Au DéTour 18
Batignolles, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A neighbourhood bar in Montmartre with walk-in-only access and a straightforward drinks list — beer, wine, and standard cocktails served to local regulars. No booking required, but the bar program lacks the technique and polish of Paris's dedicated cocktail spots. Best as a casual stop if you're already in the 18th arrondissement; not worth a special trip.
About Au DéTour 18
Au DéTour 18 is a Paris venue with long opening hours from Monday through Saturday and a casual dress code. Specific details regarding cuisine, drinks program, booking system, or service style are not available.
Planning Basics
Au DéTour 18 does not have a specific drinks list, cocktail focus, wine program, food menu, or service format. If the details of what is served matter to your visit, confirm directly before you go. For planning purposes, Au DéTour 18 is a casual Paris stop with extended hours, rather than a venue with a specialty program.
When to Visit and What to Expect
Au DéTour 18 opens at 8 AM Monday through Friday, at 10 AM on Saturday, and is closed on Sunday. Closing is 1 AM Monday through Thursday and 2 AM on Friday and Saturday. Those hours make it more flexible than many venues for early starts, late evenings, or a casual stop during a Paris itinerary.
The dress code is casual, so there is no need to plan around formal attire. Information on reservations, seating, menu format, prices, and specific atmosphere is not available. If you are choosing between options, compare the basics with venues such as Au DéTour 18, Aux Dés Calés 18 - Moreau, Le Bouclard, Petit Boutary, Strobi, or Wepler, and confirm any practical details directly before making plans.
Planning details
- Location
- 15 Rue Ganneron, 75018 Paris, France
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- audetour18.fr
- Phone
- +33974641375
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Au DéTour 18 reads like a true neighbourhood bistrot tucked into the quieter southwestern pocket of the 18th arrondissement. It deliberately resists the formality and ceremony of Paris’s trophy districts, favoring the steady continuity of local life. Tables attract regulars who return for ordinary pleasures rather than performance, and the restaurant’s location on Rue Ganneron keeps it away from the tourist churn around Sacré-Cœur. The overall impression is low-key and intimate — a restrained, charming place where the emphasis is on everyday conviviality rather than spectacle.
Best For
This is a spot for routine, unhurried meals rather than special-occasion dining. The address suits weeknight dinners, casual lunches, and after-work turns when locals drop in for familiar company and dependable cooking. Because the restaurant functions as a neighbourhood anchor, it works well for solo diners and regulars who want continuity more than ceremony. If you’re seeking a quiet, local experience at the edge of Montmartre — not a destination built around spectacle — this is precisely the kind of place you choose.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and friendly neighborhood spot with kind staff and a relaxed, traditional French vibe.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 15 Rue Ganneron, 75018 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Aux Dés Calés 18 - Moreau, Notable alternative
- Le Bouclard, Notable alternative
- Wepler, Notable alternative
- Petit Boutary, Modern Cuisine, €€
- Strobi, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Au DéTour 18 sits at the most casual end of the 18th arrondissement bar spectrum, where walk-in ease trumps drink complexity. Aux Dés Calés 18 - Moreau and Le Bouclard operate in a similar neighbourhood-bar register, offering simple service and local character without the cocktail-program ambition you'll find further south. For a more polished drinks experience in the same arrondissement, Strobi delivers stronger technique and a more curated wine list, though it still won't match the craft cocktail depth of central Paris specialists.
If you're comparing price and format, Petit Boutary offers modern cuisine at the €€ level with a drinks program that supports the food rather than standing alone, making it a better choice for a full evening out. Wepler provides a brasserie-style drinks experience with more refined service and a broader wine selection, though at a higher price point. Au DéTour 18 is the easiest to book, because there's no booking at all, but that convenience comes at the cost of drink quality and consistency. For a special occasion or a cocktail-focused evening, choose one of the city's dedicated bars instead. For a quick, low-stakes drink in Montmartre, it's a functional fallback when better options are full or too far away.
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Compare Au DéTour 18
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Au DéTour 18 | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Aux Dés Calés 18 - Moreau | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Bouclard | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Wepler | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Petit Boutary | Paris | Modern Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Strobi | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Au DéTour 18?
Au DéTour 18 is in Paris and has a casual dress code. Its hours are Monday through Thursday 8 AM–1 AM, Friday 8 AM–2 AM, Saturday 10 AM–2 AM, and Sunday closed.
What are alternatives to Au DéTour 18?
Other venues to compare include Aux Dés Calés 18 - Moreau, Le Bouclard, Petit Boutary, Strobi, and Wepler. Confirm current hours, menus, and booking details directly with any venue before visiting.
How far ahead should I book Au DéTour 18?
Booking or reservation information is not available. Check directly with Au DéTour 18 if you need confirmation before going.
Is lunch or dinner better at Au DéTour 18?
Au DéTour 18 is open during the day and late evening Monday through Saturday, with later closing on Friday and Saturday. Lunch or dinner service details are not available, so choose your timing based on the hours and confirm service details directly if needed.
