Mauvaises Graines
13e Arr. – Gobelins, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Mauvaises Graines is a cautious yes for a calmer 13th arrondissement meal, especially when ease and conversation matter more than a trophy booking. For a clearer special-occasion signal, compare it with Nosso; for value or casual plans, Lao Lane Xang 2 and Telescope are easier to justify.
About Mauvaises Graines
A casual Paris pick for plans that do not need ceremony
Mauvaises Graines has a casual dress code. That makes it easier to consider for a relaxed Paris plan than for an occasion where you need specific details on pacing, format, spend, or a more defined special-occasion promise. If you are comparing options, Nosso is another Paris venue to review before deciding.
Mauvaises Graines may still fit if your priority is an easygoing Paris option, but groups that need a specific setting should compare it with other options such as La Felicità, Telescope, or Lao Lane Xang 2 before choosing.
Bottom line: consider Mauvaises Graines when casual dress and a Paris setting are enough to start the shortlist.
Planning details
- Location
- 30 Rue de Domrémy, 75013 Paris, France
- Phone
- +33 1 43 43 64 56
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mauvaises Graines reads as a neighbourhood restaurant with serious intent. It situates itself in the 13th arrondissement’s recent culinary shift toward local, professional crowds and away from the tourist-driven, white-tablecloth circuit. The name, literally “bad seeds”, signals a playful, non‑reverential posture, while the kitchen is in conversation with other committed provincial and Parisian houses that favor roots over notoriety. The room therefore feels quietly confident rather than flashy: an intimate, considered place where the emphasis is on well-made food and a convivial dining room rather than spectacle.
Best For
This is a neighbourhood spot that suits evenings when locals want dependable, thoughtful cooking without ceremony. The restaurant draws professionals from the area, so it works well for after-work meals and business dinners that prize good food and an unpretentious atmosphere. It is best visited at dinner, when the dining room’s modest energy and emphasis on solid, seasonal dishes are on full display.
Ordering Tips
Stick to what the restaurant highlights: signature plates such as the tarte tomate burrata and the burger façon corse are representative choices and good entry points to the menu. Mauvaises Graines privileges neighbourhood-rooted cooking. Order one of the highlighted mains and complement it with vegetable- or starter-sized courses to sample the kitchen’s approach to regional, ingredient-led flavors.
Venue details
Ambiance
Beautiful atmosphere with spectacular decor and soigne decoration.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- tarte tomate burrata
- burger façon corse
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 30 Rue de Domrémy, 75013 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
30 Rue de Domrémy, 75013 Paris, France · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
For a more defined special-occasion dinner, book Nosso; the €€€ Modern Cuisine positioning gives a clearer read on the experience. For a lower-spend alternative with a specific cuisine, choose Lao Lane Xang 2.
Restaurant context
How Mauvaises Graines compares in Paris
Choose Mauvaises Graines when the goal is a quieter, lower-friction Paris dinner rather than a clearly branded dining format. Nosso is the stronger pick for a planned celebration because its Modern Cuisine format and €€€ tier set clearer expectations around spend and experience.
For casual daytime plans, Telescope is easier to justify as a café stop rather than a dinner booking. La Felicità suits bigger, higher-energy groups better, while Mauvaises Graines reads as the calmer choice for conversation.
If value is the main filter, Lao Lane Xang 2 has the clearest price signal at € and a defined South East Asian category. Le Débonnaire is the other nearby cross-shop when availability or mood pushes the decision away from the 13th.
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How Mauvaises Graines compares in Paris
Choose Mauvaises Graines when the goal is a quieter, lower-friction Paris dinner rather than a clearly branded dining format. Nosso is the stronger pick for a planned celebration because its Modern Cuisine format and €€€ tier set clearer expectations around spend and experience.
For casual daytime plans, Telescope is easier to justify as a café stop rather than a dinner booking. La Felicità suits bigger, higher-energy groups better, while Mauvaises Graines reads as the calmer choice for conversation.
If value is the main filter, Lao Lane Xang 2 has the clearest price signal at € and a defined South East Asian category. Le Débonnaire is the other nearby cross-shop when availability or mood pushes the decision away from the 13th.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Mauvaises Graines?
Dress casually. A relaxed, neat outfit is the safest interpretation of the dress code.
Is Mauvaises Graines good for a special occasion?
It may suit a low-key occasion if a casual Paris setting is what you want.
What are alternatives to Mauvaises Graines in Paris?
Other Paris options to compare include Le Débonnaire, Nosso, La Felicità, Telescope, and Lao Lane Xang 2.
