Daily Cost of Food in Paris (2023 Detailed Budget) (2024)

Dreaming of strolling through the charming streets of Paris, but worried about the cost of food? Don’t fret! In order to help you better anticipate your food expenses and have a relaxing trip, I have listed prices for different meal options, starting from the most affordable places to eat to the top-of-the-range ones.

💡 Key Takeaways

The average cost of food in Paris amounts to approximately €45 per person per day.

For those on a tighter budget, it is possible to spend approximately €25 a day to eat. For those who would like to indulge themselves and can afford more, I suggest planning approximately €65 per day.

Now, let’s get into the details.

Average Cost for Breakfast in Paris

There is nothing like starting the day with a delicious breakfast!

You could go to a bakery, or even enjoy a continental breakfast in a hotel. For those with a sweet tooth, I recommend giving brunch-café a try to start the day off right.

Note: bakeries often require a minimum amount to use a credit card (usually €10). So don’t forget to withdraw cash beforehand!

Average Cost for Lunch in Paris

You still haven’t decided where to have lunch?

For a true Parisian experience, I recommend having lunch in a bistro or bouillon. If you’re on a tight budget, consider lunch offerings at a bakery. They usually feature a sandwich, drink, and dessert.

This average restaurant price range is only meant to be indicative. The price menu includes the first and main courses and dessert.

Note: tipping is optional in France (included within the price of dishes). So, there’s no need to budget for tipping – unless you want to.

Regarding drinks, waiters will generally bring you a free carafe and a glass of water. However, if you wish to order a drink, you’ll need to budget for it.

Average Cost for Dinner in Paris

How about having dinner in a Parisian restaurant?

In the table below, I have listed the prices you can expect from different places to eat.

My favorite one: the luxurious dinner on the Seine River’s banks on the Bateaux-Mouches or Bateaux-Parisiens barge.

This average restaurant price range is only meant to be indicative. The price menu includes the first and main courses and dessert.

Note: tipping is optional in France (included within the price of dishes). So, there’s no need to budget for tipping – unless you want to.

Regarding drinks, waiters will generally bring you a free carafe and a glass of water. However, if you wish to order a drink, you’ll need to budget for it.

Average Cost for Groceries in Paris

If you’re staying in an aparthotel, or Airbnb, you might consider going grocery shopping during your time in Paris.

I listed the prices of the average food items in different Parisian supermarkets in the table below to give you an idea of the shopping budget for groceries.

Note: The consumption tax is included within the indicated price for each item. So, no unpleasant surprise by the checkout: you only pay the exact price of your groceries.