Where to have dinner in Paris for Valentine’s Day

An intimate setting, delicious food, and fantastic views - the perfect recipe for celebrating Valentine’s Day

Paris, the city of love. The French capital is full of romantic restaurants for an extra special date. From cosy chic to views to take your breath away and top-class cuisine … the choice is huge!

Romantic restaurants

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In winter, why not have dinner by the fireside? The Coupe-Chou and ATICA are located in the Latin Quarter, Robert et Louise, known for its French specialities, and the Atelier Maître Albert with a rotisserie are three cosy spots.

For an upscale dinner with a panoramic view of Paris, the Jules Verne, on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower is a must. Or head to Madame Brasserie on the 1st floor of the Tower where Thierry Marx and a brand-new restaurant welcome you for a gourmet lunch or a romantic dinner. A poetry-filled menu, specially prepared for Valentine's Day, awaits you with a chocolate and cherry dessert called "Baiser de Madame Brasserie". An exclusive dessert with red apple crystalline, lychee sorbet and apple mousse, created by the pastry chef Naraé Kim, can also be found in the elegant atmosphere of the Pur' - Jean-françois Rouquette restaurant in the Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme hotel, which is offering a glass of champagne to all lovebirds on 14 February.

The Kong, Ciel de Paris, Chez Francis, Les Ombres or Perruche: there are many great places to admire the capital while tucking into delicious food!

Lunch or dinner on the Seine

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Ready for a gourmet trip along the water? The finest monuments in Paris are yours to admire from cruise boats on the Seine. For Valentine’s Day, the Bateaux Parisiens are offering a special menu with traditional French cuisine to enjoy on one of its 5 restaurant boats.

Iconic landmarks - the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame de Paris, the Conciergerie, the Louvre, the Seine quaysides - pass before your eyes. For a Valentine's evening to remember, the Bateaux Mouches company invites you to experience an unforgettable cruise, as well as a memorable menu featuring foie gras, salmon and lobster tail.

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Sightseeing cruises are also available with Paris Seine – La Marina de Paris. Seasonal products are favoured to create delicious traditional French dishes. And wine, champagne or even a birthday cake can be shared while enjoying breathtaking views of the Seine.

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A Valentine’s lunch of dinner with a difference

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Looking for an unusual venue? Start the evening in a cosy restaurant and finish off at the Spa with the Restaurant j’Adore. For art enthusiasts, Ze Kitchen Galerie offers dinner in a contemporary art gallery!

Combining French gastronomy with sightseeing in the capital is also on the menu! With Bus Toqué, a culinary and cultural trip awaits you! Le Bustronome also welcomes you aboard a double-decker bus to enjoy the sights - the Champs-Elysées, the Eiffel, City Hall … - and delicious food in the company of a loved one!

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Gastronomic restaurants

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To enjoy exquisitely prepared dishes in an elegant setting, the Sommier's Les Caryatides restaurant offers a menu with subtle characteristics, specially designed for the evening.

And of course, for a special occasion, the many starred restaurants in Paris serve up a feast for the eyes and the palate! For a Valentine’s to remember, splash out on one of these world-renowned restaurants.

At the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, in a listed Napoleon III pavilion, the Pré Catalan serves high-end cuisine in an enchanting setting, thoroughly deserving of its 3 stars. Monsieur Restaurant, Le Cinq, Le Meurice are all exceptional addresses for a truly unforgettable meal.

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