34 Great Places to Eat in the 4th Arrondissement
The 4th arrondissement packs in Notre-Dame, the Hôtel de Ville, the Centre Pompidou, Place des Vosges and the Île Saint-Louis. That means millions of visitors, and a restaurant on every corner ready to sell them a reheated crêpe. The trick is knowing which doors to push.
We cross-checked the guides locals trust and kept 34 places in the 4th arrondissement, from a falafel window to one of the most coveted three-star tables in Paris. It's the southern half of the Marais, so see also our Le Marais page and its northern side, the 3rd arrondissement.
A legendary Michelin-starred bistrot in the heart of Paris, serving authentic French cuisine in a Belle Époque setting since 1912.
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Chef Eyal Shani's energetic pita palace brings bold Israeli street food to the Marais with roasted cauliflower and creative vegetable-forward dishes.
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A Marais institution since 1979, serving what many consider the world's best falafel sandwich with divine homemade sauce and fresh ingredients.
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The iconic Île Saint-Louis glacier that has been crafting exceptional artisanal ice creams and sorbets for seven decades, earning worldwide recognition as one of the finest ice cream destinations on the planet.
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A legendary three-Michelin-starred temple of French haute cuisine in the heart of Le Marais, where culinary perfection meets timeless elegance.
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A nostalgic Art Deco bistrot between Place des Vosges and Bastille, serving generous French classics with exceptional natural wines.
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Paris's oldest brasserie serves authentic Alsatian specialties under a stunning Belle Époque glass dome in the heart of the Marais.
A beloved Italian gelateria serving artisanal gelato with just 12 carefully crafted flavors in the vibrant Marais district.
An authentic Portuguese pastry shop serving Paris's finest Pastéis de Nata, crafted from a secret recipe and served warm in a cozy Lisbon-inspired setting.
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A sprawling 2,500m² Italian food emporium in the heart of Le Marais, featuring seven restaurants, over 7,000 authentic products, and a vibrant marketplace atmosphere.
Chef Alain Pégouret brings his Laurent pedigree to this intimate Île Saint-Louis address, earning a 15/20 Gault&Millau rating with masterful French gastronomy.
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A Michelin-starred gastronomic destination in Bastille where Chef Hubert Duchenne crafts inventive multi-course menus in an intimate, retro-futuristic setting.
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A unique dining theater where professional opera singers perform live every 15 minutes while you savor refined French cuisine along the Seine.
A timeless Parisian brasserie serving traditional French cuisine with seasonal products and natural wines in a stunning Art Deco setting near Bastille.
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A cozy Taiwanese haven in Le Marais serving traditional comfort food designed for sharing, from iconic gua bao to homestyle lo bah bang.
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A vibrant Spanish tapas bar and restaurant in Le Marais serving authentic paella, jamón ibérico, and flamenco-inspired ambiance from breakfast through late night.
David Wesmaël, Meilleur Ouvrier de France Glacier, crafts exceptional artisanal ice creams and sorbets in the heart of Le Marais.
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A contemporary pâtisserie fine blending Levantine heritage with French technique, crafting exquisite tarts and reimagined baklavas in the heart of Paris.
A slice of 1950s New York deli culture serving authentic corned beef sandwiches on Moïse Sfez brioche in the vibrant Marais.
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Emmanuel Ryon, Meilleur Ouvrier de France glacier, crafts exceptional artisanal ice creams and frozen pastries daily in the heart of the Marais.
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A pioneering 100% plant-based restaurant in the heart of the Marais, where seasonal vegan street food and tapas redefine accessible, delicious vegetarian dining.
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A versatile Marais hotspot serving everything from morning croissants to late-night cocktails, with an eclectic menu spanning continents and a welcoming terrace open until 2 AM.
A warm Korean table where traditional fermented dishes and vegetarian specialties nourish both body and soul.
A welcoming neighborhood bistro in Le Marais serving traditional French cuisine with international touches, where Chef Mathieu transforms fresh ingredients into comforting, home-style dishes.
A Lebanese artisan glacier in Le Marais crafting organic ice creams, vegan sorbets, and traditional Middle Eastern frozen specialties with fleur d'oranger and rose water.
A beloved Marais institution serving authentic Yiddish specialties and legendary pastrami sandwiches for over 35 years.
An intriguing Parisian address that awaits discovery by curious food enthusiasts.
Chef Magali Martini's seasonal bistronomic bistro in Le Marais showcases local terroir with a frequently changing menu and natural wine pairings.
A member of the Collège Culinaire de France, REŸS crafts exceptional artisanal gelato with inventive flavors that celebrate both childhood memories and global travels.
Edwin Yansané's acclaimed chocolate boutique crafts exceptional artisanal pralinés, ganaches, and tablettes in the heart of the Marais, with immersive workshops and a dedicated vegan collection.
A historic French tea institution offering over 500 varieties of exceptional teas in an elegant colonial-inspired setting in the heart of Le Marais.
An authentic épicerie fine showcasing artisanal Ardèche products, from exceptional charcuterie and farmhouse cheeses to rare regional specialties in the historic Marais.
A celebrated MOF (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) cheese affineur with multiple locations across Paris, offering expertly aged artisanal cheeses and professional pairing guidance.
Since 1825, Dammann Frères has been Paris's premier destination for exceptional teas, offering an extensive selection of rare origins and refined blends in an elegant boutique setting.
Restaurants in the 4th arrondissement, from the islands to Bastille
Think of the 4th as three zones: the islands, with Notre-Dame and the Île Saint-Louis; the Hôtel de Ville and Pompidou area; and the southern Marais, from rue des Rosiers to Place des Vosges. They're all within a short walk of each other, so the map above is your best tool: tap a zone, check what's open, go. Budget-wise, the 4th leans expensive, but the cheap end is excellent.
On the Île Saint-Louis
Berthillon has made ice cream and sorbets on the island since 1954; salted butter caramel and gianduja are the classics, and weekday mornings mean shorter queues. For dinner, Le Sergent Recruteur is a Michelin-starred table run by Alain Pégouret, formerly of Laurent, known for lobster and a black truffle egg mousseline. More cones on our ice cream page.
Stars, from grand to tiny
The 4th has a lot of Michelin stars for its size. L'Ambroisie holds three and still serves à la carte, feuillantine de langoustines included. Benoit Paris keeps the soul of a 1912 bistrot under its star. H, in the Bastille area, seats fewer than twenty for Hubert Duchenne's inventive menus. See every Michelin 1-star restaurant in Paris.
Brasseries and big appetites
Bofinger, founded in 1864, serves choucroute garnie and seafood platters under its Belle Époque glass dome. Bistrot des Tournelles, between Place des Vosges and Bastille, is the place for mushrooms in persillade, roast farm chicken and baba au rhum. Craving the classics? Try our seafood platters and traditional restaurants.
Cheap, fast and very good
L'As du Fallafel and Miznon cover the pita front for very little. Comme à Lisbonne serves warm pastéis de nata in a ten-seat shop, and Eataly fills a huge Italian food hall with pasta and pizza. More in our cheap eats, or cross the bridge to the Latin Quarter in the 5th arrondissement.