© Francette (@francette_restaurant), Paris 2024 (@paris2024), and Abstinence Paris (@abstinence.paris).
We are bursting with excitement to finally host the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Feeling overwhelmed? We've got a recap of the Olympic sites in Paris where events will take place. Even better: for those lucky enough to snag tickets, here's a spotlight on our favorite spots around the arenas to grab lunch, have a drink, or enjoy a sweet break between sessions. Here's the guide to the best spots to hit up this summer!
Arena Porte de la Chapelle
Disciplines: Badminton, Rhythmic Gymnastics
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Amaluna: For an almost mystical experience in a 100% green setting. Pastilla €10. (12 esplanade Nathalie Sarraute, Paris 18th)
- La REcyclerie: To enjoy the beautiful open-air eco-table. Lunch menu €14.90-16.90. (83 boulevard Ornano, Paris 18th)
- Bob’s Bake Shop: For delicious bagels on the go. 6 bagels €8. (12 esplanade Nathalie Sarraute, Paris 18th)
© Amaluna (@amalunaparis), La Recyclerie (@larecyclerie) by Arthuro Peduzzi, and Bob’s Bake Shop (@bob_s__).
Arena Bercy
Disciplines: Basketball, Artistic Gymnastics, Trampoline
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Cargo Container Bar: To party until dawn with your feet in the water. Pizzas €13-18. (1 port de Bercy-Aval, Paris 12th)
- Yuman: For a healthy snack with 100% organic and local products. Lunch menu €23-28. (70 rue du Chevaleret, Paris 13th)
- Le Quai de la Photo: To enjoy beautiful exhibitions with a drink on a barge. Cocktails €9-12. (9 port de la gare, Paris 13th)
© Cargo, Yuman Paris (@yumanparis), and Le Quai de la Photo.
Arena Champ-de-Mars / Stade Tour Eiffel
Disciplines: Judo, Wrestling, Beach Volleyball
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Francette: To have a drink and share tapas on a penthouse, terrace, wine cellar, and intimate restaurant at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. Sharing plates €7-20. (1 port de Suffren, Paris 7th)
- Le Jules Verne: For a gourmet lunch with a breathtaking view of the Olympic sites. Lunch menu €180. (6 avenue Gustave Eiffel, Paris 7th)
- Mojju: For a Korean feast between traditional hanok and Parisian bistro. Beef Bulgogi €25. (4 rue de l’Exposition, Paris 7th)
© Francette (@francette_restaurant), Le Jules Verne (@lejulesverneparis), and Mojju by Le Photographe du Dimanche.
Arena Paris Sud
Disciplines: Weightlifting, Handball, Table Tennis, Volleyball
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Abstinence: Perfect for a romantic night or a fun time with friends over cocktails and shared plates. Cocktails €14-18. (47 avenue de la Motte-Picquet, Paris 15th)
- Le Trinquet Village: Ideal for chilling by the street food stalls and cocktail bar. Iberian charcuterie platter €25. (8 quai Saint-Exupéry, Paris 16th)
- Kraft Hôtel: Enjoy a brunch in an arty setting before heading to an event. Brunch €30. (37 rue du Hameau, Paris 15th)
© Abstinence Paris (abstinence.paris), Le Trinquet Village (@trinquetvillage), and Kraft (@kraft.paris).
Grand Palais
Disciplines: Fencing, Taekwondo
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Le bar du restaurant Laurent: For an exceptional cocktail in an elegant setting. Cocktails €20-27. (41 avenue Gabriel, Paris 8th)
- Le café 1902: Perfect for a lemonade, quiche, and some pastries in the paradisiacal café of Petit Palais. (Avenue Winston Churchill, Paris 8th)
- Manko: Party with ceviches and other exciting Peruvian dishes. Ceviche €30. (15 avenue Montaigne, Paris 8th)
© Laurent Paris (@laurent_restaurant), Le Petit Palais (@petitpalais_musee / @paris2024 / @paris_maville), and Manko Paris (@mankoparis).
