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Huitrerie Régis · Saint-Germain-des-Prés • $$$
A tiny oyster bar where every shell comes from personally vetted suppliers. The minimalist white space and bright blue plates put the focus squarely on briny, perfect oysters and daily seafood like sweet prawns and sardines.
Quartier de l'Odéon • 80 €
Traditional Japanese wagashi meets French finesse in elevated dorayaki that puts convenience store versions to shame. Expect fluffy pancake sandwiches with creative fillings like lemon-yuzu cream or pralines, alongside seasonal parfaits and delicate mochi.
FURIA · Popincourt • $$
Fresh-pressed corn tortillas and European natural wines make an unexpectedly perfect pair at this lively taqueria from the Chambre Noire crew. Floor-to-ceiling windows open to the street, and the crowd often spills onto the sidewalk.
11th Arr.
Creative fusion tapas meet serious wine at this convivial spot where dishes like Miso-Roasted Octopus and Duck Tataki are meant for sharing over biodynamic bottles.
Sentier • $$$
Greg Marchand’s Rue du Nil spot is a free-spirited wine bar where the menu shifts with the seasons. Expect small plates, fresh pasta, and a global wine list in a friendly, bustling setting.
Les Halles
A cozy bistro where French technique meets global flavors on shareable plates. Expect inventive combinations like truffled ham, French pani puri, and Mango Pavlova, paired with expertly curated wines by the glass.
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Faubourg du Temple
L’Avant Comptoir de la Mer · Quartier de l'Odéon
Quartier de l'Odéon
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Clignancourt
Paris
$
L'Adada Bar · Paris
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Quartier de l'Odéon
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11th Arr.
3rd Arr.
$$$$
Pigalle
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Clignancourt
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Faubourg Saint-Antoine
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16th Arr.
Popincourt
Paris
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Grenelle
Paris
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Saint-Germain-des-Prés
8th Arr.
Paris
Clignancourt
Faubourg Saint-Antoine
Faubourg Saint-Antoine
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Pigalle
Sentier
$$
14th Arr.
$$
Faubourg Poissonnière
$$$
Paris
Les Oeillets · Faubourg du Temple
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Paris
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Faubourg Saint-Martin
2 €
Sentier
Ralph's Restaurant · Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Red Poppy · 13th Arr.
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Faubourg Saint-Antoine
$$
Montparnasse
2nd Arr.
Paris
République
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9th Arr.
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Quinze-Vingts
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Gros-Caillou
Café du coin · 11th Arr.
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Batignolles
Le Comptoir De Creme · Clignancourt
Quartier de l'Europe
$$
Paris
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Faubourg du Temple
$$$
Paris
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Red House · Faubourg Saint-Antoine
$$
14th Arr.
ANNA · Paris
Les Halles
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IMA CANTINE · Paris
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Start with the exhibition or performance that interests you, then build the afternoon around it. Check the temporary exhibitions at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris, or the performance programme at Palais Garnier. One show and time to talk about it over dinner makes a good plan.
Tell me that when you ask. I’d start with exhibitions, live music, or dance. For theatre, comedy, and talks, check the performance language and whether surtitles are available before booking. An English description doesn’t necessarily mean an English-language show.
Tell me when you’re free, where you’ll be, and what sounds appealing. “Live music near me, somewhere I can sit, under $30” gives me more to work with than “something fun.” You can keep narrowing it down with me.
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