In Andalusia, tapas are a traditional accompaniment to Cerveza or Sangria. “ Pintxos”, ” ración”… From Spain to the Basque coast, tapas are an essential part of gastronomy. They are the perfect embodiment of sharing and conviviality. In Paris too, tapas restaurants and bars are on a roll. Tapas à la française, à la japonaise, à la mexicaine… In addition to traditional Spanish tapas, the flavors of these small plates to share can be endlessly varied. So where can you find the best tapas in Paris? Follow the guide!
La Mangerie, tapas restaurant and wine bar
One of the best tapas restaurants in Paris is, of course, La Mangerie! Nestled in the heart of the Marais district, this warm and welcoming cantine promises gourmet evenings combining good food and good taste. In this intimate, convivial setting, we sample delicious plates, so good they’re hard to share. In the kitchen : Filip, Chef of Portuguese origin and Caroline, sous-chef of Cambodian origin. Two different worlds and so many tapas reinterpreted. Patatas bravas, piquillos, croquetas… All these delights are skilfully reinvented. Just thinking about it makes your mouth water. Let’s meet at the heart of this beautiful table of sharing?
La Mangerie 7 rue de Jarente, 75 004 Paris
Sourire, French tapas in Paris
Inspired by French cuisine and enhanced by a touch of world flavors, Sourire’s tapas have it all! Homemade small plates to share, made with the finest seasonal produce. For a taste of these French-style tapas, head for Sourire Galande in the 5th arrondissement and the latest addition, in the capital’s 12th arrondissement. Summer tapas menu? Cheese and charcuterie boards to share, stuffed mussels and finger-fed Comte croquettes. But also mini-burgers, veal confit, Piquillo gazpacho with fresh goat’s cheese and eggplant fritters, among other delights. Terroir, tradition and conviviality: these are the watchwords of these 2 establishments. We’re telling you: Sourire’s tapas will make you smile!
- 27 rue Galande, 75 005 Paris
- 12 rue Théophile Roussel, 75 012 Paris
Osaba Paris: tapas à la Basque!
Want to treat your taste buds to a one-way trip to the Basque coast without leaving the capital? Direction Osaba, located in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Enjoy a glass of Irouleguy, a wine from the Basque country, and share tasty tapas, charcuterie and cheese boards, homemade quiches and Basque cakes. The Pintxos tapas menu includes hot and cold tapas, croquetas that are crispy on the outside and melt-in-the-mouth on the inside, and tapas by the meter! A must? At Osaba, all our products come directly from the Basque country! We’re off to Osaba (which means “uncle” in Basque), and it’s uncle’s treat!
Osaba 29 rue Saint-Placide, 75 006 Paris
From the Basque Country to Spain at La Noceria
Want to try a good Spanish restaurant in Paris? Here’s a new address we invite you to discover. In the Sentier district of Paris, La Noceria aims to take your taste buds on a journey from the Basque country to Spain. Good food, a festive atmosphere tapas to share, cocktails, good music… La Noceria won us over. Vamos! (Chez Paris Secret, we tested La Noceria and tell you all about it here!)
La Noceria 58 rue d’Aboukir, 75 002 Paris
Spanish restaurant Les Piétons, tapas bar
Pack your bags in Barcelona without leaving Paris! In the 4th arrondissement of Paris, Les Piétons invites you for a change of scenery. Enjoy the best of Iberian gastronomy over a drink. On the menu: tortilla de patatas, paella, patatas with aioli, Pata Negra ham, gambas, mussels with chorizo, octopus a la Gallega and other delights made in España! Quieres tapas? Créo que si! Join us for a sangria at Les Piétons? Olé!
Pedestrians 8 rue des Lombards, 75 004 Paris
Les Cagettes, Paris Bastille
In the 11th arrondissement, near Bastille, discover Les Cagettes, an ultra-cool spot for delicious tapas. In crates to share: excellent tapas-style local produce to enjoy as an aperitif. Mixed, cheese, charcuterie, raclette, vegetarian… there’s an infinite choice of crates. The best part? Aperitif boxes delivered to your door, a catering service and a sandwich shop. Time to eat, kids!
Crates 3 rue Froment 75 011 Paris
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