25 Seafood Platters in Paris Worth Sharing
A plateau de fruits de mer is a Paris ritual, and a pricey one. Order it in the wrong brasserie and you get a tower of ice with rubbery langoustines, sad shrimp and a bill that could cover a train ticket to Brittany.
We cross-checked the guides and reviews locals trust to find the seafood platter in Paris worth sharing: 25 places, from old brasseries that never close to a Breton-style bistro and starred seafood tables. Only in the mood for a dozen? See our oysters. Want a pot instead of a tower? Try mussels, or browse all our French restaurants.
A no-reservation seafood counter from the Septime team, serving daily catches and natural wines in a relaxed maritime setting on rue de Charonne.
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A historic Parisian brasserie open around the clock, serving traditional French fare and seafood platters in the heart of Les Halles since 1946.
Pierre Gagnaire's elegant brasserie showcases exceptional seafood cuisine in a chic Saint-Germain setting with refined French flair.
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A casual seafood bistro in the 16th arrondissement where Chef Florian Giacalone celebrates Breton maritime traditions with fresh catches and sharing plates.
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A historic Art Deco monument where Parisian brasserie tradition meets artistic heritage in the heart of Montparnasse.
A contemporary seafood bistro in Paris's 19th arrondissement where Saint-Vaast oysters meet natural wines in a chic, convivial setting.
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Cyril Lignac's celebrated seafood bistro in a historic Art Nouveau setting, where iodized treasures meet French tradition in Paris's vibrant 11th arrondissement.
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Chef Massimo Mori's acclaimed Venetian restaurant brings authentic Northern Italian gastronomy to Paris's 2nd arrondissement, earning a stellar 9.2/10 rating for its sustainable seafood and refined ambiance.
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Chef Olivia Davoux's intimate seafood bistro showcases the finest artisanal catch with minimalist elegance near Canal Saint-Martin.
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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 modern brasserie on the banks of the Seine serving exceptional seafood and seasonal French dishes in a convivial waterfront setting.
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Michelin-starred chef Paul Pairet reimagines French brasserie classics with generous portions and Art Deco elegance at the iconic Hôtel de Crillon on Place de la Concorde.
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 beloved neighborhood bistrot serving timeless French classics and exceptional wines in the charming Saint-Georges quarter since its opening.
Chef Jason Gouzy's Michelin-starred restaurant delivers playful French gastronomy through innovative three-plate presentations in an opulent setting near the Palais Royal.
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A historic Second Empire jewel serving classic French cuisine in an opulent Napoleon III setting, steps from the Opéra Garnier since 1862.
Mathieu Pacaud brings his Michelin-starred expertise to this elegant seafood institution, where pristine fish and shellfish meet refined French technique in a chic 7th arrondissement setting.
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A starred seafood sanctuary where Chef Sébastien Carmona-Porto celebrates the ocean's finest treasures with elegant simplicity and daily market-fresh catches.
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A charming two-story bistronomic house specializing in shellfish and crustaceans, where fresh seafood meets modern French bistro cuisine near the vibrant rue des Martyrs.
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A Mediterranean haven in the 11th arrondissement where chefs Stéphanie Moquet and Francesco De Stefano craft vibrant, health-conscious cuisine with signature paëllas and creative cocktails.
A neighborhood seafood haven serving impeccably fresh fish and shellfish with authentic French preparation in the heart of the 17th arrondissement.
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A seafood haven in Saint-Michel specializing in oysters from their own farms on Île de Ré, served in a historic Latin Quarter setting since 2023.
A Belle Époque-inspired brasserie in Neuilly-sur-Seine celebrating French culinary classics and fresh seafood with an Écotable commitment to sustainable dining.
A historic Parisian brasserie serving traditional French cuisine in an authentic Belle Époque setting since 1900.
A timeless Parisian brasserie serving traditional French bourgeois cuisine with exceptional seafood specialties in an authentic setting since generations.
Where to order a seafood platter in Paris
A great platter is all about freshness and care. Look for several kinds of oysters, langoustines and crab cooked in-house rather than thawed, whelks with a proper mayonnaise, and a bed of crushed ice that is still solid when it lands. The bread, the butter and the shallot vinegar matter too. Each place page shows which dishes regulars order, so you can see whether the plateau is a house signature or an afterthought.
The brasserie classics
Au Pied de Cochon has been open around the clock in Les Halles since 1946. Its seafood platter is built for sharing and turns the table into a centerpiece, day or night. Bookmark it with our late-night restaurants and restaurants open on Sunday. La Coupole, Bofinger, Grande Brasserie and Au Petit Riche are on the list too, for the full old-school brasserie experience.
Seafood specialists
Gaya, an elegant seafood brasserie on rue de Saint-Simon in the 7th, lists its plateau de fruits de mer as a must-try, next to a beef tartare with oysters. It holds a star, like several others in our Michelin 1-star list. Out in Auteuil, Sables brings the spirit of a Breton beach bar to the 16th: fruits de mer, fried squid and gratinéed clams, some eaten with your fingers, in a relaxed room that suits families; see our kid-friendly restaurants. Clamato, the no-reservation counter from the Septime team, is the casual pick in the 11th, and Belle Maison, near the rue des Martyrs, names its shellfish platters as a must-try.
Plan your budget and your neighborhood
A platter is a splurge almost everywhere, and most places here sit in the upper price range, so share one between two or three and add a main if you're still hungry. The 8th and the 9th have the most platters on this list, then the 7th: check the 8th arrondissement and the 9th first. At the very top, the palace restaurants of the 8th serve shellfish on tasting menus; see our fine dining picks. Save room for a sole meunière, then open any place to check its prices, hours and insider tips.