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The Best Affordable Restaurants in Paris
Explore the culinary side of Paris on a budget, from kebab to ham and cheese baguettes.
Paris, widely regarded as one of the world's culinary capitals, doesn't always come cheap. But fear not, since there is plenty to discover, even if you're on a budget. In this guide, we reveal the best cheap eats in Paris – places that offer exceptional quality without burning a hole in your wallet.
We highlight gems like Urfa Durum, serving kebab made from hand-rolled dough and grilled on a wood burning charcoal grill, Bouillon Pigalle, serving French comfort food, and many more. As with all World of Mouth listings, all places are picked based on recommendations from experts like food journalist Déborah Pham and food writer Wendy Lyn. So if you're looking for great affordable restaurants in Paris, you've come to the right place.
Urfa Durum is a longstanding Kurdish sandwich shop known for its Dürüm kebab made with hand-rolled dough and cooked on a wood-burning charcoal grill. They offer a simple menu of various Dürüm options, including ground beef, free-range chicken, lamb, lamb's liver, and a vegetarian choice. The Lahmacun, a delightful mix of lamb mince, tomato, parsley, and onion, is a must-try item that customers often rave about.
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Filling, affordable and oh-so-satisfying.Slinging some of the best lahmacun your Euro can buy, this tiny Kurdish sandwich shop on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis in the 10th arrondissement has been open for over 15 years. From the hand-rolled dough to the wood burning charcoal grill, everything is cooked to order and assembled right in front of you. The charred savour and crisp-come-soft chew of the homemade bread is something to write home about.The straightforward menu offers a handful of dürüm, including ground beef, free range chicken, lamb and lamb's liver, as well as a vegetarian option. Take your pick, you can't go far wrong whichever path you choose. However, leave without a lahmacun in hand at your own peril: lamb mince and spice and everything nice - AKA tomato, parsley and onion.A must-visit when in Paris!
Bouillon Pigalle is a large, always bustling restaurant known for its affordable, traditional French comfort food. Located near famous landmarks like the Moulin Rouge and Sacré Coeur, it offers a modern take on 19th-century Parisian dining, with a menu that features classic dishes from various regions of France. With 300 seats, including 100 on the balcony, this restaurant serves a wide array of dishes from noon to midnight, appealing to a diverse clientele of locals and tourists alike.
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Extremly CHEAP restaurant in Pigalle. Classical french comfort food. It’s a huge location and it’s always full!
"L'As du Fallafel" is known for its reputedly best falafel in Europe. Despite its increasing popularity among tourists, it's still considered a must-visit spot. The restaurant continues to maintain its charm and quality, making every visit worthwhile.
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Ravioli Nord Est is a restaurant known for its affordable and delicious dumplings. They offer a variety of fillings and you can choose between grilled or steamed versions. The service is fast, straightforward, and friendly.
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Song Heng is a modest Vietnamese restaurant known for its limited yet authentic menu. Specializing in Pho Bo and Bo Bun, the eatery provides an atmosphere reminiscent of Saigon. It's an ideal spot for a meal before a leisurely stroll.
Recommended by
this is a small Vietnamese joint in the 3rd—they only have two things on the menu: pho bo and bo bun. It feels like you’re in Saigon, and is perfect fuel for a pre-Pompidou stroll
Pho Tai is a Vietnamese restaurant, renowned for its fresh and appetizing food. It's particularly popular for dishes like bánh cuon, crispy chicken, nems, and riz cantonnais, often drawing crowds who don't mind waiting for a table. While the dining experience is quick, it sets the perfect tone for a post-meal stroll.
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Fresh Vietnamese food in the 13th district.I love going to Pho Tai with at least four people so we can order everything. It's a Vietnamese restaurant that has very good and fresh food. Try at least the bánh cuon, poulet croustillant (crispy chicken), nems and riz cantonnais!There are always people waiting outside to get a table. It's a place where you don't really stay long, you eat and then go for a walk.
Casa Di Peppe is an Italian restaurant known for its mastery in pizza making. The restaurant offers a range of contemporary pizzas and antipasti, with a particular emphasis on their Margherita pizza, praised for its soft, light dough and balanced tomato sauce and cheese. They also provide various services including takeaway, continuous service, and outdoor seating, ensuring a comfortable and convenient dining experience.
