On December 25th and January 1st, Paris slows down… but your appetite doesn't take a vacation. To avoid any unpleasant surprises, here's a selection of restaurants open and reservations available on these dates, in the 9th arrondissement and a few minutes away (Saint-Lazare, Pigalle, Place de Clichy). From the Hôtel R de Paris, you'll be within easy reach, perfect for a stress-free gourmet break.
Need some advice based on the time, your budget, or your current craving?
1) The classic holiday option: brasseries & Reliable choices
Comfort, impeccable service, Parisian ambiance: it's the ideal choice for a "safe bet" meal on December 25th or January 1st.
Brasserie Lazare (Saint-Lazare)
- Style: Contemporary train station brasserie, refined French cuisine.
- Chef/Signature: Menu created by Chef Éric Frechon (brasserie style, seasonal products).
- Suggested Budget: Average bill around €35 (excluding drinks).
- Dates: Open on December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.
- Why go: Perfect when everything else is closed: extended hours, easy access, "Parisian" atmosphere continue”.
Brasserie Mollard (Saint-Lazare)
- Style: Historic brasserie, Belle Époque decor, traditional service.
- Specialties: French classics and a strong focus on seafood.
- Suggested Budget: Set menus around €32–42; More festive menus available upon request.
- Dates: Open on December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.
- Why go: The "chic and timeless" option for celebrating at the table.
- Style: Parisian bouillon, friendly, unpretentious, fast service.
- To order: Classic brasserie comfort food.
- Indicative budget: One of the best quantity/price ratios in the area (low prices, ideal for groups).
- Dates: Open on December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026. January 1, 2026.
- Good to know: Very busy: book if possible, otherwise arrive early.
- Style: Large, lively brasserie, renowned for its seafood.
- Recommended: Seafood platters and other seafood (depending on availability).
- Suggested budget: A "generous" brasserie (classic dishes + a more premium seafood option).
- Dates: Open on December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.
- Why go: A reliable choice when you want a wide selection and... the range.
- Style: Hotel restaurant with a discreet charm (winter garden / homey atmosphere).
- Cuisine: French classics and seasonal dishes, without unnecessary frills.
- Approximate Budget: Dishes around €18–€65 depending on the menu (depending on choices and time of day).
- Dates: Open on December 25, 2025 and the 01/01/2026.
- Why go: The perfect balance of elegance, tranquility, and authentic cuisine.
- Style: Modern bistro, excellent wine selection, contemporary dishes.
- Suggested budget: Lunch menus around €23.50–€27.50; In the evening, the menu is more like €40–49.
- Date: Opened on 01/01/2026.
- Why go: Perfect for “starting the year off right” with a restaurant that has substance, without being stuffy.
- Style: Lifestyle address, refined brunch in keeping with the spirit of the neighborhood.
- Chef/Signature: Sourcing highlighted by chef Greg Marchand; A very popular brunch option.
- Approximate budget: Brunch around €37 (depending on the menu / drinks not included).
- Date: Opens on 01/01/2026.
- Why go: An elegant and lively "New Year's brunch" option, without having to go far.
- Style: Japanese canteen, donburi made to order, simple atmosphere and very good ingredients.
- Approximate Budget: donburi around €12; Set menus with sides around €16.
- Date: Open on December 25, 2025 (dinner only).
- Why go: The perfect "no-fuss Christmas" plan: quick, tasty, and uncompromising.
- Style: Korean restaurant specializing in mandoo (dumplings), with a simple and refined atmosphere.
- Approximate budget: Dumplings generally around €11–15; Ideal for creating dishes to share.
- Date: Open on 01/01/2026.
- Why go: A truly unique culinary experience, perfect for a light yet indulgent lunch on the 1st.
- Style: Café-bistro in a cultural setting, cosmopolitan cuisine, bright atmosphere.
- Suggested budget: Lunch menus around €24–28; Brunch around €32 (depending on the day).
- Date: Open on January 1, 2026 (lunch).
- Why go: Perfect for a quiet New Year's lunch, with a lovely "Paris of art and neighborhood" atmosphere.
- Style: A "gourmet & convenient" option in the heart of the department stores, with several counters and terraces depending on the season.
- Approximate budget: Varies depending on the stalls; A good option starting at around €17 for certain set menus (e.g., crêperie) and more depending on your preferences. Dates: Open December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026. Why go: When you want flexibility (hours, choices, pace) without sacrificing the experience. Conclusion: The secret, on days when "everything is closed," is to first choose your atmosphere (brasserie, bistro, brunch, international cuisine), then secure a time slot that suits you. And if you want a super simple recommendation (or an alternative if everything is full), our digital concierge service is here for you. To extend the festive spirit, you can also discover our Christmas Magic Offer.
Bouillon Pigalle (Place de Clichy)
Wepler (Place de Clichy)
2) The “Dinner That Leaves a Mark”: More Intimate Addresses and Beautiful Atmospheres
For a more relaxed celebratory meal, a sophisticated setting, or a neo-bistro feel: these restaurants are perfect when you're looking for a more “evening” experience.
L’Eldorado (rue des Dames)
Le Cyrano (Batignolles)
Frenchie Pigalle (Pigalle)
3) The "efficient and exotic" option: world cuisine & Easy Treats
When you want a delicious meal without spending the whole evening there, or when you're looking for an alternative to large brasseries: these places do the job perfectly.