Where to eat near the Eiffel Tower? 10 restaurants to try out

Paris is overflowing with gourmet addresses, and the Eiffel Tower district is no exception. Whether you're a tourist looking for a typically Parisian culinary experience, or a Parisian curious about new flavors, there are a multitude of restaurants where you can savor exceptional dishes. To guide gourmets, Gault&Millau has selected ten not-to-be-missed establishments in the vicinity of one of the capital's most emblematic monuments. Gastronomic cuisine, modern bistros or confidential nuggets, here are the tables to try on your next stroll near the Iron Lady.

Pertinence - 3 toques

just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, Pertinence is a discreet address that holds many surprises in store for lovers of refined gastronomy. Behind the stoves, the duo Ryunosuke Naito and Kwen Liew offer inventive cuisine, a blend of Japanese and Malaysian influences, in a refined setting with immaculate tablecloths. There is no à la carte menu here: the experience is lived through four tasting menus, two for lunch and two for dinner, where each dish is discovered as it is served. For a first immersion without too many risks, the three-course lunch menu at €80 is an excellent option, allowing you to appreciate the high-precision work of the chefs without blindly embarking on a more ambitious meal. A table not to be missed for an elegant and surprising gastronomic interlude close to the Iron Lady.

• Where to eat? Pertinence, 29 rue de l'Exposition, 75007 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of Pertinence

Don Juan II - 4 toques

aboard the Don Juan II, moored not far from the Eiffel Tower, gastronomy takes to the high seas under the leadership of Frédéric Anton. In the cramped kitchen of this exceptional yacht, he achieves a veritable tour de force: sublimating exceptional products with unrivalled technical mastery. His emblematic tourteau-caviar, reinvented with ever greater precision, is a perfect illustration. But every dish served during this two-hour gastronomic cruise on the Seine rivals in elegance and finesse. In the dining room, impeccable service and a hushed ambience add to the experience, making this crossing as much a pleasure for the taste buds as for the eyes. An unforgettable culinary stopover for those who want to admire Paris in a different way, between refinement and wonder.

• Where? 5 port Debilly, 75016 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of Don Juan II

Cléo - 2 toques

In a hushed, intimate setting, Cléo, nestled in a discreet hotel just a few minutes from the Eiffel Tower, seduces as much by its warm welcome as by its refined cuisine. Here, attentive service makes all the difference, making the experience as pleasurable as it is gourmet. The €47 lunch menu is a fine example of the restaurant's savoir-faire, with elegant, well-executed dishes. A promising address where you come for the cuisine, but return above all for the experience, imbued with kindness and refinement.

• Where to go? Le Narcisse Blanc Hôtel & Spa, 19 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of Cléo

La Bauhinia - 1 toque

Nestled in the heart of the Shangri-La Paris, just minutes from the Eiffel Tower, La Bauhinia offers a gastronomic experience where French cuisine and Asian influences meet with elegance. In a sumptuous setting, between a majestic glass roof and a hushed ambience, the menu features seafood sublimated by delicate seasonings. For a more affordable lunch, the no-choice menu at around €100 lets you sample the savoir-faire of the house without adding too much to the bill.

• Where to eat Shangri-La Paris, 8 avenue d'Iéna, 75116 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of La Bauhinia

L'Oiseau Blanc - 3 toques

Perched atop the Peninsula, just minutes from the Eiffel Tower, L'Oiseau Blanc offers a culinary experience to match its exceptional panorama. From the glass roof on the sixth floor, the view of Paris and the Iron Lady illuminated at night creates an exceptional setting for savoring David Bizet's refined cuisine. Faithful to an elegant classicism, the restaurant combines top-flight French cuisine with creative touches, with plates where the precision of flavors rivals the beauty of presentation. Anne Coruble's signature sweets, such as her surprising fig confit with gherkin, add a daring final touch to this gastronomic flight.

• Where to eat The Peninsula, 19 avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of L'Oiseau Blanc

Manko - 1 toque

Located on the prestigious Avenue Montaigne, just a few minutes from the Eiffel Tower, Manko invites you to a gourmet immersion in the heart of nikkei cuisine, a subtle fusion of Peruvian and Japanese traditions. In an elegant, hushed setting, you'll be tempted by a farandole of ceviches and tiraditos, but also by more daring dishes such as Peruvian-style marinated chicken or fillet of beef sautéed in a wok with soy sauce. The experience wouldn't be complete without a signature cocktail, from the classic pisco sour to the surprising Nikkei Bellini, while a fine selection of world wines extends this culinary journey.

• Where? 15 avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of Manko

L'Ami Jean - 2 toques

L'Ami Jean has been cultivating the spirit of characterful bistros for nearly 25 years, under the impetus of passionate chef Stéphane Jego. Here, there's no superfluity: what's important is the plate and the atmosphere, where conviviality reigns supreme. The menu celebrates generous, local cuisine, with dishes that get straight to the point: these include razor clams and mousserons, stuffed eggplants, pan-roasted pork chop, grilled cockerel with oregano, not forgetting the now-famous rice pudding. All accompanied by a fine selection of wines, with cutting-edge references.

• Where? 27 rue Malar, 75008 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of L'Ami Jean

Au Bon Accueil - 1 toque

Located on a street popular with tourists, Au Bon Accueil plays the traditional Parisian bistro card to the full, with its small, tightly-packed tables, walls lined with photos of the City of Light and cosmopolitan atmosphere. Here, the cuisine oscillates between French classics and brasserie dishes, without seeking to surprise, but guaranteeing a pleasant experience at reasonable prices. The menu-card at €39 for lunch and €45 for dinner offers well-executed dishes. The typically Parisian setting and its proximity to the Eiffel Tower make it a popular stop-off for a gourmet break after a stroll around the neighborhood.

• Where? 14 rue de Monttessuy, 75007 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of Au Bon Accueil

Le Violon d'Ingres - 2 toques

Le Violon d'Ingres perpetuates the art of refined bourgeois cuisine, just a few minutes from the Eiffel Tower, in a hushed setting where regulars and travelers in search of a great Parisian table meet. Here, time seems to stand still, giving way to precise, meticulous service, where each dish is appreciated as a celebration of classic savoir-faire. While the €170 tasting menu offers a panorama of the house's must-haves, and the €65 lunch menu is a great way to start, the real pleasure lies in the à la carte selection, where you can compose your own exceptional moment. With a generous cellar and discreetly elegant service, Le Violon d'Ingres is a must for those who love classic, impeccable gastronomy.

• Where? 135 rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of Le Violon d'Ingres

Sancerre Rive Gauche - 1 toque

In a warm, typically Parisian setting, Sancerre celebrates gourmet terroir cuisine, where authentic flavors take center stage. just a few minutes from the Eiffel Tower, the restaurant's warm welcome and generous plates are just as appealing. While the €35 lunch menu attracts the curious, it's the à la carte menu that offers the best of both worlds. An ideal address for lovers of sincere, generous French cuisine, just a stone's throw from some of Paris's most beautiful monuments.

• Where? 22 avenue Rapp, 75007 Paris
• See Gault&Millau's review of Sancerre Rive Gauche