Author: paris-bistro

It is a large, well-known café at the Carrefour de l’Odéon that is impossible to miss. Its name, Les Éditeurs, alludes to the strong presence of the publishing world in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood; indeed, this cozy, stylish spot has long attracted writers, journalists, and publishers.The result is an elegant brasserie bursting with red—seen in the armchairs and banquettes—featuring upstairs lounges with movable partitions, Murano chandeliers on the ground floor, a central staircase, and, above all, thousands of real books lining the walls. From July 15 to August 23, the famous café of Saint-Germain, Les Editeurs proposes our take on the…

On the rue du Commerce, you have to look up in order to see the sign for the Café du Commerce. Its entrance is not very large but if you push the door and walk to the end of the corridor, a surprise full of light awaits you. The Café du Commerce is a spectacular brasserie with its patio and two levels of galleries. This famous brasserie not far from the Eiffel Tower has existed for over 100 years. It has kept its decor from the 20s and 30s. Despite being a hundred years old, the place is brimming with…

Between Saint-Lazare station and the Champs Elysées, L’Abordage is a beautiful café with several advantages. In fine weather, its vast terrace allows you to enjoy the view of the monumental Saint-Augustin church and a wooded park without the hassle of traffic. Inside, L’Abordage has the charm of the real cafés that have made Paris famous. Ball lights, red benches, a pewter counter and advertisements taken from pre-war magazines, the decoration and furniture project you into the world of the 1930s. The atmosphere is that of a real Parisian bistro because this aptly named Abordage breathes life. You can have lunch…

If you want to enjoy a fabulous Aveyronnais meal, visit L’Auberge Aveyronnaise. It is located in the east of Paris, in the Bercy area. This is where, up until the 1960s, Parisian wine merchants used to gather. Today, this neighborhood is the center of the Federation of the Aveyronnais of Paris omnipresents in Parisian bistros and cafés for the past 150 years. The organization’s headquarters are here, and at the foot of their building you’ll find a welcoming spot: L’Auberge Aveyronnaise. Here, you will appreciate the warm hospitality of the team. L’Auberge Aveyronnaise is one of the best places to…

Repellent to English-speaking people, calf’s head remains one of the most political and divisive dishes in French cuisine.It is also a symbol of popular, bistro-style cooking in a France that prides itself on its many calf’s‑head brotherhoods.However, a recent book by historian Pierre Michon should encourage people to tone down French chauvinism on the subject.For it was probably England that gave calf’s head its most powerful political symbolism… Nearly a century and a half before King Louis XVI was guillotined in 1793, English Republicans had already made it a festive regicidal dish at a banquet held every 30 January to…

After a 13-year break, the city of Paris has revived the famous Waiters’ Race — a legendary celebration of café culture once known as the Course des Garçons de Cafés. On September 21, 2025, 180 waitresses and waiters from Parisian cafés took part in this spirited event, cheered on by enthusiastic crowds. The winner covered the 3 km route through Le Marais and along the Seine in 18 minutes and 29 seconds — without spilling a drop. Each participant carried a tray with a cup of coffee, a glass of water, and a croissant. Running was strictly forbidden; only walking…

Just steps away from Place de l’Etoile and the most beautiful avenue in the world ” les Champs Elysées”, Chez André, in the heart of what’s known as the “Golden Triangle”, is where business, luxury, fashion and the press all meet. It was opened in 1936 and has kept the same feel it had back then. The zinc bar and the bistro tables bring to mind the 1930s. As far as the menu goes, the dishes we know so well have been updated to yield a high-class yet traditional and refined cuisine. Some exemples : Traditional-style calf’s kidney cassolette, Chef’s Bouillabaisse, Coq…

The place positively brims with life and the goodness of the produce of French soil, run by a team of engaging men and women. It brims with life, and yet it has never changed course, as immutable as the decor, which dates back to the Belle Epoque, or the menu with its timeless classics. Sébillon is an institution around Porte Maillot. Some of the gourmets here have been loyal to the house for over 50 years. One such is Gérard, a businessman who has been coming here since 1947. “When people talk to me about Sébillon, I think of General…

A lively, joyful, and popular bistro serving inventive and flavorful cuisine, playing boldly with contrasting textures while honoring Parisian bistro classics. And all at very reasonable prices. Think places like this no longer exist in Paris? You’d be mistaken. Head to Caboulot at the foot of Montmartre—you won’t be disappointed. Caboulot—the word designated a disreputable cabaret in the dialect of eastern France—opened in December 2024. In the first room, a large bar awaits, perfect for leaning on and sipping French wines at friendly prices during aperitif hour, before finding a spot on a banquette for your meal. Given the place’s…

“How can you govern a country where there are 246 varieties of cheese?” General de Gaulle once mused about France. To truly understand this country, one would need to explore its cheeses—soft or hard, with aromas ranging from mild to strong—each representing a unique terroir and history. In fact, France is said to have nearly a thousand types of cheese. Despite the dominance of large dairy corporations, uniformity has not yet taken over the world of French cheese. Thousands of farms and small dairies continue to produce raw milk cheeses from goats, cows, or sheep. These are sold by local…