Montmartre food stops for people who like to walk.

This is a small-group, chef-led tour that turns street shopping into real education, then ends with a proper feast at Chef PJ’s place. You start with classic photo views, learn how to spot good French ingredients (labels, regions, and standards), and finish with wine, savory courses, and a dessert run.

I love two things most. First, the route is built around specific streets like Rue Des Abbesses and Rue Lepic, where you’ll actually see how Montmartre shops for everyday quality. Second, Chef PJ brings the food and wine lesson with stories and humor, so you leave with practical know-how you can use the next time you’re shopping or ordering in Paris.

One possible drawback: this is a walking tour and you should plan for a longer day than the posted 5 hours. The pace is fun, but you’re also eating and drinking along the way, so it’s not ideal if you’re trying to cram in museums and dinner reservations back-to-back.

Key Highlights That Matter Before You Go

• Max 10 travelers keeps the vibe personal and makes it easier to talk with Chef PJ and the people in your group
• Moulin Rouge photo view from Place de Clichy gives you that Montmartre postcard shot early
• Real shopping skills: you learn how to read labels and what “good” looks like in French pantry items
• Wine lesson + tastings are part of the day, not just a toast in passing
• Feast at Le Petit Moulin finishes the tour strong with savory courses and desserts

A Chef-Run Walk Through Montmartre’s Food Streets

This tour is built for the kind of traveler who wants more than plates delivered to a table. You get a chef’s lens on Paris shopping: how French food shops think, what they prioritize, and what you can look for when you’re buying ingredients or gifts. It’s also a neighborhood walk, so you’re learning Montmartre as a place, not just collecting food samples.

Chef PJ is the key. He doesn’t just talk about food; he guides you through the streets where people actually buy it. Along the way, you’ll pick up quick ways to judge quality, plus a sense of the local food culture that makes Paris feel less like a theme park.

The group size helps. With a maximum of 10 travelers, the tour feels like a small party rather than a cattle line. That also means questions don’t get lost.

Price and Time: Is $162.18 Good Value?

At $162.18 per person for about 5 hours, this is priced in the mid-to-high range for a food tour. But you’re not just paying for tastings. Your ticket includes snacks, lunch, alcoholic beverages, a wine lesson and tasting, plus a dessert tour. That combination adds up fast in Paris if you’d try to recreate it on your own.

Here’s the practical part: you’re basically buying a guided day made of three pieces:

1) a guided neighborhood walk with stops at specialty shops,

2) a structured wine + food learning component,

3) a sit-down feast with dessert at the end.

If you normally spend money on a single wine tasting or a single meal and call it a day, this can feel like better use of time—because you get both the street education and the full meal.

Do keep one timing expectation in mind. The tour is listed at 5 hours approx., but people have experienced it running longer. That’s not a deal-breaker if you plan your day loosely. It can be a problem if you’ve booked the rest of your schedule down to the minute.

Start at Blanche: Easy Meeting, Easy Beginning

You meet at Blanche75018 Paris, France, outside the metro area. The big win here is that the starting spot is described as easy to find, so you’re not doing a city-wide treasure hunt before you even begin eating.

The start time is 11:00 am, and the tour ends back at the meeting point. That return matters in practical terms. When you’re done with lunch, wine, and dessert, it’s nice not to be stranded across town.

You’ll want moderate physical fitness. This is walking in hilly Montmartre streets, and you’ll be on your feet for long enough that comfortable shoes matter. If you can walk for a couple hours comfortably, you’ll be fine.

Stop One at Place de Clichy: The Moulin Rouge Photo Moment

You begin at Place de Clichy. Even before you hit the food shops, you get a neighborhood story that explains how Montmartre became such a beloved part of Paris. It’s a quick intro, but it sets the tone: this is food history mixed with real street life.

There’s also a very clear payoff here. Moulin Rouge is visible, and Place de Clichy is described as one of the best points for photographs. You’ll likely want to take your shot early, because later on you’ll be eating and walking and you won’t have the same calm moment.

Admission at this stop is free, and the time is short—about 15 minutes—so it doesn’t drag. It’s the kind of start that gets you oriented fast.

Stop Two on Rue Lepic: Shop Like a Chef, Not a Tourist

Rue Lepic is where the tour shifts from sightseeing into skill-building. This is the street where you start learning how a chef shops for ingredients. You’ll visit places tied to regional production and get a lesson on how to read labels—what they mean and how to use that information when you’re standing in a shop looking at packages.

One store stop is especially specific: you’ll visit a shop that only sells gastronomy products made in France. That’s a fun way to train your eye. Instead of browsing randomly, you learn to ask better questions: where it’s made, what’s inside, and how to spot quality standards.

This stop runs about 20 minutes. It’s long enough to be useful, but short enough that you don’t feel stuck.

Stop Three on Rue des Abbesses: Wine, Cheese Regions, and Butcher Counter Wisdom

Rue Des Abbesses is the most special shopping street on the route. Here, you’ll get three classic French specialties in one area:

• a wine store,
• a celebrated butcher shop,
• a cheese seller.

The practical lesson is the best part. You learn about cheese regions and laws of France (in other words, you’re learning how French food categories and rules protect what’s actually in the package). Even if you’re not a cheese expert, this is the kind of knowledge that makes your next cheese purchase smarter.