Recommended by
Pizza at its bestI think everybody knows that making a good pizza require skills. Peppe got this hands down. I love how he kept simple. Here you come for pizza. Margherita at its best. Soft light dough with balanced tomato sauce and cheese
Buvette Paris is a cozy bistro offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making it a suitable spot for any meal or just a glass of wine. It is located near Pigalle and Montmartre, but situated on a quiet street, providing a respite from the usual tourist crowds. The bistro is part of a global chain with branches in New York, London, Tokyo, and Mexico City, and is known for its friendly service and soulful environment.
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Cosy bistro away from the crowdsIn spite of having restaurants in six cities all over the world, Buvette makes you feel like a local. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Buvette is a perfect spot to drop by for a snack, a meal or just a glass of wine. The Paris branch is located close to Pigalle and Montmartre but on a quiet street away from the hoards of tourists. Nice and friendly service in a soulful environment.
Sanukiya is a Japanese quick-service restaurant, renowned for its udon noodles and tempura dishes. The Hiyashi tempura udon, a popular choice among patrons, boasts big shrimp and vegetables in tempura, topped with a savory umami sauce. Another crowd favorite is the Kakuni, a dish featuring slowly cooked pork belly served with a hard-boiled egg in sauce and a side of mustard.
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Japanese quick-service restaurant serving udon noodles and tempura.Sanukiya, in the 2nd district near Opéra, is a really cool place, I love it. Their specialty is udon, the big tick noodles. I usually go with the Hiyashi tempura udon, which has vegetables and big shrimp in tempura and you pour a very umami sauce on top of it. Another favorite is the kakuni, a pork belly that's slowly cooked and they serve it with hard boiled egg in a sauce with a little bit of mustard on the side.
Candelaria is an authentic taqueria providing a distinctive experience with its hidden cocktail bar accessible through a discreet door. The establishment offers an array of Mexican dishes including chilaquiles, carnitas, flautas, quesadillas, and tacos, complemented by quality tequila, mezcal shots, and frozen margaritas. Open seven days a week, it's an internationally recognized venue known for its late-night agave spirits bar and friendly staff, who are skilled in advising on agave-based spirits and house creations.
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Two concepts rolled into a World's 50 Best: a Mexican taqueria joint and late night agave spirits barQuixotic Groups knows how to create a VIBE. Candelaria is open seven days a week, and consistently a best bar winner on international lists since opening 11 years ago. With two different concepts in one space, regulars know exactly where they are headed. It is either the tiny taqueria (seen behind by the neon pink “TACOS” sign in the window) for its authentic chilaquiles, carnitas, flautas, quesadilles, and tacos with quality tequila & mezcal shots, cervezas, frozen margaritas etc.(brunch on weekends too) OR late night for the dimly-lit craft cocktail bar reached via a door in the back of the taqueria. Friendly staff advise on agave-based spirits and house creations like “La Guepe Verte” - chili-infused tequila, cucumber, cilantro and lime. Fabulous guac and chips can be eaten in the cocktail bar. Quixotic is the same team behind Le Mary Celeste and Bar Marilou in New Orleans with new projects coming soon. Taqueria Mon-Thurs 5pm-11.30pm / Fri-Sun 12pm-11.30pm. Bar daily 6pm-2am.
Le Mary Celeste is a neighborhood hotspot known for its small plates, oysters, craft cocktails, and natural wines. The venue is particularly popular for its late-night offerings, with locals and visitors alike flocking to enjoy the natural wine bar, raw oysters, and daily-changing fresh seasonal sharing plates. The restaurant's light and breezy maritime decor, floor-to-ceiling windows, and round central bar create a welcoming atmosphere, while the promise of late-night cocktails keeps the place buzzing after the kitchen closes.
