Paris is known for its many wonderful restaurants; after all the French are the connoisseurs of the good life. It has been said “you can’t get a bad meal in Paris”. Well, we have had several bad meals (especially in some of the tourist trap restaurants of the Latin Quarter). We would like to amend the statement to read “You do not have to pay a fortune to get a really fine meal in Paris”  Some of the listed restaurants are expensive, but they are worth the money. The less expensive places are also good restaurants that might lack nothing more than a world-famous chef or a fabulous location. I am not listing the obvious Michelin-starred restaurants, you know that they will be fabulous. I am listing restaurants that average travelers can afford on a trip to Paris; places where we have eaten and enjoyed our meal.

Be sure to look at the menus (Cartes) posted near the door of every restaurant; they will give you an idea of the prices and the type of dishes served. Those on a budget should consider the Menu du Jour. Menus are fixed price meals usually consisting of a starter, main dish and dessert. Many restaurants give choices and different price levels for different menus. They are usually less expensive than purchasing the items a la Carte.

Since January 2008, all restaurants and cafes in Paris are required by law to be non-smoking.

Key:
GV = Good Value
$ = inexpensive
$$ = Moderate
$$$ =Moderate to Expensive
$$$$ = Expensive.

1st Arrondissement
The first Arrondissement is in the very heart of the city. It is walking distance to most tourist sites and therefore is more expensive. Some fabulous hotels are located here; but we have found a few less expensive gems as well.

L’Absinthe $$ GV
This bistrot in the heart of Paris, now part of the Michel Rostang group, has become something of a haute bistro. It is still casual and comfortable but has been taken up a notch or two. Enjoy the terrace in warm weather at this central Paris restaurant.
24 place du Marché Saint Honoré
Metro: Tuilleries
Tel: 33 1 49 26 90 04
Open: Mon – Fri 12pm – 2pm, Mon – Sat 7pm – 11pm Closed Sundays

Bistrot Saint-Honore $ GV
This is a traditional Bistro specializing in Burgundian food. A small and charming bistro that charmed us with warm and personal service.
10 rue Gomboust
Metro: Pyramides/Tuileries
Open: Mon-Fri, closed on Sat and Sun.
Tel: 33 1 42 61 77 78

Chez Denise $$ GV
An authentic bistro where you’ll find good food for the prices. It is crowded, but fun. We recommend you try this little gem, a best restaurant in Paris.
5 rue des Provaires
Metro: LeHalles/ Louvre-Rivoli
Tel: 33 1 42 36 21 82

L’Ardoise $ GV
Chef Pierre Jay offers one of the best values in in any center Paris restaurant with his superb cuisine at reasonable prices. The décor is unimaginative and the seating tight, so just close your eyes, snuggle up and enjoy the wonderful food at excellent prices.
28 rue du Mont-Thabor
Metro: Concorde/Tuileries
Tel: 01 42 96 28 18

2nd Arrondissement
The Second Arrondissement is in the heart of Paris close to everything including the Louvre, the gorgeous Opera Garnier, fabulous shopping and great restaurants.

A Priori Thé $$ GV
A popular and charming tea salon great for a light lunch or snack. The pastries and cakes are lovely. Located in a beautiful gallery, you will enjoy the surroundings as much as the food in this center Paris restaurant. Good for Sunday brunch.
35-37 Galerie Vivienne
Metro: Palais Royale/Pyramide
Tel: 33 1 42 97 48 75

Chez Georges $$
A friendly, neighborhood style, Parisian bistro, located off the place des Victories. The specialty of the house is the Onglet de boeuf (pan-seared hanger steak) served with Pomme Frites (French fries) but we especially liked the Ris de Veau. Bistro cooking at its best. A favorite of Patricia Wells and worthy of our Paris restaurant guide.
1 rue de Mail
Metro: Sentier
Tel: 01 42 60 07 11
Open: Mon-Sat noon-2pm and 7:30-9:30pm

