Chez Alain Miam Miam is easily one of the best sandwich spots in Paris and absolutely worth the…read morehype, even with the long lines. We tried the jambon sandwich and chicken baguette, paired with a golden ale beer and coffee. Both sandwiches were outstanding--freshly made with incredible bread, generous fillings, and a perfect balance of textures. The strong cheese they offer on the side is a must; it pairs beautifully with the sandwiches, and the staff even lets you try it before deciding, which is a great touch. We did go around 2pm and unfortunately the pastrami was already sold out, which speaks to how popular it is. We also waited about 30-40 minutes in line, but it moved steadily and didn't feel too painful. We were lucky to find a spot to dine in, though most people grab their food to go. Service was friendly and quick despite the constant rush. The atmosphere is more grab-and-go than sit-down, with very limited indoor seating. Most people take their sandwiches to enjoy at a nearby park, which actually adds to the experience. Be prepared for a queue, but it moves faster than expected--and the payoff is absolutely worth it for what might be the best sandwich in the city.

OMSammy. Absolutely one of the best sandwiches I've ever had in my life. They're huge! I strongly…read moresuggest sharing one. These sandwiches are curated, edible pieces of art made with love by the one and only Alain. It's easy to see why they're so popular. People love the sandwiches so much that his stall inside Marche' Des Efants Rouges can see lines lasting upwards of an hour or more. And people stay in the line. We lucked out and only had to wait about twenty minutes. I tell you, I'd wait all day if need be. I often dream of the sandwiches we had and can't wait to have them again. A picture is worth a thousand words and therefore, my photos can tell you everything you need to know about how good the sandwiches were. It makes me smile when I look at the pic of us with Alain. What a wonderful human being producing wonderful food for the people.

This small shop by the Marche des Enfants Rouges, Paris' outdoor covered market, is definitely…read moreworth the stop. When I went, there was a long line that stretched through much of the block. They allow one group at a time into the shop for a fully curated Jamon Beurre experience. Yep, that is all you can get here. Ham sandwiches, but it's a much more involved experience than that. When you walk in, there is an entire wall with a cooler displaying every kind of ham possible. You have to pick whether you want cured or just baked ham. What region? They offer Italian, French, Spanish and then you have to narrow it down to the region! Then you do the same with the cheese. I ended up getting two sandwiches, the cured ham from Spain's basque country paired with Ossau-Iraty, or basque sheep milk cheese. My other sandwich was a French baked ham sandwich with comte. Which was the winner? I have to say, the cured meat from Spain was out of this world and in our taste test, was the top winner. I know, I shouldn't say that in France!

Worth the wait! Waited for only about 30 minutes for this lunch spot and it was well worth the…read morewait! We had no idea what the menu said or what to get and the worker was so sweet and helped explain all of the options and what the favorites were. Small little shop, only allows 1 group at a time which honestly makes you feel like rushed/judged. We went with 2 types, one cooked and one curated meat and the one with Brie cheese and one with truffle cheese. Absolutely phenomenal and would recommend if youre in pairs!

Get the raclette!! You won't regret it. We got 1 raclette…read moreand 1 parisian and we thought to ourselves that we should have gotten 2 raclettes instead! They take credit cards! The staff speaks English but if you try to order in French, they will appreciate it!

We first discovered this place a year ago and since the same table was free this time we decided to…read moreofficially make it a tradition to stop here and have a pint. We grab the table on the left just outside. It's great to people watch. They have a decent happy hour for pints of lager and this time we got a Nutella crepe and a shot of the absinthe. The staff are always friendly and seeing the large crowds walk by is fun. Will definitely come back next year!

We popped into this charming little bakery near Westfield mall during our quick stop in Paris and…read moreoh my goodness, it did not disappoint! I grabbed a flaky pistachio pastry and a classic baguette for the road, and both were absolutely heavenly - buttery, fresh, and full of that perfect French flavor. My husband went for their ham and cheese croissant and couldn't stop raving about how crispy and gooey it was. The staff was super friendly even though our French is terrible, and everything felt warm and welcoming. We ended up taking a few extra treats back to the hotel because we just couldn't resist. If you're anywhere nearby, definitely make the detour - it's the real deal! We're already dreaming about going back.

I stayed at the hotel across from this pastry shop, and I fell in love with it the moment I saw it…read more It was spotless, offered breathtakingly delicious pastries, and the air was filled with the aroma of fresh baguettes.

Absolutely worth the line for a sandwich!! You have heard the hype and you simply must go! We were…read morein the area and looking for a late lunch so we stopped by around 2PM and got in line. We had to wait about 15 minutes but it was so worth it! We got of the ham, cheese and butter sandwiches and my my this was amazing! For $20, the sandwiches were a GREAT price and absolutely delicious! No need to sit inside just grab and go and enjoy!

