Les Filaos
16th Arrondissement, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Les Filaos is worth considering when convenience in Paris's 16th matters more than a destination dining brief. Treat it as an easy late-dinner fallback, especially for couples or nearby plans; choose Brach or L'Archeste instead when you want a clearer cuisine identity or a more serious occasion meal.
About Les Filaos
Les Filaos is a Paris venue suited to lunch and dinner planning from Tuesday to Saturday.
Book it for convenience, not for a trophy meal
Les Filaos makes sense to keep on a Paris shortlist when the main question is whether the timing works. It is closed on Monday and Sunday, open Tuesday to Thursday from 11:30 AM to 3 PM and 6:30 PM to 11 PM, and open Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 3 PM and 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
For a broader comparison, cross-shop carefully without assuming the same format or style. Brach, L'Archeste, Geoélia, Hansan, and ANDIA are other names to consider alongside Les Filaos, depending on your route and reservation needs.
Late dinner is the main reason to keep it on the list
The clearest advantage is the evening schedule. Tuesday through Thursday dinner runs until 11 PM, while Friday and Saturday dinner runs until 11:30 PM. That makes Les Filaos useful to consider when you need a Paris dinner option later in the evening, provided the restaurant confirms availability.
For broader planning, use Pearl's Paris restaurants guide alongside the Paris hotels guide, Paris bars guide, Paris wineries guide, and Paris experiences guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–3 PM, 6:30–11 PM
- Location
- 5 Rue Guy de Maupassant, 75116 Paris, France
- Reservations
- Book on Zenchef
- Website
- lesfilaos.fr
- Phone
- +33145049453
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Les Filaos sits comfortably within the 16th arrondissement’s understated dining tradition. The room favors neighborhood loyalty over tourist spectacle, giving service and pacing a deliberate, unhurried cadence. The setting reads as quietly refined rather than performative: Haussmann-era streets and discreet local clientele shape a classic, sophisticated atmosphere. Regulars return for meals that unfold at a conversational tempo, and the restaurant’s durability and lack of trend-chasing register as reassurance: this is a place that values continuity, careful cooking, and an elegant restraint in both décor and approach to hospitality.
Best For
This is a neighborhood restaurant built for repeat visits and unhurried dinners. It suits couples looking for an intimate evening, locals who favor a reliably composed meal, and business diners seeking a respectful, formal setting that isn’t showy. The house leans into a slower rhythm, so it works best for people who want to linger over several courses rather than rush. Because it thrives on returning clientele and stays busy through the week, visitors should treat it as a local institution rather than a tourist stop.
Ordering Tips
Book ahead because the area’s restaurants remain fully booked through the week, so reservations are advisable. When you arrive, try the kitchen’s signature plates (accras de morue, émincé de poulpe, and crabe farci are highlighted specialities) these offer a clear sense of the menu’s strengths. Expect a measured pace to the meal; plan for several courses and allow the service’s steady rhythm to guide the order of dishes rather than rushing through a single course.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and lounge atmosphere with refined, warm lighting and a familial, welcoming vibe.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- accras de morue
- émincé de poulpe
- crabe farci
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 5 Rue Guy de Maupassant, 75116 Paris, France
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 6:30–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 6:30–11 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 6:30–11 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 6:30–11:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 6:30–11:30 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Also consider
Where to look if Les Filaos is not the right fit
Choose Brach if the night needs a clearer Mediterranean brief and a more designed room. Choose L'Archeste if the budget can stretch to €€€€ and the meal, rather than convenience, is the reason for going out.
Restaurant context
How Les Filaos compares in Paris
Les Filaos is the practical pick when booking ease and western Paris convenience matter more than a defined culinary format. Brach is the stronger choice for a more polished Mediterranean meal at €€€, especially if hotel energy and a fuller night out are part of the plan. L'Archeste is the splurge comparison at €€€€, better suited to diners who want modern cuisine to drive the evening.
Geoélia, Hansan, and ANDIA are more useful cross-shops if the decision is about location, mood, and availability rather than a formal tasting-menu brief. Pick Les Filaos for the easier, lower-pressure plan; pick L'Archeste when the meal needs to feel occasion-led; pick Brach when ambiance and a known Mediterranean direction are worth paying for.
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Compare Les Filaos
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Filaos | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Geoélia | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Hansan | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Brach | Paris | Mediterranean Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| L'Archeste | Paris | Modern Cuisine | €€€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Gault & Millau Chef's Restaurant2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| ANDIA | Paris | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Les Filaos in Paris?
Other names to compare include Geoélia, ANDIA, L'Archeste, Brach, and Hansan.
Is lunch or dinner better at Les Filaos?
Both lunch and dinner are available from Tuesday to Saturday. Lunch runs from 11:30 AM to 3 PM. Dinner runs from 6:30 PM to 11 PM on Tue–Thu and from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM on Fri–Sat. Les Filaos is closed on Monday and Sunday.