Drouant $$$$
A quiet and classic restaurant where the food is always superb. Antoine Westermann expresses cuisine at Drouant in which he revisits appetizers “à  la française”, putting the spotlight on quality products while continuing to give the place of honor to vegetables.Drouant is a place where the product is “king” and “the traditions blend”. This is a top Paris restaurant.
8 rue Gallion
Metro: Opera / Quartre-September
Tel: 33 1 42 65 15 16

Fontaine Gaillon $$$
Gérard Depardieu owns this restaurant with Carole Bouquet. As the gourmets they both are, these accomplices opted for quality products at affordable prices. The vinotheque set in the middle of the dining room lists 150 wines, selected on the advice of famous critique Robert Parker. Set near the Opéra” Garnier, this famous Paris restaurant is just the place for pre-opera dinners or business lunches. Very good food, in a quiet and tasteful setting.
Metro: Opéra
Tel: 33 1 47 42 63 22

3rd Arrondissement
The Third Arrondissement is near the beautiful Place de Vosges and the nearby Marais district. It is busy and vibrant.

Au Bascou $$ GV
This is a modern bistro with a quirky decor, but don’t let that keep you away. The owner and chef, Jean-Guy Lousteau demands that only the freshest foods will be served at his tables and we are the beneficiaries of his commitment. He is from the Basque region of France, so look for the Basque influence in his cooking.
38 rue Reamur
Metro: Arts ét Métiers

Ambassade d’Auvergne $$
The name describes this restaurant to a tee. They are truly ambassadors for the Auvergne region of France. The food served is all Auvergne specialties, right down to the regional cheese plates. This is a charming  and  inviting place for simple, rustic, but delicious food. We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch here and were very impressed by the service.  Open: Daily noon-2pm and 7:30-10:30pm
22 rue du Grenier St. Lazare
Metro: Rambuteau
Tel: 33 1 42 72 31 22

L’Alisier $$
Dine to your heart’s content in either the Bistro style lower restaurant or the more elegant upstairs. Interesting, well-prepared dishes are served by owner/chef Jean-Luc Dodeman.
26 rue de Montmorency
3rd Arr
Tel: 01 42 72 31 04
Open: noon-2pm and 7:30-10pm. Closed Sat., Sun and August.

Le Guirlande de Julie GV $$ -$$$
Located on The Place de Vosges, this fine restaurant offers good food as well as a great view. The lovely décor brings everything to a harmonious dining experience. There is outdoor seating under the vaulted arcades in nice weather.
N25 Pl des Vosges
Metro: Saint Paul
Tel: 01 48 87 94 07
Open: Daily noon-2:30pm and 7-10pm

Le Bar a Huitres (Le) Beaumarchais $$
Oysters, other shellfish and fish are the specialties here and you can even design your own sea food platter. Meat is available for those who must have it. Enjoy yourself in this restaurant that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Open: Daily noon-2am Click on the link for other locations in Paris/
33 Blvd Beaumarchais
Metro: Bastille
Tel: 01 48 87 98 92

4th Arrondissement
The Fourth Arrondissement lies along the Seine and on the Ile St. Louis. It is near Notre Dame and the Hotel du Ville. A lush and beautiful area known for its beautiful bridges (ponts).

L’ Ambroisie $$$$
Located on the beautiful Place des Vosges, this three Michelin starred restaurant is one to save for special occasions. The Renaissance decor is perfect and the food is beyond that! Service is without a fault, and you pay dearly for the whole wonderful experience. This is clearly one of the best restaurants in Paris!
9 Place des Vosges
Metro: Bastille, St Paul
Tel: 01 42 78 51 45

Le Trumilou GV $
You might walk right past this bistrot; as it has a rather inconspicuous storefront. But, don’t let that deter you. The food is very good and the prices are excellent. We had the duck with prunes and it was wonderful. We hope you agree that it belongs in our Paris restaurant guide.
84 quai de l’Hotel de Ville
Metro: Pont Marie
Tel: 01 42 77 63 98
Open: Daily noon-3pm and 7-11pm