At the same time, you’re walking a charming street that feels made for slow wandering. It’s not just a stop on a map—it’s the part of the tour where Montmartre’s food culture clicks into place.

This segment is about 30 minutes and includes plenty of opportunity to ask questions while you’re looking at real products in real shops.

Stop Four on Rue Tholozé: The Windmill Area and Chef PJ’s Restaurant Lead-In

Rue Tholozé is where you see the famous windmill of Montmartre. This is one of those moments where the view and the setting do some work for you. It’s also a good transition point: you’re moving from shopping streets toward the sit-down part of the day.

This stop is around 20 minutes. Then you head on to Chef PJ’s.

If you’ve ever taken a food tour where the “main meal” feels like an afterthought, you’ll appreciate this structure: the walking and shop education leads naturally into the feast, so you’re not just filling your day with snacks.

Stop Five at Le Petit Moulin: Lunch, Wine Lesson, and the Main Feast

This is the part that most people remember. The feasting portion begins at Le Petit Moulin, Chef PJ’s restaurant.

The meal includes options like coq au vin or beef bourguignon, plus other house specialties. You should come hungry. Really. Even with all the earlier tasting, the tour is designed so the big courses land at the right time.

You’ll also experience a wine lesson and tasting tied to what you’re eating. That matters because it gives you a framework. Instead of randomly picking a bottle, you learn how French wine habits connect with food choices.

If you don’t drink alcohol, you can request non-alcohol options. And if you’re traveling with someone under the alcohol age bracket, the tour allows alcohol for 16-year-olds only with parental permission.

Chef PJ’s cooking is the centerpiece here. Many people mention a multi-course feel, with wine and savory courses arriving in stages. The vibe is warm, social, and built around a host who clearly enjoys his neighborhood.

Stop Six Back Near Rue Lepic: Bubbles, Chouquette, and Chocolate to Finish

After the main meal, you shift into dessert mode. This is where bubbles and sweets appear, starting with a chouquette and finishing with chocolate.

Even though the timing here is shorter (about 20 minutes), it’s still part of the tour design. You get a clean finish: savory lunch and wine up front, then a sweet closer that makes the whole day feel complete.

This ending also helps your stomach. If you’re the type who hates dessert that feels like an afterthought, you’ll like the fact that this portion is its own mini-stroll with tastings.

What’s Included (and What You’ll Need to Pay for Yourself)

Your ticket includes:

• Snacks and lunch
• Alcoholic beverages
• Wine lesson and tasting
• Dessert tour

Not included:

• Guide tips

That last point is worth planning for. In Paris, tipping customs vary by service type, but if tips aren’t included, you’ll want a little cash or card buffer so you’re not scrambling at the end.

If you have food limits, the tour includes options:

• Vegetarian available upon request
• Message with food allergies so the team can adjust for you
• Non-alcohol available upon request

Who This Tour Fits Best

This tour is a strong match for you if:

• you like walking neighborhoods and want real street-to-shop context,
• you want both food and wine education,
• you enjoy small groups where you can talk and make friends,
• you’re interested in buying better ingredients back home (or next time you’re in Paris).

It’s also a good choice if you’re skipping the usual big monuments day. Montmartre is famous, but this experience gives you a different way to see it: through food culture and local shop standards.

If you hate walking or you have a schedule packed with transfers, this might feel stressful. Plan this as a main event. Even though the tour is listed at about 5 hours, it can stretch longer when you’re having a great time with the group and staying through the full meal.

A Quick Practical Plan Before You Book

A small tip: book early if you can. This tour averages being booked about 63 days in advance, and some dates can sell out (especially in popular months).

Also, don’t schedule a tight dinner reservation right after. Give yourself buffer time. Between walking and a multi-course meal, you’ll move at a very human pace.

Should You Book Chef PJ’s Montmartre Food Tour?

Yes, if you want a Paris food day that feels like a local neighborhood visit—with real shop stops, a wine lesson, and a satisfying finale. The value is strongest when you want both the education and the meal, not just a quick sampling.

Skip it or think twice if you:

• need a strict 5-hour window with no flexibility,
• can’t do hilly walking,
• can’t plan for wine and dessert as part of the experience.

If you can keep the day loose and come hungry, Chef PJ’s tour is the kind of Paris moment that makes you want to return to Montmartre just to keep exploring.

FAQ

How long is Chef PJ’s Montmartre Food Tour?

The tour runs about 5 hours (approx.).

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 11:00 am.

Where do I meet the guide?

The meeting point is outside Blanche75018 Paris, France, near public transportation.

Is this a small group tour?

Yes. The tour has a maximum of 10 travelers and is offered in English.

What’s included with the ticket?

The price includes snacks, lunch, alcoholic beverages, a wine lesson and tasting, and a dessert tour.

Can I request vegetarian or non-alcohol options?

Yes. Vegetarian is available upon request, and non-alcohol is available upon request.

How do allergies work for this tour?

You should message with food allergies so the team can plan accordingly.

Is there an age rule for drinking alcohol?

Alcohol is included, and 16-year-olds can participate with parental permission for alcohol.

Is it refundable if I cancel?

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If it’s canceled because the minimum number of travelers isn’t met, you’ll be offered another date/experience or a full refund.

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