This favorite Pigalle bistro rejects newer small cheese plates in favor of a massive seasonal board. Diners are presented with roughly 20 varieties – ranging from nutty Cantal to oozy Epoisses - and can sample up to seven. It’s a seasonal, curated experience that pairs perfectly with an exceptional wine list.

A cozy, natural wine bar near the Louvre that understands the simple perfection of a planche. The boards here move beyond the basics, featuring exceptional finds like Franche-Comté Morbier with its iconic ash stripe or creamy Langres from the Champagne region.

Blurring the lines between a high-end shop and a casual café, this spot is perfect for the cheese lover on the move. They take their exceptional inventory and turn it into some of the best sandwiches in the city. It’s a contemporary way to experience elite French fromage without the formality of a sit-down course.

Part restaurant, part fromagerie, Monbleu is a one-stop shop for cheese lovers in the 9th. After sharing one of their copious, beautifully arranged planches or raclette in the dining room, you can head to the counter and buy your favorites by the gram to take home.

A leader in Paris’s bistronomic movement, Le Saint-Sébastien in the 11th arrondissement offers a thoughtful, modern take on the cheese course. Instead of a pile of wedges, you might find a single, 30-month-aged Comté sliced to order or a trio of rarities like blue-veined goat’s cheese, expertly paired with house-made condiments like currant preserves.

Franco-American chef Thomas Chisholm brings a playful, global perspective to cheese at this 10th arrondissement hotspot. Sourcing from the international shop C.O.W., the rotating selection might feature a British Shropshire Blue or a Dutch Gouda alongside a summer Reblochon – a grassy, deep-flavored version of the cheese usually reserved for winter.

One of the world’s most famous restaurants, this historic institution keeps the cheese chariot tradition alive with unmatched elegance. Their cart features 15 to 20 options, with a heavy emphasis on local sourcing (about 80%). Look for the pungent, tender Brie de Melun, a local specialty that highlights the terroir of the Île-de-France.

At this three-star Michelin destination, cheese is given its own sanctuary. Rather than a cart coming to you, guests are invited into a dedicated "cheese salon" lined with porcelain. It’s a rare opportunity to taste treasures like the elusive Bleu de Termignon or the pungent Pont-l’Évêque, curated with the same precision as the main courses.

An Aveyronnais bistro just steps from the Tuileries, this spot cares about tradition. While famous for its ham-and-butter sandwiches and egg mayo, the real treasure is the regional cheese selection. Unlike the shrinking plates elsewhere, they still offer a robust board of at least five or six varieties, perfect for those who want a classic, no-nonsense French finish to their meal.