Not necessarily expensive but nice- authentic. Staying at Hotel Londres Eiffel
Need recommendations for:
Lunch & dinner near Sainte Chapelle & Bohemian quarter for Day 1
Montemarie-Day2
Versailles (or back near hotel)
Not familiar with Paris. Suggestions for any restaurants in Paris are appreciated. 1st time visiting.
I'm never sure what authentic means, but our favorite restaurant - not at all fancy, but good food well served - is Café Le Roussillon, just a few blocks from the Londres Eiffel. It's on the corner of Rue Cler and Grenelle. The staff is always friendly and helpful, patient with my 50+ years ago college French. My husband has enjoyed the boeuf bourguignon and the tuna steak; I've enjoyed the salade aux gesiers de canard and various broiled fish dishes. Wine is affordable, and I have it on good authority that the desserts are delicious.
Breizh Cafe for galettes and crepes. Multiple locations in Paris
Carol B.
Yes to Breizh Cafe. There is one in St. Germain, walking distance from the Cluny.
Thank you for your reponses and suggestions. I have read that all the food served in France is good and to try many different kinds. I will definately put these on my list.
Thank you again.
Try at least one of their bistros. I felt they provided the local experience I was looking for in Paris. Bohemian Quarter? Are you referring to Montmartre? I'd recommend Le Bistrot du Maquis. For newcomers, they even pour wine for you and provide a tour while walking you through their menu.
For nearby Sainte-Chapelle, try Le Petit Pontoise. This bistro gives me a nostalgic feeling of Paris.
There are other French bistros in Paris. You can check them out. https://happinessontheway.com/french-bistros-in-paris
You can also walk around Rue Cler and find several restaurants, cafes, and stalls. What I love about it is seeing locals go about their everyday shopping for fresh ingredients.
Paris is also known for its Michelin-starred restaurants. There are several scattered around the city. What even surprised me is that you can find affordable options for around $50 if you come for their lunch menu instead of dinner.
