends—everything we love! [Read more]
BIGBANG Marais: the unusual Korean restaurant with cheesy dishes!
Sponsored - With the return of the cold weather, it's the perfect time to warm up with a comforting meal, and luckily, the Korean restaurant Bigbang IV, in the heart of the Les Halles district at 20 rue des Lombards, has added two new items to its menu that are sure to melt your heart. You can also enjoy Korean barbecues with finely marinated meat, for a gourmet immersion in Korea in a luxurious setting. [Read more]
Azteca, a trip to the heart of Mexico without leaving Paris
Sponsored - Fancy a one-way ticket to Mexico without leaving Paris? Head to Azteca, an iconic Mexican restaurant in the 1st arrondissement, nestled a stone's throw from the Louvre and Châtelet-Les-Halles since 1986. This colorful restaurant treats Parisians to generous tacos, steaming fajitas, and homemade cocktails in a festive and warm atmosphere. At Azteca, you come for the authentic cuisine, stay for the good vibes, and leave feeling like you've traveled... without a passport. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Benoit, the soul of the Parisian bistro
Benoit Paris, a bistro founded in 1912 in the 4th arrondissement, perpetuates the spirit of traditional French cuisine in its elegant decor. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's top restaurants: Le Pharamond, Normandy-style ambience
Founded in 1832, (Petit Bouillon) Pharamond has been serving Les Halles for two centuries in a Belle Époque listed setting. Affordable cuisine and a Norman atmosphere anchor this address in working-class Paris. [Read more]
The history of Paris's great restaurants: Au Pied de Cochon, brasserie canaille since 1947
Open since 1947, Au Pied de Cochon never closes. With service until dawn, bistro decor and dirty dishes, this Halles brasserie is a festive, gourmet haunt. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's top restaurants: L'Escargot Montorgueil, an institution at Les Halles
A century-old address in the 1st arrondissement, L'Escargot Montorgueil is dedicated to bourgeois tradition and Burgundy snails. Second Empire decor and a generous menu are the hallmarks of this charming establishment. [Read more]
Terraza Mikuna: the 300 m2 rooftop at BHV Marais creates a sensation
Following its success last summer on the 6th floor, Terraza Mikuna has extended its space to the 7th floor of the BHV Marais, with 300 m2 of rooftop space and a 360° view of Paris. This is the place to be for lovers of South American cuisine and great views. [Read more]
GUIREN, the French bistro restaurant with Ecuadorian flair
Sponsored - Just a stone's throw from the lively rue de Montorgueil, in Paris's 2nd arrondissement, Ecuadorian chef Roberto Valladares has set up shop. At the GUIREN restaurant, he offers creative and resolutely gourmet French bistronomic cuisine with Ecuadorian and Japanese influences. [Read more]
Le Cochon à l'Oreille, a stylish French bistro at Les Halles
Less well known than some of the institutions at Les Halles, Le Cochon à l'Oreille is nonetheless a French bistro with a lot going for it, embodied by an equally impressive owner. [Read more]
L'Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, the restaurant with confidential bucolic terrace
Looking for serenity, calm and greenery in the heart of Paris? Discover the restaurant and hidden garden terraces of the Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, a bucolic and confidential setting in the heart of the 18th arrondissement. A former Hermès residence, this secret spot, accessible via the Rocher de la Sorcière passage, invites you to discover its lush garden, refined bistronomic cuisine and cocktail bar all summer long. Open every day, from breakfast to dinner, including brunch and cocktails. [Read more]
We tested Granite, Yoshitaka Takayanagi's new Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant
Yoshitaka Takayanagi takes over from Tom Meyer at Granite! We're off to this discreet Michelin-starred restaurant in the 1ᵉʳ arrondissement to discover the new direction of this gourmet table that's well worth the detour. [Read more]
Le Petit Marguerite: A fresh take on classic Parisian bistros at the Novotel Paris les Halles
The Novotel Paris Les Halles is welcoming the new year with the launch of its latest dining spot, Le Petit Marguerite, a bistro that celebrates the timeless classics of French cuisine. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Les Halles, this restaurant draws inspiration from traditional Parisian bistros, infused with a contemporary twist. A hidden gem worth discovering for those seeking a blend of warm conviviality and a touch of old Paris charm. [Read more]
Campelli, memorial gastronomy by Armenian chef Vartivar Jarkezian
