CONFLUENCE
11th arrondissement, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Chef
Hung Luan Nguyen
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
CONFLUENCE is a better fit for a small evening dinner than for a large group or private event, with chef Hung Luan Nguyen as the main confirmed draw. Book it if you want a focused 11th arrondissement meal with room for discovery; choose a more defined peer if you need published pricing, cuisine details, or a known signature order.
About CONFLUENCE
CONFLUENCE is a Paris restaurant with evening hours and a named chef-owner: Hung Luan Nguyen. The practical call is simple: treat it as a dinner plan, not a lunch stop, because the schedule runs Tuesday through Saturday from 7–11 PM and the restaurant is closed Sunday and Monday. Diners should avoid assuming a specific cuisine, menu format, signature dish, price point, or room setup before checking the restaurant directly.
A focused dinner choice in Paris
Consider CONFLUENCE when the main need is an evening restaurant in Paris with a smart-casual dress code and a chef-owner identified as Hung Luan Nguyen. The restaurant is best suited to planning around dinner hours rather than assumptions about a tasting-menu format, house specialties, beverage program, seating style, or dietary accommodations. That makes the decision less about a famous dish and more about whether the basics fit the night.
For private dining, larger group planning, or detailed event coordination, be cautious. Private-room, capacity, pricing, and format details should be confirmed directly before making plans that depend on those specifics. If you are comparing options, Automne, Septime, La Belle Équipe, Le Petit Baiona, or Waly-Fay may be useful names to consider alongside CONFLUENCE, depending on what you can confirm for your date.
Who should book, and who should look elsewhere
CONFLUENCE is worth considering if the goal is a Paris dinner and the hours work for your schedule. It is not the right pick for diners who need pricing, a published cuisine category, a known signature order, or guaranteed details on allergies, private rooms, or group capacity before choosing.
The smart planning anchor is the schedule: CONFLUENCE is listed as open Tuesday through Saturday from 7–11 PM and closed Monday and Sunday. Quick reference: choose it for a planned evening in Paris; look elsewhere if you need lunch, extensive published planning details, or logistics that should be confirmed in advance.
Planning details
- Location
- 79 Rue de Charonne, 75011 Paris, France
- Website
- confluence-restaurant.com
- Phone
- +33173751488
The take
The Take
The Vibe
CONFLUENCE sits on Rue de Charonne in the 11th arrondissement and reads as a neighbourhood restaurant that earns loyalty through consistently good cooking. The piece frames it as modern, intimate and sophisticated without the theatricality of Paris’s grand institutions, producing a quietly charming and relaxed atmosphere. Regulars return because the kitchen delivers reliable, considered plates rather than spectacle; that cumulative satisfaction makes the room feel cozy and familiar. Overall, CONFLUENCE projects contemporary Parisian polish married to domestic warmth—a spot that feels both current and comfortably lived-in.
Best For
CONFLUENCE is best appreciated in the evening: the kitchen’s composed French cooking and richer preparations come into focus at dinner, and the place rewards repeat visits. It is well suited to date nights and special occasions while also functioning as a dependable neighbourhood option for after-work dinners and casual hangouts. Because the restaurant builds loyalty through steady, deliberate cooking rather than ceremony, it is an excellent choice for diners who value consistent quality and a convivial, local atmosphere—ideal for returning with friends or for an intimate night out.
Ordering Tips
Make space across visits to sample the house signatures named in the listing: Nems de saucisse de Morteau, Heo Quay and Magret de canard rôti à la pékinoise. The description emphasizes that the restaurant’s pleasures accumulate over repeat meals, so consider tasting one or two of these standout dishes per visit rather than trying to do everything at once. If you have one night to pick, the magret reads as a reliably satisfying main, and the nems offer a contrasting lighter, textural starter—both showcase the kitchen’s balance of tradition and inventive detail.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed bistronomic vibe with refined inventive cuisine in a comfortable setting suitable for terrace dining.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Nems de saucisse de Morteau
- Heo Quay
- Magret de canard rôti à la pékinoise
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 79 Rue de Charonne, 75011 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If you cannot book it
Try Automne if the goal is a higher-price modern cuisine dinner with clearer expectations before arrival. Try La Belle Équipe if the night needs to be more social and less dependent on a chef-driven format.
Restaurant context
How CONFLUENCE compares in Paris
Against Automne and Septime, CONFLUENCE is the less defined choice on paper. Automne and Septime both sit in a €€€€ modern cuisine lane, so they are easier to justify for diners who want a clear splurge category before booking. CONFLUENCE is better for the diner who is comfortable choosing a smaller-name dinner on chef focus rather than price-tier certainty.
Le Petit Baiona, Waly-Fay, and La Belle Équipe are more useful cross-shops if the priority is ease, social energy, or a less formal night. For a polished modern-cuisine splurge, lean Automne or Septime. For a more exploratory dinner in the 11th, CONFLUENCE is the sharper bet.
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Compare CONFLUENCE
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONFLUENCE | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Petit Baiona | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Automne | Paris | Modern Cuisine | €€€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Waly-Fay | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| La Belle Équipe | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Septime | Paris | Neo-bistro, Modern Cuisine | €€€€ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #112Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide2025 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #402025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #144We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin 1 Star2025 The Best Chef Two Knives2024 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #11 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at CONFLUENCE?
Dinner is the clear option: CONFLUENCE is listed as open Tuesday to Saturday from 7–11 PM and closed Sunday and Monday. Treat it as an evening restaurant in Paris. If you need alternatives to compare, Le Petit Baiona is one name to check separately.
Is CONFLUENCE good for solo dining?
For solo dining, check with the restaurant about seating style, counter space, or any solo-friendly setup. A solo dinner may be possible, but confirm directly before you go. If you are comparing other options, La Belle Équipe is another name to research separately.
What should I order at CONFLUENCE?
Specific dishes, cuisine, and menu format should be checked before you go. Hung Luan Nguyen is the chef-owner, but the safest move is to check CONFLUENCE's official channels or contact the restaurant for the current menu before your visit. Septime is another Paris restaurant to consider when comparing dining options.
How far ahead should I book CONFLUENCE?
For booking lead time, check availability directly with CONFLUENCE. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday from 7–11 PM, with Sunday and Monday closed, so plan around those evening hours and confirm availability directly. Automne is another Paris option to research if you are comparing reservations.
Does CONFLUENCE handle dietary restrictions?
Ask CONFLUENCE directly about dietary-restriction and allergy accommodations before booking or visiting, especially if you have a requirement that affects what you can eat. Waly-Fay is another Paris name to check if you are comparing options.
