We will be in Paris in May and would like recommendations for both lunch and dinner. We are looking for a really nice atmosphere and options for the vegetarians in our group. Mid range as to cost with at least one splurge. We want to taste great Parisian fare, whatever that means. We have not spent much time in Paris before, so just looking for ideas of what others have enjoyed.
Thanks.
Posted by
Land of La
9364 posts
Helpful resources for restaurants:
https://www.eater.com/paris
https://www.cntraveler.com/gallery/best-restaurants-in-paris
Posted by
Florida (previously California)
4089 posts
Le Tagine in the 11th arrondissement serves great Moroccan food which I happen to think is very Parisian and has vegetarian options. Le Saint Sebastian, also in the 11th is another option. Septime, also in the 11th is another option. I will try to go over some trip notes and come back with some places that are not in the 11th. I stay near Place de la Bastille when in Paris and these three places are top of mind. My go to for mixed groups (vegetarians and meat eaters) used to be Maceo in the 1st but I have not been there in a few years.
Posted by
NorthCarolina
1132 posts
Le Souffle
amazing souffles (savory and sweet desserts), soups, salads.
We could eat there nightly.
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212 posts
Le Couple Chou on the left bank
Posted by
California
167 posts
Didon on Rue Dragon in the 6th, also a fantastic wine cellar for wine by the glass.
Posted by
Bend, Oregon
2604 posts
If you want something authentically Parisian, try Bistro des Augustins. Tiny little place. Specializes in gratins. In the summer you can sit outside, across from the Seine, with a view of Notre Dame. Make reservations, if possible.
For old time Paris atmosphere, check out Le Zimmer.
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Florida (previously California)
4089 posts
Hebe restaurant in the 5th is French/Mediterranean and is very vegetarian friendly. They serve meat dishes but always seem to have at least one vegan and one vegetarian starter and main course. The food is excellent and expensive.