Restaurant

Gaya Three-star chef Pierre Gagnaire's inventive new fish restaurant with a casual vibe. 44 rue du Bac, 7th Arr.; 011-33-1-45-44-73-73.

Bistros and Wine Bars

Le Bistrot Paul Bert An ultimate insider's bistro with classic cooking and a fabulous wine list. 18 rue Paul Bert, 11th Arr.; 011-33-1-43-72-24-01.

Le Baratin A wine bar that offers modern-accented bistro food and a deep cellar that highlights organic wines. 3 rue Jouye-Rouve, 20th Arr.; 011-33-1-43-49-39-70.

Le Chateaubriand A new and exciting bistro with global flavors from Basque chef Inaki Aizpitarte. 129 Ave. Parmentier, 11th Arr.; 011-33-1-43-57-45-95.

Le Comptoir The most popular creative bistro in Paris, where chef Yves Camdeborde offers a creative prix-fixe menu at night. Book way in advance. 9 Carrefour de l'Odéon, 6th Arr.; 011-33-1-43-29-12-05.

Bakery

Boulangerie Julien For crisp-crusted baguettes and croissants. 75 rue St. Honoré, 1st Arr.; 011-33-1-42-36-24-83.