Best Parisian Bouillons for Christmas and New Year's Eve 2026

, published on November 12 2026

Christmas is approaching and you still have not chosen the restaurant where to celebrate? We have some great ideas to share with you! Do you know about Parisian bouillons?

Bouillons are the forerunners of Parisian brasseries. They first appeared in the mid-19th century and their origin is attributed to Pierre-Louis Duval, a butcher who served a single meat dish accompanied by broth to the workers of Les Halles.
It is from this famous broth that this type of restaurant takes its name. It is a popular restaurant concept, offering good-quality food at affordable prices. It quickly spread throughout Paris and developed by expanding its offerings.
Very quickly, “upper-class” bouillons offering reading rooms as well as entertainment opened, and they began to offer a wider range of traditional French cuisine at low prices.
At the same time, Art Nouveau arrived in France, influencing the architecture of restaurants, brasseries and, of course, bouillons.

If you are looking for a typically Parisian restaurant for an evening with friends, a romantic dinner or Christmas dinner, you will find what you are looking for in the capital!

As the Christmas holidays are approaching, we have put together a list of the best bouillons for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve dinners on 24 and 31 December!

Bouillon Racine

Listed as a Historic Monument, Bouillon Racine immerses you in the unique atmosphere of 1900s Paris, with its Art Nouveau décor, stained-glass windows and woodwork. In the kitchen, chef Alexandre Belthoise creates dishes made with fresh, seasonal produce, presented with great elegance. An ideal setting for a refined festive dinner, as a couple or with family, without breaking the bank. Reservations available.

3 rue Racine, 75006 Paris

Bouillon Julien

“Here, everything is beautiful, good and inexpensive”: this is the motto of Édouard Fournier, founder of Bouillon Julien in 1906. In splendid Art Nouveau surroundings, discover simple, high-quality cuisine prepared in keeping with the seasons. A warm and affordable address, perfect for a festive dinner with friends or family. Reservations available.

16 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, 75010 Paris

Bouillon République

Opened in September 2022 after providing a delivery service during the lockdowns, Bouillon République offers a menu of classic French dishes at low prices. You can enjoy them on site in a lively, friendly atmosphere, or at home thanks to the delivery service. An ideal address for an informal celebration with friends. Reservations available.

39 Bd du Temple, 75003 Paris

Le Petit Bouillon Pharamond

Established since 1832 in the heart of Les Halles, in a setting listed as a Historic Monument, Le Petit Bouillon Pharamond serves generous bistro-style cuisine every day from noon to midnight. It also has beautiful private rooms, perfect for celebrating the holidays with family or friends. A wonderful way to celebrate the festive season in a place steeped in history. No reservations available.

24 rue de la Grande Truanderie, 75001 Paris

Bouillon Chartier Montparnasse

A must among Parisian bouillons, listed as a Historic Monument since 1984. It will be open for Christmas Eve dinner and lunch on 25 December, as well as for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, from 11:30 a.m. to midnight. The menu remains the usual one, with unbeatable prices: expect to pay around €25 to €30 excluding drinks. No reservations available. It will also be an opportunity to visit our sister hotel, the Hotel Moderniste!

59bdd du Montparnasse, 75006 Paris

Bouillon Chartier Grands Boulevards

The eldest of the Chartier family, opened in 1896, is a true monument of Parisian dining. Its décor, listed as a Historic Monument since 1989, is what makes it so magical: a vast dining room with bright glass ceilings, chandeliers, carved woodwork and gleaming brass. People come here for traditional cuisine at low prices, with starters from €1 and main courses at €7, for a full meal costing less than €20. Open every day from 11:30 a.m. to midnight, continuously and without reservations.

7 rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris

As you can see, Paris offers a great many bouillons to suit every taste! Do not hesitate to choose your favourite and enjoy a typically Parisian experience!

Please feel free to contact reception with any requests! The FABRIC hotel team will do everything possible to help you organise your Christmas celebrations in the best possible way!