Paris restaurants

Skip the tourist traps: These MICHELIN Guide Inspector-approved restaurants near Paris’ top landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre, are worth carving out time for during your sightseeing. Here's why.

While sightseeing in the city center, skip the tourist traps and dine in style at one of these 12 top spots, all vetted by our MICHELIN Guide Inspectors.

Famously eclectic and ever shifting between the high and low, the Latin Quarter in Paris is where the city’s intellectual heart beats. But it’s not just students that call the historic university district home — it’s also a long-standing hub for some of the best restaurants, culture and entertainment in town.

From navigating café culture to avoiding long lines at the Louvre, these must-know Paris travel tips will help you experience the City of Light like a seasoned traveler.

Belleville, often hailed as one of Paris' trendiest neighborhoods, actually remains deeply rooted in its heritage. This eclectic pocket of the city blends a rich history, from its days of socialist anarchism, with a vibrant mix of cultures. Its unpolished streets are alive with authentic global flavors, making Belleville a must-visit destination for food-lovers.

Perched high above Paris in the iconic Eiffel Tower, Le Jules Verne’s Two-Star magic blends breathtaking views with exquisite cuisine — an unforgettable experience that captures the city’s romance and culinary excellence in every bite. Our MICHELIN Guide Inspector reveals all from this dreamlike dining adventure.

Discover our complete guide to this year’s MICHELIN-starred restaurants in Paris, unveiled last March. And don’t forget to keep an eye out next spring for the 2026 selection, all tried and tested by our Inspectors. Bon appétit!

Discover the best of the 2025 Paris restaurant scene, including impressive comebacks, big-name chefs in small spaces, unstoppable bistro cuisine, quirky locations, and a whole host of new MICHELIN-Star restaurants.

Over the past two decades, Ochin has left his mark on the wine industry in Paris. He speaks to us about his take on natural wine and where to sip it in the city.

Arnaud Faye, Executive Chef of the Three-MICHELIN-Star Épicure and Head of Kitchens at Le Bristol, is bringing fresh vision to the iconic Parisian palace-hotel.

As Notre-Dame reopens its doors in Paris, the area around the iconic cathedral is set to draw more crowds than ever. While it's often dismissed as an area full of tourist traps, the neighborhood actually boasts one of the highest concentrations of MICHELIN Guide-vetted restaurants, along with its rich history and spectacular hotels.

Once known for its grittiness, Pigalle has transformed into one of Paris’ most sought-after neighborhoods, offering creative dining, stylish stays, and heaps of history. We hear the local take, from chefs to small business owners.

Named World’s Best Pastry Chef 2024, Nina Métayer has become an icon of French pâtisserie. Here, she dishes on the evolving pastry scene, her favorite spots in Paris, and more.

A figure of Parisian style, model and designer Ines de la Fressange shares her love for lunching al fresco in the Luxembourg Gardens, classic bistros and her top shopping spots in the city.

The Italian pastry chef creates a magical "dessert dining" experience, upstairs at the MICHELIN-Starred restaurant Hémicycle.

See Paris in a whole new light this season, with must-see art shows and freshly (re)opened restaurants serving up autumn's finest flavors.

Our Inspectors have just added 37 restaurants to The MICHELIN Guide France, including seven in Paris. Some may even receive a Star come awards time next year.

The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors tell us about their experience at this jewel in the heart of Paris, housed in a sumptuous mansion with a lush garden.