Montmartre Restaurants Without the Tourist Traps: 37 Picks
Montmartre is where good intentions go to die. You climb the steps to Sacré-Cœur, you're starving, and the first terrace with a free table and a photo menu wins. Around Place du Tertre, the easy meal is rarely a good one.
The trick is to walk downhill. On rue Lepic, around Abbesses and toward Pigalle, the restaurants in Montmartre get better with every street you put between you and the dome. These 37 places in the 18th were cross-checked across Le Fooding, Time Out and Michelin. Staying nearby? The 9th arrondissement starts below Pigalle, the 17th lies to the west, and our cheap eats cover the quick lunch.
A sprawling Belle Époque-inspired brasserie in the heart of Pigalle, serving authentic French classics at remarkably accessible prices since 2017.
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Chef Antoine Westermann's modern bistrot in Montmartre celebrates heritage poultry breeds with accessible pricing and exceptional craftsmanship.
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A charming Montmartre bistrot where André Le Letty, former sous-chef of La Tour d'Argent, crafts exceptional French classics in a convivial retro setting.
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A contemporary bistro in the 18th arrondissement where seasonal French cuisine pairs with an exceptional natural wine selection in a warm, neighborhood atmosphere.
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A neighborhood burger joint in Montmartre serving handcrafted burgers made with traditionally raised French meat, crispy homemade fries, and vegetarian options in a casual, convivial atmosphere.
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A contemporary Greek neo-taverna in Montmartre where sharing mezze and Hellenic flavors creates a convivial Mediterranean escape, recognized by Gault&Millau (12/20) and the Michelin Guide.
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An American-style bakery and diner serving homemade pies, fresh bagels, and Brooklyn-inspired organic fare in the heart of Paris's 18th arrondissement.
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A pioneering eco-responsible café-cantine housed in a former Petite Ceinture railway station, combining urban farming, DIY workshops, and sustainable dining since 2014.
A Michelin-recommended bistronomic gem in Montmartre where brothers Nicolas and Julien Durand craft contemporary French cuisine with natural wines in a warm, intimate setting.
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A confidential Montmartre gem where Chef Sung Mi crafts refined Franco-Korean fusion cuisine, earning a 12/20 Gault&Millau rating for its innovative seasonal menus.
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A charming French bistro on Place du Tertre serving homemade cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients and natural wines in the artistic heart of Montmartre.
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Paris's first authentic Berlin-style kebap shop brings Turkish-German street food excellence to the 18th arrondissement with handmade pide bread and creative monthly specials.
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A pioneering specialty coffee roastery in the 18th arrondissement where Parisian café culture meets artisanal bean-to-cup craftsmanship.
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Chef Léa Lestage's seasonal bistronomic haven in Montmartre, earning 12/20 from Gault&Millau for its inventive French cuisine with unexpected Asian touches.
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Ultra-thin Calabrian pizzas with 36-hour matured dough served in an intimate Montmartre setting where the passionate chef commands the room.
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Chef Elior Benaroche brings the vibrant flavors of Jerusalem's old city to Paris with sharing-style Levantine cuisine in a festive Montmartre setting.
A curated Italian delicatessen in Clignancourt where Nicola Balestra showcases up to 140 seasonal references of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, and specialty products from small Italian producers.
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A minimalist coffee shop in Montmartre serving specialty coffee from Dak Coffee Roasters and Kawa, with innovative pea milk beverages and homemade treats.
An Australian-inspired coffee shop in Montmartre's 18th arrondissement, serving seasonal brunch and virtuous lattes in an industrial-chic setting with Écotable Level 2 certification.
A neighborhood Italian gem in the 18th arrondissement serving artisanal Neapolitan pizzas and handmade fresh pasta with seasonal, local ingredients.
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Brazil's finest bean-to-bar chocolate crafted with complete traceability and fair trade commitment, now in three Parisian locations.
A sprawling four-story brasserie at the foot of Montmartre, serving traditional French cuisine from breakfast to late night, crowned with a rooftop overlooking Sacré-Cœur.
