Paris in the springtime is said to be the best time to see the City of Lights, but if you ask me, this marvelous place is at its peak during autumn. Reinvigorated by cooler temperatures after the lazy, hot days of summer—not to mention “les grandes vacance,” the mass exodus of Parisians from the city in August for a month-long vacation—the city has a burst of energy as vibrant as the leaves changing colors.
Another advantage to the impending autumnal weather in Paris is the ability to wear your comfiest pants, most oversized sweater, and requisite scarf, which in addition to keeping you warm on long strolls along the Seine, will also leave plenty of room for pain au chocolat, foie gras, and much more. But where to go to fuel up? These food-loving Local Guides have some ideas.
Start your day with a pastry as you browse this high-end international food hall connected to the legendary Le Bon Marché department store.
Local Guides say:
“Beautiful survey of everything French cuisine. Huge sections for pasta, cheese, bread, meat, chocolate, and everything in between. Very expensive, but really nice browsing experience.” —Julia Enthoven
Falafel is one of Paris’ best-known street foods, and this casual spot in Le Marais offers one of the most talked-about sandwiches in town, which is perfect for a quick lunch while seeing the sights.
Local Guides say:
“This place lives up to its fame. The line moves fast if you have your cash ready. We took our bags of gold (falafel in a pita with all the toppings) to the little hidden park just down the street through a gate on the left.” —Brett Barry
Brightly colored macarons, elegant pastries, and gift-worthy chocolates are the reasons to visit this venerable patisserie for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
Local Guides say:
“Beautiful shop. Elegance all the way; customer service is impeccable. I prefer the chocolates, but the macarons are delicious — get a mixture.” —Johana Bonnell
Plan in advance with a dinner reservation for the tasting menu at this acclaimed French restaurant, or drop in for a seat at the wine bar next door.
Local Guides say:
“Amazing place, if you manage to get a reservation. Frenchie is the one restaurant you HAVE to visit in Paris if you are a food enthusiast.” —Yana Yordanova
Cap off your night in the swanky hotel bar where the Lost Generation hung out, which is also the alleged birthplace of many classic cocktails.
Local Guides say:
“It’s a bit expensive but the drinks are good, the ambiance is great, and it has its style. I will definitely go back.” —Dialekti Valsamou
For even more delicious Parisian eats, see the full itinerary of a perfect day of eating in Paris as recommended by Local Guides on Google Earth Voyager.
Have you ever been to Paris? Tell us about your favorite Parisian restaurant or cafe in the comments below.
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) and I tell you that somewhere I did eat the most delicious baguette. No macaron can achieve this. But I DO NOT find this place anymore. I‘m so happy to have Maps for reviews now…
. The same happened to me, not in Paris as I have never been there, but in New York. I ate an amazing bagel, and the chef even got us free dessert afterwards because he wanted us to try a one he was thinking of putting in the menu, which was great too. I tried looking for it on Maps too, with no results. I’m grateful for my lists, reviews, ratings and for having location history on. There’s no way we will lose great places like those now 
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