Brasserie Bofinger $$$
Across from the dazzling modernistic Opera Bastille, this well established brasserie conveys a feeling of timelessness. It is beautifully decorated with stained glass and antique brass. The food is very good, especially the shellfish.
5 rue de la Bastille
Metro: Bastille
Tel: 01 42 72 87 82
Open: Mon-Fri noon-3pm and 6:30pm-1am; Sat and Sun 12 noon-1am

5th Arrondissement
The fifth Arrondissement is located on the left bank (rive gauche) with views of Notre Dame and proximity to the glorious Luxembourg Gardens. Don’t even consider leaving Paris without a stroll through the Luxembourg Gardens. The fifth Arrondissement is also known as the Latin Quarter because the Sorbonne where students studied Latin at one time is in this area. A colorful neighborhood, the Latin Quarter is made up of winding cobblestone streets lined with little shops and restaurants.

L’Atelier Maitre Albert- Restaurant with Guy Savoy $$$
With a menu designed by Guy Savoy in the capable hands of chef Emmanual Monsallier, you can’t go wrong. The setting is modern yet warmed by the hearth and the wonderful aromas of the rotisserie. This entire left bank restaurant is smoke free.
Open: for lunch from 12:30 to 2:30 Mon-Fri. For dinner Sun – Wed from 6:30pm to 11:30 pm, Thurs – Sat from 6:30pm to 1am.
1 rue Maitre-Albert
Tel: 01-56-81-30-01
Metro: Maubert

Balzar $ GV
The Brasserie Flo chain owns this restaurant. It is still one of the best brasseries in the Latin Quarter and a good place for eating during off-hours. A very good value for this well located left bank restaurant.
49 rue des Ecoles
Metro: Odeon / Cluny-La Sorbonne
Tel: 01 43 54 13 67
Open: Daily noon-midnight

Le Rostand $$
Newly redecorated, this brasserie is just the place for a great lunch or cup of coffee. This left bank restaurant has been a family oriented place for years, but is now courting the younger, hipper crowd.
6 pl Edmond Rostand
Tel : 01 43 54 61 58

6th Arrondissement
The 6th Arrondissement also known as St. Germain de Pres is a colorful part of the Left Bank that was once the favorite haunt of Ernest Hemingway, and the artist Delacroix. Today you can stroll the famous Boulevard St Germain, or find the former homes of famous authors on rue Jacob. The gorgeous Luxembourg Gardens are in this district as well.

L’Epi Dupin $$GV
Reservations are advised, but not easy to get, at this intimate bistro. They are also closed weekends. The food is very good and the prices are good as well. So, if you do manage to get a reservation, consider yourself lucky.
11 rue Dupin
Metro: Sevres-Babylone
Open: Mon-Fri noon-2:30 and 7:30-11pm

Les Editeurs Cafe Restaurant $$
Les Editeurs is just the place to have a cup of coffee and read a novel, or have lunch and a glass of wine or a snack. This is a hip, but comfortable place to wile away a few delicious hours.
4 Carrefour de l’Odeon
Tel: 33 1 43 26 67 76
Metro: Odeon
Open: Daily 8am to 2am

Midi Vins $$ GV
Our favorite has to be the little corner bistro, Midi Vins. Calling themselves a Bistrot a vins, this little place was packed the night that we were there and then again as we strolled by on another evening. The small, but comfortable space is filled with fresh flowers, and the atmosphere is cozy and romantic. The owners are very particular about their wine selection. We asked for a half bottle of Bordeaux and the proprietress chose one for us. She opened a full bottle and told us we would only be charged for the wine we consumed. We drank just a half bottle of this very good wine and were charged for just that – a half bottle! Their prices were totally reasonable for a wonderful dinner and great wine.
Closed Sunday and Monday
83, rue du Cherche Midi
75006, Paris
Tel: 01 45 48 33 71

La Rotonde $$
An extensive menu with something for everyone, makes La Rotonde a great place for a nice, casual meal. The generous portions and delicious dishes are a true value in tres expensive Paris. Located at a busy intersection in a great neighborhood, people watchers delight as bustling Parisians of the neighborhood rush by.
105 Boulevard du Montparnasse
75006, Paris

