Are you looking for a place to eat on New Year’s Eve? Whether you prefer spending this special evening in a luxurious restaurant in a Parisian luxury hotel or in a convivial place on the Seine River, I’ve selected the best places in Paris for you to eat at and celebrate New Year’s Eve.
But first, let’s take a look at their location:
⚡ In a hurry? Here are my top picks:
- The chicest: Jean Imbert in the Plaza Athénée Hotel
- The most original one: Cabana Beach (website in French)
- The most affordable one: Le Bouillon Chartier
- The best dinner cruise on the Seine River: Yachts de Paris
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Famous Restaurants
Jean Imbert in the Plaza Athénée Hotel
25 Av. Montaigne, 75008 Paris
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This Michelin-starred restaurant located within the Plaza Athénée Hotel is well-known for its exquisite French cuisine and luxurious atmosphere.
Enjoy gourmet dishes made out of high-quality ingredients as you get a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower.
Have an exquisite candlelight dinner and spend an opulent and sophisticated evening with Chef Jean Imbert’s dynamic cuisine. The restaurant offers a special menu for New Year’s Eve every year. Last year’s special menu was a truffle-based dish.
💰 Price (starting from): €995 per person (drinks not included) – €1.310 (including drinks)
😍 We love:
- The luxurious and high-quality ingredients
- The lavish setting and the view of the Eiffel Tower
⚡ Booking information:
- Dress code: evening wear is mandatory
- Booking several months in advance is required
- Book a table at Jean Imbert in the Plaza Athénée Hotel
Le Jules Verne
Tour Eiffel, 2ème, Av. Gustave Eiffel, 75007 Paris
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Located on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, this Michelin-starred restaurant provides a panoramic view of Paris and features a delicious menu including prestigious wines created by Chef Frédéric Anton. This is an unforgettable place to celebrate New Year’s Eve.
Enjoy the restaurant’s special menu for New Year’s Eve as the tower lights up and fireworks set off.
💰 Price (starting from): €600 per person (drinks not included) – €800 per person (including drinks)
😍 We love:
- The modern decoration within a historical landmark
- The cuisine and the incredible view
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several months in advance is required
- Smart dress is required
- Book a table at Le Jules Verne
Épicure
112 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008 Paris
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The 5-stars hotel Le Bristol Paris is home to this 3-star Michelin restaurant and its traditional French cuisine with a contemporary twist.
The elegant dining room, decorated with chandeliers and fresh flowers, creates an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere. On New Year’s Eve, you can enjoy a special gourmet menu in soft lighting and orchestral music playing in the background.
💰 Price (starting from): €1450 per person
😍 We love:
- The splendid décor and the 19th-century old pure marble fireplace
- The gourmet dinner by French Chef of the Year Éric Frechon
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking in advance is required
- Smart dress is required
- Book a table at Épicure
La Tour d’Argent
15-19 Quai de la Tournelle, 75005 Paris
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This iconic Paris restaurant located on the Seine River’s left bank offers a breathtaking view of the Notre-Dame Cathedral and the illuminated city.
The New Year’s Eve menu features sophisticated French gourmet cuisine and a selection of fine wines. At midnight, you will be offered a toast with champagne to celebrate New Year along with the other diners.
💰 Price (starting from): €580 per person
😍 We love:
- The gastronomic cuisine by Chef Yannick Franques and the gigantic wine cellar
- The incredible setting and the stunning view of the Notre Dame Cathedral
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several weeks in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at La Tour d’Argent
Le Meurice – Alain Ducasse
228 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
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This two-starred restaurant located in Le Meurice hotel, and run by chef Alain Ducasse, offers inventive French cuisine made from the finest ingredients. The beautifully decorated dining room is worth seeing alone and the flawless service tops it off to ensure an unforgettable dining experience.
To complement the New Year’s themed menu, you will be offered a champagne toast by midnight to celebrate New Year along with the other diners.
💰 Price (starting from): €480 per person (drinks not included)
😍 We love:
- The room decor featuring strong lines and contemporary materials in a “Grand Siècle” inspired setting
- The natural flavor preservation of products thanks to high-quality culinary structures
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several weeks in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Le Meurice – Alain Ducasse
Le Cinq
31 Av. George V, 75008 Paris
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The three-starred Michelin restaurant is located within the George V Four Seasons Hotel and offers exquisite French cuisine by Chef Christian Le Squer.