Armenian by origin, Lebanese by birth and trained in Saudi Arabia, chef Vartivar Jarkezian blends all these references in his gastronomic dishes at Campelli. [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]
GrandCœur, the Paris address of Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco and his bourgeois cuisine
GrandCœur, the Parisian address of Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, is the perfect place to curl up in historic surroundings and savor the very best in bourgeois cuisine. [Read more]
Pizi, crispy Roman pizzas from the Zapi team
The Zapi team opens a second Italian restaurant, Pizi, where Roman pizzas and fresh pasta twirl in a friendly atmosphere. [Read more]
La Renommée: a chic restaurant with a historic façade and refined French cuisine
Behind the capital's historic façade lies an elegant restaurant with a hushed ambience, magnifying French gastronomy in a timeless setting on the famous Rue Saint-Honoré. [Read more]
Maurice Sfez Café, Moïse Sfez's sweet and savoury coffee shop
A new year and a new address for Moïse Sfez, who opens Maurice Sfez Café in the Marais district, a sweet and savory coffee shop where you can wolf down Liège waffles and indecent egg and cheese. [Read more]
Yamato Grill, the Japanese barbecue that honors Wagyu beef at Les Halles
Yamato Grill is the name of the Japanese restaurant that opened its doors in the Halles district of Paris, a stone's throw from the Bourse du Commerce - Fondation Pinault. A Japanese barbecue that honors Wagyu beef with delicious Japanese dishes. [Read more]
Panozzi, Italian street-food sandwiches filled with the finest ingredients
At Panozzi, panozzo sandwiches come in all shapes and sizes, in a multitude of original and tasty recipes. [Read more]
Bombance, the Marais' finest bistronomic discovery
Bombance, a bistronomic restaurant in the Marais district of Paris, is a delightful discovery, with well-thought-out, well-crafted dishes! [Read more]
iRASSHAi: the concept store dedicated to Japanese cuisine in Paris
Grocery, canteen, café, cocktail bar and soon bistronomic izakaya... Paris now boasts a new gourmet address featuring Japanese cuisine in all its forms. Visit iRASSHAi in the capital's 1st arrondissement, an 800 m² spot designed around the culinary cultures of Japan. [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]
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]
Tata burger, the unusual restaurant with willy burgers in the Marais
Tata Burger is the restaurant you'd like to have close to home: a generous cuisine, no fuss, formulas (or burgers) at low prices and above all, a warm welcome for this beautiful address not to be missed in the Marais. [Read more]
Restaurant 1146 in Paris: an incredible steakhouse like in Japan
The Japanese wagyu restaurant 1129 offers us a new experience both gourmet and chic. Head to the basement of the establishment located in the 1st arrondissement in Paris to discover Steakhouse 1146, an intimate place where you can savor a high quality cuisine signed Masahiro Ishida. [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]
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]
Baobar, the delicious bao counter in the Marais
Baobar is the name of the MAMAHUHU team's bar serving gua bao and other Taiwanese specialties. Take a seat at the counter to savor the richly flavored tapas-style plates. [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]
Djakarta Bali, the original restaurant for travelling in Indonesia
Djakarta Bali is much more than an Indonesian restaurant: it's an invitation to travel, an exotic bubble in the heart of Paris. The restaurant also boasts a lovely, quiet terrace! [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]
Loup, the 1st arrondissement brasserie that celebrates homemade food
At Chez Loup, the large brasserie in the 1st arrondissement open all day, a young chef has chosen to give pride of place to home-made products, prepared with organic, seasonal and well-sourced ingredients. [Read more]
Homer Lobster Rambuteau, the spot dedicated to lobster roll
Lobster roll lovers can indulge their taste buds with the opening in early February 2018 of Homer Lobster, Moïse Sfez's latest gourmet address, nestled in the capital's 4th arrondissement. [Read more]
Creperie BléNoir Auguste in Beaubourg
Auguste is the name of BléNoir's latest crêperie in Paris' Beaubourg district. Just a stone's throw from the Centre Pompidou and the Stravinsky fountain, we're off to feast on delicious galettes and crêpes 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]
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Things to do in the Châtelet-Les Halles and Beaubourg neighborhood: Ideas for outings and great places to visit