A luminous Montmartre hideaway where Franco-Japanese fusion cuisine celebrates seasonal, plant-forward dishes in a minimalist coffee shop setting.
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A warm Montmartre hideaway serving seasonal French bistrot fare where locals and travelers gather over hearty classics and daily risottos.
A sunny anglophone coffee shop in Goutte d'Or serving creative vegan brunch and homemade kombucha.
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A convivial neighborhood bistro serving authentic French comfort food with over 90 carefully selected wines, just steps from Montmartre.
Twice-crowned champion of Paris's prestigious Grand Prix de la Baguette, this Montmartre bakery crafts exceptional traditional breads with 100% French flour.
An emerging address in Paris's dining scene, Dicha offers a distinctive culinary experience worth discovering.
A neighborhood gem serving authentic Breton specialties with daily-changing starters and exceptional value in the 18th arrondissement.
An American burger haven in Pigalle where patties sizzle on volcanic lava bricks, delivering authentic flavors steps from the Moulin Rouge.
A collaborative fromagerie project by four friends offering exceptional raw milk cheeses, French charcuterie, and gourmet baguette sandwiches in the heart of the 18th arrondissement.
A traditional Lebanese ice cream parlor serving 100% organic artisanal gelato with signature Achta flavors at two iconic Parisian locations.
Master butcher Yann Le Bourdonnec transforms his pocket-sized Montmartre shop into a temple of aged meat, where 60-day matured beef and artisanal charcuterie meet personalized cooking advice.
A refined pastry boutique in the Marais crafting exquisite French-Oriental tarts that celebrate the marriage of pistachios, orange blossom, and Mediterranean flavors.
An artisan fromagerie in the 18th arrondissement where you can watch master cheesemakers craft exceptional tommes and fresh dairy products from 100% local Île-de-France milk.
A family-run fromagerie since 1946, Chez Virginie offers over 150 varieties of artisanal raw milk cheeses from micro-producers, aged to perfection in specialized caves.
A traditional Parisian street market offering fresh produce and local flavors twice weekly in the charming 18th arrondissement.
Where to eat in Montmartre and the 18th
The 18th is much bigger than the hill. Montmartre gets the crowds, but the arrondissement also runs down to Pigalle, east to La Chapelle and the Goutte d'Or, and north to residential streets visitors never see. Prices here are spread evenly, from a street-food lunch to a tasting menu, so set your budget in the filters first, then switch to the map to see what's on your way.
Bistros on the slopes
Rue Lepic is your friend. Le Coq & Fils is Antoine Westermann's poultry bistro: heritage breeds from small farms, a proper coq au vin, roast chicken with œuf mayo. On the same street, brothers Nicolas and Julien Durand run Chantoiseau, where a flaky wood pigeon pie meets natural wine; go for the weekday lunch, since it's closed on weekends. At Le Maquis, André Le Letty, a former sous-chef at La Tour d'Argent, serves canard au sang in two courses, a dish few Paris kitchens still dare to cook. Signature Montmartre, on rue des Trois-Frères, runs Franco-Korean tasting menus in a small, calm room. More in our French restaurants and the best coq au vin in town.
Cheap and cheerful below the hill
Bouillon Pigalle seats 300 over two floors near the Moulin Rouge and serves onion soup and bœuf bourguignon at prices from another century. The pre-show crowd packs it between 6:30 and 8 pm, so come earlier or later and ask for the balcony. Gemüse bakes its own pide bread for Berlin-style kebabs in a room of about ten seats. Le Ruisseau grills burgers from French farm-raised beef, with a veggie version of every one. See our onion soup and burgers picks for more.
Terraces, breakfast and one Place du Tertre exception
La Recyclerie turned a former Petite Ceinture railway station into a café-canteen with an urban farm and a big garden terrace; arrive when service starts to get a seat outside. At Halle Pajol, Bob's Bake Shop bakes pies and bagels every morning from 8 am, a solid breakfast stop. And yes, one address on Place du Tertre made our cut: Chez Eugène cooks homemade, seasonal food with natural wines and stays open late, every day. For more outdoor tables, browse our restaurants with a terrace, and check the restaurants open on Sunday before a weekend on the hill.