Top 15 Places to Eat the Best Fondue in Paris

Top 15 Places to Eat the Best Fondue in Paris

Updated by Vanessa M in July 2023.

As far as history goes, fondue is originally of Swiss descent. Since France and Switzerland share the Alps, the dish very quickly made its way into Paris, where we now enjoy it as a seemingly local cuisine.

Fondue is a heated pot of melted cheese in which “scraps” of food are dipped and enjoyed. The French use a variety of local cheeses to make their fondue pots; namely Comté, Beaufort, Reblochon, or Abondance.

You’ll find the most traditional renditions of the dish at the following spots in Paris:

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1. Pain Vin Fromages in Paris

When looking for fondue in Paris, it is imperative you go somewhere that actually understands the many different cheeses of the country and how to melt them in flavor harmony.

Over in le Marais, Pain Vin Fromages specialize in the very things that make up their name: bread, wine and cheese. Safe to say this is a top spot for fondue in the capital, so much so that you usually need to make a reservation a week in advance to eat here.

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Their fondue is done perfectly, but it’s a hefty meal and one should arrive hungry!

Note that the minimum order for fondue is for two people. Prices on the menu are written per person, so don’t get a fright when your bill arrives in double or triple.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

hours: Monday to Sunday — 7pm to 11:30pm

ADDRESS: 3 Rue Geoffroy l’Angevin, 75004 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Rambuteau

2. L’Assiette aux Fromages in Paris

For a more affordable fondue dining experience we cross the water over into St Victor, the neighborhood on the edge of the Left Bank.

L’Assiette aux Fromages brings authentic French fondue to the city, but at extremely reasonable prices. In fact, their whole menu is priced to please, without any quality of food being compromised.

Their fondue is what brings in the crowds. They do both French cheese and chocolate fondue options, the former served with breads/meats and the latter with fruits. Contrary to popular belief there is nothing wrong with having a cheese fondue as a main meal followed by a chocolate fondue for dessert — it’s done more often than you think!

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Note that if you are not a big fan of white wine, or you don’t drink at all, you might not enjoy the taste of their cheese fondue. There is a lot of white wine present in this dish.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

hours: Monday to Sunday — 11:30am to 3pm // 6pm to 11:30pm

ADDRESS: 25 Rue Mouffetard, 75005 Paris, France

Train STATION: Place Monge

3. Le Chalet Savoyard in Paris

While in Paris, you’ll probably notice that fondue dining and raclette go somewhat hand in hand.

Raclette is when cheese is fashioned into a rock hard giant wheel, and then heated at the edges before scraping portions of it onto a plate of food. It’s essentially just melted cheese straight from the wheel, and it will drench whatever is on your plate in a tasty, melted mess.

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Le Chalet Savoyard in the 11th arrondissement is a raclette and fondue haven. You are going to want to hold off on any heavy meals prior to your dinner here; it’s a lot of food, and dense eating at that.

Nevertheless, the flavors are phenomenal and everything is perfectly portioned to your dining party. On that note, le Chalet Savoyard is definitely best enjoyed with a large group! Great spot for kids, too!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

hours: Monday to Sunday — 12pm to 2:30pm // 7pm to 11pm

ADDRESS: 58 Rue de Charonne, 75011 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Charonne

4. Heureux Comme Alexandre in Paris

Back to the 5th arrondissement we go for another spot doing chocolate fondue alongside cheese.

Heureux Comme Alexandre is famous for their chocolate fondue that features salted caramel as a serving side. Sweet treats aside, their cheesy fondue is something to write home about as well; served with breads, meats and vegetables of your choice.

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They also do hot stones instead of precooking everything for you. The meats and mushroom stones are easy to manage while preparing your fondue bites. I found the menu to be incredibly reasonably priced considering the portion sizes and quality of the cheese.

Be aware that there is a second location with the exact same name. This one on the Left Bank is where you come for fondue; they two spots do not have the same menus!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

hours: Monday to Sunday — 12pm to 2:30pm // 6:30pm to 11pm

ADDRESS: 13 Rue du Pot de Fer, 75005 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Place Monge

5. Fondue Factory in Paris

Being the diverse and eclectic city that it is, it’s no surprise that Paris offers other traditional fondues as well.