La Ferrandaise $$
We had a delicious meal here one night with a group of friends. We each ordered something different and none of us was disappointed. Known for its meat dishes, La Ferrandaise has reasonably priced menus that also include fish and seafood.
8 rue de Vaugirard
754006, Paris
Tel: 01 43 26 36 36

Le Rousseau $
Just a little cafe that is well decorated and inexpensive. Very comfortable and trendy at the same time, Le Rousseau is lively and fun. The food is simple and good…not great. We enjoyed our Steak-frites and saved our money for a splurge somewhere else.
45, rue du Cherche Midi
75006, Paris
Tel : 01 42 22 51 07

Sud-Ouest & Cie – Le Bistro de Sud-Ouest a Paris $$
We ate at this bistro located on the busy Blvd de Montparnasse on a Sunday evening. More interesting looking restaurants were closed, so we thought we’d take our chance on this inviting place. We weren’t disappointed. They have a great special menu that includes a bottle of wine for a very good price. The bistro specializes in dishes from the Southwest region of France. Think duck… think confit…think foie gras. We sat next to two Frenchmen, one of whom was from the southwest and was enjoying food from his childhood. It was a wonderful way to spend our final night in Paris…enjoying good food and good company.
39 Blvd. du Montparnasse
75006, Paris
Tel: 01 42-84 35 35

7th Arrondissement
The seventh Arrondissement is known as St-Germain-des-Pres because the church of that name is a landmark in the area. Great for shopping and eating, this area is lively and lovely.

Aux Fins Gourmets $$
Southwest France cuisine is served at this unpretentious and truly Parisian little bistrot. Duck dishes and cassoulet (a white bean stew) are favorites. Alas, reservations are essential.
213 Blvd St Germaine
Tel: 01 42 22 06 57
Open: Tues-Sat noon-2:30pm and 7:30-10pm; Mon 7:30-10pm

Chez les Anges $$ GV
A contemporary brasserie that offers new and fresh cuisine as well as perfect steaks and grilled fresh fish. The menu follows market offerings. Jacques Lacipière former owner of the hugely popular bistro Au Bon Accueil, is the owner. With chef Stéphane Duchiron, you can expect great things. This left bank restaurant offers smoke-free dining rooms.
54 Blvd. de La Tour-Maubourg
Metro: La Tour-Maubourg
Tel:33 1-47-05-89-86
Open: Mon-Fri 12: 30-2pm and 7:30-11pm; Closed Saturday and Sunday

la Cigale Recamier $$
This is THE place in Paris for a souffle, whether sweet or savory, you will truly enjoy this French treat. But there are other great entrees available as well. On our recent trip to Paris, we liked it so much, we went back another day. Oh, and the garden terrace is wonderful in nice weather. It definitely belongs in our Paris restaurant guide. Reservations are recommended, but not always necessary.
4 rue Recamier
Tel: 01 45 48 86 58

Les Ministeres GV $
This little restaurant is perfect for fish and shellfish dishes. We had the St Jacques ( scallops) and thought they were great…fresh and cooked to a tee. The Creme Brulee for dessert was smooth and creamy, just the way it should be.
30 rue du Bac
Tel: 01 42 61 22 37

Thoumieux $$ GV
The food here is good and prepared as they have for four generations. If you like cassoulet, try their version.
79 rue St. Dominique
Metro: Invalides
Tel: 01 47 05 49 75
Open: Daily noon-3pm and 6:30-midnight

A La Petite Chaise $ GV
Founded in 1680, this restaurant claims to be the oldest in Paris. We have enjoyed a delicious and reasonably priced meal here and recommend it for a comfortable and low-key meal. We especially liked the fresh fish of the day. Here’s a review by David Lebovitz
36 rue de Grenellle
tel: 01 42 22 13 35

8th Arrondissement
The beautiful and expensive eighth Arrondissement in on the right bank (rive droit,) and hugs the glamorous Champs Elysees. Many of the great hotels of Paris are here as well as the famous couturiers and “Grands Magasins” (department stores) This is Paris at its most chic.