Recommended by
Wildly popular venue from Candelaria team: all weekend, late night craft cocktails, natural wine bar & raw oystersThis late night raw bar is the cool neighborhood hangout wildly popular with locals & visitors – complete with killer playlists, craft cocktails, natural wine, and fresh seasonal sharing plates that change daily. Le Mary Celeste in the Marais continues to be a must visit especially in summer on the terrace and for the wild oysters in winter. Don't miss the fried chicken Fridays. With its corner location, light & breezy maritime decor that features whitewashed brick, round central bar and floor to ceiling windows that open onto the street, it has become a local gathering spot especially on weekends. During lunch and dinner its a calm place to hang out and in the evening after the kitchen closes it takes on a slightly more raucous vibe with revellers coming in for cocktails knowing that it is open late night. Open every day and all day Saturday & Sunday.
Avant Comptoir de la Terre is a relaxed, fun spot where patrons can enjoy a light bite, a drink, or a full meal along a beautiful bar. The establishment offers a range of small plates, 80% of which are made with produce from the land, including options like duck foie gras skewers with piquillo peppers and oxtail croquettes with red wine and horseradish. The wine selection is vast, with thousands of bottles kept at the perfect serving temperature in large refrigerated glass cabinets, and customers have the possibility of tasting the wine before buying it.
Recommended by
Basque bar with parisian flair.This bar is the wine bar of the famous le Comptoir, which is also great. It is divided into two, de la terre and de la mer. I like to start at la mer and end at la terre, for a nice lunch with a pretty good and affordable selection of wines. (Prices are on the bottles, so I advise to just choose a cool one, there is no real wine list or anything as far as I know). So be sure to check it out, both of them, I just was not able to select de la mer.
Le Grand Bain is a popular bistro, situated near the vibrant Canal Saint Martin. The restaurant offers a buzzing atmosphere with a menu full of delicious food, as noted by diners. Open from Wednesday to Sunday, between 7pm to 11:30pm, Le Grand Bain also offers a second service starting at 9:30 pm without the need for reservations.
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Perfect neighbourhood bistro in a cool part of Paris (right next to Canal Saint Martin) always buzzing and delicious food...
Chez Aline is a go-to spot for sandwich lovers, known for its outstanding baguettes filled with delicious ingredients. Their popular dish is the Poulet en Pot au Feu Mayo Salade, a delightful combination of poached chicken, carrots, celery, lettuce, and high-quality mayo. Many customers love this sandwich, making it a must-try item on their menu.
Recommended by
In today’s episode of When Average Photos Happen to the World’s Great Sandwiches: the poulet en pot au feu mayo salade at Chezaline. Poached chicken, carrots, celery, lettuce, really good mayo, outstanding baguette. Is this the best sandwich in France? I don’t know, but I can tell you that it’s really fucking tasty.
Urfa Durum is a longstanding Kurdish sandwich shop known for its Dürüm kebab made with hand-rolled dough and cooked on a wood-burning charcoal grill. They offer a simple menu of various Dürüm options, including ground beef, free-range chicken, lamb, lamb's liver, and a vegetarian choice. The Lahmacun, a delightful mix of lamb mince, tomato, parsley, and onion, is a must-try item that customers often rave about.
Recommended by
Filling, affordable and oh-so-satisfying.Slinging some of the best lahmacun your Euro can buy, this tiny Kurdish sandwich shop on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis in the 10th arrondissement has been open for over 15 years. From the hand-rolled dough to the wood burning charcoal grill, everything is cooked to order and assembled right in front of you. The charred savour and crisp-come-soft chew of the homemade bread is something to write home about.The straightforward menu offers a handful of dürüm, including ground beef, free range chicken, lamb and lamb's liver, as well as a vegetarian option. Take your pick, you can't go far wrong whichever path you choose. However, leave without a lahmacun in hand at your own peril: lamb mince and spice and everything nice - AKA tomato, parsley and onion.A must-visit when in Paris!
Bouillon Pigalle is a large, always bustling restaurant known for its affordable, traditional French comfort food. Located near famous landmarks like the Moulin Rouge and Sacré Coeur, it offers a modern take on 19th-century Parisian dining, with a menu that features classic dishes from various regions of France. With 300 seats, including 100 on the balcony, this restaurant serves a wide array of dishes from noon to midnight, appealing to a diverse clientele of locals and tourists alike.
Recommended by
Extremly CHEAP restaurant in Pigalle. Classical french comfort food. It’s a huge location and it’s always full!
