October 12, 2022

Brasseries capture essence of Paris

They are true institutions, which have embodied a big part of France’s gastronomic tradition for over a century, and plunge their diners into the atmosphere of Paris.

You cannot miss La Coupole. The mythical restaurant in Montparnasse is always busy, welcoming local Parisians or visitors with the same efficiency. In the opulence of its art deco decor, one can enjoy its extraordinary seafood dishes…

An institution near to the stock exchange is Gallopin. Opened in 1876, this brasserie is one of the oldest in Paris. In this Belle Epoque style brasserie, the spirit of the menus remains very Parisian with a contemporary twist from Chef Mathieu Bucher.

With a view on the Eiffel Tower, Thoumieux, a traditional brasserie, has undergone a facelift with a new, more elegant and contemporary décor, but without giving up the atmosphere of a 1900s restaurant. On the menu, typical revisited brasserie dishes create a traditional, hearty and inventive French cuisine.


Beaugrenelle: where vintage meets fashion

The Beaugrenelle district is certainly not a classic destination for visiting Paris. However it is a pleasant surprise for lovers of architecture and/or shopping…

Beaugrenelle was the symbol of France’s prosperity during the Pompidou era. The concrete area, only open to pedestrians, is home to dozens of offices and residential towers, which mix glass, concrete, mosaics and fountains. It reflects 1970s image of the ideal city. Lovers of architecture and photography will be seduced by the incredible light effects with the mirror facades of towers reflecting one another.

For shopaholics, Beaugrenelle is the third most important shopping mall in Paris with about 100 shops, including Nike and Galeries Lafayette since 2019. Before the Covid pandemic, some 13 million visitors frequented the mall, which repositioned itself as a fashionable centre catering to all trends. And for those looking for classic Paris, they need only walk 10 minutes to the Eiffel Tower !