The Latin Quarter has been shaped by students for centuries. Ever since Robert de Sorbon founded the Sorbonne University in the 13th century, scholars have […]
Where to Eat Out in the Latin Quarter: A Few Recommendations
Restaurants
Where to Eat in Central Paris: A Few Restaurants We Like & Recommend
Paris is split into 20 arrondissements (city districts), and while some, like the 11th or 6th, feel central in the sense that they’ve blossomed into […]
Go Back in Time at These Historic Paris Restaurants
Most of the time, dining out is about the food, with ambience coming a distant second. But in a place like Paris, rich with hundreds […]
The Best Brasseries in Paris (and a Bit of History)
Photo credit: Bofinger via official Facebook page Nothing binds together the rich gastronomic and cultural tapestry of Parisian life like the brasserie. With a history […]
Review: Bouillon Chartier, a Legendary Paris Dining Room
Bouillon Chartier, like many classic Parisian restaurants, has a long pedigree. Renowned for its affordable and traditional French fare served in Art Deco surroundings, it […]
French “Bouillon” Restaurants: History & the Best in Paris
With origins in the 19th century, “bouillon” restaurants are an integral part of French – or more specifically – Parisian, culture. It’s often suggested that […]
In Review: Marcel, Ideal for Weekend Brunch in Paris’ Montmartre
Hidden in a quiet corner of one of the meandering, residential side streets of Montmartre, Restaurant Marcel isn’t easily happened upon by tourists exploring Sacré […]
In Review: Macéo, a Traditional Paris Restaurant With Modern Touches
It’s well-known gastronomic French restaurant culture in Paris is not typically very accommodating to vegetarians. Those who either eschew meat altogether or wish to cut […]
Best Vegetarian (& Vegan) Restaurants in Paris: A Few Picks
As recently as a decade ago, the prospect of finding delicious, let alone decent, vegetarian or vegan restaurants in Paris was truly grim. Aside from […]
Le Grand Colbert Restaurant, an Elegant Throwback to Paris Circa 1900
Located within the eponymous Passage Colbert, one of Paris’ historic covered passageways, Le Grand Colbert is a traditional French brasserie that opened its doors in […]
A Table in Paris: John Donohue’s Guide to the Capital’s Restaurants
John Donohue’s A Table in Paris is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the culinary imagination. A lushly illustrated, hardcover […]
In Paris, Café Terraces Spill Into the Streets In Wake of Health Crisis
The outdoor café is part of what gives Paris its charm and energy. Whether it’s occupied for breakfast and morning coffee, pre-dinner apéritifs with friends, […]
Most Beautiful Restaurants in Paris: Stunning Dining Rooms
Recent trends in the restaurant world have tended to de-emphasize the importance of the dining room from an aesthetic point of view– or at least […]
Inside Le Train Bleu, One of Paris’ Most Beautiful Brasseries
During the heyday of train travel in the late nineteenth to early-twentieth centuries, rail stations in major cities were places where wealthy travelers showed off […]
In Review: Clover Green, for an Elegant but Relaxed Meal in Paris’ Saint-Germain
It can be surprisingly difficult to find a “traditional” French restaurant in the capital that offer reasonable fixed-priced menus and thoughtfully presented, delicious dishes. But this […]
Best Places for Brunch in Paris: Our Picks
It’s not always easy to find a decent brunch in Paris– or anywhere, for that matter. These days, brunch seems to be a bit hit-or-miss […]
Paris’ Little Tokyo: Best Japanese Restaurants & Shops Around Rue Sainte-Anne
While most tourists with a taste for gourmet experiences come to Paris to try French food, a few know that the city harbors its fair […]
La Coupole, a Montparnasse Brasserie Haunted With Artistic History
Referring to the legendary Parisian brasserie on Boulevard de Montparnasse, French historian Georges Viaud once remarked: “If the tables [here] could talk, they would tell […]
In Review: Ti Jos, a Traditional Breton Creperie in Montparnasse
Looking for a good traditional Breton restaurant and creperie in Paris without even a hint of pretention or formality? Ti Jos may be the ticket, […]
Inside Lapérouse, a Romantic Paris Restaurant With History Galore
First opened in 1766 as “La Maison Lapérouse”, this distinguished restaurant and bar situated smack on the banks of the Seine is a favorite spot for […]