"L'As du Fallafel" is known for its reputedly best falafel in Europe. Despite its increasing popularity among tourists, it's still considered a must-visit spot. The restaurant continues to maintain its charm and quality, making every visit worthwhile.
Recommended by
Ravioli Nord Est is a restaurant known for its affordable and delicious dumplings. They offer a variety of fillings and you can choose between grilled or steamed versions. The service is fast, straightforward, and friendly.
Recommended by
Song Heng is a modest Vietnamese restaurant known for its limited yet authentic menu. Specializing in Pho Bo and Bo Bun, the eatery provides an atmosphere reminiscent of Saigon. It's an ideal spot for a meal before a leisurely stroll.
Recommended by
this is a small Vietnamese joint in the 3rd—they only have two things on the menu: pho bo and bo bun. It feels like you’re in Saigon, and is perfect fuel for a pre-Pompidou stroll
Pho Tai is a Vietnamese restaurant, renowned for its fresh and appetizing food. It's particularly popular for dishes like bánh cuon, crispy chicken, nems, and riz cantonnais, often drawing crowds who don't mind waiting for a table. While the dining experience is quick, it sets the perfect tone for a post-meal stroll.
Recommended by
Fresh Vietnamese food in the 13th district.I love going to Pho Tai with at least four people so we can order everything. It's a Vietnamese restaurant that has very good and fresh food. Try at least the bánh cuon, poulet croustillant (crispy chicken), nems and riz cantonnais!There are always people waiting outside to get a table. It's a place where you don't really stay long, you eat and then go for a walk.
Casa Di Peppe is an Italian restaurant known for its mastery in pizza making. The restaurant offers a range of contemporary pizzas and antipasti, with a particular emphasis on their Margherita pizza, praised for its soft, light dough and balanced tomato sauce and cheese. They also provide various services including takeaway, continuous service, and outdoor seating, ensuring a comfortable and convenient dining experience.
Recommended by
Pizza at its bestI think everybody knows that making a good pizza require skills. Peppe got this hands down. I love how he kept simple. Here you come for pizza. Margherita at its best. Soft light dough with balanced tomato sauce and cheese
Buvette Paris is a cozy bistro offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making it a suitable spot for any meal or just a glass of wine. It is located near Pigalle and Montmartre, but situated on a quiet street, providing a respite from the usual tourist crowds. The bistro is part of a global chain with branches in New York, London, Tokyo, and Mexico City, and is known for its friendly service and soulful environment.
Recommended by
Cosy bistro away from the crowdsIn spite of having restaurants in six cities all over the world, Buvette makes you feel like a local. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Buvette is a perfect spot to drop by for a snack, a meal or just a glass of wine. The Paris branch is located close to Pigalle and Montmartre but on a quiet street away from the hoards of tourists. Nice and friendly service in a soulful environment.
Sanukiya is a Japanese quick-service restaurant, renowned for its udon noodles and tempura dishes. The Hiyashi tempura udon, a popular choice among patrons, boasts big shrimp and vegetables in tempura, topped with a savory umami sauce. Another crowd favorite is the Kakuni, a dish featuring slowly cooked pork belly served with a hard-boiled egg in sauce and a side of mustard.
Recommended by
Japanese quick-service restaurant serving udon noodles and tempura.Sanukiya, in the 2nd district near Opéra, is a really cool place, I love it. Their specialty is udon, the big tick noodles. I usually go with the Hiyashi tempura udon, which has vegetables and big shrimp in tempura and you pour a very umami sauce on top of it. Another favorite is the kakuni, a pork belly that's slowly cooked and they serve it with hard boiled egg in a sauce with a little bit of mustard on the side.
Candelaria is an authentic taqueria providing a distinctive experience with its hidden cocktail bar accessible through a discreet door. The establishment offers an array of Mexican dishes including chilaquiles, carnitas, flautas, quesadillas, and tacos, complemented by quality tequila, mezcal shots, and frozen margaritas. Open seven days a week, it's an internationally recognized venue known for its late-night agave spirits bar and friendly staff, who are skilled in advising on agave-based spirits and house creations.
