Don’t let the heatwave stop you from discovering new places to eat! As a good foodie, I’ve rounded up the best air-conditioned restaurants in Paris to enjoy despite the scorching heat outside.
First, here are these air-conditioned restaurants placed on a map:
TO Restaurant
34 Rue Beaurepaire, 75010 Paris
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Just a stone’s throw away from the Canal Saint-Martin, this Japanese-inspired French bistronomic restaurant will take you on a journey through innovative and refined cuisine.
In a chic, hushed atmosphere worthy of a Tokyo bar, let yourself be tempted by the miso-marinated foie gras terrine, followed by Angus beef filets, before finishing with a coconut milk and mango soup with yuzu and hazelnut sorbet.
Every evening for dinner, and for lunch on Saturday and Sunday, the restaurant follows the tradition of “Omakase” (“I leave it to you”), whereby the chef chooses the menu for his customers.
Average price: €45
We love:
- A fusion of French and Japanese cuisine
- The finesse of the dishes
Sphère
18 Rue la Boétie, 75008 Paris
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This French gourmet restaurant in the 8th arrondissement will delight your taste buds with its refined cuisine.
In a hushed, elegant atmosphere, the restaurant offers dishes such as broccoli velouté with basil, stracciatella and Iberian chorizo, roasted veal quasi, and creamy almond milk.
This brand-new restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a cool meal in an intimate setting.
Average price: €40
We love:
- The restaurant’s chic, hushed ambience
- A menu of quality and finesse
Les petites Dalles
357 Rue Lecourbe, 75015 Paris
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This Korean restaurant in the 15th arrondissement won’t let you down with its generously portioned dishes and comforting flavors.
In a convivial setting where sharing is the order of the day, start with squid sautéed with spicy vegetables, followed by the famous bulgogi (marinated beef grilled on the table), and finish with a Korean pancake with cinnamon and peanuts, accompanied by a scoop of ice cream of your choice.
The friendly staff will be happy to advise you if you don’t know where to turn.
Average price: €31
We love:
- Authentic, homemade Korean specialties
- A convivial setting focused on sharing
Information and Reservations (website in French)
APU
35 Rue Bergère, 75009 Paris
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Set sail for Peru at APU! This Peruvian restaurant revisits the burger with typical Latin American flavors.
In a 100% Peruvian decor, from the walls to the furniture, you’ll find on the menu: the Chicharron with confit pork belly and Creole sauce, the Asado de res with charcoal-roasted Charolais beef, or the Conquistador with fried squid and “pimientos de padrón.”
Burger buns are carefully prepared each morning with fresh, local produce.
Average price: €25
We love:
- A simple yet original menu
- The friendly setting
Information and Reservations (website in French)
Le Diamant de Paris
59 Rue Servan, 750011 Paris
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This Asian-inspired French restaurant will satisfy all tastes with its varied menu, ranging from land to sea, including vegetarian menus.
You’ll find, for example, Thai-style tartare, roasted cod with butter and yuzu, or Iberian pluma with teriyaki lacquered sauce.
Average price: €25
We love:
- French cuisine with a touch of Asia
- A varied menu
Aarchna
19 Rue du Télégraphe, 75020 Paris
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In a typical oriental decor, this Indian restaurant serves traditional dishes that are sure to take you on a journey.
The friendly staff take the time to explain the wide-ranging menu.
These include Chapati (toasted rye flour bread); Palak Paneer (spinach curry with seasonal cheese); and their house specialty, Keema Mattur (minced lamb with peas).
Average price: €26
We love:
- The 100% authentic menu
- A sumptuous setting that transports us to India
Le Reminet
3 Rue des Grands Degrés, 75005 Paris
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This little bistro in the heart of the Latin Quarter offers French dishes that stand out for their quality and generous quantity.
In a sober, luminous setting, you’ll enjoy a menu of great finesse, including a fish carpaccio with citrus fruits, marinated Iberian pluma, and a tonka cream strawberry with strawberry-mint sorbet.
This romantic little bistro is the perfect place to enjoy a quiet, cool meal, away from the noise of the surrounding terraces.
Average price: €46
We love:
- The simple, effective card
- Cozy, pleasant surroundings
Il Covo
104 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris
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Head for Italy with Il Covo, a true artisanal pasta paradise!
There’s something for everyone, and I highly recommend the lemon spaghetti with mussels and clams, which are perfect for summer. The potato-crusted swordfish slice is also well worth a try.
The restaurant’s friendly, relaxed atmosphere and live music make it the perfect place to share, chat, and even meet new people in the heat of the day.
Average price: €26
We love:
- The quality of home-made pasta
- The warm, friendly atmosphere
L’Auberge de Venise
10 Rue Delambre, 75014 Paris
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In a richly decorated restaurant, we’re staying in Italy with the Auberge de Venise, but this time with a more varied menu.
Salmon carpaccio, minestrone, linguine with clams, bolognese pasta, boletus risotto, or Milanese veal shank, the restaurant is a true gateway to Italy.
Average price: €32
We love:
- The rich menu
- The pleasant, beautifully decorated setting
Information and Reservations (website in French)
Elysées Hong-Kong
80 Rue Michel Ange, 75016 Paris
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This small Chinese restaurant in the 16th arrondissement offers a classic menu that’s mastered to perfection.
On the menu: dim sums, shrimp salad with Thai-style pineapple, Peking duck, and the famous crying tiger (tender, marinated beef filet).
The varied menu offers many other typical dishes and even vegetarian options.
Average price: €33
We love:
- The finesse of the dishes
- The classic but varied menu
Le Village
86 Avenue Parmentier, 75011 Paris
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Enjoy traditional Senegalese cuisine in a sumptuous setting at Le Village.
Try the Féroce d’avocat (mashed avocado and cod), the famous yassa chicken, or the typical mafé chicken.
For a change of scenery, I highly recommend the refreshing bissap (hibiscus flower) and bouye (baobab) juice.
Average price: €32
We love:
- The 100% authentic menu
- The restaurant’s exotic decor
Information and Reservations (website in French)
Matsuri Victor Hugo
119-121 Avenue Victor Hugo, 75116 Paris
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Head for Japan with Matsuri, one of the capital’s best sushi bars.
In keeping with the restaurant’s concept, the sushi moves along a conveyor, which you have to pick up if you feel like it. A fun way to enjoy sushi at your own pace.
The setting is calm and pleasant, the ideal place to enjoy cool sushi.
Average price: €21
We love:
- The fun concept of the conveyor
- The variety of sushi and other dishes
Information and Reservations (website in French)
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