Like most tourist sites in Paris (and around the world), the restaurants near the Eiffel Tower are some of the worst quality and value in the whole city. Nevertheless, if you venture a few blocks away, you can find some fabulous dining options. From neighborhood bistros to cutting-edge contemporary cuisine, here are some of the best restaurants near the Eiffel Tower.

TOMY + Co restaurant's mantra 'Life is food' in Paris (left) and the chef's signature truffle gnocchi (right) near the Eiffel Tower.
Top: Café Constant. Above: Tomy + Co

Café Constant

The more casual venue of Michelin-starred chef Christian Constant (of the nearby Le Violon d’Ingres and formerly of L’Ecrin at the Hôtel de Crillon), here you can enjoy classic French fare within a typical Parisian bistro setting that is packed with locals and tourists alike. The deftly prepared menu includes the likes of boeuf bourguignon, duck parmentier, and farm-raised roast chicken, all for about 22-24 €.

Arnaud Nicolas

Carnivores will be in seventh heaven at this temple to French charcuterie. Awarded the prestigious title of meilleur ouvrier de France, chef Arnaud Nicolas has perfected the art of pâté en croûte, terrine, and foie gras, which are available in refined dishes in his stylish restaurant or to-go in the haute-couture delicatessen conveniently located around the corner from the Eiffel Tower.

A slab of homemade terrine (left) and the outdoor terrace seating in the sunshine (right) at Arnaud Nicolas' restaurant near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Arnaud Nicolas

Le Petit Cler

A victim of its own success (and possibly too much coverage in guidebooks), rue Cler has lost some of its authenticity. However, there are still some genuine gems on this charming market street, one of them being this casual café. Within the same restaurant family as more upmarket La Fontaine de Mars, this neighborhood joint serves reasonably priced brasserie favorites, including Poilâne bread tartines, salads, omelettes, and daily specials, perfect for lunch or a relaxed dinner.

Bistrot Belhara 

Around the corner from the famous rue Cler is the alluring bistro of Basque chef Thierry Dufroux. Using predominantly ingredients and influences from his native southwestern region, at lunch you can choose from daily chalkboard specials or a plate of two creative pintxos tapas, whereas the dinner menu lists seasonal dishes and a tasting menu chosen by the chef. 

A signature dish of duck confit (left) and silver cutlery laid out on crisp white tablecloth (right) at Bistro Belhara near the Eiffel Tower.
Bistro Belhara

L’Auberge Bressane

This neighborhood institution has been serving great French classics for over 60 years. You can expect go-tos like escargots, foie gras with apricot chutney, veal sweetbreads, and their famous soufflés with either Comté cheese or crab. During the week they also offer a more wallet-friendly two-course lunch special at 24.50 €..

Tomy Gousset, the star chef standing in the doorway of his restaurant Tomy + Co in Paris near the Eiffel Tower.
Tomy + Co

Tomy + Co

Inventive chef Tomy Gousset’s hard work and creativity have paid off, earning him a coveted Michelin star in January 2019. The regularly changing menu showcases original takes on French classics and includes vegetables from his own garden. Menu offering with entrée, main course and dessert starts at 78 euros .

A delicious and colorful vegetable dish (left) and the warm interiors of timber tables and bistro chairs (right) at Tomy + Co restaurant in Paris.
Tomy + Co

Café de l’Homme

Some of the best restaurants within the vicinity of la Tour Eiffel are actually found across the river, including this chic café of the Musée de l’Homme in the Palais de Chaillot building. More of a bistro than a café, the venue’s terrace has one of the best views of the tower (be sure to book a table on the terrace in advance though).

A beautifully laid table with a spread of contemporary steak and fries (left) and the outdoor terrace with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower (right) at the Café de L'Homme in Paris.
Café de l’Homme

The view comes at a price, although the menu does include top-quality seasonal ingredients in sophisticated dishes such as macaroni with autumn truffle, parmesan cheese cream, burrata drizzled in basil-lemon ponzu sauce or Bömlo salmon with shallots, tarragon, and hazelnut butter.

An outdoor table with desserts and rosé with an Eiffel Tower backdrop (left) and a table inside with signature dishes of carpaccio and truffle pasta (right) at the Café de L'Homme in Paris.
Café de l’Homme

Girafe

Also found in the Palais de Chaillot, this relative newcomer to the Parisian dining scene boasts a glamorous Art Deco design and a highly coveted terrace with more exceptional views of the Grand Dame. Focused on exceptional seafood, the menu also has a selection of salads and meat dishes.

Tables dressed in crisp white tablecloths with an Eiffel Tower backdrop (left) and the gorgeous glamorous marble interiors (right) of Girafe restaurant in Paris.
Girafe

Addresses:

Café Constant, 139 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris

Arnaud Nicolas, 46 Avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris

Le Petit Cler, 29 Rue Cler, 75007 Paris

Bistrot Belhara, 23 Rue Duvivier, 75007 Paris

L’Auberge Bressane, 16 Avenue de la Motte-Picquet, 75007 Paris

Tomy + Co, 22 Rue Surcouf, 75007 Paris

Café de L’Homme, 17 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75116 Paris

Girafe, 1 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75016 Paris

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Lily Heise

Lily Heise has been living in Paris for more than 10 years. When she’s not getting into romantic mischief, she writes on dating, travel, and culture. Her writing has been featured in Frommer’s Guides, the Huffington Post, Conde Nast Traveler, City Secrets, DK Eyewitness Guides, and other local and international publications. She is the author of Je T’Aime, Me Neither, and Je T’Aime… Maybe? lively novelized memoirs on her romantic misadventures, and continues to share dating tips, stories and travel features on her blog www.jetaimemeneither.com.

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