
Julien
10th Arr., Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
The Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Julien is a practical Paris pick when you want a seated meal around Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, not a high-certainty chef-led booking. Choose it for neighborhood convenience and a composed restaurant setting; compare with 52 Faubourg St-Denis for clearer cuisine and price signals, or Urfa Durum for a more casual food-first plan.
About Julien
Julien is a Paris restaurant with daily hours from 11:45 AM to 12 AM and a smart casual dress code. Beyond those practical details, information is limited, so the safest planning approach is to treat it as a flexible Paris dining option rather than a restaurant to book around a specific cuisine, chef, price point, award, private room, or signature dish.
Choose it for practical Paris planning, not for detailed dining plans
The clearest case for Julien is scheduling. Its hours run from 11:45 AM to midnight every day, which gives diners a broad window for planning a meal in Paris. The smart casual dress code also gives a useful baseline: dress neatly, but there is no need to plan around formal attire.
The caution is equally clear. No specific cuisine type, chef name, awards, price range, or private-dining capacity are available, so Julien should be treated as a flexible restaurant choice rather than a special-occasion lock. If the group needs a broader shortlist, compare it with other Paris options such as 52 Faubourg St-Denis, Urfa Durum, Restaurant Derya, Le daily syrien, or Tanguy Crêperie.
Groups should use it carefully
For larger parties, the practical read is conservative: do not make Julien the anchor unless the group is comfortable confirming details directly before committing. That is not a criticism; it is a planning filter. A couple or small party can use the daily hours and smart casual dress code to plan confidently, while a larger group should confirm capacity, booking conditions, and any special requirements with the venue.
If the evening needs a broader shortlist, start with the Paris restaurants guide. For a fuller trip plan around dinner, the Paris guides to hotels, bars, wineries, and experiences are more useful than forcing one restaurant to carry the whole night.
Planning details
- Location
- 16 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, 75010 Paris, France
- Website
- bouillon-julien.com
- Phone
- +33147701206
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Julien presents as a preserved Belle Époque brasserie dropped into one of Paris's most transformable arrondissements. Its art nouveau façade, curving stonework and period lettering feel like a deliberate step back to the 1880s, and the interior is treated as an argument for continuity amid a changing streetscape. That tension — a grand, old-world dining room facing a noisy, eclectic Rue du Faubourg Saint‑Denis — defines the experience: historically rooted and slightly anachronistic, with the kind of architectural integrity that gives the room a quietly authoritative presence in the neighbourhood.
Best For
Julien is best appreciated as an evening destination when the brasserie format comes into its own. The scale and formality of a grand dining room make it well suited to group meals and casual gatherings that enjoy classic French service and the theatricality of a preserved interior. It appeals to diners seeking an authentic brasserie moment — a place to settle for dinner, soak up the ornate surroundings and witness a historic Parisian room still operating in the rhythm of the modern city.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the classics here: the house plays as an advocate for traditional brasserie cooking, so let the menu's signature items steer you. The oeuf mayonnaise and escargots are both highlighted as signature dishes and make ideal choices to start or share. Expect reliably prepared, time-honoured plates rather than avant-garde experiments; ordering in that spirit — straightforward, classic dishes executed with consistency — matches the restaurant’s architectural conservatism and culinary stance.
Venue details
Ambiance
Decadent Art Nouveau with pale-green walls, stained glass skylights, mirrors, and mahogany bar creating a historic yet lively atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- oeuf mayonnaise
- escargots
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 16 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, 75010 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Julien is not the right fit
Try 52 Faubourg St-Denis if the group wants a clearer Modern Cuisine brief with a visible €€ signal. Choose Urfa Durum instead if the priority is a casual Kurdish meal rather than a longer restaurant sitting.
Restaurant context
How Julien compares in Faubourg Saint-Denis
Julien is the safer choice when the goal is a more composed seated meal in the area, but 52 Faubourg St-Denis is easier to evaluate before booking because it has a Modern Cuisine label and €€ price signal. For diners who want fewer unknowns, 52 Faubourg St-Denis is the cleaner decision.
Urfa Durum and Tanguy Crêperie are better fits for casual, specific cravings: Kurdish cooking at the former, crêpes at the latter. Julien makes more sense when ambiance and a longer seated meal matter more than a tightly defined cuisine.
Restaurant Derya and Le daily syrien belong on the same shortlist if the group is prioritizing a relaxed neighborhood meal over formal dining. For group planning, pick the venue with the clearest cuisine match first, then use Julien when the group wants a broader Paris restaurant setting.
Around this place
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Compare Julien
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julien | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Restaurant Derya | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Le daily syrien | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| 52 Faubourg St-Denis | Paris | Modern Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Urfa Durum | Paris | Kurdish | , | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Highly Recommended2025 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Ranked · #1122024 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Ranked · #932023 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Ranked · #78 |
| Tanguy Crêperie | Paris | Creperie | , | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Ranked · #122025 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Julien?
Julien lists a smart casual dress code, so aim for neat, polished clothing rather than very relaxed wear. Its hours run from 11:45 AM to midnight every day, giving diners a wide planning window in Paris.
Is lunch or dinner better at Julien?
No best time to visit or a separate lunch or dinner format is identified. Julien is listed as open daily from 11:45 AM to 12 AM, so choose the time that best fits your Paris schedule and confirm current details directly if timing matters.
What should I order at Julien?
No signature dish, cuisine type, or menu format is available. Use the menu as presented by the venue and check Julien's official channels for the latest details before you go.
Can Julien accommodate groups?
Group capacity and private-dining details are not available. For a larger party, contact Julien directly before relying on it for a group meal; the practical details are its daily 11:45 AM to midnight hours and smart casual dress code.
What are alternatives to Julien in Paris?
Other Paris options to compare include Restaurant Derya, Le daily syrien, 52 Faubourg St-Denis, Urfa Durum, and Tanguy Crêperie. Use them as a broader shortlist if you want to compare Julien with other dining choices in the city.
Is Julien good for a special occasion?
Julien can be considered for a Paris meal when its hours and smart casual dress code suit your plans. However, no award, chef, cuisine, price range, private room, or special-occasion package is available, so confirm directly before treating it as an occasion-led booking.


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