5 culinary hotspots in the Marais district of Paris that you should know about

Paris is synonymous with beautiful buildings, museums, romantic evening strolls along the Seine, and of course, endless culinary delights. The French capital has so much to offer, especially if you dare to venture off the beaten track. That's why we're taking you today to Le Marais (in the 3rd and 4th arrondissements), a neighborhood brimming with history, art, and irresistible restaurants. We'll share our tips for five food hotspots that will surprise even the most seasoned Parisians, as we were guided by four insiders (Manu Payet, Caroline de Maigret, Ghilwerm de Cerval, and Zazie Tavitian); the authors of the brand-new book “Across Paris”.

 | HOW TO GET THERE: Travel to Paris; you do that by train, of course. From Amsterdam, Eurostar You'll be right in the heart of the city in 3 hours and 20 minutes (and from Rotterdam in just 2 hours and 45 minutes). With up to eleven direct trains a day, it's a fast, sustainable, and comfortable start to your culinary adventure in Paris. Tickets from €35 per one-way trip >>

| WHERE TO STAY: Look no further for a great hotel in Le Marais. Check in at: Hotel Jules & Jim, Hotel Sookie, Hotel Bastille Speria of Saintonge House.

Discover Le Marais in Paris: 5 unmissable restaurants FROM “ACROSS PARIS”

THE WINE OF THE PYRENEES

This charming old bistro serves the very best croque-monsieur in town: a classic with a luxurious twist, topped with Gouda truffle cheese. The golden combination of butter, toasted bread, cream sauce, and oozing cheese makes it a must-try. Also highly recommended is the steak tartare with homemade fries.
25 rue Beautreillis, 75004 Paris

MIZNON

Prepare for the best pita in Paris at Miznon. The routine is simple: order, dip your pita in a trio of sauces (tahini, tomato, and green chili), and enjoy. The pita filled with spiced fish and roasted cauliflower is especially worth a try.
22 rue des Ecouffes, 75004 Paris

BOFINGER

At Bofinger, it's all about sauerkraut – or sauerkraut. They have six versions on the menu, including two with seafood, but their signature dish, the Bofinger (sauerkraut, sausages, bacon, pork loin, and potatoes, topped with crémant d'alsace) is a firm favorite.
5-7 rue de la Bastille, 75004 Paris

GRAND BRASSERIE

This restaurant pays tribute to nouvelle cuisine and Michelin-starred chef Pierre Troisgros, who launched this culinary movement in 1967. At this impeccable, modern Grande Brasserie, you'll find the classic "Saumon à l'oseille": Isigny salmon with sorrel and steamed potatoes. Served like a pastel-colored work of art, this dish has a delicate flavor you won't want to miss. Finish your meal here with delicious baba au rhum and profiteroles (cream puffs).
6 rue de la Bastille, 75004 Paris

MINH CHAU

This cozy spot is an ode to nostalgia, with the star of the menu being "nems": crispy mini spring rolls from Vietnamese cuisine. Sold individually, the spring rolls are exceptionally large and long, the filling is just right, and they're crispy on the outside and extra soft on the inside. What else to order? The black pepper pork dish, recommended by food journalist Léo Bourdin.
10 rue de la Verrerie, 75004 Paris

DISCOVER EVEN MORE hidden gems and hotspots in Paris?

In “Across Paris” You'll find hundreds of Parisian hotspots. This anything-but-standard travel guide, written by four well-known Parisians, offers a humorous, practical, and diverse look at their city's food culture. The book guides you to their favorite spots, organized around their favorite dishes—the dishes they'd walk across Paris for, rain or shine. Discover lesser-known spots and let the flavors and stories of this magical city guide you. Bon appétit!

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