The opulent dining room featuring tall chandeliers and silk-covered walls is the setting for a truly luxurious dining experience. You will be offered a champagne toast to celebrate the New Year along with the other diners.
💰 Price (starting from): €1750 per person
😍 We love:
- The unforgettable interlude during New Year’s evening
- The highly elegantly decorated reception room for the ultimate luxury experience
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several months in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Le Cinq
Les Ombres
27 Quai Jacques Chirac, 75007 Paris
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This trendy restaurant located on the Quai Branly Museum’s rooftop offers a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower and the Seine River.
The restaurant offers a special menu for New Year’s Eve featuring modern French cuisine.
💰 Price (starting from): €458 per person
😍 We love:
- The impressive view of the Seine River and the Eiffel Tower
- The French gourmet and refined cuisine
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several months in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Les Ombres
Cruises on the Seine River
Tourist River Boats
Pont de l’Alma, 32 Port de la Conférence (Rive Droite), 75008 Paris
Spend a magical New Year’s Eve aboard a luxurious glass-walled boat as you cruise down the Seine.
The 6-course menu features French gourmet cuisine and you will even be offered a champagne toast by midnight.
A female vocalist and an orchestra will perform in the background offering an outstanding musical atmosphere as you are having dinner. Of course, New Year’s Eve calls for a dance night, so once the boat returns to dock you will be free to dance and celebrate all night long.
💰 Price (starting from): €460 per person
😍 We love:
- Having dinner along the Seine in a dream setting
- How excellent the cuisine is
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several months in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is mandatory
- Book a table on a tourist river boat
Paris Seine
Musée d’Orsay, Port Solferino, 75007 Paris
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Get aboard an elegant boat for a romantic dinner cruise along the Seine River as you celebrate New Year’s Eve.
The 4-course menu features French gourmet cuisine and a champagne toast will be offered by midnight. Additionally, live performances will take place during the evening.
💰 Price (starting from): €430 per person
😍 We love:
- The view of the Eiffel Tower right as the fireworks set off
- The dance party at the dock past midnight
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several months in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Paris Seine
Yachts de Paris
Port Henri IV, 75004 Paris
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Get aboard a luxurious yacht for a dinner cruise along the Seine River as you celebrate New Year’s Eve.
The 6-course menu features French gourmet cuisine and a champagne toast will be offered by midnight. Additionally, live performances will take place during the evening.
💰 Price (starting from): €585 per person
😍 We love:
- The beautiful tri-deck yachts with their splendid fireplaces for an elegant dinner cruise
- The excellent gourmet cuisine
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several months in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Yachts de Paris
Affordable Restaurants
Le Coupe-Chou
11 Rue de Lanneau, 75005 Paris
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This charming restaurant is located within the even more charming Latin Quarter. Additionally, the wooden beams and stone walls contribute to the intimate and romantic atmosphere of the place.
The New Year’s Eve menu offers classic French dishes in a unique warm atmosphere.
Le Coupe-Chou offers plenty of unique settings. Have dinner in the lounge areas with open fireplaces or velvet-covered walls, in the wood-decorated dining room, the library, or even in the winter garden – you decide!
Each year, the place succeeds in recreating the magical feeling of the end-of-the-year celebrations, so come and immerse yourself within all these enchanting settings.
💰 Price (starting from): €129 per person (drinks not included)
😍 We love:
- The different welcoming and warm rooms
- The excellent price-quality ratio
⚡ Booking information:
- Unique menu (vegan options are available)
- Booking in advance is required (you will be asked for an advance payment)
- Book a table at Le Coupe-Chou
Cheper – Le Perchoir
53 bis rue des Francs Bourgeois, 75004 Paris
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This unique rooftop, located in the 4th arrondissement, offers a breathtaking view of the city in a lively and festive atmosphere to celebrate New Year’s Eve.
The menu features creative and original dishes. This is a super trendy and Instagrammable place. The New Year’s celebrations also include a DJ set, which ends around 4 am, giving you plenty of time to dance and celebrate.
