You would like to try snails (escargot in French) while you’re in Paris ? Here are some addresses.
Escargot is French means snails. And yes, it’s a French food specialty even if it might sound weird.
If you’re an adventurous eater you might want to give it a try. We can also eat frog legs and brain but you can maybe save this for a second or third trip to Paris.
Where can you find escargot in Paris ?
You will find them in traditional french restaurants, brasseries or bistrots.
What do the escargot taste like ?
Honestly, nothing.
If you eat seafood, the texture is just like calamari or mussels. The traditional way to serve them is in their shells and they are covered with butter and garlic. Nothing can’t be wrong with this.
At some places they can be served in a mushroom.
How do you order escargot ?
They are served by 6 or 12.
If you’re not too sure about them, I recommend to order a plate of 6 to share with your partner. Then you could ask for another plate.
How do you eat escargot ?
My tips :
- They will be served with a special equipment : tongs and a mini fork.
Since the snails are served in their shell, you need to take them out. Grab the shell with the tongs (round part at the bottom) and use your tiny fork to take him out. - If you have trouble to grab your snail in the shell, ask for a toothpick (cure dent in French).
- Once you ate the escargot, don’t forget to spill the butter that’s inside the shell in your plate. You don’t want to waste your delicious butter. Then dip a piece of baguette and enjoy that sauce.
Where to Eat Escargot in Paris ?
L’Escargot Montorgueil
Snails are the specialty of this restaurant.
Located in central Paris since the mid-19th century, this restaurant is one of the classics of Les Halles area. They serve the traditional butter and garlic escargot but they also have other recipes with Roquefort cheese or curry.
You can eat on the terrace but make sure to have a look at the fabulous decor inside.
38 Rue Montorgueil, 75001 Paris
Le Grand Colbert
Le Grand Colbert is one of the classical Parisian brasseries located in the Galerie Vivienne, one of the beautiful covered passage of the city. Classical French food and escargot of course.
2 Rue Vivienne, 75002 Paris
La Coupole
This Art deco brasserie listed as historical heritage is one of the classics of the left bank in the Montparnasse area.
102 Bd du Montparnasse, 75014 Paris
Benoit Paris
This restaurant belongs to Alain Ducasse (€€€€). You will find escargot but also beef bourguignon boeuf bourguignon.
20 Rue Saint-Martin, 75004 Paris
And also
Chez André, classical restaurant close to the Champs-Elysées with Bouillabaisse and escargot, 12 Rue Marbeuf, 75008 Paris
Au petit riche, close to the Opera house, 25 Rue Le Peletier, 75009 Paris
La Fontaine de Mars, bistro close to the Eiffel tower, 129 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris
La Poule au Pot, close to the Louvre, 9 Rue Vauvilliers, 75001 Paris
Aux Lyonnais, typical bistro that belongs to the chef Alain Ducasse, 32 Rue Saint-Marc, 75002 Paris
Au Pied de Cochon, 6 Rue Coquillière, 75001 Paris
Robert et Louise, restaurant for meat lovers in the Marais area, 64 Rue Vieille-du-Temple, 75003 Paris
Aux Crus de Bourgogne, 3 Rue Bachaumont, 75002 Paris
L’Auberge Bressane, close to the Eiffel tower, 16 Av. de la Motte-Picquet, 75007 Paris
La Jacobine, in Saint Germain, 59-61 Rue Saint-André des Arts, 75006 Paris
Auberge Pyrénées Cévennes, at the canal Saint Martin, 106 Rue de la Folie Méricourt, 75011 Paris
Brasserie le bouillon racine, 3 Rue Racine, 75006 Paris – in St Germain at the limit of the latin quarter
Petit Bouillon Pharamond, If you came on one of my tours, you know I don’t recommend bouillons. This one is the only one I would go to. 24 Rue de la Grande Truanderie, 75001 Paris
L’Ami Louis, very classical bistro and pricey, 32 Rue du Vertbois, 75003 Paris
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