Chinese fondu is a thing, and you can eat it at a few spots here in the French capital!

Chinese fondue is also called a ‘hot pot’. Instead of cheese, a steaming bowl of broth is placed in the center of the table and raw meats & vegetables accompany it. Guests then proceed to cook their choice of bites in the broth, making for a very similar experience to fondue.

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At the Fondue Factory, in northern le Marais, you can enjoy traditional Chinese fondue.

It runs as an ‘all you can eat’ experience where you pay €27 per person. This gets you the main broth and all you can eat foods to dip into your pot for the duration of the evening. Drinks are charged separately.

This dining experience takes time; don’t arrive forty five minutes before closing and expect to leave satisfied. Book in advance!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: Monday to Sunday — 6pm to 10:30pm

ADDRESS: 183 Rue Saint-Denis, 75002 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Réaumur – Sébastopol

6. Le Marmiton de Lutece

Le Marmiton de Lutèce serves typical French fare. The brand’s specialties include fondues on one hand and raclettes on the other. They’re available in a variety of recipes. Allow yourself to be seduced by the Raclette with smoked duck breast, Savoyard fondue with walnuts and honey, and Fondue bourguignonne with three sauces.

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In addition, the brand’s menu in Paris 5 includes appetizers (including the famed onion soup), salads, meat meals, fish dishes, pierrade, tartiflette, desserts, and ice cream. Parisians can also order from a full menu.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: Monday to Sunday — 11:30 am to 11:30 pm

ADDRESS: 6 Rue Saint-Séverin, 75005 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Saint-Michel Notre-Dame

7. Le Brasier

Excellent find with delectable fondue! Le Brasier, located in the center of the Ternes area, is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to midnight. Come and enjoy their original Savoyard gastronomy with key delicacies such as raclettes, tartiflettes, fondue, and brasérades in a friendly and comfortable setting.

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This establishment is well-known for its excellent service and pleasant personnel who are always willing to assist you. Prices are also inexpensive in this area. You will undoubtedly love the pleasant ambiance and attractive decor.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: Monday; 7-11 pm/Tue-thur and Sun; 12-2 pm, 7-11 pm/fri-sat; 12-2 pm,7-11:30 pm

ADDRESS: 58 Rue Olivier de Serres, 75015 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Convention

8. Le Refuge des Fondus

Le Refuge des Fondus, located a short walk from Anvers metro station, is a joyful and energetic fondue restaurant where diners drink wine from baby bottles and the chatter is always flowing. Here’s what it’s like to dine in the 18th arrondissement’s most sociable restaurant, best visited with a group of good friends (and best booked a week in advance)

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Allow yourself to be tempted by the amuse-bouche “apéro rigolo” for the table, which includes little slices of cheese, pickles, olives, cured ham, and potatoes which are followed by a fondue bourguignonne or savoyarde (AOP cheeses – either with meat or just cheese).

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: Monday-Sunday; 7:15 pm-12 am

ADDRESS: 17 Rue des Trois Frères, 75018 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Anvers

9. Le Vieux Chalet

If you’re searching for a decent location to enjoy true traditional fondue/raclette/tartiflette in Val Thorens, Le Vieux Chalet is the place to go. When traveling during peak times, make sure you book ahead of time.

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This is a restaurant with a really nice ambiance, especially in the upstairs area, decorated entirely in wood and vintage items. The service is also responsive and conscientious. Come here and you’ll have a great time during our visit.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: wed-sat; 12-2:30 pm, 7-10:30 pm/ sun; 12-2:30 pm

ADDRESS: 14B Rue Norvins, 75018 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Abbesses

10. Le Coupe-Chou

Le Coupe Chou has a wonderful ambiance that is both sophisticated and welcoming. The atmosphere of the restaurant seems to reflect the food they serve. Traditional and homey, but never without refinement and good quality.

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Choose this restaurant if you want a conveniently located, traditional French restaurant that is great without being overpriced. You will not be sorry (especially if you are visiting Paris).

