Affordable Local Restaurants

Traditional French

La Table du 11 - Price: €€ (€15-20 lunch menu) - Specialty: Classic bistro fare with modern twist - Must Try: Duck confit - Atmosphere: Locals' favorite - Reservations: Recommended

Le Bistrot du Boucher - Price: €€ (€12-18 plats) - Specialty: Meat-focused traditional cooking - Must Try: Steak frites - Bonus: Excellent wine prices - Tip: Lunch formule best value

La Petite Venise (In town, not palace) - Price: € (€10-15) - Specialty: Simple French comfort food - Popular: With market vendors - Cash Only: Often - Hours: Lunch only

International Options

Kohinoor (Indian) - Price: € (€8-12 lunch buffet) - Quality: Authentic North Indian - Vegetarian: Extensive options - Location: Near Notre-Dame

Chez Tiouiche (Moroccan) - Price: €€ (€15-20) - Atmosphere: Family-run, welcoming - Must Try: Tagines and couscous - Tea: Traditional mint tea service

Banh Mi & Co (Vietnamese) - Price: € (€6-10) - Quick: Perfect for palace picnic - Fresh: Made to order - Vegetarian: Tofu options available

Cafés and Salons de Thé

Café Bleu Roi - Historic café with palace views - Perfect breakfast spot - Outdoor terrace - Free Wi-Fi

Salon de Thé Saudade - Portuguese pastries - Quiet afternoon refuge - Excellent coffee - Hidden courtyard