Le Bistro de l’Olivier $$
If you are looking for a taste of Provence in the opulent 8th Arrondissement, look no further. You will love the flavors of the south and the warm welcome and service… all at a great price!
13 rue Quentin-Bauchart
Metro: George V
Tel: 01 47 20 78 63

Bocconi Trattoria $$
Longing for a little Italian pasta or antipasti? You will find it right here in the 8th Arr. Chef Ciro Polge, formerly of Il Cortile, offers a fresh take on Tuscan cuisine all at quite reasonable prices.
10 bis rue d’Artois
Metro: St. Philippe-du-Roule
Tel: 01 53 76 44 44

L’Appart $$ GV
Good food served in a lively, comfortable atmosphere. This modern bistro is decorated like a warm, comfortable apartment. Pastas, salads and seasonal fare round out the menu.  We have eaten her a few times because of the warm atmosphere,  the good food and the good pricing. Also nice for Sunday Brunch with the kids.
9 rue de Colisée
Metro: Franklin D. Roosevelt
Tel: 01 53 75 16 34
Open: Daily noon-2:30pm and 7:30-midnight

Chiberta restaurant with Guy Savoy $$$
This ultra stylish restaurant will not put you off; the welcome is warm and the food is wonderfully prepared and well presented. Look for the special raviolis and excellent babas for dessert.
3 rue Arsene-Houssaye
Tel: 01 53 53 42 00
Open: Daily except Sat lunch and Sun.
Metro: Charles de Gaulle Etoile

La Fermette Marbeuf $$$
The beautiful Belle Epoch mosaics and decor might be enough to draw you in to this great Paris bistro. And you won’t be disappointed in the food either as long as you are expecting good brasserie fare. If you like to eat where the Parisians do, this is the place.
5 rue Marbeuf
Tel: 01 53 23 08 00
Open: Daily noon-3pm and 7:30-11:30pm

Saveurs et Salon $$
We eat here whenever we are in Paris. This is a small restaurant that serves good French style food in an elegant manner. Prices are very reasonable for this toney part of town.
3 rue Castellane
75008 Paris
Tel : 00 33 1 40 06 97 97 
Open: Tue-Sun noon-3pm and 7-midnight
Metro Madeliene

10th Arrondissement
The 10th arrondissement centers around the Canal St. Martin and the restaurants and cafés which line its banks. The streets along the canal become car-free zones on Saturday afternoons/evenings, and all day on Sundays to make way for the Parisien cycling and roller-blading hoards. Two great train stations Gare du Nord and Gare de l’Est are located here as is the historic Place de la République in the far south of the arrondissement.

Brasserie Flo $
Part of a reliably good and popular chain, this is an authentic 1900s Alsatian brasserie, and it retains much of its original charm. It is a place to come with a crowd (everyone else does) it is loud and boisterous and if you like sauerkraut, you have it made.
7 cour des Petites-Ecuries
Metro: Château-d’Eau
Tel: 01 47 70 13 59
Open: Daily noon-3:30 and 7pm-1:30am

Chez Michel $$ GV
Thierry Breton, the chef has worked at some of the most famous Paris restaurants before starting out on his own. This charming little restaurant specializes in Breton cuisine, his home region. This place is too good to be true. (Note: not the best neighborhood at night… so take a cab. And it is better to dine upstairs than in the unappealing basement)
10 rue Belunce
Metro: Poissonnaire / Gare du Nord
Tel: 01 44 53 06 20
Open: Tue-Sat noon-2pm and 7pm-midnight Closed: Sun, Mon, Christmas week and August.

11th Arrondissement
The 11th Arrondissement is set near the place de la Republique and the Bastille. It is close to the Marais and is still considered central Paris.