This is a must-try unless you are a vegetarian, as there is just one option, ratatouille. Begin with Fondue and the semi-cooked duck foie gras created from scratch, served with Cazzette, country bread, and pineapple chutney.

Then, with a classic red wine, enjoy the Southwestern duck breast, pan-fried pineapple, sweet potato purée, honey, and pink berry sauce. Remember to get crème brûlée with orange for dessert.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: mon-sun; 7-10:30 pm

ADDRESS: 11 Rue de Lanneau, 75005 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Maubert – Mutualité

11. Le Chalet Saint-Michel

Le Chalet Saint-Michel is located in the heart of old Paris just a short distance from Notre Dame Cathedral. Guests have a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant, which has a lovely view of Fontaine Saint-Michel. Le Chalet Saint-Michel serves French cuisine.

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Come here and discover its authentic French cuisine, Savoyard delicacies, and fine wine list. I recommend you sample the nicely cooked cebolada, cheese fondue, and escargots and also the good profiteroles, che, and tarte tatin. Its traditional timber decor, soft lighting, and polite service ensure a change of scenery.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: mon-sun; 12-10:15 pm

ADDRESS: 43 Rue de la Harpe, 75005 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Cluny La Sorbonne

12. Au Pied de Cochon

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Au Pied de Cochon, located between the Canopée des Halles and the Louvre, was the first business to offer continuous and open night service when it opened in 1947. This iconic Parisian brasserie greets guests in a welcoming ambiance and serves ample classic French food.

Eric Ospital’s specialties are Fondue, Pied de cochon farci façon Périgourdine, the temptation Saint-Antoine, and Double côte de cochon Ibaiama. On sunny days, take advantage of this cheerful restaurant’s gorgeous terrace and its charcuterie and cheese planks.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: mon-sun; 8-11 am, 11:30 am-5 am

ADDRESS: 6 Rue Coquillière, 75001 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Les Halles

13. Au Ciel

Chinese canteen for ravenous appetites! The dark atmosphere is offset by bubbling pots of fondue, the house specialty, served on tables with built-in hotplates. Get down to business after a wonderful spicy jellyfish-cucumber salad and some well-grilled Beijing ravioli with vegetables or squid heads!

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The fondue is a two-person feast that includes handmade noodles, squash, lotus roots, fried tofu, black mushrooms, potatoes, chrysanthemum, or spinach leaves. All are to be cooked in a fragrant broth of your choice (saté, lamb, spicy…) and topped with coriander and spring onions before serving.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: mon-sun; 12 pm-2.30 pm

ADDRESS: 97 rue de Charonne, 75011 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Charonne

14. Le Comptoir Savoyard

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The ideal location for melted cheese enthusiasts seeking traditional Savoyard gastronomy created with genuine local ingredients. Tartiflette with porcini mushrooms, croziflette with bacon pieces, salmon gratin with Reblochon cheese, white wine diots (smoked Savoy sausages), and mountain tome raclette, among others, are among the key delicacies of the genre. The fondues are served with jacket potatoes and bread croutons, as much potato raclette as you want, and charcuterie (smoked salmon is an added charge).

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: sun-thur; 12-2:30 pm,7-11 pm/fri-sat; 12-2:30 pm,7 pm-12 am 

ADDRESS: 58 Rue de Charonne, 75011 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Voltaire

15. Hôtel Plaza Athénée

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The Plaza Athénée Hotel provides a unique experience in a life-size chalet centered on an alpine menu created by starred chef Jean Imbert. Every evening, approximately twenty visitors will be seated at a big table d’hôte where fondue, a Savoyard recipe that cannot be beaten at this restaurant, will be served in numerous variations: simple, with porcini mushrooms, or with black truffle. An aperitif, a glass of champagne, and a variant of the famous Mont Blanc developed by the hotel’s pastry chefs Angelo Musa and Elisabeth Hot are also on the menu.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Hours: mon-sun; 7 am- 12 am

ADDRESS: 25 Av. Montaigne, 75008 Paris, France

Metro STATION: Alma-Marceau

If you’ve not yet booked your free guided walking tour in Pairs, then you should do so as well! Cheesy French fondue followed by a historic walk through the Latin Quarter? Sounds like a day well spent.