Quick Facts
Delivery Apps in France
Uber Eats
DominantUber Eats is the clear market leader in France, especially in Paris and all major French cities. With the widest restaurant selection, full English support, and seamless foreign card acceptance, it is the go-to app for tourists. Coverage extends to Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, Nice, Toulouse, and many mid-size cities. The app works identically to the version you may already have at home.
Deliveroo
PopularDeliveroo is the second-largest delivery platform in France and is especially popular in Paris for its curated restaurant selection and premium dining options. The app has full English support and accepts all international credit cards. Deliveroo is known for higher-quality restaurant partnerships and slightly faster delivery times in dense urban areas. Strong coverage in Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Lille, and other cities.
Just Eat / Takeaway
PopularJust Eat (part of Just Eat Takeaway.com) has a solid presence in France with a broad range of restaurants, including many local establishments not found on Uber Eats or Deliveroo. The app accepts foreign credit cards and offers reasonable English support. It is particularly strong in suburban and mid-size city areas where other apps may have limited coverage. Good value with frequent promotions.
Frichti
Local PremiumFrichti is a French-born premium delivery service specializing in high-quality, chef-prepared meals and grocery items. It focuses primarily on Paris and the Ile-de-France region. The app and menus are predominantly in French, making it less accessible for non-French speakers. However, the food quality is exceptional and it offers a unique local experience. Frichti Market provides fresh groceries, bakery items, and organic products.
Grocery & Convenience Delivery
France has excellent grocery delivery options, many of which are accessible through the same food delivery apps. This is perfect for stocking your vacation apartment or grabbing late-night essentials.
Tourist Reality Check
France is one of the best European countries for food delivery as a tourist. Uber Eats dominates Paris and all major French cities. Both Uber Eats and Deliveroo accept foreign credit cards without any issues, and both have full English language support. You can use your existing Uber account from home — no new registration needed.
French restaurants follow strict dining schedules: lunch is typically 12:00–2:00 PM and dinner begins at 7:30 PM or later. Many restaurants close between 2:30–7:00 PM, which means limited delivery options during the afternoon gap. Delivery apps like Uber Eats and Deliveroo help bridge this gap with fast-food chains and cafes that stay open, but expect fewer restaurant choices mid-afternoon.
Most French apartment buildings have digital access codes called "digicodes." This is the main delivery challenge for tourists staying in apartments. Always add the building access code in your delivery notes. If the driver cannot enter, they will call or text you in French. Having a simple phrase ready helps: "Je descends" (I'm coming down). Hotels are easier — drivers deliver to the reception.
Tipping & Etiquette
Tipping for food delivery is not a strong tradition in France. The price you see includes service. However, delivery apps now show a tipping option after your order is delivered. A tip of 1–2 EUR is appreciated but not expected. Drivers will not be offended if you do not tip. Unlike the US, there is no cultural expectation of tipping on delivery orders.
French delivery drivers appreciate clear delivery instructions, especially the building digicode and floor number. A polite "Merci" goes a long way. If you are ordering late at night, be aware that some restaurants may take longer as kitchen staff winds down.
Hotel Delivery
Hotels in France generally allow food delivery to the reception or lobby area. Simply use the hotel's full address and add "Hotel [Name] — Lobby" in your delivery notes. Most hotel receptionists are accustomed to receiving delivery orders for guests.
If you are staying in an apartment or Airbnb, share the digicode (building access code) with the driver via the delivery notes. Include the floor number and door position (e.g., "3rd floor, door on the left"). For buildings without an elevator, mention this as it helps the driver plan. Some older Parisian buildings have narrow staircases, and drivers may prefer to meet you at the door.
Download Before You Land
Maximize your first meal in France by downloading and setting up your delivery apps before you arrive. Here is your pre-flight checklist:
Priority 1: Uber Eats — works with your existing account, full English, all foreign cards accepted.
Priority 2: Deliveroo — great premium restaurant selection, English support, foreign cards accepted.
Priority 3: Just Eat — wider restaurant variety in suburban areas.
Optional: Frichti — only if you speak French and want premium chef-prepared meals in Paris.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, absolutely. Uber Eats in France accepts all major international credit and debit cards including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. If you already have an Uber Eats account from your home country, it works seamlessly in France. Just open the app when you arrive, set your delivery address, and start ordering. No new account or French payment method needed.
Uber Eats is the best overall choice for tourists in France. It has the widest coverage, full English support, accepts all foreign cards, and your existing account works from anywhere. Deliveroo is an excellent second option, especially if you want access to more premium and curated restaurant selections in Paris. Both apps have Payability Scores above 85, meaning they are very tourist-friendly.
Yes, Deliveroo France has full English language support for the app interface, checkout process, and delivery tracking. Restaurant names and some menu descriptions may still appear in French (since they are set by the restaurants themselves), but all the navigation, ordering flow, and customer support work in English. You can change the language in your app settings.
Paris has the best delivery coverage in all of France. Uber Eats leads with the most restaurant partners and widest geographic coverage across all arrondissements. Deliveroo is a close second and often has more curated, higher-end restaurant options. For a truly local experience, Frichti offers chef-prepared French meals and fresh grocery delivery, though it operates only in French. Just Eat rounds out the options with budget-friendly choices.
Most French apartments have a "digicode" (building access code). Here is how to handle it: Add the code in your delivery notes when placing the order (e.g., "Digicode: A1234, 3rd floor left"). If the code does not work or the driver has trouble, they will call you — be ready to go downstairs. For Airbnb stays, your host should provide the digicode. If meeting the driver downstairs, add "I will come down to meet you" in the notes. This makes delivery smooth and avoids failed deliveries.
Yes, grocery delivery is excellent in France for tourists. The easiest option is ordering from Carrefour or Monoprix through Uber Eats — this uses your existing account and foreign card. Picard delivers premium French frozen foods that are incredibly popular with locals. Frichti Market offers fresh organic groceries, bakery items, and prepared meals in the Paris region. All major delivery platforms accept foreign credit cards for grocery orders.