Top 5 Best and Yet Affordable Restaurants in Paris

Many restaurants in Paris claim to be among the bestand it is called La Plage Parisienne, or 'Parisian Beach'.
restaurants in France, and this may be right whenIn fact, it is a restaurant and it should not be confused
considering their Michelin Star or Gault & Millau awards.with 'Paris Plage', a famous Parisian summer event. La
But not everybody can afford these top FrenchPlage Parisienne is a really nice restaurant located
restaurants. Here we want to focus on Parisianclose to the Mirabeau Bridge, boasting enviable views
restaurants that everyone can consider without faintingover the statue of Liberty. This airy and bright
when looking at the bill. Although affordable, theserestaurant offers a lovely terrace with parasols. Here
Parisian tables do stand above the crowd thanks toyou will enjoy a Mediterranean cuisine from South of
their excellent cuisine, good atmosphere and service,France, Italy and Spain, while looking at boats passing
nice decor or exceptional location.by under the Mirabeau Bridge. The ideal place for a
As far as location is concerned, 58 Tour Eiffel may bebusiness lunch or a romantic evening in Paris.
the best one of this list considering its prestigiousWhen considering the very best restaurants in Paris at
address on the first level of Paris' oldest lady (asreasonable price, you should look at fine dining tables
Parisians used to name it): the Eiffel Tower. Lead bysuch as Lasserre and Agape restaurants. These two
famous Chef Alain Ducasse, 58 Tour Eiffel offers fineare listed here because both of them offer an
French cuisine high above Paris in an easy-goingexceptional cuisine (Michelin 1 and 2-star restaurants)
atmosphere. At night, the restaurant offers a tastyand yet remain 'nearly' affordable. 2-star restaurant
traditional French cuisine in a more brasserie-likeLasserre is located on the Champs Elysees Avenue.
atmosphere with a soft musical background. In aHere is served an exceptional French cuisine in a
certain way, diners can get here the best of thewonderful decor, Belle Epoque style dining room,
worlds in Paris: fine cuisine and a unique view of Parisstunning Touchagues paintings, and perfect service. As
from the Eiffel Tower.for Agape in the 17th arrondissement of Paris, it is a
In the 4th arrondissement of Paris, Chez Julien is adiscreet and soberly decorated restaurant which gives
charming restaurant next to Notre-Dame cathedralgreat attention to its decoration. Designer table ware
and Paris townhall (Mairie de Paris). This listed building(Andree Putman) and light (Philippe Starck), pristine
evokes the old style of the early 1900s. The menuwhite table cloths, comfortable arm chairs, nothing has
features great French classics (scallops, calledbeen missed out. Guillaume Bracaval, the young and
'coquilles St. Jacques' in French, with their basilic sauce),talented chef uses his technique and taste to produce
and a large choice of meat and fish dishes. If you'redelicious traditional French dishes with a modern twist.
looking for a romantic restaurant to dine out in Paris,And yet, prices remain reasonable.
with a friendly and attentive service, this is the place.Reservation strongly recommended in all of these
As surprising as it may sound, there is a beach in Paris,good Paris restaurants. Bon appetit!