Le Grand Méricourt $$
This is just a great Paris restaurant. The menu is respectful of the season and uses fresh ingredients in imaginative ways. Another plus is that this a completely non-smoking restaurant.
106 rue dela Folie Mericourt
Tel: 33 1 43 38 94 04
Open: Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm and 8-10:30pm, Closed Aug
Metro: Saint-Ambroise

Le Bistrot du Peinture $ GV
This restaurant is a fabulous bargain. The dishes are well prepared and the choices are quite good; there is something for everyone. You really can’t go wrong eating here, especially on a sunny day when you can sit outside and watch the world go by.
116 ave Ledru-Rollin
Metro: Ledru-Rollin
Tel: 33 1 47 00 34 39
Open: Mon-Fri 7am-2am, Sat and Sun 10am-9pm

12th Arrondissement
Near the Gare de Lyon, the 12th arrondissement is not generally a tourist area, but is safe and quiet.

L’Oulette $$
Very modern decor makes this restaurant a perfect fit in the now revitalized Bercy district. Chef Marcel Baudis has built an excellent reputation for his restaurant due to his delicious cuisine, based on the cooking of his native Quercy.
15 pl Lachambeaudie
Metro: Dugommier, Cours St-Emilion, Bercy, Daumesnil
Tel: 01 40 02 02 12
Open: Mon-Fri noon-2:15pm and 7:45 -10:15pm, Closed: Sat, Sun, Christmas day, New Year’s day, Easter Monday, May 1st and July 14th.

Miel et Paprika $ GV
Come here for a delicious meal served with flair and attention to detail. The chef uses creativity to develop new flavors that always seem to work.Try the zucchini cake, a sure winner. This little place is a sure winner from the warm reception and service to the great food and miniscule prices!
24, rue de Cotte
Tel: 33 1 53 33 02 67
Open: Wed to Sun noon to 3pm and Thu Fri and Sat from 8pm to 10:30pm
Metro: Ledru Rollin

13th Arrondissement
The 13th Arrondissement centers on the Place d’ Italie and borders the Latin Quarter.

Le Petit Marquery $$
The Cousin brothers own and operate this restaurant with the care you might expect from people who genuinely love food and people. This restaurant is known for its game and seasonal cuisine.
9 blvd du Port-Royal
Metro: les Gobelins
Tel: 01 43 31 58 59
Open: Tue-Sat Noon-2:15pm and 7:30-10:15pm

Green Garden $$
Green Garden is a vegetarian and completely vegan restaurant, They use only organic produce and no meat, dairy, or GMO food. On the menu, you will recognize many stir-fried and braised dishes common to Chinese menus, but they are all made with soy and not meat. And everything is delicious. What more can you ask? Non-smoking? Yep that too.
20 Rue Nationale
Metro: Porte d’Ivry
Tel: 33 1 45 82 99 54
Open: Daily from 11am to 10:30pm except Mon.

14th Arrondissement
Although largely residential, the 14th arrondissement is best known for Montparnasse (both the station and the towering skyscraper (Tour Montparnasse), for the Paris Catacombs and the Parc Montsouris. The Cité Universitaire is also found in this district traditionally known for lively cafés and restaurants around the Boulevard du Montparnasse and the rue Daguerre.

Le Bistrot du Dome $$
Great fish at reasonable prices brings patrons back again and again. Run by the Bras family who own the Famous Dome Restaurant and the Poissonerie du Dome across the street, this little bistro also offers great wine buys. If you want oysters, you’ll need to go to Le Dome.
1 rue Delambre
Metro: Vavin
Tel: 01 43 35 32 00
Open: Daily noon-2:30 and 7:30-11pm

Le Dome $$$
This historic restaurant is known as the place for the absolutely freshest fish and shellfish. No matter what you order, you can be assured of its freshness and therefore great flavor. The shrimp are fresh caught and are excellent, no matter how they are prepared.
108 blvd Montparnasse
Metro: Vavin
Tel: 01 43 35 25 81
Open: Daily noon-2:15pm and 7:30-11:30pm

La Coupole $$
Created in 1927, with all the lovely decor of that time, this brasserie, under the same ownership as Brasserie Flo, is also a fixture in the neighborhood. Busy morning through night, you’ll get the usual Brasserie fare, but well prepared. Specialties include lamb curry and smoked salmon.
102 Blvd. du Montparnasse
Tel: 0143 20 14 20
Open: Daily 7:30am-2am. Closed Dec 24

15th Arrondissement
The 15th arrondisement is the largest arrondissement of central Paris. It is a quiet, upscale neighborhood.

