The 50 best restaurants in Paris

From sumptuous Michelin-starred suppers to fresh falafel on the go, our favourite places to eat in the French capital

Brasseries
Classic bistros
Modern bistros
Parisian chic
Quick bites

Brasseries

Bustling venues with white linen, printed menus and uniformed staff
Classic bistros

Small, homely hangouts for locals, the menu of a classic bistro is robust, warming and reassuring
Modern bistros

These contemporary spins on the classic Parisian eatery keep their ideas fresh and their menus fresher
Parisian chic

A spectacular view, exceptional interior design or simply the merit of being the place to see and be seen this year
Quick bites

There's no contradiction these days between fast food and gourmet dining – not even in Paris

Looking for the best 50 restaurants that represent Paris's dining scene in 2013, Time Out's critics have searched our anonymous, independent reviews and selected everything from sterling classic bistros that have been serving the same dishes for a hundred years to cheap and cheerful fast food joints run by hip young Parisians. These 50 outstanding venues don't just offer fantastic food, atmosphere and service; they reflect the tradition, invention and international scope that are all part of dining out in Paris.

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Brasseries
Big, bustling venues that are often open late, brasseries often serve seafood and regional specialities like Alsatian choucroute.
Classic bistros
Small, homely hangouts for locals, the menu of a classic bistro is robust, warming and reassuring – the same selection of earthy classic dishes is served year round.
Modern bistros
These contemporary spins on the classic Parisian eatery keep their ideas fresh and their menus fresher, often updating every day, week, or season.
Parisian chic
A spectacular view, exceptional interior design, or simply the merit of being the place to see and be seen this year.
Quick bites
Enjoy a salty dash of seafood, a celebrity chef’s twist on tapas or a giant bite of a meltingly good burger.
Regional cuisine
Potato and cheese aligot from the Auvergne or the many-layered pleasures of a Breton crêpe are enough to make any gourmet swoon.
Wine bars
The food is outstanding, sure, but so is the wine. Head to one of our favourite restaurants with superb wine lists ready to match your meal with the booze.
International

World-class sushi chefs, hotly competitive falafel joints, European and South American cuisine and more have all made their way into our top 50.
Map
We've plotted all 50 restaurants onto an interactive map, so you'll never be lost in pursuit of a good meal.
Slideshow
To whet your appetite, scroll through images from all 50 of our best restaurants in Paris for 2013.