How this selection was put together
The addresses below exist and are located in the 1st arrondissement, within walking distance of the Louvre. The prices shown are reference points recorded in September 2026 (à la carte prices or lunch set menu depending on the case, drinks excluded unless stated otherwise): they change along with the restaurants' menus. Check opening hours and whether you need to book directly with the restaurant before heading over.
Quick bite (under €15)
| Address | Cuisine | Indicative price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| L'As du Falafel Express | Middle Eastern (falafel) | about €6.50 | Rue de Rivoli |
| L'Hamburgé de Big Fernand | Burgers | €11-14.90 | Rue Saint-Honoré |
| Gyoza Bar | Japanese (gyoza) | €10-14 | Rue Sainte-Anne, about 10 min on foot |
Affordable lunch (€15-25)
| Address | Cuisine | Indicative price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comptoir du Panthéon | French bistro | from €13.50 (lunch set menu) | Rue de l'Oratoire |
| Le Petit Vendôme | French bistro/tavern | mains from €17.50 | Near place Vendôme |
| Le Waly-Fay Express | African (mafé, yassa) | €9-11 | Passage Rickey |
A more refined meal (from €50 per person, drinks excluded)
| Address | Cuisine | Indicative price | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Grand Véfour | French, listed historic setting under the arcades of the Palais-Royal | €120-220/pers., starters €26-46, mains €48-92 | Recommended in the evening |
| Maison Ruggieri Palais Royal | Upmarket Italian | fine dining | Recommended |
| Le Relais du Louvre | French, hushed setting | mid-to-upper range | Recommended |
Le Grand Véfour reopened in spring 2026 under chef Bruno Doucet and the Paris Society banner, in the same listed décor facing the Palais-Royal gardens; it is no longer the two-star restaurant of the Guy Martin era but serves a more generous French cuisine, with no stated ambition for Michelin recognition.
After the meal
To extend the outing, the Tuileries garden is a few minutes' walk from most of these addresses. If you are also looking for somewhere to stay in this area, our selection Where to stay near the Louvre compares the neighbourhood's hotels by budget.
Choose according to your break
- Between galleries: the simplest option is a quick bite on rue de Rivoli or rue Saint-Honoré, or the food court of the Carrousel du Louvre, which is open without a museum ticket.
- After the visit: the bistros around the Oratoire and the Palais-Royal offer a real lunch at reasonable prices.
- For a special occasion: book the refined tables of the Palais-Royal for the evening.
Avoid: menus translated into several languages with photos of the dishes, facing the museum. Read recent reviews before sitting down.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I eat quickly near the Louvre? Rue de Rivoli and rue Saint-Honoré for a falafel, a burger or gyozas, at roughly €6.50 to €14.90.
What budget should I plan for lunch near the Louvre? Under €15 for a quick bite, €15 to €25 for a bistro, €50 or more per person for a refined table, drinks excluded.
Do I need to book? For the refined tables of the Palais-Royal, yes, especially in the evening. For a quick bite, no.
Which restaurants should I avoid? Those with photo menus and touts facing the museum: it is better to walk a few streets away.
