Breakfast
If the place you stay at has a kitchen go to the Rue Cler market for gathering fresh food for making your own scrumptious breakfasts. Or go before 11 a.m. to buy a croissant at a local bakery (locals won't eat them after 11 a.m. because they aren't fresh anymore), here is a list of the best croissants in Paris. And a list of the best crepes in Paris.
Lunch
Le Reminet
Best value lunch in Paris is at Le Reminet in the 5th Arrondissement of Paris.
La Rôtisserie du Beaujolais
Known for roasted meats along the Seine river. Address: 19, quai de la Tournelle, (Metro: Sully Morland or Cardinale Lemoine). Open every day, including Sundays. Tel: +01 43 54 17 47.
Le Rubis
Authentic Parisian wine bar offers sandwiches counter style and of course wine. Address: 10, rue du Marché Saint-Honoré, (Metro: Tuilleries). Open from noon to 10:30 p.m., closed Saturday evening and Sunday. Tel: +33 01 42 61 03 34.
Le Grenier à Pain
Won the 2010 prize for the best baguette in Paris.
Or scour this list for the best baguettes in Paris.
Or find more Paris wine bars.
Dinner
Les Ombres
Offers spectacular views of the Eiffel Tower. The restaurant as of 2010 was in need of some updates, but the food was still great, just watch out for bees when dining outside. During busier seasons be sure to make a reservation in advance. Address: Musée du quai branly 27 quai branly 75007, Paris. Metro : Iéna (line 9), Alma-Marceau (line 9), Pont de l’Alma (RER C), Bir Hakeim (line 6). Reservations: +33 1 47 53 68 00. Open: 12 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Lunch; 3 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Tea Room; 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. dinner (11 p.m. Friday and Saturday).
Les Papilles
A homey restaurant near the Jardin du Luxembourg that serves seasonal food with everyone receiving the same starter, main course, cheese and dessert for 31 Euros; a bottle of wine is 7 Euros. Address: 30, rue Gay-Lussac, in the 5th Arrondissement; +01 43 25 20 79. Open for lunch Tues–Sat. Closed Sun–Mon.
A La Petit Chaise
This is the oldest restaurant in Paris known for its fine classics. Address: 36, rue de Grenelle, Tel: +01 42 22 13 35, (Metro: Bac or Sèvres-Bablyon). Open every day, including Sundays.
West Country Girl
Popular place for lunch or dinner it's known for well-made crêpes. Address: 6, passage St.-Ambroise, 75011. (Metro: St Maur) Tel: +01 47 00 72 54. Open for lunch and dinner Wed–Sat. Tues: lunch only. Closed Sun–Mon.
Snacks
Berthillon
Be prepared to wait in line at this popular ice cream shop on the island of L'Ile Saint-Louis in Paris.
Cupcakes and Co.
Scrumptious looking cupcakes made with organic, natural ingredients. Address: 25, rue de la Forge Royale, 11eme. Tel: +01 43 67 16 19.
Little Miss Cupcake
Gorgeous art-like cupcakes (pictured above). The delicious, American-style cupcakes are sold to the Paris market on a custom-order basis via the Internet only. The owner, Cat Beurnier, also offers a cupcake stand at Printemps Nation throughout the month of September.
This list of Paris bakeries gives you more ideas for your sweet tooth.
Bon appétit!
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2 Love Notes:
As I happen to be in Paris now, and the weather finally warmed up, I had a picnic with friends last night at La Villette (and saw My Own Private Idaho on the big screen for free). On my way over I bought a few if the best baguette from Grenier a Pain on rue des Abbesses. It isvery yummy, but I also suggest going to Coquelicot on rue des Abbesses and getting the Reine or the Picola, and to the Levain D'Antan on rue des Abbesses at the top of rue Houdon for the Pain au Levain (my very favorite ever, with salted butter) or the baguette D'Antan. Both of these bakeries, in my opinion, are equally as delicious (and have the advantage of shorter lines!). I live right around the corner, when in Paris, and am spoiled by the amazing bread that surrounds me! Bon appetit. -Erica
Hi Erica! Thanks for your comment on the yummy places to get a baquette!
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