Marché des Enfants Rouges

This is the oldest covered market in Paris, operating since 1615 in the heart of the Marais district. The market got its name from an orphanage that was located on the site, whose children wore red clothes donated by religious institutions. Today, the market is a paradise for lovers of quality street food and cuisines from around the world. You can find stalls serving Moroccan, Japanese, Italian, Lebanese food, as well as French cheeses and pastries. Seating is usually on shared benches or small counters within the market. The place is particularly suitable for a light, informal, and relatively inexpensive lunch in the heart of the trendiest area in the city.