Benkay $$$
Located atop the Novotel Hotel, this is perhaps the best Japanese restaurant in Paris; its prices are stellar as well. Fresh, fresh sushi and lots more to tempt you, as well as great views of the Seine.
Hotel Novotel Tour Eiffel
61 Quai de Grenenne
Metro: Bir Hakim
Tel: 01 40 58 21 26

La Dinée $$ GV
Chef Christolphe Chabanal offers his wonderfully creative style of cooking at this little restaurant. It will have you coming back despite that it is a bit off the beaten path.
85 rue LeBlanc
Tel: 01 45 54 20 49
Metro: Balard
Open: Mon to Fri noon to 2:30 and 7:30pm to 10:30pm

Le Copreaux $ GV
A charming little restaurant offering freshly made food and desserts. Nicely priced prix-fixe menus. 100% No-smoking.
15, Rue Copreaux
Metro: Volontaires
Open: Tue-Sat noon-2pm and 8-10:45pm, Closed Sun, Mon
Tel: 01 43 06 83 35

Morot-Gaudry $$$$
If you’d like a view of the Eiffel tower while you dine on fine food, you should try this lovely restaurant. You will enjoy unique dishes prepared by chef Morot-Gaudry with his excellent instinct of what to pair with what. Savor his flights of fancy and you’ll have a memorable meal.
8 rue de la Cavalerie
Tel: 01 45 67 06 85
Metro: la Motte Picquet
Open: Mon-Sat noon-2: 30 pm and 7:30-10:30pm

Erawan $$ GV
Offering some of the best Thai cuisine in Paris, Erawan is an elegant little restaurant with two small dining rooms. Whether you want your food spicy-hot or a little toned down, you will be able to find something unforgettable here. A specialty worth trying is the shrimp steamed in banana leaves.
76 rue de la Federation
Metro: la Motte-Piquet, Grenelle
Tel: 01 47 83 55 67
Open: Mon-Sat noon-3pm and 7-10: 30pm Closed: Sun and Aug

16th Arrondissement
The 16th arrondissement, located on the Right Bank hosts the famous Avenue Foch which is the widest street in Paris. This arrondissement hosts a large number of international embassies as well as the wealthy residential districts of Auteuil and Passy.

Jamin $$$
Chef Benoit Guichard, who studied under master chef Joel Rubuchon, creates dishes that are nothing short of perfection. The simple and classic style belies the care of preparation. Don’t expect fanciful fare, but do expect the best.
32 rue de Longchamp
Metro: Trocadero
Tel: 01 45 53 00 07
Open: Mon-Fri 12:30-2 and 7:30-10pm, Closed Sat, Sun and August

Brasserie de la Poste $ GV
Great brasserie food served in a well-decorated and stylish location. Each week the brasserie presents cuisine evocative of a different region of France. Wonderful desserts.
54 rue de Longchamp
Metro: Trocadero
Tel: 33 8 99 78 19 58
Open: Daily noon-3pm and 7pm-midnight

Chez Gerau $$
Chef Gerurd Roniger uses the best market finds each day to create your meal. He also welcomes you as though you were guests in his home. Fresh, fresh food, a warm welcome, a charming dining room, great prices”¦need we say more?
31 rue Vital
Tel: 01 45 20 33 00
Open: Mon-Fri noon-2pm and 7:30-10pm; Sat , Sun noon-2pm
Metro: La Muette

17th Arrondissement
The 17th Arrondissement is not a typical tourist area, but is in close proximity to the 8thArrondissement and therefore close to the Champs Elysees and the grand department stores of that lovely area.

