Best french onion soup in Paris — ranked from 363 reviews

Le classement · Soupe À L'oignon

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46 restaurants in Paris ranked for their french onion soup, from 363 review mentions. Updated Nov 2026.

1
Bistro des Lettres
52 Bd Saint-Germain, 75005 Paris
“I love the food (the Soupe à l'oignon is a must!), and the service was nice and warm.” — Google review, Sep 2026
15 mentionsEmerging
81/100
2
Le Potager du Père Thierry
16 Rue des Trois Frères, 75018 Paris
“The waitress was so friendly and her recommendation was so good. We had the pear with blue cheese and onion soup. Our main course was the steak and the breaded veal.” — Google review, Aug 2026
10 mentionsEmerging
76/100
3
Titi Graille
98 R. des Martyrs, 75018 Paris
“Mention pour le brie de meaux, la soupe à l'oignon et la crème brûlée Allez tant pour l'accueil que pour la cuisine Merci pour ce moment…” — Google review, Sep 2026
18 mentionsEmerging
75/100
4
François Félix
9 Rue Boissy d'Anglas, 75008 Paris
“This was the best French onion soup of our entire week stay.” — Google review, Aug 2026
10 mentionsEmerging
74/100
5
Chez Marie
22 Rue Lepic, 75018 Paris
“Amazing experience, great service, nice atmosphere and music and super delicious onion soup.” — Google review, Sep 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
71/100
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Bistrot des Vosges
31 Bd Beaumarchais, 75004 Paris
“The vibe was amazing and staff were absolutely friendly ❤️ Also the food was so delicious!! I highly recommend the onion soup and mashed potatoes! The dessert was also yummy!” — Google review, Jul 2026
25 mentionsSolid
71/100
7
La poule au pot
121 Rue de l'Université, 75007 Paris, France
“The best food I had in Paris. Onion soup is really good. The steak and duck are to die for.” — Google review, Apr 2026
8 mentionsFew mentions
69/100
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Atelier Roulière
24 Rue des Canettes, 75006 Paris
“culinary experience. Great onion soup, good cuts of meats, with a side of bone marrow and fries, or purée, simple, clean dishes. Nice atmosphere, not loud, just authentic.” — Google review, Jun 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
69/100
9
Le Pré aux Clercs
30 Rue Bonaparte, 75006 Paris, France
“and French onion soup…” — Google review, Aug 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
68/100
10
L'atelier du marché
4 Rue Saussier-Leroy, 75017 Paris
“Went to Paris for a holiday and this place was close to the hotel. They have really good onion soup and snails here. So full of flavour and I would come again just for that!” — Google review, Aug 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
66/100
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La Jacobine
59-61 Rue Saint-André des Arts, 75006 Paris
“We ordered onion soup, ravioli with truffle and coq au vin; for dessert, we order mille feuille, everything is perfect.” — Google review, Aug 2026
20 mentionsEmerging
66/100
12
Le Petit Wagram
45 Av. de Wagram, 75017 Paris
“. My favorites are: onion soup, ocean salad, farmhouse chicken, duck confit, and the beef bourguignon, fish and chips are huge.” — Google review, Sep 2026
9 mentionsFew mentions
65/100
13
Le Petit Gourmet
39 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris
“Loved everything and will go again! We had the steak, duck, escargot, onion soup and chicken. Food looked and tasted amazing.” — Google review, Jul 2026
11 mentionsEmerging
60/100
14
Chez Marguerite
82 Blvd Marguerite de Rochechouart, 75018 Paris
“. And in 45 minutes you will get cold onion soup and cold main dish…” — Google review, Sep 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
59/100
15
Royal Luxembourg
1 Rue Gay-Lussac, 75005 Paris
“Had an amazing French onion soup and a portion of snails. Food is delicious and the staff is extremely friendly!” — Google review, Mar 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
57/100
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L'Ami Georges
5 Rue du 4 septembre, 75002 Paris
“Personal attention from the owner! Onion soup delicious, Ribeye delicious, Rump Steak perfect, Ham great, Muscles in garlic sauce was terrific.” — Google review, Feb 2026
5 mentionsFew mentions
57/100
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Bichet
165 Rue du Temple, 75003 Paris
“Soupe à l'oignon et tartare de bœuf au top merci pour tout…” — Google review, Aug 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
57/100
18
Le Caveau de l'Isle
36 Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île, 75004 Paris
“Le Caveau de l'Isle on ile St. Louis. The coq au vin , onion soup gratinee, and crème brûlée were exceptional. If you are anywhere near ile st Louis, go there.” — Google review, Aug 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
55/100
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Le Vieux Bistrot
54 Rue Mouffetard, 75005 Paris, France
“The food was magnificent—onion soup, veal, and dessert. We really enjoyed it.” — Google review, Sep 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
55/100
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Le Bouclard
1 Rue Cavallotti, 75018 Paris
“Incredibly delicious onion soup and simply fantastic cabbage rolls with foie gras. The hostesses were so welcoming and warm – everything was wonderful!” — Google review, Aug 2026
12 mentionsEmerging
55/100
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Les Deux Colombes
4 Rue de la Colombe, 75004 Paris
“So yum! I had the onion soup, confit veal and a Saint Germain spritz. Mouth wateringly good.” — Google review, Jul 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
55/100
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Le Petit Panthéon
47 Rue Monge, 75005 Paris
“Great service and value. French onion soup was the highlight and the chocolate mousse is great too…” — Google review, Jul 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
