Le Bouillon des Vignes
Batignolles, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Le Bouillon des Vignes is a practical 17th-arrondissement pick for diners who value neighborhood feel and flexible lunch, dinner, or weekend daytime timing over chef-name prestige. Book it for an easy Batignolles meal; choose a more clearly cuisine-led Paris address if awards, menu format, or a formal occasion drive the decision.
About Le Bouillon des Vignes
Le Bouillon des Vignes is a practical Paris option to keep on the list when the plan needs to stay simple. The case for choosing it is not built on chef-name prestige, awards, prices, or a published menu format. It is a casual choice.
Le Bouillon des Vignes is in Paris, has a casual dress code and opens for both midday and evening periods.
A weekend-friendly pick in Paris, not a trophy booking
The strongest reason to choose this venue is timing flexibility. The service pattern covers 12–2:30 PM and 7–11 PM Monday through Friday, with 12–5:30 PM and 7–11 PM on Saturday and Sunday. That makes it more useful for diners who need daytime options on the weekend as well as standard evening hours.
Consider it when convenience, casual dress, and scheduling matter more than a specific culinary brief. For a diner comparing across Paris, other dining rooms may be clearer choices when the brief is more formal or cuisine-led. This venue is a simple Paris meal anchor.
Who should put it on the shortlist
Choose Le Bouillon des Vignes for a relaxed Paris plan, especially if the group wants daytime hours on the weekend. Skip it if the decision depends on named awards, a known chef, a published price tier, or a clearly defined cuisine style.
Quick reference: choose it for casual planning and weekend daytime flexibility; look elsewhere for a heavily credentialed destination meal.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–2:30 PM, 7–11 PM · Tuesday: 12–2:30 PM, 7–11 PM
- Location
- 45 Rue des Moines, 75017 Paris, France
- Reservations
- Book on Zenchef
- Website
- bouillondesvignes.fr
- Phone
- +33142291041
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Le Bouillon des Vignes reads like a neighbourhood institution in Batignolles: a classic bouillon that pairs democratic, unfussy cooking with a clear wine focus. The room feels cosy and intimate. Its identity is rooted in a century-old bistro tradition, straightforward plates, steady service and an emphasis on convivial drinking, but with a wine-led sensibility that nudges it toward serious, thoughtful pairings. The result is a low-key, classic Parisian spot that rewards repeat visits from locals and anyone who prefers substance over spectacle.
Best For
This is a place for unhurried meals that follow a traditional French sequence, entrée, plat, fromage, dessert, so it suits gatherings that want to linger. The bouillon format and emphasis on volume and affordability make it a natural fit for families and groups, while the considered, sequence-driven approach also works for business dinners that favor conversation over performance. It’s equally appropriate for casual hangouts with friends who appreciate honest bistro cooking and a wine-led program that complements the menu’s straightforward classic dishes.
Ordering Tips
Approach the menu as a progression: begin with a composed starter such as Terrine de Campagne or Œufs Mimosa to establish the table’s tone, then move to a plat that shows the kitchen’s technique: options like Beef Tartare are emblematic of the place’s unfussy confidence. Share the pâté en croûte au foie gras or a plate of poireaux vinaigrette if you want to sample traditional preparations. Since the house leans into a wine-minded identity, ask staff for pairings and plan to linger through a fromage course before dessert to experience the meal as the bistro intends.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and welcoming neighborhood bistro with a charming, unpretentious atmosphere; wine-focused setting with careful attention to detail and a homey, affectionate dining experience.
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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
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Beef Tartare
- Œufs Mimosa
- Terrine de Campagne
- Pâté en Croûte au Foie Gras
- Poireaux Vinaigrette
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 45 Rue des Moines, 75017 Paris, France
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–11 PM
- Thursday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–11 PM
- Friday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–11 PM
- Saturday
- 12–5:30 PM, 7–11 PM
- Sunday
- 12–5:30 PM, 7–11 PM
Location
Restaurant context
How it compares in Paris
Le Bouillon des Vignes is the easier, more neighborhood-led choice in this set. Coretta has the clearest positioning for diners who want Modern Cuisine at a known €€ tier, while Vinello is the cleaner pick when the brief is Italian and price expectations need to stay defined. Choose Le Bouillon des Vignes when location and timing matter more than a stated cuisine category.
Against Les Bouchons, Les Éléphants, and Le Bloc, the decision comes down to certainty. Those peers do not carry enough supplied detail here to justify a stronger claim on price or format, so Le Bouillon des Vignes has the practical edge if the 17th arrondissement is convenient and an easy booking matters. For diners cross-shopping by cuisine or spend, Coretta and Vinello give clearer signals before committing.
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Compare Le Bouillon des Vignes
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Bouillon des Vignes | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Les Bouchons | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Les Éléphants | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Coretta | Paris | Modern Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Le Bloc | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Vinello | Paris | Italian | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Bouillon des Vignes known for?
Le Bouillon des Vignes is a casual Paris venue with midday, evening, and longer weekend daytime hours.
