Despite that fondue originated in Switzerland, it’s also a common winter dish once temperature lowers in France and comfort food shifts from a typical croque monsieur to sizzling pots of melted cheese. The word fondre means “to melt” in French, as the dish came from farmers’ families that needed to create filling meals from limited resources like leftover cheese and stale bread.

Besides raclette, modern-day Parisians may opt for fondue during winter months. Here are top fondue restaurants in Paris so you can have fun with cheese and wine.

Designed by Joyce Urbanus and Dax Roll, BABINES is a beautiful setting on any chilly night. There’s an outdoor patio and a rooftop bar at the delightful Hôtel Grand Quartier. Throw a blanket on your lap, snuggle up in one of four rustic-chic chalets, then devour Chef Théophane Eymard’s Swiss cheese fondue that come with a classic version, morel or truffle. Delicious sides, include: charcuterie, potatoes and mushrooms.

Don’t forget to accompany your meal with a beautiful bottle of organic wine, or signature cocktails.

One of the best part about Pain Vin Fromages is simply its location, nestled right in the heart of Le Marais, in a petite yet ancient 17th-century cellar. In addition to fondue, there’s also raclette and cheese boards available. All featuring fromages from all over France.

Try the restaurant’s celebrated Alsatian tartiflette with melted Reblochon cheese, or Seguin fondue with goat cheese, camembert, cognac, spices. To top it off, bread is provided directly from the famous Poilâne bakery.

Arguably the most entertaining restaurant in Montmartre is Le Refuge des Fondus where steamy pots of fondue taste even better with wine served in baby bottles. For a fun night out with friends, this place certainly gets the job done.

Tucked below the breathtaking Sacré-Coeur Basilica, this popular joint offers merely one menu, which comes with Kir Royal, charcuterie, cheese and olives to munch on. Diners can opt for beef or cheese fondue.

In the vivacious Bastille district, there’s Le Chalet Savoyard where fondues are served within wooden walls and a warm ambiance. Base of fondues, include: Roquefort, Roblochon, Savoyard, Chèvre et miel, Saint-Marcellin…and more.

Simplicity is key here, though packed with strong flavors and generous portions. Or, go for the four-cheese fondue blending Comté, Emmental de Savoie, Abondance, and Beaufort.

Les Fondus de la Raclette is centrally located near Place de la Republique, where the restaurant is charming and welcoming. Fondues are heated upon electric barbecues built into the tables. Try their Savoyard fondue which tastefully integrates three different types of cheese from Savoyard: Abondance, Beaufort and Meule de Savoie. Raclette is also available upon request so you can devour the best of both worlds.