Paris is the food capital of the world. This is not an opinion — it is a statement of fact, backed by more Michelin stars, more outstanding bistros, more artisanal bakeries, and more culinary traditions per square kilometre than any other city on earth. But with so many extraordinary options, planning a food-focused trip to Paris can be overwhelming. Where do you eat? What do you book? Which markets do you visit? Which neighbourhoods have the best food scenes?
This four-day luxury culinary itinerary is designed to give you the most extraordinary food experience possible in Paris, balancing Michelin-starred splendour with authentic neighbourhood gastronomy, market visits with wine tastings, and cooking classes with café culture. It is ambitious, delicious, and utterly unforgettable. For more details, check out our guide to best wine bars in Paris. For more details, check out our Paris food guide.
Day 1: The Classics — Saint-Germain and the Left Bank
Morning (9 AM): Start at the Rue du Bac market, a covered food market in the 7th arrondissement where locals shop for fresh produce, cheese, fish, and flowers. Buy some cheese from one of the fromagerie stalls and a fresh baguette from the nearby boulangerie. Walk to the Jardin du Luxembourg and enjoy an impromptu picnic breakfast on one of the iconic green metal chairs. For more, see our guide to where to eat and drink in Paris.
Lunch (12:30 PM): Le Comptoir du Panthéon for a classic French bistro experience. The steak frites, duck confit, and crème brûlée are all excellent. Expect to pay €30–40 per person. For more, see our guide to best croissants in Paris.
Afternoon (3 PM): Take a pastry-making class at La Cuisine Paris, one of the city’s best cooking schools. Their 3-hour croissant and pain au chocolat class (€85 per person) will teach you the techniques behind France’s most iconic breakfast pastries. You eat what you make — and you will make a lot.
Afternoon (2:30 PM): Explore the newly restored La Samaritaine, LVMH’s spectacular luxury department store on the Rue de Rivoli. Even if you are not shopping, the Art Nouveau architecture and the stunning rooftop terrace — with its panoramic views of the Seine, Pont Neuf, and Eiffel Tower — make this a must-visit. Stop at the La Boutique gourmet food hall for artisanal cheese, chocolate, and charcuterie from across France, perfect for assembling a picnic for your next day. If you have time, visit the Girafe restaurant on Level 7 for oysters and champagne with an unforgettable view of the Seine.
Dinner (8 PM): Le Grand Véfour (2 Michelin stars). One of the oldest and most beautiful best restaurants in Paris in Paris, located in the Palais-Royal. The setting — with its painted ceilings, gilded mirrors, and views of the Palais-Royal gardens — is breathtaking, and the modern French cuisine is superb. The tasting menu costs approximately €250 per person, with wine pairing adding another €120. Book at least one month in advance.
Day 2: The New Wave — 11th Arrondissement and Oberkampf
Morning (9:30 AM): Walk along the Rue Charonne and Rue Popincourt, two of the most vibrant food streets in Paris. Stop for coffee and a viennoiserie at Fringe Coffee or Ten Belles, two of the city’s best specialty coffee roasters.
Lunch (1 PM): Septime (1 Michelin star, consistently ranked among the top 10 restaurants in the world by the 50 Best list). Chef Bertrand Grébaut serves inventive, seasonal cuisine in a minimalist dining room. The lunch menu is excellent value at approximately €65 per person. Book well in advance — reservations are released online two weeks ahead and sell out within minutes.
Afternoon (3:30 PM): Wine tasting at Septime La Cave, the natural wine bar owned by the same team as Septime. The wine list is exceptional, the atmosphere is convivial, and the small plates are delicious. Spend an hour or two exploring the natural wine scene that has made the 11th arrondissement the epicentre of Paris’s food revolution.
Dinner (8:30 PM): Le Servan (1 Michelin star), run by two sisters from the Philippines who have created one of the most exciting restaurants in Paris. The cuisine is French with Asian influences, and the atmosphere is warm and lively. Expect to pay €60–80 per person. Alternatively, try Mokonuts, a tiny neighbourhood restaurant with a cult following, for a more intimate and affordable option (€40 per person).
Day 3: Market Day — Le Marais and the Islands
Morning (8 AM): Visit the Marché des Enfants Rouges in the 11th arrondissement, the oldest covered food market in Paris (established in 1615). The market is small but packed with excellent stalls selling everything from Moroccan tagines to Japanese bento boxes to traditional French fare. Grab breakfast at the Alain Miam Miam stall, famous for its extraordinary galettes (savory crepes) made with high-quality ingredients.
Lunch (12:30 PM): L’Escargot Montorgueil in the 2nd arrondissement. This classic bistro has been serving escargots, foie gras, and steak tartare since 1832. The escargots in garlic-herb butter are the best in Paris, and the atmosphere is wonderfully old-fashioned. €40–50 per person.
Afternoon (3 PM): Walk to the Île Saint-Louis and visit Berthillon for the best ice cream in Paris. Then take a food-focused walking tour of Le Marais with Paris by Mouth or Edible Paris, visiting artisanal chocolate shops, cheese shops, and patisseries in the neighbourhood’s hidden streets.
Dinner (8 PM): L’Ambroisie (3 Michelin stars). Located on the Place des Vosges, this is one of the most prestigious restaurants in Paris. Chef Bernard Pacaud has held his three stars for over 30 years, and the cuisine is classic French at its absolute finest — impeccable ingredients, flawless technique, and presentation that borders on art. The tasting menu costs approximately €350 per person. This is a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience and should be booked several months in advance.
Day 4: The Splurge — Champagne, Cheese, and Fine Dining
Morning (10 AM): Private cheese tasting at Fromagerie Laurent Dubois (see our Grand Paris Cheese Trail guide). Spend an hour tasting and learning about France’s finest cheeses with the fromager.
Lunch (1 PM): Lasserre (2 Michelin stars) or Plénitude (3 Michelin stars at the Cheval Blanc hotel). Either option delivers an extraordinary gastronomic experience in a stunning setting. Budget €200–400 per person.
Afternoon (3:30 PM): Champagne tasting at La Maison du Champagne or at the Caves de Augé (the oldest wine shop in Paris, dating from 1850). Learn about the different Champagne houses and regions while tasting some of the finest vintages available.
Dinner (8 PM): End your culinary Paris adventure at Le Jules Verne, the Michelin-starred restaurant inside the Eiffel Tower. The setting — 125 metres above Paris with panoramic views of the illuminated city — is unmatched, and the modern French cuisine is excellent. The tasting menu costs approximately €230 per person. This is the most dramatic restaurant setting in Paris and the perfect conclusion to your foodie journey.
Four days, eight meals, and a lifetime of culinary memories. This is Paris at its most delicious.
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