Hanging out near the Paris Catacombs and craving a great meal? I’ve been there and know the struggle. That’s why i sent our local experts out to scout the best restaurants in the area. Trust me, nothing stirs up an appetite quite like strolling past millions of skeletons, right? Check out our top picks for a delicious bite after your underground adventure!
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This experience will bring the ossuary to life—figuratively speaking…hopefully. You’ll uncover hidden gems and fascinating stories that you wouldn’t get on your own. Trust me, it’s the way to go.
Top 5 Places to Eat Near the Paris Catacombs
Visiting the Paris Catacombs is a treat for a couple of reasons. First off, they’re seriously cool and a bit creepy—perfect for those who love a good thrill. Plus, they’re just outside the hustle and bustle of central Paris, where the vibe gets more residential.
That means you’ve got access to some fantastic restaurants, boulangeries, and cozy spots to grab a bite. We tapped our local guides in Paris to find out where they’d break bread in the area, and they delivered with this list. Here are the best restaurants near the Paris Catacombs.
Le Zeyer
€€€ | Brasserie Vibe | Heated Patio | Crème Brûlée
This is a fantastic choice of tradition mixed with excellent service. The decor has a ’50s vibe with wooden carved panels and art deco light fixtures. Le Zeyer is a very authentic restaurant situated on a busy roundabout near the center of Paris.
We recommend the bavette steak or seared sea-bass for the main course. Save space for a crème brûlée dessert! Le Zeyer is the perfect brasserie vibe with a covered and heated patio wrapping around the entire exterior of the restaurant. Great for enjoying a cocktail!
Address: 62 Rue d’Alésia
La Closerie des Lilas
€€€ | Traditional French Cuisine | Live Piano Performances
Located in a beautiful neighborhood with traditional french cuisine oozing from the kitchen. The food, wine, staff, and ambiance are great. The prices of dishes here are a bit steeper, but it’s worth every penny. The dining room has a lovely piano which is played throughout the evening by a talented pianist. Listen so some live music while enjoying our favorite – shrimp risotto! For dessert, the Cafe Gourmand is superb every time. Take your time and fully get your money’s worth with a long dinner in this classic location.
Address: 171 Boulevard du Montparnasse
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Au Petit Marguery
€€ | French Cuisine | Frog Legs | Local Ingredients
Amazing french restaurant with delicious frog leg appetizers and large plate sizes. The staff is extremely welcoming with great humor. The prices here are reasonable and every item of food is homemade with fresh and local ingredients. For a main, the pan-browned veal sweetbreads, eggplant and tomato gratin and shrimp tagliatelle are exceptional. Make sure to leave room for dessert—the soufflé is out of this world!
Address: 9 Boulevard de Port-Royal
Cave La Bourgogne
€ | French Cuisine | Confit Du Canard | Kid-Friendly
Cave La Bourgogne serves amazing confit du canard with garlic potatoes and a salad, and why not also try the beef bourguignon while you’re at it. All of the meals are very comforting, delicious, and reasonably priced (you can usually eat and drink for under 20 euros per person). The atmosphere is very friendly, even for kids, and welcoming with many locals randomly encountering friends.
Address: 144 Rue Mouffetard
La Coupole
€ | Art Deco Decor | French Classics | Oyster Bar
A great place with lots of history and Art Deco decor. Since it’s always very busy, La Coupole is not the place to go if you’re in a rush. Sit back and soak up the atmosphere while enjoying French classics. They offer tasting platters that range in size and price. There’s also an oyster bar, elegant french onion soup, roasted duck breast, mussels and fries, chocolate lava cakes, crêpes and millefeuilles.
Address: 102 Boulevard du Montparnasse
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