Between the restaurant openings and the good addresses that got people talking, 2024 had its fair share of surprises! When it comes to food, the City of Light is always buzzing with new things to try. From the four corners of Paris, here are the ten establishments that made the culinary year.
Peppe Pizzeria – The pizza of a world champion
With 3 Parisian addresses to his name, Peppe Cutraro, crowned world pizza champion in 2019, sent shivers through the Parisian culinary news when he announced the opening of a new restaurant. At the end of March, he opened his fourth pizzeria in the heart of Paris’s 2nd arrondissement.
📍Peppe Pizzeria – 11 rue Étienne Marcel, 75001
Billili / Les Arlots – The best sausage and mashed potatoes in Paris
Gourmet residents of the 10th arrondissement probably know that Les Arlots is one of the best bistros in Paris! Another neighborhood secret is the existence next door of Billili, a veritable dining cellar that acts as an annex to the first address, offering generous and delicious dishes. For example, you can try the best sausage-purée and one of the best mayo eggs in the capital, no less!
📍Les Arlots – Billili – 163, rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, 75010
Colère – Eloi Spinnler’s second project
After the delicious and surprising Orgueil, Eloi Spinnler and his team continue their quest for the seven deadly sins with Colère, a new address nestled in the heart of rue Richer in the 9th arrondissement. In a richly decorated setting, you’ll enjoy spicy French cuisine from appetizer to dessert.
📍Colère – 39, rue Richer, 75009
Haton Nous – MOF’s signature quiche bar
An emblem of French gastronomy par excellence, quiche, whether eaten on the go or at the table, is always a good idea. So, to enjoy this famous dish, we’re heading to a new address that sublimates it to perfection. And one of the reasons for this is undoubtedly the presence of a Meilleur Ouvrier de France at the helm.
📍Haton Nous – 33, rue de Liège, 75008
Meïda – Mohamed Cheikh’s new adventure
Meïda is a new spot that has opened just outside Paris in Saint-Ouen, and promises refreshing cuisine concocted by Top Chef 2021 winner Mohamed Cheikh. The menu is straightforward and tasty, inspired by traditional dishes with a few revisits. Gnocchi with gambas, arancini with merguez or tortilla with piquillos: delicious creations await us on the menu of this new restaurant.
📍Meïda – 10, place de la République, Saint-Ouen
Yang Xiao Chu – Ping Pong HQ
In the heart of Rue Auguste Chabrières, Yang Xiao Chu has been busy for weeks. The reason? Quite simply, the establishment has become a veritable temple to table tennis, where fans and players meet to watch and share their common passion.
📍Yang Xiao Chu – 18, rue Auguste Chabrières – 75015
Ninth Cru – Italian generosity
Are you a lover of transalpine cuisine or simply looking for a good neighborhood address? Head straight for the Neuvième Cru. At this table, you’ll enjoy the great classics of Transalpine cuisine, as well as rarer but equally delicious recipes.
📍Neuvième Cru – 20, rue Richer, 75009
Sürpriz – One of the top Berlin kebabs in Paris
Almost 5 years ago, Sürpriz hit the streets of Paris in Oberkampf, and quickly became a real haunt for kebab lovers. Riding the wave of Berlin doner kebabs, featuring Turkish bread and fresh vegetables, Sürpriz quickly won over local gourmets, building a reputation throughout the city! And after the success of a second address in Strasbourg Saint-Denis, Sürpriz continues its Parisian ascent with the unveiling of a new address in Bastille.
📍Sürpriz – 5, rue de la Roquette, 75011
Jay’s Pizza – New York-style slices
There are many concepts offering pizza by the slice in Paris, but we’ve never been able to get our hands on a real New York-style slice pizza! Generous, supple and thin, slices, symbols of the Big Apple, now have their own reference address in Paris, and not a moment too soon! For a taste of this iconic dish and a little taste of America, Jay’s Pizza is the place to be!
📍 Jay’s Pizza – 20, rue de Mazagran, 75010
Blueberry – The maki-bar of saint-Germain-des-Prés
Part of the Dining Rooms group, which also owns Marcello and Steam Bar, Blueberry pays homage to Japanese gastronomy with a menu inspired by the traditions of the best izakaya bars. In the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, a one-way ticket to the land of the rising sun awaits you.
📍Blueberry – rue du Sabot, 75006