Women's Lifestyle October 5, 2025 0 Comments

Unlock Paris’ Best-Kept Bistro Secrets: 6 Spots That’ll Fuel Your Body and Boost Your Soul Like Never Before!

Ever notice how some obsessions don’t just sneak into your life—they take up residence, become the heartbeat of your daily grind, the fuel that keeps your fire burning? October’s got us diving deep into those very fixations that spark joy, forge connections, and push us forward when the going gets tough. Imagine this: a Paris-based chef, fresh off opening a Thai restaurant in Tbilisi (yes, that Tbilisi!), giving you an insider’s guide to her cherished city canteens. It’s a peek behind the curtain at places where atmosphere, authenticity, and a sprinkle of charm reign supreme—no Michelin badge required to feel the magic. So, whether you’re a foodie hunting for your next obsession or simply curious why we cling to these everyday delights, you’re in for a ride worth savoring. Trust me, sometimes it’s less about the fancy and more about the familiar and warm. Curious? Dive in and discover the spots that keep the passion alive. LEARN MORE

For the month of October, Bazaar will be celebrating our obsessions—how they delight us, connect us, and keep us going. Tune in each day for a new story, or go here to read them all.

Just back from opening her new restaurant Laan Thai in Tbilisi, Georgia’s new Telegraph hotel, the Thai born, Paris-based chef Rose Chalalai Singh (dinner at her Rose Kitchen private dining is a coveted invitation especially over fashion week) shares her favorite canteens in the City of Light.

Chez George

This place is an institution. The food is not amazing but it has the most Parisienne and friendly atmosphere. It’s a ten-minute walk from my house so it’s really my canteen in the city. We always sit at the same table, they bring us radishes, bread and butter and salt right away, and I always order the same dishes: in summer I love the cold ratatouille and in winter the salad with grilled goat cheese is incredible. (Order the foie gras too; it’s better than the one at L’ami Louis). There are always the same five or six waiters and waitresses and they all have different characters, but they remember everyone and treat everyone the same, whether you are Wes Anderson or an American tourist from Texas.

Courtesy Chez Georges

Chez George

Hanada

Masayoshi Hanada, who used to work at Sushi B, has just opened his own restaurant this summer and I am sure he will get a Michelin star soon. He’s great, a master, and while there are quite a few Japanese restaurants in Paris there are only a handful that are truly excellent. It’s very expensive—like 350 euros a person expensive—but you go for the once in a lifetime experience of it.

Thai Yim 1

This is a super authentic Thai restaurant in the 13^th Arrondissement in Chinatown very far away from everything, almost outside Paris. It’s tiny with maybe four tables inside. For me it’s like being in Thailand. The food is very good, and you just order everything on the menu and share.

Yen

This Japanese canteen is famous for their soba and the quality of their tofu. I always get the same thing when I go—soba and tofu—and it is always good. I love the owner. He has been there forever. It’s located right next to Café Florent in the 6^th.

Cibus

This special little Italian trattoria, open for lunch and dinner, is run by Elio, the owner from Sicily, and maybe two other people. Sometimes it’s just Elio who is doing everything. There are only about 15 seats, and you won’t find a menu or wine list or prices. I don’t even know if they have a sign. You just sit down and he tells you what he has that day. There are just a few starters and mains; it could be grilled sardines and raw artichokes and there might be a ragu or spaghetti vongole. Normally I get a table but when they are full there is nothing you can do. Fashion week? Don’t even think about it.

elegant bar setting with decor and service items

courtesy Le Voltaire

Le Voltaire

⁠⁠Le Voltaire

This place is beautiful and charming and costs like 300 euros per person but you should only go there if you are with Michele Lamy. Otherwise, forget it. It’s impossible to get a reservation. She is one of the few that can always get a table. They treat her like a queen.