Sophie Friedman
After a long stint at Michelin Guide in New York, Sophie Friedman moved to France and today spends her weekends criss-crossing the country by train finding the best things to eat. Before working at Michelin, Sophie lived in Shanghai for many years, writing about trends across China for the Wall Street Journal, travel guidebooks for Fodor's, and luxe hotels and restaurants for Forbes Travel Guide. Her favorite thing about eating in Paris is that you can find food from [almost] any country in the world, and her #1 favorite French food is, unapologetically, bread.
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The Best Restaurants Near The Eiffel Tower
Avoid the stale sandwiches—the 7th is hiding great ramen, burgers, and bistros.
Kodawari Ramen
Kodawari Ramen serves its namesake, the perfect antidote to a gray Parisian winter day.
Crêperie Gigi
Gigi is a cute little crêperie in the Marais where you can people-watch from the sidewalk tables.
Marché des Enfants Rouges
Marché des Enfants Rouges is a 17th-century covered market with a few stand-out restaurants.
Bouillon
Bouillon is a popular traditional French spot where classic dishes come with very low prices.
Octave
Octave is a fancy fusion spot in the 16th that combines contemporary French cooking with seasonal Korean ingredients.
Positive Café
Positive Café is a great provisions spot for a picnic at the public parks of Versailles, or a lunch before heading into the palace.