Guidebook for Paris
Food Scene
Le Chateaubriand may be a forerunner of the Parisian neo-bistrot movement, but it’s also traditional, buzzy, egalitarian and brilliant. The daily-changing menu features ingredients chef Inaki Aizpitar
231 locals recommend
Le Châteaubriand
129 Ave ParmentierLe Chateaubriand may be a forerunner of the Parisian neo-bistrot movement, but it’s also traditional, buzzy, egalitarian and brilliant. The daily-changing menu features ingredients chef Inaki Aizpitar
Tien Hiang is not only a great place for vegetarian food in meat-loving Paris, it's fabulous vegan food, period.
67 locals recommend
Tien Hiang
14 Rue BichatTien Hiang is not only a great place for vegetarian food in meat-loving Paris, it's fabulous vegan food, period.
La Chambre aux Oiseaux is a great place to lunch if you happen to be near the 19th arrondissement or Canal Saint-Martin in Paris.
92 locals recommend
La Chambre aux Oiseaux
La Chambre aux Oiseaux is a great place to lunch if you happen to be near the 19th arrondissement or Canal Saint-Martin in Paris.
In a quiet street just minutes from the Canal Saint-Martin, this café is a refuge for the new breed of wireless creative who are flocking to the trendy outskirts of eastern and northern Paris.
32 locals recommend
Café Craft
24 Rue des VinaigriersIn a quiet street just minutes from the Canal Saint-Martin, this café is a refuge for the new breed of wireless creative who are flocking to the trendy outskirts of eastern and northern Paris.
On the ever-bustling Rue Oberkampf, the Café Charbon is an institution that has been attracting nocturnal Parisians for more than a century.
236 locals recommend
Charbon Café
109 Rue OberkampfOn the ever-bustling Rue Oberkampf, the Café Charbon is an institution that has been attracting nocturnal Parisians for more than a century.
Lula Cantine BIO & veggie
216 Rue Saint-MaurVegetarian brunch, tea salon, relaxed atmosphere
HAÏ KAÏ
104 Quai de JemmapesFrench / Japanese restaurant
Shopping
A.P.C. is a French ready-to-wear brand, founded in 1987 by the Tunisian-Jewish born designer Jean Touitou. A.P.C. stands for 'Atelier de Production et de Création'.
63 locals recommend
A.P.C. Temple
112 Rue Vieille du TempleA.P.C. is a French ready-to-wear brand, founded in 1987 by the Tunisian-Jewish born designer Jean Touitou. A.P.C. stands for 'Atelier de Production et de Création'.
Marant's style is easily recognisable in her ethno-babe brocades, blanket-like coats and decorated sweaters. Her Etoile line is a particular favourite among young trendies and artsy Parisiennes.
45 locals recommend
Isabel Marant
16 Rue de CharonneMarant's style is easily recognisable in her ethno-babe brocades, blanket-like coats and decorated sweaters. Her Etoile line is a particular favourite among young trendies and artsy Parisiennes.
Merci
111 Bd BeaumarchaisA stylish bookstore, cafe, boutique and general hangout of awesomeness.
The Broken Arm concept store is full of handpicked clothes, books, music, furniture and shoes, selected and laid out in the best possible taste.
96 locals recommend
The Broken Arm
12 Rue PerréeThe Broken Arm concept store is full of handpicked clothes, books, music, furniture and shoes, selected and laid out in the best possible taste.
Centre Commercial
2 Rue de Marseilleagnès b.
13 Rue de MarseilleAgnes b
Everything Else
Set high up in Belleville and often missed by weekenders keen not to stray too far from the tourist loop, this 19th arrondissement gem is one of the city's most magical spots.
2265 locals recommend
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
1 Rue BotzarisSet high up in Belleville and often missed by weekenders keen not to stray too far from the tourist loop, this 19th arrondissement gem is one of the city's most magical spots.
HAÏ KAÏ
104 Quai de JemmapesFrench / Japanese restaurant
Drinks & Nightlife
Great hidden spot off of the canal- adorable decor and great beer selection.
985 locals recommend
Le Comptoir General
84 Quai de JemmapesGreat hidden spot off of the canal- adorable decor and great beer selection.
Le Comptoir General
84 Quai de JemmapesBar La Sardine
Great, quiet terrasse with lots of creative locals
Ten Belles
10 Rue de la Grange aux BellesOn of the best coffees in Paris
Hôtel du Nord
102 Quai de JemmapesGreat during the day (hidden terrasse) and in the evening
Arts & Culture
This is a terrific specialized art bookstore that has a wide array of books on painting, photography, and a huge section on interior design and gardening/landscaping.
114 locals recommend
Artazart
83 Quai de ValmyThis is a terrific specialized art bookstore that has a wide array of books on painting, photography, and a huge section on interior design and gardening/landscaping.
Essentials
Tête dans les Olives on place St-Marthe (just north of Canal St-Martin) entices foodies with the promise of fruity olive oil fit for the finest of restaurants.
27 locals recommend
La Tete Dans les Olives
14 Rue Sainte-MartheTête dans les Olives on place St-Marthe (just north of Canal St-Martin) entices foodies with the promise of fruity olive oil fit for the finest of restaurants.
Franprix
108 Av. Jean LoliveNATURALIA
180 bis Rue des PyrénéesOrganic (inexpensive) supermarket
Monoprix
70-72 Rue du Faubourg du TempleThe best supermarket around.
Parks & Nature
Canal Saint Martin
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
1 Rue BotzarisJogging, walking, great cafés with a view, picnic...