Restaurant Janine
Batignolles, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Restaurant Janine is a practical Batignolles pick for a wine-minded weekday meal rather than a headline Paris splurge. The 2026 Star Wine List recognition is the main reason to prioritize it, especially for diners who care more about the bottle and neighborhood feel than a published signature dish or tasting-menu format.
About Restaurant Janine
In Paris, Restaurant Janine is a sensible pick for a weekday meal with wine-recognition credentials. Plan around a straightforward schedule: it serves lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday, is closed on Saturday and Sunday, lists a casual dress code.
Why it makes sense in Paris
Restaurant Janine is a Paris restaurant with weekday lunch and dinner hours and Star Wine List recognition in 2026. That makes it relevant for diners who want a Paris meal where wine recognition is part of the decision.
The 2026 Star Wine List recognition makes Restaurant Janine a reasonable candidate when wine is part of the planning brief. For timing, use the schedule: Monday lunch is 12:30–2:30 PM and dinner is 7:30–11:30 PM; Tuesday through Friday lunch is 12:30–2:30 PM and dinner is 7:30–11 PM; Saturday and Sunday are closed.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose Restaurant Janine if the priority is a Paris lunch or dinner with Star Wine List recognition and a casual dress code. If you are comparing other Paris options, you can also look at Anona or Gare au Gorille, depending on what else fits your itinerary.
For broader planning, use Our full Paris restaurants guide alongside other dining in Paris. For the rest of the trip, Paris guides cover hotels, bars, wineries, experiences.
Planning details
- Location
- 90 Rue des Dames, 75017 Paris, France
- Website
- restaurantjanine.fr
- Phone
- +33 1 42 93 33 94
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Restaurant Janine sits on a narrow residential lane in Batignolles and reads like a neighbourhood place for people who live in Paris rather than for tourists. The room and pace are quiet and unhurried; the address feels intimate and locally anchored rather than theatrical. The kitchen leans into classic French preparations — terrine, sole meunière, duck confit — while the program is distinctly wine-forward. A White Star citation from Star Wine List underscores that focus, so the overall tone is polished without being showy: familiar, understated Parisian dining that rewards repeat visits from locals and those seeking a more private side of the city’s culinary map.
Best For
Janine is best approached as an evening destination: dinner service highlights hearty, traditional French plates and a serious wine list, making it well suited to date nights and special-occasion dinners. Its neighbourhood setting and relaxed rhythm also accommodate casual hangouts with friends who appreciate classic cooking and thoughtful bottles. The White Star recognition signals that guests who care about wine will find value here, so the restaurant also works for wine-focused outings and small group gatherings where the wine list is central to the experience.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the kitchen’s signature preparations: start with shellfish or the rabbit starter and terrine, then consider richer mains such as the 8-hour stewed lamb, duck confit or sole meunière. The langoustine ravioli and oysters point to a menu that balances land and sea. Given the restaurant’s White Star–recognized wine list, ask the sommelier or service team for bottle or pairing recommendations — the wine program is presented with intention and is a central part of the meal. Follow staff guidance on portioning if sharing several plates.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and welcoming with a comfortable, quaint interior featuring beautiful zinc details and a small outdoor parklet; described as cozy and uncrowded with a lived-in, familial quality.
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Vibe
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Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
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Also consider
Where to look if this is not the right fit
Choose Gare au Gorille if you want a clearer neo-bistro identity and a €€ signal. Choose Anona if the night calls for a more expensive modern-cuisine meal.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Paris
Against Anona, Restaurant Janine is the less formal decision. Anona is the stronger fit when the brief is modern cuisine at a higher spend level, while Janine makes more sense for a lower-commitment Batignolles meal where wine is part of the reason to choose the table.
Gare au Gorille is the sharper value comparison: it has a defined neo-bistro, modern-cuisine identity and a €€ price signal. Choose Gare au Gorille when the food format matters more than the wine-list cue; choose Janine when the group wants a calmer neighborhood option in the 17th with Star Wine List recognition.
Les Poulettes Batignolles, Chez Gladines Batignolles, El Picador are the practical cross-shops if location drives the decision. Use them when convenience in the area matters more than wine recognition; keep Janine higher on the list when the bottle selection is part of the plan.
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Compare Restaurant Janine
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Janine | Paris | ; | Star Wine Lists 2026 | ; |
| El Picador | Paris | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Les Poulettes Batignolles | Paris | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Anona | Paris | Modern Cuisine | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star | €€€€ |
| Chez Gladines Batignolles | Paris | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Gare au Gorille | Paris | Neo-bistro, Modern Cuisine | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #268We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #2592024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Casual in Europe Highly Recommended | €€ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Restaurant Janine?
Restaurant Janine lists a casual dress code. Comfortable city-casual clothing is a safe choice for lunch or dinner in Paris.
Is Restaurant Janine good for solo dining?
Can Restaurant Janine accommodate groups?
For a group, contact Restaurant Janine directly and plan around its Monday-to-Friday lunch and dinner schedule.
What should I order at Restaurant Janine?
With Star Wine List recognition in 2026, wine can be part of the conversation; ask the restaurant for current recommendations when you contact it or arrive.
How far ahead should I book Restaurant Janine?
Restaurant Janine is open for lunch from 12:30–2:30 PM Monday to Friday, for dinner from 7:30–11:30 PM on Monday, for dinner from 7:30–11 PM Tuesday to Friday; it is closed Saturday and Sunday.
