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3 spots where to find oysters for €1 in Paris

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No need to sail off to Brittany to catch that briny sea breeze. In Paris, oyster bars are popping up left and right, and so are the prices… But since we're experts at finding great deals, we've tracked down three spots where you can slurp fresh oysters for just 1 euro! From cozy neighborhood bars in the 10th to local markets, with us, you won't need to break the bank.


The Sea Effect

The great thing about The Sea Effect is that the concept is mobile. No need to trek across Paris for a salty escape: every week, Aymar and Pablo, the dynamic duo behind the project, set up their oyster baskets at a new neighborhood location. What's on the menu? Breton oysters for just 1 euro each, DJ sets that make you want to keep the party going, and a warm vibe where you come as much to nibble as to raise a glass. A winning formula that's been going strong for over a year, letting you discover this shell (sometimes unfairly overlooked) without breaking the bank.

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Bastille Market

For a more laid-back vibe, head to Bastille Market, open every Thursday and Sunday. No DJ booths or fashion show-offs here—just the July Column, passionate vendors, and alleys that smell like vacation. You'll wander from stall to stall, treating your taste buds to affordable treasures ranging from Colombian empanadas to a Lebanese sandwich, before stopping by the oyster stand with wallet-friendly prices. The kind of salty-air stop that reminds you that the best feasts are often the simplest ones.

Bastille Market – 11th arrondissement
Thursdays from 7 am to 1:30 pm
Sundays from 7 am to 2:30 pm


Extérieur Quai

Shellfish lovers already know this spot. Tucked away in the 10th arrondissement, just a stone's throw from Gare de l'Est, Extérieur Quai might not look like much at first glance, but it's a true haven for seafood enthusiasts. For years, the restaurant has been delighting regulars with its fantastic ocean-fresh finds, including special deals where oysters go for just €1 each. This offer comes around regularly and attracts both seasoned foodies and curious newcomers, thrilled to enjoy a quality platter without emptying their wallets.

Exterior Quai
5, Alsace Street – 10th