Top 10 Paris Traveler
Top 10 Restaurants in Paris
10. Kraft Hot Dogs
For those of you homesick for your taste of ‘Murica, this Top Ten Paris hot dog stand will remind you of everything you love about your freedom. Slap that freedom cheese on your freedom dog and nestle it in your freedom bun, doused with freedom fried onions and pastrami. It’s okay to be confused that your all-time favorite hot dog was just made in France (at least it’s not China right?!), but consider it our thank you for the Statue of Liberty. Open daily 12 PM - midnight.
9. Bateau le Calife
A serene and gently rocking dinner under the stars in the world’s most romantic city? You’d be in-Seine to miss it! Embark on this Top 10 Paris dinner cruise and enjoy market-fresh gourmet meals while viewing the Louvre, Invalides, Grand Palais, Pont Neuf bridge, and many more iconic sites. Open daily 8:15-11:30 PM; the ship opens at 7:45 PM and docks at 11 PM. Top 10 Tip: after 8:30 PM tickets are re-allocated so be on time!
8. Sacree Fleur
Sacred is right if you worship in the house of beef. This traditional Top 10 Paris restaurant specializes in the freshest produce, delectable desserts, and finest steaks, served with blue cheese, shallot, and pepper sauces. Pair your delicacies with some world-class local wine, and if you don’t finish you can take the bottle with you when you go! Reservations highly recommended. Open Mon-Fri 11:45 AM - 2 PM, and Mon-Sat 7 PM - 10 PM; closed on Sundays.
7. Candelaria
Of course it’s strange to venture halfway across the world for superior tacos and tequila, but you’ll be glad you did. After entering an unmarked door, ogle the open-air kitchen before opening the Narnia-door of cocktail bars to a dimly lit and dinky lounge that serves fantastic cocktails. Top 10 Paris Tip: This place is tiny-home tiny, so arrive early or make reservations! Open 12 PM - 11 PM Sun-Wed, Thu-Sat 12 PM - 12 AM.
6. Holybelly
If you’re struggling to adapt to croissants and espresso for breakfast and homesick for Denny’s Grand Slam smorgasbord, 1) you’re gross and 2) you’re not alone. This Top 10 Paris cafe is a hip, elegant, and perfectly crafted rendition of a hearty breakfast: fig and caramelized hazelnut pancakes, savory bacon and fresh eggs, and local and mug-sized coffee (while waiting in line!) are just a few menu items you might find. Don’t get too attached though, the menu changes monthly! Open Mon, Thu-Fri 9 AM - 5 PM, Sat-Sun 10 AM - 5 PM.
5. Le Clos Y
The austere interior decorations belie the intricate and lively delicacies served inside. Stark walls, live-edge wood bar, and a private quiet room direct all sensory attention to the delectable 4-6 course meal. This Top Ten Paris restaurant specializes in French-Japanese gastronomy so prepare to be delighted by fresh sashimi, carrots tempura, tender quail, and divine desserts. Open Tue-Sat 12 - 2 PM and 7:30 - 10 PM, Sun 7:30 - 10 PM. Closed Mondays.
4. Antoine
After all those hours on a transatlantic flight, surely you’re salivating for seafood! Whole-roasted lobster, fish soup, scallops, oysters — you name it, Chef Sombardier has perfected it. Top off with a chocolate-inspired dessert and you won’t be sure whether it’s your plate or the Eiffel Tower view that’s sparkling more. Fixed-price lunch available! Open Tue-Sat 12:15 - 2 PM and 7:30 - 10 PM.
3. Le Cinq
Flanked by wrought iron gates, shaded in tones of gold and gray, and sitting opposite a spectacular courtyard, this luxurious Top 10 Paris dining experience will let you temporarily feel that you’re more important than you are. A 3-Michelin star chef for over a decade, Chef Le Squer is nothing short of a haute cuisine designer whose reputation is only exceeded by his waitstaff’s service. Open daily 7 AM - 2:30 PM and 7 - 10:30 PM.
2. Les Climats
This authentic, award-winning French restaurant lands a top spot on our Top 10 Paris restaurants list, and it’s a doozy. Boasting its first Michelin star, 10,000+ specialty bottles of wine, and a leisurely 6-course meal served by exceptional waitstaff, this is the place you want everyone to know about but no one to find. Make reservations and prepare to dine around 3 hours. Open Tue-Sat 12 - 2:30 PM and 7 - 10 PM.
1. Epicure
Vive la gourmet! Acclaimed with three Michelin stars, Chef Eric Frechon is world renowned for his gastrono-mastery! Black truffle and duck foie gras-stuffed macaroni, blue lobster, pigeon and ravioli, and seasonal cheeses will please your carnivorous or herbivorous palates. An encore with a Peruvian chocolate lemongrass sorbet or sugar-blown cherries garnished with pistachio cream is the final preparation for a Rip Van Winkle type of food coma. Open daily 7 - 10:30 AM, 12 - 2 PM, and 7 - 10 PM.