Paris is home to some of the world’s finest and priciest restaurants. But a new breed of affordable places to eat means the budget traveller needn’t feel hard done by. BRABBU picked the 5 best restaurants in Paris where you can dine on excellent French cuisine.
Located in the east section of the city, the Bistrot has a lively atmosphere and serves delicious steak frites and apple tart.
18 rue Paul Bert, 75011
+33 1 43 72 24 01
Open Tuesday-Saturday 12:30 p.m.-2 p.m., 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m
Eastern Paris is where a lot of the more inventive cooking is happening, and Septime helped set this trend. A beautiful dining room and open kitchen form the backdrop for carefully perfected innovative cuisine. It can be tricky to get a table not surprising for one of the best French restaurants in Paris but it’s worth the time and patience.
80 rue de Charonne, Paris
+33 1 43 67 38 29
Monday 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m., Tues-Fri 12:30 p.m.-2 p.m., 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m
Located near Gare du Nord, it’s particularly convenient for Eurostar riders or those looking for affordable dining, and what it’s called the best cheese plate in the city. No doubts, Chez Casimir is one of the 5 Best Restaurants in Paris.
6 rue de Belzunce, Paris
+33 1 48 78 28 80
Monday-Friday noon-2:30 p.m., 7 p.m.-11 p.m., Saturday-Sunday open 10 a.m.-7 p.m
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For charm, ease and no-frills food, this no-reservations restaurant offers you one choice: steak frites. Though touristy, it never fails to deliver, with its brasserie-style décor and attentive servers.
20 rue Saint-Benoit, Paris
+33 1 45 49 16 00
Monday-Friday noon-2:30 p.m., 7 p.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday noon-3 p.m., 7 p.m.-11 p.m.
Reserve a table, if you can, but unless you plan far in advance, you’ll have to join the crowd on the sidewalk waiting for a spot in line. The small room and portions don’t make for a relaxed meal, but one that will surprise and excite. At least a contender for one of Paris’ best French restaurants.
129 Avenue de Parmentier, Paris
+33 1 43 57 45 95
Tuesday-Saturday 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. with reservation, 9:30 p.m. and on without reservation
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