Recommended by
Two concepts rolled into a World's 50 Best: a Mexican taqueria joint and late night agave spirits barQuixotic Groups knows how to create a VIBE. Candelaria is open seven days a week, and consistently a best bar winner on international lists since opening 11 years ago. With two different concepts in one space, regulars know exactly where they are headed. It is either the tiny taqueria (seen behind by the neon pink “TACOS” sign in the window) for its authentic chilaquiles, carnitas, flautas, quesadilles, and tacos with quality tequila & mezcal shots, cervezas, frozen margaritas etc.(brunch on weekends too) OR late night for the dimly-lit craft cocktail bar reached via a door in the back of the taqueria. Friendly staff advise on agave-based spirits and house creations like “La Guepe Verte” - chili-infused tequila, cucumber, cilantro and lime. Fabulous guac and chips can be eaten in the cocktail bar. Quixotic is the same team behind Le Mary Celeste and Bar Marilou in New Orleans with new projects coming soon. Taqueria Mon-Thurs 5pm-11.30pm / Fri-Sun 12pm-11.30pm. Bar daily 6pm-2am.
Le Mary Celeste is a neighborhood hotspot known for its small plates, oysters, craft cocktails, and natural wines. The venue is particularly popular for its late-night offerings, with locals and visitors alike flocking to enjoy the natural wine bar, raw oysters, and daily-changing fresh seasonal sharing plates. The restaurant's light and breezy maritime decor, floor-to-ceiling windows, and round central bar create a welcoming atmosphere, while the promise of late-night cocktails keeps the place buzzing after the kitchen closes.
Recommended by
Wildly popular venue from Candelaria team: all weekend, late night craft cocktails, natural wine bar & raw oystersThis late night raw bar is the cool neighborhood hangout wildly popular with locals & visitors – complete with killer playlists, craft cocktails, natural wine, and fresh seasonal sharing plates that change daily. Le Mary Celeste in the Marais continues to be a must visit especially in summer on the terrace and for the wild oysters in winter. Don't miss the fried chicken Fridays. With its corner location, light & breezy maritime decor that features whitewashed brick, round central bar and floor to ceiling windows that open onto the street, it has become a local gathering spot especially on weekends. During lunch and dinner its a calm place to hang out and in the evening after the kitchen closes it takes on a slightly more raucous vibe with revellers coming in for cocktails knowing that it is open late night. Open every day and all day Saturday & Sunday.
Avant Comptoir de la Terre is a relaxed, fun spot where patrons can enjoy a light bite, a drink, or a full meal along a beautiful bar. The establishment offers a range of small plates, 80% of which are made with produce from the land, including options like duck foie gras skewers with piquillo peppers and oxtail croquettes with red wine and horseradish. The wine selection is vast, with thousands of bottles kept at the perfect serving temperature in large refrigerated glass cabinets, and customers have the possibility of tasting the wine before buying it.
Recommended by
Basque bar with parisian flair.This bar is the wine bar of the famous le Comptoir, which is also great. It is divided into two, de la terre and de la mer. I like to start at la mer and end at la terre, for a nice lunch with a pretty good and affordable selection of wines. (Prices are on the bottles, so I advise to just choose a cool one, there is no real wine list or anything as far as I know). So be sure to check it out, both of them, I just was not able to select de la mer.
Le Grand Bain is a popular bistro, situated near the vibrant Canal Saint Martin. The restaurant offers a buzzing atmosphere with a menu full of delicious food, as noted by diners. Open from Wednesday to Sunday, between 7pm to 11:30pm, Le Grand Bain also offers a second service starting at 9:30 pm without the need for reservations.
Recommended by
Perfect neighbourhood bistro in a cool part of Paris (right next to Canal Saint Martin) always buzzing and delicious food...
Chez Aline is a go-to spot for sandwich lovers, known for its outstanding baguettes filled with delicious ingredients. Their popular dish is the Poulet en Pot au Feu Mayo Salade, a delightful combination of poached chicken, carrots, celery, lettuce, and high-quality mayo. Many customers love this sandwich, making it a must-try item on their menu.
Recommended by
In today’s episode of When Average Photos Happen to the World’s Great Sandwiches: the poulet en pot au feu mayo salade at Chezaline. Poached chicken, carrots, celery, lettuce, really good mayo, outstanding baguette. Is this the best sandwich in France? I don’t know, but I can tell you that it’s really fucking tasty.
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