💰 Price (starting from): €95 per person
😍 We love:
- The beautiful dome and the greenery decoration
- The delicious and affordable cocktails
⚡ Booking information:
- Veggie options are available
- Booking in advance and elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Cheper – Le Perchoir (website in French)
La Felicità
5 Parvis Alan Turing, 75013 Paris
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This great Italian brasserie, located in the 13th arrondissement, offers a warm and festive atmosphere in a huge and impressive setting. The menu offers a wide selection of Italian dishes, cocktails, and beers.
For New Year’s Eve, you’re invited to an operatic evening transformed into an extravagant party, combining crazy opera, baroque happenings and festive surprises. Get ready in your finest attire for a journey between Italian elegance and joyous madness.
💰 Price (starting from): €19 per person
😍 We love:
- The food stalls are just like in a real food market, perfect for friend groups!
- The great cocktails and the delicious Italian food
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking in advance and elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at La Felicità (website in French)
Le Kong
1 Rue du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris
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This Asian restaurant, located on a Parisian rooftop within the 1st arrondissement, offers a panoramic view of the city and La Samaritaine Mall. Eat refined and creative Asian dishes in a chic and elegant atmosphere.
💰 Price (starting from): €500 per person
😍 We love:
- The super trendy and original décor by home designers Laurent Taïeb and Philippe Starck
- The excellent revisited Asian classic dishes
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking 3 weeks in advance and elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Le Kong
Le Bouillon Chartier
7 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009
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This historic restaurant, located in the 9th arrondissement, is well-known for its French traditional cuisine and charming decor inspired by “Belle Époque.”
Since 1896, the restaurant has been serving classic dishes, and the New Year’s Eve menu is no exception.
This special menu features a range of French classic dishes, such as escargots, bœuf bourguignon, and crème brûlée. Each dish is prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients and served in an authentic and welcoming atmosphere.
Because of their affordable prices and friendly service, the Bouillon Chartier is one of the locals’ and travelers’ favorite places to eat. If you want to give French traditional cuisine a try, their New Year’s Eve special menu will definitely please you. Additionally, you will spend the evening in a charming and historic setting.
💰 Price (starting from): €30 per person
😍 We love:
- The “Belle Époque” inspired décor
- The excellent revisited French classic dishes at an unbeatable price
⚡ Booking information:
- No booking is required but you must arrive early enough
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Le Bouillon Chartier
Cabana Beach
12 Bd de Sébastopol, 75004 Paris
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Cabana Beach is a unique beach-themed restaurant, located in Paris’ city center, well-known for its tropical atmosphere and delicious cuisine.
This year, the restaurant offers an exceptional New Year’s Eve menu that will definitely leave an impression.
The menu features a wide range of dishes such as: fresh seafood, delicious meats, and heavenly desserts, each skillfully prepared with the finest ingredients by the restaurant’s talented chefs.
Additionally, you will eat in an astonishing beach-inspired decor with sandy floors, palm trees, and colorful umbrellas.
💰 Price (starting from): €80 per person
😍 We love:
- The super original decoration, perfect for a change of scenery from Paris
- The confetti rain, the giant karaoke (with prizes!), and surprise shows
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several weeks in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Cabana Beach (website in French)
Djakarta-Bali
9 Rue Vauvilliers, 75001 Paris
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Jakarta-Bali is a trendy Indonesian restaurant, located in Paris’ city center, offering a unique and tasty dining experience.
The New Year’s Eve menu features a range of traditional Indonesian dishes, such as: beef rendang, nasi goreng, and gado-gado, each prepared with fresh aromatic ingredients and strong spices.
The setting is inspired by the Indonesian vibrant culture with colorful murals and traditional fabrics hanging on the walls.
Because of its lively and festive atmosphere, Jakarta-Bali is the perfect place to celebrate New Year’s Eve with your friends and family.
💰 Price (starting from): €155 per person
😍 We love:
- The Balinese traditional dance performance
- The delicious traditional Indonesian dishes
⚡ Booking information:
- Booking several weeks in advance is required
- Elegant clothing is recommended
- Book a table at Djakarta-Bali
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