La Braisiere $$$
This charming little restaurant serves wonderful French cuisine in a cozy setting. Chef Jacques Fassat has earned one Michelin star and truly deserves it. Be prepared to be impressed.
54 rue Cardinet
Metro: Malesherbes
Tel: 01 47 63 40 37

Café d’Angel $$
A trendy little bistro decorated with an angel motif??! Oh well, the food is darn good and the prices are reasonable. Try the crème brulee au chocolat for dessert.
16 rue Brey
17th Arr
Metro: Charles de Gaulle-Etoile
Tel/Fax: 01 47 54 03 33
Open: Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm and 7:30-11pm. Closed Sat, Sun and August

Amphycles $$$$
An overnight success, this fine restaurant is the creation of chef Philippe Groult. Some specialties to dream about are: morel mushroom soup and lobster risotto.
78 Ave des Ternes
Tel: 01 40 68 01 01
Open: Mon-Fri noon-2:30 and 7:15-10pm; Sat 7-10:30pm

Le Verre à  Soi
$$-$$$
Wonderful service and wonderful food. Menu changes daily reflecting the seasons. A non-smoking establishment.
11, rue d’Armaillé
Open: Mon-Fri 12 -2 :30pm and 7 :30-10 :30pm, Closed Sat and Sun
Metro: Charles de Gaulle-Etoile
Tel: 33 1 44 09 77 70

Bath’s $$
Bath’s menu specializes in the cooking of central France, the Auvergne. Limousin veal and beef from Salers are always on the menu. He also serves fish and shellfish, including lobster, scallops, monkfish and perch pike. Try the Duck ” Potee ” smoked and roasted with foie-gras. Chef Bath can be sometimes found greeting and chatting with the patrons. He has made his restaurant a place where you can enjoy an excellent meal in a warm atmosphere.
25, rue Bayen
Tel: 33 1 4574 7474
Open: Mon-Fri, Closed Sat and Sun and August.

18th Arrondissement
The eighteenth arrondissement, best known for Montmartre which was the center of the flourishing artist community from around 1907 to 1914. Picasso, Dali, Duchamp, Toulouse-Latrec, and others lived and worked here. The 18th is also the home of a thriving ethnic community in the east and a seedy red-light district along Boulevard de Clichy near Place Pigalle.

Beauvilliers $$$
The romantic décor is just the beginning at this lovely Montmartre restaurant. The food is every bit as good as you hoped it would be. This is the place for that special romantic evening.
52 rue Lamark
Metro: Lamark-Caulaincourt
Tel: 01 42 54 54 42

La Table d’Helene $$
Chef Helene offers a gastronomical French menu prepared with only fresh in-season produce, and farm fresh meats. The reasonably priced wines are from small producers. This is a great place made even better by adhering to a no-smoking policy.
14 rue Duc
Tel: 33 1 46 06 49 68.
Open: Tue-Sat 12:30-2pm and 8-10:30pm
Metro: Jules Joffrin

19th Arrondissement

Pavillon Puebla $$$
Situated in a beautiful building built under Napoleon III, this lovely restaurant also has a wonderful terrace from which to enjoy the Catalan inspired dishes prepared by chef Verges. Try the oyster ravioli with curry and for dessert the signature crème catalane.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
Enter on rue Bozaris
Tel: 01 42 08 92 62
Open: Tue-Sat noon-2pm and 7:30-10pm
Metro: Buttes-Chaumont

20th Arrondissement

Les Allobroges $$ GV
This restaurant is riding on the crest of the new trend of restaurants designed to make you feel that you are dining at home. Casual and elegantly comfortable, Les Allobroges has very good food at very reasonable prices. The French style food is perfect and the home made bread is a great touch.
71 rue des Grandes-Champs
Metro: Maraichers / Nation
Tel: 01 43 73 40 00

Macabane $
This little restaurant offers modern cuisine with a fresh take on classic dishes. A non-smoking establishment.
67 rue des Orteaux
Tel: 33 1 44 64 76 09
Open: Mon- Fri noon- 2:30pm and 7pm to 11pm