11e Arrondissement · Paris Alim'confiance · FR-ALIM-7511101

Bistrot Paul Bert

The Unchanged 11th Arrondissement Bistrot Where Paris Chefs Eat on Their Night Off

Zinc bar counter, handwritten chalkboard menu, peppercorn steak frites, and Paris-Brest praline pastry backed by official Alim’confiance inspection records.

Local Guide & Key Info

What to Order

Filet de bœuf au poivre, sole meunière, and the towering Paris-Brest.

Best Time

Tuesday–Friday lunch at 12:15 p.m.

Pro Tip

Book the first lunch seating at 12:00 p.m. or walk in to the Cave à Huîtres next door for shellfish and white wine while waiting.

While You Are Here

Walk Rue Paul Bert for independent natural wine caves and coffee roasters.

How to Get There

Métro Rue des Boulets (Line 9) or Faidherbe-Chaligny (Line 8).

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3-Stop Local Walking Chains Nearby

Turn a single discovery into a 3-stop neighborhood loop—paired by walking distance and time of day.

3 hours · 8 min total walking

Warm tahini cookies on Rue Saint-Bernard, chalkboard steak frites at Bistrot Paul Bert, and natural wine at Septime La Cave.

  1. 01
    Morning · Fresh Artisan Cookies: Mokonuts

    Freshly baked halva tahini and black sesame chocolate cookies on Rue Saint-Bernard.

    → 5 min walk
  2. 02
    Dinner · Iconic Parisian Bistrot: Bistrot Paul Bert

    Order the peppercorn-crusted filet de bœuf with crispy pommes frites and shared Paris-Brest.

    → 3 min walk
  3. 03
    Digestif · Biodynamic Wine Cave: Septime

    Finish with a glass of natural wine and small plates on Rue de Charonne.