The Paris Restaurants with the Best Ambiance
Wondering which is the coolest restaurant in Paris? With over 16,000 options to choose from, there’s no way to narrow it down to a single top spot, but we can compile a short list of our personal picks to help you find your own favorite!
Here are a few highlights to help point you in the right direction of the trendy restaurants in Paris you’ll love:
The pretty, influencer-favorite Pink Mamma is a can’t miss for anyone who loves laid-back-but-delicious Italian fare and has a refined yet whimsical aesthetic. Up the Insta-famous staircase, the top floor dining room offers amazing views of the Paris rooftops too.
For sleek lines, art-deco inspired interiors, and Eiffel Tower views, Monsieur Bleu might be more your speed. In this posh Parisian restaurant, you’ll taste innovative French cuisine under soaring ceilings and surrounded by rich colors and textures
If you’re more into elegant Americana, make your way instead to the Saint Germain neighborhood for lunch or dinner at Ralph’s. Nestled in a beautiful courtyard behind Ralph Lauren’s flagship store, the restaurant is luxuriously decorated in the designer’s signature style and serves classic American food in Paris.
For true design lovers looking for more dramatic décor, a meal at one of Philippe Starck’s restaurants is a must. The legendary architect and interior designer’s Miss Kô and Kong are two of our favorites, each with drastically different vibes: Miss Kô immerses you in a futuristic Asian street bazaar while Kong is an upscale rooftop restaurant frequented by those in the fashion industry and featured in Sex in the City.
Be warned though — these are some of the most popular restaurants in Paris, so you may want to make reservations well in advance to avoid long lines!
Cool new eateries open every day here in the City of Light, so check back often as we’ll keep sharing more of our favorite new finds. Or, join the Urbansider Club to be the first to know when we add more trendy restaurants in Paris to our guide!
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Paris Bistros, Brasseries, & Bouillons
Astay in the City of Light isn’t complete without enjoying a meal in a classic Parisian bistro, brasserie, or bouillon. Working-class restaurants in a bygone era, today, these traditional French restaurants offer both authentic and inventive dining experiences. For typical French food, often in historic Belle Epoque interiors, here’s where to eat in Paris.
Good Food to Go
Although the City of Light is known around the world for its impressive offer of gastronomic restaurants, locals know that there are also many amazing places to eat a good, quick meal. There’s no shortage of excellent street food restaurants in Paris serving great falafels, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, pad thai, or poke bowls, all perfect for a fast-but-tasty lunch or late night snack that won’t break the bank either.
The Height of Parisian Gastronomy
You can’t visit the capital of a country known for its cuisine without tasting some of its finest gastronomy. Whether to celebrate a special occasion, experience the height of French cuisine, or simply to be able to say you’ve eaten at one of the best restaurants in the world, these amazing restaurants offer exceptional food, impeccable service, and five-star settings. Here are our favorite gastronomic restaurants in Paris.