2024 Best Bistros in Paris Area

Classic French Bistros in Paris

In Paris, the bistro is an institution. With a cozy, unpretentious atmosphere and French fare at a modest price, what's not to love?

Find a small table and order up some classic bistro dishes such as steak au poivre and coq au vin at one of GAYOT's Best French Bistros in Paris, presented in alphabetical order.

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Allard
14/20
Thanks to Alain Ducasse, this old-fashioned bistro has regained its former luster. See More
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French, Bistro, Steakhouse
15/20
The ultimate bistro experience with intensely flavorful, garlicky Provençal-inspired cooking. Decaying nineteenth century décor is charming. High prices. See More
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Benoit
14/20
The chef turns out escargots with garlic butter and herbs and good cassoulet at this classic Parisian bistro. See More
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Bistrot Paul Bert
13/20
A quintessential bistro with a colorful clientele and well prepared, reasonably priced cuisine. See More
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Le Chardenoux
13/20
Cyril Lignac presides over this bistro serving creative French fare. See More
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Le Comptoir du Relais
14/20
Yves Camdeborde, formerly of La Régalade, cooks refined Southwestern French country fare at this sophisticated bistro. See More
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Chez Georges
12/20
Near the Stock Exchange, Chez Georges serves sincere portions of heart-warming classic French bistro fare in an authentic bistro ambience. See More
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Aux Lyonnais
14/20
Landmark Paris bistro opened in 1890, relaunched by Alain Ducasse. See More
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