55/100
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Au Père Louis
38 Rue Monsieur le Prince, 75006 Paris
“Excellent French onion soup and staff!” — Google review, Jul 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
55/100
24
Les Bougresses
6 Rue de Jarente, 75004 Paris, France
“I got the French onion soup, which was perfect for the weather, the "fish of the moment", and the Crème brûlée.” — Google review, Jun 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
54/100
25
Chez Fernand Christine
9 Rue Christine, 75006 Paris
“Amazing French onion soup, escargot, and beef bourguignon. Our favorite meal in Paris.” — Google review, May 2026
8 mentionsFew mentions
53/100
26
Crêperie des Arts
28 Rue Saint-André des Arts, 75006 Paris
“so good! french onion soup, escargot, and cordon bleu are bomb. the burger is also good too…” — Google review, Jul 2026
5 mentionsFew mentions
52/100
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Au Bouquet Saint-Paul
40 Rue Saint-Paul, 75004 Paris
“We tried the onion soup, the frog legs, and the beef to share.” — Google review, Aug 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
52/100
28
Gavroche
4 Rue du Mont-Cenis, 75018 Paris
“Excellent food and friendly staff. Highly recommend the onion soup and crème brûlée ! We were sitting outside enjoying the beautiful sunset view of the city.” — Google review, Jul 2026
5 mentionsFew mentions
51/100
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Comptoir de la Gastronomie
34 Rue Montmartre, 75001 Paris
“My favorite dish is the foie gras ravioli. French onion soup is very cheesy and loaded with croutons and onion. The duck breast with balsamic sauce is tasty too.” — Google review, Sep 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
51/100
30
Bistrot Victoires
6 Rue de la Vrillière, 75001 Paris
“Had the steak, Caesar salad and French onion soup. The soup was the best item by far.” — Google review, Sep 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
50/100
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Rocaille
24 Rue de la Parcheminerie, 75005 Paris
“Highly recommend the supreme chicken. The onion soup was also very good.” — Google review, Aug 2026
5 mentionsFew mentions
50/100
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Les Affranchis
14 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris
“. Recommend the onion soup, steak tartare & the chefs cut, all very tasty.” — Google review, Apr 2026
5 mentionsFew mentions
50/100
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La Méthode
2 Rue Descartes, 75005 Paris
“French onion soup is very nice!” — Google review, Apr 2026
5 mentionsFew mentions
50/100
34
Bistrot Chez France
9 Rue Amélie, 75007 Paris
5 mentionsFew mentions
48/100
35
Les Philosophes
28 Rue Vieille du Temple, 75004 Paris
“, a Baguette, Onion Soup and Fries are my perfect Paris meal…” — Google review, Jul 2026
12 mentionsEmerging
46/100
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L'Auberge Saint-Séverin
28 Rue Saint-Séverin, 75005 Paris
“. Io ho scelto la soupe à l'oignon et l'escalope de dinde à la creme con patate fritte: non male, dai. Il mio gruppo…” — Google review, Aug 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
46/100
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La Poule au Pot
9 Rue Vauvilliers, 75001 Paris
“The best crème brûlée of my life. Delicious French onion soup. Table side steak.” — Google review, Jul 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
46/100
38
Chez Émile
14 Rue Galilée, 75116 Paris, France
“Lady who greeted us was very warm. :) We got onion soup, mushroom green beans, duck and the veal frites.” — Google review, Jul 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
45/100
39
Roger la Grenouille
28 Rue des Grands Augustins, 75006 Paris
“Treat yourself with the frog legs and onion soup. Great service aswell…” — Google review, Aug 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
43/100
40
La propriété française
84 Rue Saint-Martin, 75004 Paris
“Also the delicious creme brulee (maybe the best I've ever had). The onion soup was the best I had in France. The chicken was the best I had as well, cooked to juicy oerfection and honestly divine.” — Google review, Jul 2026
7 mentionsFew mentions
41/100
41
Paris Auber
28 Rue de Caumartin, 75009 Paris
“Best onion soup & lambs racks ever!!! Very much recommend this bistro.” — Google review, Mar 2026
5 mentionsFew mentions
40/100
42
Linette
16 Av. Rapp, 75007 Paris
“Mushroom ravioli was amazing! Great french onion soup, Yellow chicken and beef special. Desert was perfect, creme brule and apple cider ice-cream were hits.” — Google review, Jun 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
38/100
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Sorza
51 Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île, 75004 Paris
“We get the table by the window when we can. We have had the risotto, escargot, french onion soup, and I even once had a burger which was delicious.” — Google review, Aug 2026
6 mentionsFew mentions
38/100
44
Joséphine « Chez Dumonet »
117 Rue du Cherche-Midi, 75006 Paris
8 mentionsFew mentions
33/100
45
Le Petit Samaritain
8 Rue Baillet, 75001 Paris
“Nous avons passé un très bon moment. Soupe à l'oignon délicieuse, ambiance kid-friendly et accueil très sympa. Bonne surprise dans ce coin de Paris !” — Google review, Jan 2026
5 mentionsFew mentions
32/100
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Le bouchon
28 Av. de Suffren, 75015 Paris
“Good French food wine, onion soup,beef stew and pepper steak. Excellent service from friendly…” — Google review, Feb 2025
5 mentionsFew mentions
32/100

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Strong: 70+ mentions. Solid: 25–69 mentions. Emerging: 10–24 mentions. Places with fewer mentions are ranked, but their scores lean toward the Paris average.

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