We’re revealing a selection of the neighborhood’s hidden gems!
Haven't you ever come across them while exploring the area? It's time to discover a small selection of “hidden” restaurants in high-rises, underground, or in the neighborhoods. Culinary explorers, follow the guide!
Haven't you ever come across them while exploring the area? It's time to discover a small selection of “hidden” restaurants in high-rises, underground, or in the neighborhoods. Culinary explorers, follow the guide!
A little closer to the stars
In La Défense, restaurants are tucked away everywhere… even inside the iconic towers and buildings of the business district!
Enza Famiglia
Opened last fall, Enza Famiglia has quickly established itself as the go-to Sicilian spot in La Défense! But you’ll have to find it first. Located in the Boieldieu neighborhood, the restaurant serves Italian specialties for lunch Monday through Friday. Pizza, pasta, risotto, Milanese cutlet, … So, if you’re up for a culinary journey to the heart of the Mediterranean, head to the reception area of the Franklin Tower to experience some authentic Italian hospitality!
Tour Franklin - 101 Terrasse Boieldieu – 92800 Puteaux
Gallika - Trinity
Following the opening of a restaurant in the Corolles neighborhood, Gallika is launching a new location at the base of the Trinity Tower, just a stone’s throw from the bustling plaza! Here, you’re invited to immerse yourself in Greek cuisine. Create your dishes however you like: choose a bowl or a pita bread, then add the ingredients of your choice! Among them, you’ll find traditional feta, savory eggplant caviar, the iconic tzatziki, or the new star of the moment: halloumi.
Tour Trinity - 1 bis place de la Défense - 92400 Courbevoie
Duke's British Brasserie
After a trip to the Mediterranean, let’s head north to Duke’s British Brasserie! This British-inspired restaurant is located at the foot of the Altiplano building in the Villon neighborhood. The cuisine is homemade, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. For lunch, you can enjoy specialties like salmon pudding or the classic fish and chips. But as soon as it’s time for after-work drinks, the cocktail bar unveils its selection of Irish beers and French wines!
Altiplano - 4 place de la Pyramide - 92800 Puteaux
And all over the street
Whether it’s your first time in the neighborhood or you’re a regular, we bet you haven’t heard of these hidden gems—and yet they’re absolutely delicious!
Pour Vivre Heureux Vivons Cachés
A name that fits! This elegant, intimate spot, located on Place de l’Iris, is well worth seeking out. Open all day, Monday through Friday, this restaurant offers dishes with a variety of culinary influences. For the chef, the most important thing is the origin of his ingredients! In the evening, happy hour takes over, offering an after-work experience featuring seasonal cocktails, craft beers, and fine wines.
30 place de l'Iris - 92400 Courbevoie
El Karim
If you’re looking for a must-visit spot to savor Middle Eastern flavors, El Karim is the place to be! Located on Place des Reflets, beneath the Vison 80 residence, this restaurant—with its authentic decor—transports you to Morocco without ever leaving La Défense. And the journey doesn’t end there. You can enjoy a delicious couscous or a flavorful tagine, and even venture into lesser-known but equally delicious dishes! For dessert, treat yourself to some delicious Middle Eastern pastries.
10 place des Reflets - 92400 Courbevoie
O'Porto
In the heart of the Boieldieu neighborhood, overlooking a small, sunny flower garden, O’Porto welcomes you with flavors straight from Portugal! Restaurant, deli, wine cellar, and Portuguese grocery store—here, all the colors of Lusitania come together! On the menu, you’ll find cod, oven-roasted suckling pig, duck confit with garlic and white Port wine, rabanada, and of course, the famous Pastel de Nata!
62 jardins Boieldieu - 92800 Puteaux
Downwind
It may come as a surprise, but it’s true: there’s a whole world of life beneath the concrete slab at La Défense, including restaurants that are well worth discovering!
La Salle à Manger
Located in the Villon neighborhood, not far from the Légende Tower, La Salle à Manger is a model of virtue in more ways than one! Here, every full meal you enjoy allows someone in need to eat the same meal for just €1. As for the menu, it changes regularly to reflect the seasons, the kitchen staff’s inspiration, and the day’s deliveries! That’s because at La Salle à Manger, the meals are prepared using unsold food from local supermarkets and restaurants, and are made by people who are far from the job market and are in the process of re-entering the workforce, as well as by volunteers. Enjoying a delicious meal while participating in a highly virtuous, eco-friendly, and community-minded initiative—that’s what La Salle à Manger offers!
2 place de la Pyramide - 92800 Puteaux
Marco Marco
Marco Maco is the must-visit Italian trattoria tucked away in the basement of the Oxygen complex on the Puteaux side! Here you can enjoy delicious wood-fired pizzas, tasty fresh pasta, and other dishes to share with friends or family. The focus is on ingredients selected for their quality and freshness! In the evenings during the summer season, activities like the ping-pong club or Spritz happy hours make this Italian restaurant a top spot for a festive after-work gathering!
1-2 esplanade du Général de Gaulle - 92800 Puteaux
Bioburger
Located in the same area as Marco Marco but on the Courbevoie side, Bioburger—as its name suggests—invites you to discover the ultimate destination for burgers and organic food! The concept is to offer fast food that’s sustainable and organic, as well as options suitable for all dietary needs. Choose from meat, fish, vegetarian, or vegan options and enjoy the burger of your choice. The restaurant also features a large, sunny terrace, perfect for enjoying a delicious meal in a cozy setting.
3 esplanade de La Défense - 92800 Puteaux
An XXL dining experience!
With over 200 restaurants located in the business district, Paris La Défense offers a wide variety of dining options. From Italian and French cuisine to Asian and African specialties, the selection of restaurants is constantly evolving, and there’s something for every taste and budget!
The neighborhood’s diversity is also reflected in the variety of dining options: 32% restaurants, 25% fast-food chains, 26% bars, 13% cafés, 4% food trucks, … That’s right—Paris La Défense also features a fleet of mobile food trucks, which can be found every lunchtime from Monday through Friday in four different neighborhoods of La Défense.
And while people tend to think that the district is only bustling Monday through Friday during the lunch hour, it’s important to know that 61% of La Défense’s restaurants are open in the evening, and 48% of them are open on weekends!
Contrary to popular belief, Paris La Défense—the world’s fourth most attractive business district—continues to grow, offering amenities that cater to both daily commuters and occasional visitors, making the neighborhood dynamic and vibrant!
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