Feeling like spending an evening with friends in a good Parisian restaurant? Then follow the chef, my friends! Here is our top list of perfect restaurants to have dinner at long tables, for less than 20€ per person, please! Impossible, you say? Not at all! Take a look instead, we bet it will make your mouth water.
Chez Gladines - The most popular
If you're looking for an atypical place to eat in the heart of one of the coolest neighborhoods in Paris, look no further. This bistro in the Butte-aux-Cailles offers irresistible dishes from the Southwest region.
What can you find there? Specialties from the Basque Country, such as a Basque-style chicken for 13€, a foie gras omelette for 12€, or a slice of delicious Basque cake for 5€. And you can pair it all with a good glass of wine for 3.50€.
Chez Gladines Odette and Aimé Sushi Villa Paris BMK Brasserie Lola
Les Crocs Sumalee Le Dicœur Le Petit Olivier
L'Echoppe de Paris
Le Jardin d'en face
30, rue des 5 diamants - 13th arrondissement
Every day
From 12pm to 11:45pm
Odette and Aimé - The most traditional
This charming little neighborhood bistro located on rue de Maubeuge is the HQ of all food lovers. Bruno, the owner, welcomes us with open arms in his warm establishment. A typical Parisian brasserie where one feels at home.
What can you find there? Various platters between 14 and 16 euros, the "Odette burger" with homemade fries for 15 euros, tarts for 10 euros and « the best Caesar salad » in Pari.s (according to some) for 12€. During Happy Hour, cocktails start at 5€, and a glass of wine starts at 4€.
46 Rue de Maubeuge - 9th arrondissement of Paris
Open every day
From 7:30 am to 1:30 am
Sushi Villa - The healthiest option
This is the place for all Japanese cuisine fans. Here, you can truly indulge in raw fish, with complete menus for less than €20. And on top of that, the restaurant offers free delivery in four districts of Paris.
What can you find here ? Yakitori menus for less than €15, giant sushi platters for €18... all accompanied by a salad and miso soup.
216, rue du Faubourg-Saint-Antoine - 12e
Paris BMK - The Most Family-Friendly
Inaugurated at the end of July, this colorful grocery-canteen sends us straight to Africa, all without leaving the streets of Paris. The cuisine is family-oriented, just like the whole team; mom is in the kitchen while the youngest welcomes passersby.
What can you find here? A beef Mafé for 13€, a vegetarian Yassa served with Attiéké for only 10€, and homemade pastries starting at 5€. The cool thing is that all the traditional dishes have their vegetarian equivalent.
14, rue de la Fidélité - 10th arrondissement of Paris
Open from Tuesday to Saturday
12pm-10pm
Brasserie Lola - The Veggie Gem
This lovely vegan brasserie has everything to offer. Fresh and organic products bursting with vitamins, and dishes as beautiful as they are delicious. Here, the veggie kebab happily coexists with the healthy salad. A great friendly address, inviting you to stay for hours.
What can you find there? For the very foodies, vegetarian croque-monsieur, cheese burger or hot dog with fries or salad starting at €13. For the sweet tooth, a variety of gourmet desserts starting at €5. You can also find a great wine list, starting at €5 per glass.
99, rue du Théâtre - 15th
From Monday to Saturday
From 7am to midnight
Les Crocs - The most gourmet
It's a pizzeria as we like them: generous, traditional and top-notch. Fresh and seasonal ingredients delicately sit on the XXL pizzas. And what can we say about the crust: thin and crispy, just perfect!
What can you find there? Gargantuan pizzas from €9 to €15. We have a preference for the Affumicata at €13, with its smoked scarmozza cheese... absolutely delicious.
14, rue de Cotte - 12th arrondissement of Paris
From Tuesday to Saturday
From 12pm to 11pm
Sumalee - The most exotic
At Sumalee, our taste buds take an express trip to Asia. Head to Thailand, with its colorful dishes and tasty spices. In this cozy family restaurant, let yourself be guided by June, the passionate chef.
What can you find there ? From Medmamuang chicken stir-fried pads for €10, spicy soups for €6 as starters, and fresh fruit desserts starting from €4. All pads are available for takeaway.
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8, rue Rochambeau, 9th arrondissement
Monday to Saturday
From 12pm to 10pm
Le Dicœur - The Classiest
In this exquisite black and gold decor, right in the heart of the 9th arrondissement, traditional Chinese cuisine is elevated to perfection. It's chic but not stuffy, with an intimate setting that's perfect for a great time with friends. Why not visit after a show at the Folies Bergères theater?
What can you find there? Large sharing appetizers, such as marinated eggplants or preserved mushrooms starting at 8€. Soups and vegetable and meat fondues starting at 12€, and a selection of affordable wines (starting at 4€ per glass). We love the rice balls filled with sesame paste and covered in crispy black sesame seeds.
45, rue du Faubourg-Poissonnière - 9e
Tous les jours
De 12h à 2h
Le Petit Olivier - Le plus convivial
Une formule à 10€ plat du jour + dessert maison, qui dit mieux ? Niché dans le très chic quartier du 6e, Le Petit Olivier offre une cuisine inventive bien fagotée, le tout servi sur fond de musique jazz.
On y trouve quoi ? Un beau merlu sur son lit de riz accompagné de sa sauce bouillabaisse, une flanqué de pommes de terre aux petits légumes. Côté sucré : mousse au chocolat, crumble aux fruits rouges, île flottante... tout ça pour 10€. Et si vous avez encore faim, vous pouvez opter pour le menu entrée, plat, dessert à 15€. Quand on vous dit que c'est donné !
82 Cherche-Midi Street, 6th - Paris
Every day
From 12:00 PM to 10:30 PM
L'Echoppe de Paris - The Most Festive
We all know the burger addresses by heart, no need to mention them. So, we invite you to try a neighborhood burger joint that is intimate and original, a hidden gem where you can sit down without waiting too long, all for a small price. Welcome to the warm and delicious Echoppe de Paris !
What can you find here ? Burger with mafé, salmon, or vegetarian options served with homemade fries and salad, ranging from €13 to €16 + glass of wine starting from €3.
16, rue Léon-Frot – 11th
154, rue Lamarck - 18th
Every day
12pm - 11pm
Bouillon Chartier - The Institution
It's a timeless place, located in the 9th arrondissement. At the back of a small courtyard, the place captivates with its preserved beauty since 1896. Here, traditional French cuisine is showcased. Affordable prices are the pride of the establishment, but they do not compromise on the quality of the products.
What can you find there? Vegetable soups for 1 euro in winter, duck confit with new potatoes for 13 euros, and desserts that do not exceed...Not for the 4€! Of course, we want to go back!
29, rue des Trois-Frères - 18e
From 8pm to midnight