Hôtel de Ville
Discipline: Athletics
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Le bar du Boubalé: Delight in exciting drinks and Ashkenazi snacks in an ultra-Instagrammable setting. Cocktails €15-19, challah €10. (17 rue de la Verrerie, Paris 4th)
- La baguette du Relais: Indulge in a huge sandwich with fries and beef topped with a secret sauce. Sandwich €16. (10 rue des Archives, Paris 4th)
- Eataly: Enjoy a plate of pasta or a pizza just like in Rome. Pasta €15-27, pizza €14-29. (37 rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, Paris 4th)
© Boubalé (@boubale.paris) by Salomé Rateau (@salome_rateau), La Baguette du Relais (@labaguettedurelais), and Eataly Paris.
Invalides / Pont Alexandre III
Disciplines: Athletics, Road Cycling, Archery, Marathon Swimming, Triathlon
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Coca-Cola Food Fest: Take a world tour of street food with a refreshing Coca-Cola. Dish and drink €14-20. (Aérogare des Invalides, 2 rue Robert Esnault-Pelterie, Paris 7th)
- Rosa Bonheur: Party while sipping cocktails and enjoying tapas right by the Seine. Cocktails €12-14, mixed platter €21. (Port des Invalides, quai d’Orsay, Paris 7th)
- Les Deux Abeilles: Enjoy a delightful tea time with tarte tatin, chocolate cake, or cinnamon brioche until August 10. Cakes €8-13. (189 rue de l’Université, Paris 7th)
© Coca Cola Food Fest Paris, Rosa Bonheur Seine (@rosabonheurofficiel), and Les Deux Abeilles (@lesdeuxabeillesparis).
La Concorde
Disciplines: 3x3 Basketball, Breaking, BMX, Skateboarding
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Marie Akaneya: Experience authentic Japanese BBQ in a luxurious, unforgettable setting until August 12. Menu from €120 per person. (12 rue Godot de Mauroy, Paris 9th)
- Butterfly: Enjoy a luxurious afternoon tea in a sumptuous setting. Iced cookie and iced tea or non-alcoholic wine combo €25. (Hôtel de Crillon, 6 rue Boissy d’Anglas, Paris 8th)
- Café Lapérouse: Have breakfast in a dreamy decor designed by Cordélia de Castellane. Breakfast combo €28. (2 place de la Concorde, Paris 1st)
© Marie Akaneya by Jose Salto, Butterfly, and Café Lapérouse.
Trocadéro
Disciplines: Athletics, Road Cycling
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Forest: Enjoy festive evenings with sunny flavors. Dishes €26-72. (11 avenue du Président Wilson, Paris 16th)
- Carette: Have breakfast with crepes, scrambled eggs, and whipped cream to dive into your hot chocolate. Scrambled eggs €16-30. (4 place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre, Paris 16th)
- Rooftop Canopy: Sip a Spritz and enjoy a pizza with a view of the Eiffel Tower. Spritz €16-18, pizzas from €. (16 avenue d’Eylau, Paris 16th)
© Forest Paris (@f_o_r_e_s_t_), Carette (@caretteofficiel) by Jennifer Stieler (@artcouturevibe), Rooftop Canopy (@canopyparistrocadero / @aurorelalizou).
Château de Versailles
Disciplines: Pentathlon, Equestrian Sports
Great Bars and Restaurants:
- Ore: Dine like the Sun King with dishes by Ducasse and an exceptional view of the Château de Versailles. Dishes €22-48. (Château de Versailles, Pavillon Dufour, 78000 Versailles)
- Bar du Trianon Palace: Take a chic terrace break with a drink in hand. Cocktails €20-24. (1 boulevard de la Reine, 78000 Versailles)
- Pas Sages: Enjoy a convivial lunch with gourmet cuisine. Dishes €19-28. (7 rue des deux portes, 78000 Versailles)
© Ore by Bertille Chabrolle (@bertillechabrolle), Bar Trianon Palace, and Pas Sages.
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