Miznon

What’s the vibe?

Just a stone’s throw from Rue des Rosiers, this pita haven (which opened in 2013) is still delighting hungry Parisians and out-of-towners alike. Why? It’s modelled after the original Miznon, dreamed up by Tel Aviv’s superstar chef Eyal Shani. The vibe? Lovably chaotic – a buzzing atmosphere, open kitchen, loud music blasting, and veg dangling from the counter.

What should I order?

Bring your hunger – and your patience! Once you’ve made it through the (usually long) line snaking down the pavement, you’ll find it’s well worth the wait. The menu, scribbled on a huge blackboard on the wall, is cleverly put together. And the pitas (€9.50 to €13.50)? No mercy – they’re all brilliant. Whether it’s the chicken, the aubergine or the boeuf bourguignon, every bite’s a winner.

But the star of the show? The lamb kebab pita – soft and pillowy bread stuffed to bursting with steaming hot meatballs (a mix of lamb and beef, making them unbelievably tender), topped with a garlicky lemon sauce and a base of tahini loaded with herbs (mint, coriander, parsley)… divine. To go with it, there are some excellent veggie sides – roasted cauliflower (€8) or sweet potato ‘carbonara’ (€7). The only downsides? The beer selection’s a bit meh – Italian Peroni (€4.50 for 33cl) or Israeli Goldstar (€5 for 33cl) – and seating is seriously limited when the terrace isn’t set up.

This review was fact-checked and updated in 2025.