Nevertheless She Travelled

Obviously, if you’re in Paris, your main concern is where you can get the best crêpes, cheese, macarons, baguettes, croque-madames and of course wine. Well, I’m here to tell you exactly that (or rather my vegetarian, Italian-food loving version of that). Here are the best places I went to during my various attempts to eat and drink my way through Paris.

Eat

Fauchon: This place is the SPOT if you want delicious macarons or pastries. I personally had hazelnut, chocolate, and pistachio macarons but all the flavors are amazing. 30 Place de la Madeleine, 8th Arrondissement

Il Sorrentino: This restaurant perhaps has the best view of the Eiffel Tower of any restaurant in Paris. It is a little more expensive but definitely worth the splurge in my opinion. They have amazing wine, cheese wheel pasta, and bruschetta! 4 Rue de Monttessuy, 7th Arrondissement

L’As du Fallafel: This is hands down the best falafel you will ever eat in your life. The shop is located in the heart of the Marais and there’s usually a pretty long line, however it moves pretty fast, and someone will take your order as soon as you get there. 32-34 Rue des Rosiers, 4th Arrondissement

Pink Mamma: Make a reservation in advance! This is one of the most iconic Italian restaurants in Paris. Get the truffle pasta and the burrata, you won’t regret it. 9th Arrondissement

East Mamma: Part of the Pink Mamma restaurant group, this is another great choice for authentic Italian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Also recommend reserving in advance! 11th Arrondissement

BigLove: 100% vegetarian Italian food in the coziest trattoria. 3rd Arrondissment

Le 17.45 Paris Pigalle: You can choose your own meats and cheeses to create your own charcuterie board. 9th Arrondissement

Rue Mouffetard: This is a very lively street with plenty of restaurants, cafés, and of course crêperies. I’ll list a few of my fav places along this street. 5th Arrondissement

-La Crete: A really good Greek restaurant (try the spanakopita and Greek salad!) 85 Rue Mouffetard

-Paraidis: AMAZING crêpes!! 64 Rue Mouffetard

-Les Baux de Paris: Delicious tapas and great wine! 71 Rue Mouffetard

Scotta!: This pizza place is close to the Bastille monument and has the cutest backyard patio area with lots of greenery. They have some of the best pizza I had in Paris and also delicious wine. 11 Rue de Cotte, 12th Arrondissement

Brasserie 2eme Art: If you’re looking for a vegan brasserie, this is the place to go. Located super close to Centre Pompidou, this restaurant has cute outdoor seating and a wide variety of yummy vegan options. 49 Rue Montmartre, 2nd Arrondissement

La Crêperie: This is a sit-down creperie that has both savory and sweet options. It’s located right near the Pantheon and has a nice half indoor/outdoor seating with cooling misters for a hot day! 12 Rue Soufflot, 5th Arrondissement

Villa Saint Jacques: This is a cute Italian restaurant that was right around the corner from the FIAP, where I was living. It’s very simple and cheap with good pizza, wine, and tiramisu! 1 boulevard Saint-Jacques, 13th Arrondissement

Caffe Vito: Located in the gay area of Paris in the heart of the Marais, this Italian restaurant is a great spot for good pizza and wine. It’s usually packed with cute European men, but I was able to snag a table pretty quickly the two times I went. 12 Rue des Archives, 4th Arrondissement

Drink

Le Bimbo: Right near Sacre Coeur, this is the perfect spot for a large platter of cheese, truffle fries, and a bottle of wine. This was the perfect post-marathon spot to sit for hours. 18th Arrondissement

Café TournBride Bistro: Head over to Rue Mouffetard for a classic Parisian vibe with sidewalk tables and authentic French fare. 5th Arrondissement

Café Oz Denfert: Café Oz is an Aussie bar where I watched the World Cup and in which I ended many of my nights out. They have delicious frosé as well as Aussie beer on tap. 3 Place Denfert-Rochereau, 13th Arrondissement

Le Perchoir Marais: This is a trendy rooftop bar above the BHV in the Marais. There’s usually a pretty long line to get in, so I suggest getting there a little before it opens at 9 pm. They have fun drinks and a great view of Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower. 37 Rue de la Verrerie, 4th Arrondissement

Brasserie des Prés: great spot for a glass of wine at an outdoor table 6th Arrondissement

Lavomatic: What appears to be a regular laundromat from the outside is actually a speakeasy. One of the washing machines leads upstairs to a super cool bar. Definitely recommend going here! 30 rue René Boulanger, 10th Arrondissement