Aux Plumes
Modern Cuisine · 14th arrondissement, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Residential Modern French
Price
€€
Chef
Alexandre
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Aux Plumes sits in Paris’s modern-bistro register, where French technique meets a lighter, more precise contemporary style. Its Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition in 2024 and 2025 places it in the city’s value-conscious serious-dining tier rather than the grand tasting-menu circuit.
About Aux Plumes
Aux Plumes is a modern-cuisine restaurant in Paris with a smart casual dress code, holding Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition for 2024 and 2025.
The Menu and What to Expect
Aux Plumes is best understood as a modern cuisine restaurant at a €€ level. Diners should not assume specific dishes, tasting-menu structure, portion sizes, or exact lunch or dinner pricing in advance. The Michelin Bib Gourmand distinction indicates recognized quality and value, but the safest expectation is a contemporary Paris restaurant rather than a rigidly defined format.
For context, Le Cornichon and La Gazette are useful comparison points for diners weighing other Paris options.
Booking, Hours, When to Go
Aux Plumes is closed on Sunday and Monday. It is open Tuesday from 12–2:30 PM and 7:30–10:30 PM, Wednesday from 12–2:30 PM, Thursday from 12–2:30 PM and 7:30–10:30 PM, Friday from 12–2:30 PM and 7:30–10:30 PM, Saturday from 12–2:30 PM and 7:30–10:30 PM.
Plan conservatively and check directly before going. Wednesday serves lunch only, while Tuesday and Thursday through Saturday include both lunch and dinner hours. Smart casual dress is the dress code.
How It Fits Among Paris's Modern Kitchens
Aux Plumes fits into Paris's modern-cuisine landscape as a €€ restaurant with Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition in 2024 and 2025. That makes it a credible option for diners who want a contemporary meal without framing the experience as a luxury tasting-menu splurge.
When comparing it with other dining in Paris, keep the comparison broad.
Planning details
- Location
- 45 Rue Boulard, 75014 Paris, France
- Website
- auxplumes.com
- Phone
- +33 1 53 90 76 22
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Aux Plumes sits quietly on Rue Boulard in the 14th arrondissement, trading the theatrical bustle of central Paris for a residential, local-minded calm. The room leans into a slower, relaxed rhythm that lets a modern approach to French cooking take center stage: precise, unflashy, and focused on clean execution. The restaurant's anonymity—lower rents and repeat local customers—encourages food-first priorities, and the result is a modestly charming spot where the cooking, not the scene, defines the experience.
Best For
This is a venue that rewards an intentional visit. Lunch is especially notable—its midday set formats embody the Bib Gourmand ethos of excellent cooking at moderate prices, making it a particularly good value for those seeking technique without a high bill. Dinner shifts to a quieter, more considered pace: the room fills differently, service slows, and the same modern cuisine reads as a focused evening meal, suitable for a calm date night or a low-key special occasion.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the distinctions between services: aim for the lunch set if you want the most straightforward value and an easy way to sample the kitchen's approach, since reviewers note the Bib Gourmand recognition is most legible at midday. For evening dining, expect a more measured pace—order thoughtfully and allow the plates to unfold. Signature items mentioned for the house include a seared tuna steak with shiso and vegetable-focused preparations drawn from the kitchen's garden-minded dishes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, welcoming, and cozy in a tiny, minimalist space with friendly attentive service.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- seared tuna steak with shiso
- veggie garden
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Le Cornichon, Modern Cuisine, €€
- Momento, Modern Cuisine, €€€
- La Gazette, Modern Cuisine, €
- The Union Rye, Modern Cuisine, ££
- Furna, Modern Cuisine, £££
Restaurant context
Within Paris's €€–€€€ modern-cuisine tier, Aux Plumes sits closer to Le Cornichon in price and approach, both hold Bib Gourmands, both emphasize seasonal produce and chef-driven menus, both offer counter seating that frames the cooking as performance. Le Cornichon runs slightly more bistro-traditional in plating and atmosphere, while Aux Plumes leans Japanese in restraint and technique. If budget tightens, La Gazette delivers similar ingredient focus at a lower € threshold, though the cooking feels less refined and the room more casual. For those willing to step up to €€€, Momento offers a more ambitious tasting structure with wine pairings, but you'll pay nearly double and face longer booking windows.
Aux Plumes wins on ease of reservation and repeat-visit pricing, it's the table you can book on a Tuesday for Thursday dinner without drama. Furna and The Union Rye, though outside Paris, occupy similar culinary territory but require more planning and higher spend. For explorers who prioritize counter access and want to watch technique unfold without the formality or cost of a starred tasting menu, Aux Plumes is the clearest recommendation in this.
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Compare Aux Plumes
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aux Plumes | Paris | Modern Cuisine | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | €€ |
| Le Cornichon | Paris | Modern Cuisine | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
| Momento | Bué | Modern Cuisine | No published awards | €€€ |
| La Gazette | Evreux | Modern Cuisine | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | € |
| The Union Rye | Rye | Modern Cuisine | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate | ££ |
| Furna | Brighton and Hove | Modern Cuisine | SquareMeal UK Top 100 Restaurants 2026 · #542026 Harden's Top 100 UK Restaurants · #96Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | £££ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aux Plumes worth the price?
Aux Plumes is listed at €€ and has Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition for 2024 and 2025. That combination supports its reputation as a value-minded modern-cuisine option in Paris.
How far ahead should I book Aux Plumes?
Information on booking windows is not available. Check directly with Aux Plumes before planning your visit, especially for dinner. Opening days are Tuesday through Saturday, with Sunday and Monday closed.
What should I wear to Aux Plumes?
The dress code is smart casual. Formal attire is not specifically required, but guests should dress neatly.
Can I eat at the bar at Aux Plumes?
Bar or counter seating is not detailed. Aux Plumes is a modern-cuisine restaurant in Paris, but specific seating formats should be checked directly with the restaurant.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Aux Plumes?
Information on a tasting-menu format is not available.
Is lunch or dinner better at Aux Plumes?
Aux Plumes is open for lunch Tuesday through Saturday, for dinner Tuesday and Thursday through Saturday. Wednesday is lunch only. No difference in menu or pricing between lunch and dinner is detailed, so choose based on the hours and your schedule.
