Aux Dés Calés
Batignolles-Monceau, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Aux Dés Calés is a neighborhood bar in Paris's 17th arrondissement with all-day hours (8 AM to 1 AM most nights) and a likely emphasis on approachable French wines by the glass. The format skews local and casual, offering walk-in seating and straightforward pricing for travelers needing a late pour in Batignolles. Wine depth here takes second place to convenience and extended service hours.
About Aux Dés Calés
Aux Dés Calés is a venue in Paris with a casual dress code and long daily opening hours. Hours are Monday 10 AM–1 AM; Tuesday through Thursday 8 AM–1 AM; Friday 8 AM–2 AM; and Saturday and Sunday 10 AM–1 AM.
About the Venue
Aux Dés Calés opens in the morning and remains open late, with Friday extending to 2 AM. That makes the venue potentially useful for flexible timing in Paris, whether you are comparing it with other dining or drinking options before deciding where to go. For broader context on venues across the city, Our full Paris restaurants guide lists additional Paris options.
How It Fits Among Paris Options
Aux Dés Calés is best assessed on fundamentals: it is in Paris, it keeps long hours, and the dress code is casual. If you are comparing nearby or similarly named options, Aux Dés Calés 18 - Moreau is another venue to check separately, while Les Bouchons, Le Bouillon des Vignes, Les Éléphants, and Etsi are other Paris names travelers may consider depending on their plans. Check each venue separately for format, menu, ownership, and pricing.
The practical case for Aux Dés Calés rests on timing: it is open until 1 AM most nights and until 2 AM on Friday, with a casual dress code. Reservations: Check directly. Dress: Casual. Budget: Check directly. Menu and drinks: Check current offerings directly. For broader context on Paris bars, see Our full Paris bars guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 181 Rue Legendre, 75017 Paris, France
- Website
- auxdescales17.fr
- Phone
- +33974641374
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Aux Dés Calés reads like a quintessential Parisian neighbourhood bistro: quietly self-assured, personable and unpretentious. The writing emphasizes a room that welcomes locals without intimidation — serious enough in the kitchen for a celebration but loose enough in manner to feel familiar. Situated in Batignolles around Rue Legendre, the place occupies that middle register between palace formality and natural-wine caves, offering comforting French cooking in a warm, relaxed setting. The overall tone is local and charming rather than flashy, the sort of address that fills on a weeknight because the neighbourhood chooses it.
Best For
This is a spot for local occasions that require good cooking without theatrical formality. The text explicitly positions the restaurant as worthy of a celebration while remaining approachable, so it works for milestone dinners where you want quality food without jacket-and-tie fuss. It sits outside the grand prix of palace dining, making it well suited to neighborhood celebratory meals, intimate special-occasion dinners among friends, and nights when you want a reliably excellent French bistro experience driven by the kitchen rather than by spectacle.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house’s classics when you visit: the signature Andouillette, house ravioli and crème brûlée are highlighted as notable items. Given the description’s emphasis on kitchen seriousness, expect thoughtful, well-executed French preparations rather than trend-driven dishes. The dining room’s local popularity means the menu likely focuses on traditional bistro fare prepared with care, so prioritize the listed signature dishes to get a clear sense of the restaurant’s strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Welcoming and convivial with a cozy, vibrant feel favored by locals.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Andouillette
- Ravioli
- Creme Brulee
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 181 Rue Legendre, 75017 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Les Bouchons, Notable alternative
- Le Bouillon des Vignes, Notable alternative
- Les Éléphants, Notable alternative
- Aux Dés Calés 18 - Moreau, Notable alternative
- Etsi, Greek, €€
Restaurant context
Among Paris neighborhood wine bars, Aux Dés Calés trades on accessibility rather than cellar prestige. Les Bouchons and Le Bouillon des Vignes offer more structured wine programs with named sommeliers and published bottle lists, making them better bets for travelers seeking guidance or rare pours. Les Éléphants sits in a similar value tier but with tighter hours; Aux Dés Calés wins on late-night availability. If you prioritize format over depth, Etsi at €€ delivers a more focused experience with Greek wines and sharper food, though it closes earlier.
The clearest reason to choose Aux Dés Calés is its schedule: the 8 AM start and past-midnight close make it functional for early breakfast or post-dinner drinks when other options have shuttered. For wine-driven meals with deeper lists, book Les Bouchons or explore the guide's higher-tier selections. Aux Dés Calés works best as a fallback, reliable, unpretentious, and open when you need it, rather than a first-choice pour.
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Compare Aux Dés Calés
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aux Dés Calés | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Les Bouchons | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Bouillon des Vignes | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Les Éléphants | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Aux Dés Calés 18 - Moreau | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Etsi | Paris | Greek | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Aux Dés Calés?
Can Aux Dés Calés accommodate groups?
What should a first-timer know about Aux Dés Calés?
Aux Dés Calés is in Paris and has long hours: Monday 10 AM–1 AM; Tuesday through Thursday 8 AM–1 AM; Friday 8 AM–2 AM; and Saturday and Sunday 10 AM–1 AM. Dress code is casual. For current menu, pricing, and reservations, check directly with the venue.
Is Aux Dés Calés good for solo dining?
The venue’s long hours may be convenient for a solo visit, but confirm current seating, menu, and service details directly if you are planning a meal.
