"Here, everything is beautiful, good, cheap": these are the words with which Édouard Fournier described his Brasserie. Opened in 1906, it has today become a true institution of the Faubourg Saint-Denis. A look back on our visit for a Sunday lunch with the family.
Named "Bouillon Julien", the restaurant is one of the most beautiful in Paris. Classified as a historical monument for its Art Nouveau style, the building is a must during the Belle Epoque period.
In this place built by the greatest artists of the 20th century, enjoy your meal on velvet benches, admire the period mouldings and the "Flower Women" painted on glass paste by Louis Trézel or order your dish at the bar, a magnificent piece of furniture in Cuban mahogany signed Louis Majorelle.
In 2018, the place was renovated by a British designer who, in the course of his research, made an astonishing discovery: the walls that everyone thought and saw were beige until then were originally "celadon" green! Restored, the Bouillon Julien is now completely repainted in this emblematic colour of the Art Nouveau movement.
The "Bouillon" concept was born and developed in the second half of the 19th century. The idea is to make a simple and good cuisine while respecting the seasons. Thanks to a reduced menu, the dishes are prepared in large quantities, which makes it possible to eat at a lower cost.
A proudly popular restaurant, the Bouillon Julien is one of the most economical addresses in Paris. Indeed, à la carte, whether for starters, main courses or desserts, nothing exceeds 15€.
Snacked shrimps, pan-fried beef rump steak with shallot or leeks with roasted hazelnut vinaigrette: this is the ideal place to please your taste buds and your wallet.
So don't forget to reserve a seat as soon as possible!
Bouillon Julien
16 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis
75010 Paris
Tel. 01 47 70 12 06
Aphélie from Comme des Français
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