The 6 addresses by style
| Address | Area | Style |
|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th) | smash burger, ranked 6th best burger in the world by Time Out |
| Blend | several addresses (2nd, 5th, 13th…) | Parisian burger group, often voted best burger in Paris |
| Le Ruisseau | Paris 18th | bread baked on site twice a day, Limousin beef |
| Dumbo | Pigalle, rue des Petites-Écuries, and other branches | chef-style burgers, 4 addresses in Paris per a 2026 ranking |
| Superette | Paris 11th | unashamed classics, arrived in Paris in summer 2026 |
| Samy's BBQ Burger | Paris 20th | meat smoked on site, low prices |
How to choose
- Smash: thin, crisp patty, quick to eat. Specimen is the media reference.
- Bistro burger: baker's bun, quality beef, house fries. Le Ruisseau and Blend play this card.
- Smoked and cheap: Samy's BBQ Burger, for a meal without a booking.
At peak times (lunch and 7:30-9 pm), expect a wait in the small rooms. Many places do not take reservations, so arrive early.
Pairing it with a visit
The addresses in the 2nd, the 5th and Saint-Germain fit a walk: our guide to Paris cafés suggests an afternoon stop, and a food tour in the Marais lets you taste French food with a guide.
The Paris Authority editorial team, read on 30 October 2026.