Le Petit Vendôme is one of those places you'll see all over social media and travel guides, often…read morepraised for serving one of the best sandwiches in Paris. Naturally, we had to see what all the excitement was about. ambience has that old-school Parisian bistro feel We ordered their best sellers and while both sandwiches were made with quality ingredients, fresh bread, and generous fillings, they just didn't live up to the expectations. They were good, but they weren't the kind of sandwiches that make you stop after the first bite and think, this is amazing. I honestly don't understand the hype. After waiting in line, I expected something truly memorable, but it turned out to be just a good sandwich, nothing more. If you happen to pass by when there's little or no queue, it's worth trying. But if there's a long line, I'd skip it and head to one of the many other excellent sandwich shops in Paris. For me, the wait simply wasn't justified.

La Parisienne is indicative of the deterioration of French food in Paris. Even worse, it shows what…read morebad taste in food, Parisians have developed. We went to the Jardin de Luxembourg branch. Everything looked good and we decided to wait in the obscenely long line. The croissant and pistachio vienoiserie were greasy and underbaked. The insides were raw and slimy; same for the cookies. The lamination on the pain au chocolate was around 990 layers short of a millefeuille. We tried something at the St. Germaine branch. It was much better, but still barely edible.

Great bakery with delicious treats and snacks. Price is fair and service is good for Franceread more

Service was super friendly, and the crepes were to die for. We got the Biscoff crepe and ohhh my…read moregosssh it was so good we went back for another one! I wish I could've tried the ham crepes too, but we were definitely in the mood for something sweet. If you're craving a sweet treat, you've gotta give this spot a try. 1000/10!

I knew i would need another sandwich on a baguette before i quit today , just looking for the right…read moretake away. Ham n cheese n lettuce n tomato. Not warmed. Right out of the case. Delicious

Maybe the best crepes we have ever had but couple that with the enthusiasm that the owner brought…read moremade this place a sweet little surprise. We all high recommend this place but be prepared there isn't much seating. This Cafe is definitely a Happy Caffe.

We had finished exploring the Louvre and were looking for lunch. Since we exited onto Rue Rivoli, I…read morefigured there would be someplace we could find as the block seemed to be lined with shops and eateries. I whipped out Yelp and noticed that I had Happy Caffe bookmarked. I'm not sure how it landed in my collection, but the reviews were excellent thought it would be a good option for lunch - so off we went. Happy sits right on the street - it's a super small space with barely any room inside and several tables outside on the sidewalk. They did a good job making room for us - I have to say they mastered the art of optimizing what little space they have but even still be prepared for a tight fit. The menu has a selection of baked good, crepes, and sandwiches. We asked the employee working behind the counter what they recommended and he suggested the kebab panini as he sells many of them every day. We decided to each get one, which was served promptly. The sandwich wasn't my favorite - the chicken seemed a little off, and it wasn't that tasty. I wouldn't say it was awful, but I also wouldn't order it again. Looking back, perhaps I ordered the wrong thing (despite it being recommended to me). I'm puzzled by all these 5-star reviews - maybe the crepes are better? Two stars for the friendly and attentive service, but I would bypass this spot next time I'm in Paris.

Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5/5…read moreAmbiance: 3.5/5 I needed to have a charcuterie at least once in Paris and found this place while roaming in the city. They have few small tables out front. Charcuterie did come with good presentation like wood board or anything but it was a good portion. I didn't read the menu closely and ordered charcuterie as soon as saw it. I wanted to have some cheese with it. I should have ordered assiette royale which comes with both meat and cheese. I also ordered Andrea which comes with burrata. It was great with salad and lemon shavings but anchovies were pretty salty. I suggest to eat it with some kind of bread. Between that two orders, I was stuffed and couldn't even finish it. Honestly it was meant for 3 to 4 people. One of the employees speak English and she was very nice. Overall experience was great and good spot to hang out.

I came here to get Burrata, cup of Wine, and Charcuterie box while watching people on streets in…read moreParis. This is such a cute little place. We sat outside at one of their small table on the street. It reminded me of eating street foods in Asia; except this is in Paris. Service was good but could be better if they can explain us what to order on their menu. I liked the Burrata which was creamy with tangy salad and anchovies. It was a great appetizer for us. Charcuterie came with a paper box in to-go or take-out style. It had variety of cured meat slices. Meats had good flavors, textures, tastes from salty to spicy and tangy from lemon slices. It was good to pair with Burrata. Recommend this place in Paris!

La Parisienne is far superior to " le meilleur croissant du monde" just 1 block away. Friendly…read morestaff indoor and outdoor seating without hundreds of people waiting in line. Pain au chocolat melts in your mouth. The lightest buttery croissant you've ever had. Plus sandwiches of all varieties with chicken, cheese, pizza flavor etc.

Unreal! Reasonable always fresh and simply fantastic. The bread is warm and crunchy and their…read moresandwiches are great. We went here 5 times in the week we were in Paris. It's for sure a can't miss!