Yes, in Paris, you can enjoy the sea without breaking the bank! Between a hidden oyster bar, a breezy flea market, and a terrace by the Seine, oysters can be savored in all sorts of ways.
1. Extérieur Quai, oysters at €1 on Wednesday evenings
Every Wednesday, this hidden bistro behind Gare de l’Est transforms into a seafood counter. Starting at 7 PM, oysters are available for just €1 each until they run out, of course. Grab a glass of white wine, hang out with friends, and soak in the “end of market at the port” vibe… you'll forget you’re in Paris for an hour or two. It’s the perfect mid-week seafood deal!
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Address: 5 Rue d'Alsace, 75010 Paris, France
2. La Trincante, oyster bar & flea market
A place where you can both treat yourself to a dozen oysters and leave with an Art Deco mirror? Welcome to La Trincante, tucked away on Rue Eugène Sue. This iodized bar-flea market offers generous platters starting at €25, all in a retro atmosphere, surrounded by vintage furniture and glasses of white wine. It’s a bit Montmartre, a bit seaside, and completely a great deal. Oyster + shellfish platter, around €25.
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Address: 23 Rue Eugène Sue, 75018 Paris, France
3. Bulot Bulot, the Cabane des Martyrs
Here, everything is in the name: bulots, oysters, and a lot of flavor. This seaside counter in the 18th offers a dozen for just 19 €, served with a nice cold Muscadet and the friendly smile of the staff. The place, part chic cabin and part salty canteen, attracts lovers of authenticity. No need to go to Cancale for some good iodized delights.
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Address: 83 R. des Martyrs, 75018 Paris, France
4. Pleine Mer, Cancale without leaving the canal
This little oyster bar in the 10th district brings its shellfish straight from Cancale. Fresh, meaty, and full of character, the oysters are enjoyed at the counter in a cozy Breton bistro atmosphere. The prices remain friendly for the quality served, and the welcome is as salty as it is warm.
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Address: 22 Rue de Chabrol, 75010 Paris, France
5. Poget-De Witte, the gem of Île Saint-Louis
If you enjoy calm atmospheres and terraces with a view of the Seine, head over to Poget-De Witte. This artisanal oyster bar serves ultra-fresh oysters starting at around €9 for 6 pieces, which you can enjoy on-site or take away. A special mention goes to their tiny terrace, perfect for sunset with a glass of Chablis.
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5 rue Jean-du-Bellay - 4th
Around 9–12 € for 6 pieces
6. L'Îlot, the urban cabin
A classic for seafood lovers. At L'Îlot, you can enjoy oysters, shrimp, and whelks at friendly prices in a cozy urban cabin vibe. A dozen for about 20 €, carefully selected white wines, and a cheerful crowd. It’s the spot that brings the scent of the sea… and the Marais.
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Address: 4 Rue de la Corderie, 75003 Paris, France
7. Juste, nothing but seafood
At Juste, simplicity is key: fresh products, short supply chains, and fair prices. This producer-restaurant in the 9th district boasts oysters at friend prices in a white and blue decor reminiscent of a fishing cabin. At lunchtime, the seafood set menu won’t exceed 20 €, and you can even leave with a crate under your arm.
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Address: 48 Rue Laffitte, 75009 Paris, France
8. Bar à Iode, the iodized retreat of Saint-Germain
A marine bar in the heart of the 5th, with a light wood ambiance, a drawing of an octopus on the wall, and wine shop prices on the bottles. Oysters are shared around 20 € per dozen, and the service is as cool as the neighborhood. A perfect spot to ponder the world over a seafood platter without breaking the bank.
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Address: 34 Bd Saint-Germain, 75005 Paris, France
9. Citrons & Huîtres, the zesty spot in the 9th
Nestled on Boulevard Marguerite-de-Rochechouart, Citrons & Huîtres has already won over the neighborhood. Charming seafood counter with a sunny decor and ultra-fine oysters between €2 and €2.50 each. You come for the iodine, you stay for the lemon, the white wine, and the playlist that smells like the sea.
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Address: 57 Blvd Marguerite de Rochechouart, 75009 Paris, France
10. Perlouse, the iodized gem of Pigalle
Behind its cocktail bar vibes, Perlouse hides a true talent for oysters. In its corner of Pigalle, this spot mixes soft ambiance and cool-priced seafood platters: 18–20 € per dozen, with glasses of Chablis to complement. Perfect for a refreshing aperitif that often turns into a long evening.
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Address: 49 Rue de Douai, 75009 Paris, France
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