Where to Eat in the 4th Arrondissement

The 4th arrondissement, also known as Le Marais, is a historic district located in the heart of Paris, on the right bank of the Seine River. It is one of the city's oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods, with a combination of modern and medieval architecture, winding cobblestone alleyways, secret courtyards, hip cafes, stylish shops, and some of Paris' most well-known landmarks. It also happens to be home to the best falafel outside of the Middle East.

Here are a few of my favorite spots:

Bistrot des Tournelles

A no-frills bistro with solid, perfect food. (Le Fooding’s best bistro of 2023!)

6 rue des Tournelles 75004 Paris

Open Tuesday – Saturday; 7 – 11pm

@bistrotdestournelles

Bonnie

A bar-club-staurant with a stellar view of the city.

10 Rue Agrippa d'Aubigné, 75004 Paris

Open daily; lunch: noon – 2:30pm; dinner: 7pm – midnight; the bar: 3pm – midnight; the club: 11:30p – 3am (Weds – Sat only)

@bonnie_restaurant

Chez Janou

End the meal with the chocolate mousse. You’re welcome.

2 rue Roger Verlomme, 75003 Paris

Open daily from 8am – 2am; kitchen is open noon – 3pm, and 7 – 11:30pm

@chezjanou

Fabula

The perfect courtyard coffee spot.

16 Rue des Francs Bourgeois, 75004 Paris

Open Tuesday — Sunday; 10am – 5pm (8pm on weekends)

@fabula.paris

L'As du Fallafel

The aforementioned best falafel.

34 Rue des Rosiers, 75004 Paris

Open Sunday — Friday; 11am – 11pm* (*closes 4pm on Fridays)

@lasdufallafel