Bofinger
Alsatian Brasserie · Bastille, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Belle Époque Alsatian
Chef
Patrice Maccrez
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Bofinger is worth booking for a classic Paris brasserie meal near Bastille, especially for celebrations, visiting family, or groups that want Alsatian cooking in a traditional room. It is a stronger choice for atmosphere and flexibility than for quiet conversation or a modern tasting-menu experience. Cross-shop Brasserie Balzar for a similar Alsatian brasserie lane, or Soé for a more creative €€ meal.
About Bofinger
Should you book Bofinger in Paris? Consider it if you are looking for an Alsatian brasserie in Paris with a named chef or owner, Patrice Maccrez, clearly published opening hours for both lunch and dinner. The essentials are direct: Bofinger is an Alsatian brasserie, it has smart casual dress guidance, it has Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe recognition, including a 2026 recommendation and a 2024 ranking at #615.
The useful way to think about Bofinger is as a brasserie choice rather than a tasting-menu claim. The cuisine label tells you the lane: Alsatian brasserie. Keep the planning practical rather than over-specific. If your decision depends on exact dishes, private-room arrangements, service format, or dietary accommodations, confirm those directly with the restaurant before booking.
Book it for the brasserie experience, not for a quiet tasting-menu night
The main reason to consider Bofinger is its cuisine: it is an Alsatian brasserie in Paris. That makes it a natural option for diners specifically seeking that style rather than a restaurant framed around a modern tasting menu. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner throughout the week, with later closing times listed on Friday and Saturday.
For another Paris restaurant to compare while planning, Soé may be a useful cross-shop. If the priority is comparing Bofinger with another brasserie in Paris, Brasserie Balzar is the more direct comparison.
For groups, confirm the practical details directly
If you are considering Bofinger for more than two people, treat the planning question practically: confirm availability, table size, any special requirements directly with the restaurant. Bofinger has a brasserie positioning and smart casual dress code; ask the restaurant directly about private dining arrangements, room layouts, or any specific group package.
First-timers should expect an Alsatian brasserie rather than a restaurant defined by a tasting-menu format. The Opinionated About Dining recognition helps place Bofinger on a wider dining radar: it is listed as OAD Casual in Europe Recommended for 2026 and ranked #615 in 2024. The decision should still come down to fit: choose it when you want an Alsatian brasserie in Paris; compare elsewhere when your priority is a different restaurant style.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–3 pm, 6:30–11 pm · Tuesday: 12–3 pm, 6:30–11 pm
- Location
- 5-7 Rue de la Bastille, 75004 Paris, France
- Website
- bofingerparis.com
- Phone
- +33 1 42 72 87 82
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Bofinger presents the Parisian brasserie in near‑textbook form: a mid‑19th‑century corner building with high ceilings, marquetry, etched glass and a stained‑glass dome that crowns the main room. The description links the format directly to Alsatian cooking and brewing traditions, and the zinc bar and period fittings reinforce that provenance. Crucially, the room reads as a working dining space rather than a museum, so the handsome ornamentation coexists with a palpable social energy. The result is an elegant, historically resonant brasserie that still feels lived‑in and active rather than merely preserved.
Best For
Bofinger is well suited to occasions that pair atmosphere with substance. Its ornate, high‑ceilinged dining room and dramatic stained‑glass dome make it a natural pick for special occasions and elevated date nights where setting matters. The scale and layout of the room also accommodate group dining comfortably; the brasserie format and shared, canonical dishes encourage convivial tables. Located in Bastille and steeped in history, Bofinger functions as both a local institution and a destination for visitors seeking a classic Parisian brasserie experience.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the brasserie’s Alsatian roots: the choucroute Bofinger is the named signature and is the clearest expression of the house tradition, while the seafood platters reflect the big‑plate, shareable side of the menu. Choose hearty, classic dishes that showcase cured meats, sauerkraut and robust preparation alongside shellfish and ice‑cold seafood offerings for contrast. The text also notes the place’s brewing origins, so a crisp lager or similarly straightforward beer is a natural pairing with choucroute. Share plates across the table to match the room’s convivial energy.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant historic atmosphere with stunning art nouveau glass dome, white linen tablecloths, and classic Parisian brasserie charm under warm lighting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- choucroute Bofinger
- seafood platters
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–3 pm, 6:30–11 pm
- Tuesday
- 12–3 pm, 6:30–11 pm
- Wednesday
- 12–3 pm, 6:30–11 pm
- Thursday
- 12–3 pm, 6:30–11 pm
- Friday
- 12–3 pm, 6:30 pm–12 am
- Saturday
- 12–3:30 pm, 6:30 pm–12 am
- Sunday
- 12–3:30 pm, 6:30–11 pm
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group wants the same Alsatian brasserie category in another part of Paris, book Brasserie Balzar. If the brief is a more creative €€ dinner, choose Soé instead.
Restaurant context
How Bofinger compares in Paris
Bofinger is the practical pick when the occasion calls for a classic brasserie rather than a small modern room. Against Bistrot Des Tournelles and Vins des Pyrénées, it reads as the more formal old-Paris choice for a group or celebration, while those peers make more sense for a tighter bistrot-style meal.
For a direct Alsatian brasserie comparison, Brasserie Balzar is the clearest cross-shop. Choose Bofinger when Bastille is the right side of town and the brief is a larger-feeling occasion; choose Balzar when the Left Bank works better and the group wants the same broad brasserie category.
If the table wants a more current creative meal, Soé is the better fit, especially at its €€ positioning. eme is the peer to consider when the priority is a smaller-scale Paris restaurant experience rather than the brasserie room itself.
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Compare Bofinger
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bofinger | Paris | Alsatian Brasserie | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #615 | ; |
| Bistrot Des Tournelles | Paris | No published awards | ; | ; |
| eme | Paris | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Vins des Pyrénées | Paris | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Soé | Paris | Creative | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
| Brasserie Balzar | Paris | Alsatian Brasserie | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6402024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #549 | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Bofinger?
What should a first-timer know about Bofinger?
Go in expecting an Alsatian brasserie, not a tasting-menu-focused venue. Bofinger has OAD Casual in Europe recognition for 2026 and ranked #615 in 2024, Patrice Maccrez is the named chef or owner.
What should I order at Bofinger?
The cuisine is Alsatian brasserie, rather than a specific dish-led recommendation. If you want an Alsatian brasserie meal in Paris, Bofinger fits that broad brief; if you want a different style, compare it with other Paris dining options.
How far ahead should I book Bofinger?
Plan around Bofinger’s opening hours: Monday through Thursday from 12–3 pm and 6:30–11 pm, Friday from 12–3 pm and 6:30 pm–12 am, Saturday from 12–3:30 pm and 6:30 pm–12 am, Sunday from 12–3:30 pm and 6:30–11 pm.
Can Bofinger accommodate groups?
If you are planning for a larger party, contact Bofinger directly about group policies, private rooms, or table sizes; Soé may also be worth comparing while planning a meal in Paris.
