This was a super fun spot. We read about the crowds but went early and only waited about 15 minutes. But the line that built up while we were dining was INSANE! It wasn't the finest meal we had in Paris but it was epic people watching! Just an all round fun time-- and the prices were great! read more

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Boullion République does a great job of dishing up good versions of French classics, super fast and at very cheap prices. The Boullions of old were meant to feed working people cheaply and today, it's kind of a trendy thing. If you come, expect crowds, noise and lines. You can make a reservation so definitely do that even at off times, even for just a few people. The interior is pretty nice - old school & comfortable. It's a well oiled machine so be ready with your selections and be ready for them to hit your table FAST. I ate here twice (cheap, blocks from my hotel) and was well pleased with the quality/price ratio. Chicken soup (€3) was more like a beef broth but tasted good. Ouefs murette (€5?) we're really well done - better by far than others I've had in Paris and almost as good as ones in Dijon. For my main (both times, it was so good) - blanquette de veau (€11.20) which nets you a big plate of succulent, tender veal stew with carrots and pearl onions, served over rice. It's pure comfort food, not haute cuisine and absolutely perfect for a cold winter night. Wine is cheap as hell (€7 for 50ml) and was pretty decent honestly. Servers are there to get you food fast, not to be your bestie. This isn't a place for a "romantic dinner in Paris", it's a place for home style food at good prices. read more

Bouillon République - You can order wine in Jeroboam format (3L). I refrained - French Near Me - Paris

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TLDR; bouillon restaurants (like republique) are a good way for tourists to try different french dishes for very cheap. i'd recommend coming with friends and sharing dishes between so you can have a little taste of each. expect quality that matches the price, but overall a good experience. ate at bouillon republique our first night in paris for an affordable taste of french cuisine. i've heard a lot about bouillon restaurants in paris (they all seem to have comparable menu items and prices). we mainly visited to try a variety of french dishes for cheap, and it's pretty much what we got. food was alright, but my friend split two appetizers and two main dishes for 15 euros each which is hard to beat. we had dinner at around 5:30pm on a wednesday. the restaurant was pretty empty but got crowded around 6/7pm. the restaurant is very big and can accommodate a lot of parties. // eggs and mayonnaise (2.50) // as we were seated, we saw that a lot of tables ordered eggs and mayonnaise. we decided to try it because it was only 2.50, but it's pretty much exactly what it's called. eggs with the yolks mixed with mayonnaise. not really else much going on lol, but they still were decent. // escargot (6 pcs for 7.00) // we had to try the escargot. it came with 6 snails and the clamps to eat them. the inside pretty much tastes like butter with a hint of parsley, but the butter made them taste pretty good. again, nothing crazy but still decent. // half a carmelized ham hock with french fries (12.40) // this main dish came with a generous serving of fresh fries (tasted standard) and a portion of ham hock (carmelized - pretty sweet, kind of reminded us of asian bbq pork). it was good, but I am glad my friend and i shared this, because after awhile the ham just starts tasting really sweet and the same. it was kind of hard to cut too. // ragons ravioli with leek fondue (9.80) // very cute tiny ravioli filled with leek with cheese sauce on top. the ravioli had a nice taste with the leek and the cheese was good as well. again, I am glad I shared this with my friend because after awhile it got cold and wasn't that delicious and started tasting the same haha. read more

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This was the first restaurant I tried in Paris! My first taste of real French food. The bill was paid for by a program I went with but my total came to under 35 euros for 4 courses, an apéritif, and a dessert -- not bad. We tried just about everything on the menu between all 15 of us and nobody had issues with any dish, though some stood out more than others. Notably the foie gras, the escargot, and a lot of the entrées were fantastic, while the main courses suffered a little (though that may have been because we were such a large group). They picked it back up again with the desserts, but the crème brûlée e and the profiteroles were by far the favorites of the group. This is 100% a go-to restaurant -- I would tell someone in Paris for the first time to check it out. read more

Bouillon République - Entrées (shrimp, escargot, gazpacho) - French Near Me - Paris

Best place we ate in Paris that was very cheap given the quality of the food. Make a reservation online to wait in a shorter and faster line on the right side of the entrance. Service was good. The restaurant is large with a lot of seating, and they had menus in English. They give free sliced baguette but forgot to give us our cheese until the end of the meal. Orange juice was fresh squeezed and delicious. Lemonade is sparkling lemonade and was okay. Make sure to get still lemonade if you don't want sparkling lemonade. First time trying escargot. It tasted like chewier scallops with a pesto sauce. French onion soup was too salty but good. Chicken vermicelli soup was mostly chicken broth with very few vegetables and vermicelli noodles but tasted decent just too salty. I enjoyed the duck breast and potatoes, which were cut into squares and very flavorful. Highly recommend and hope to try the dessert next time! The fish was good but the macaroni pasta had too much of a wine flavor. The steak frites was good as well, but the fries were not as good as the potatoes. read more

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Decent service. Friendly staff. Classic decor. Reasonable prices. Menu in French and English. Our oyster appetizers were a 5/5. My pork shoulder shank with mash & spinach was 4/5. My wife's steak frite was a disappointing 0/5. My lemon tart was 3/5. My wife's creme brûlée was a 3/5. Wife and I felt like it was a diner experience. House red wine on offer was a 4/5. Mediocre experience overall. read more

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Mad chaotic French bistro on steroids . Line usually out the door until 930/10. Although limited reservations the massive space, split over several levels is a bit Vegas food hall. On to the food! Ordered French onion soup (good, had better) , Mayo eggs (great) , pâté (good, had better) , steak frites (good size but meat wasn't particularly beefy) , and steak tartare (excellent) . Prices are VERY reasonable by Paris standards hence the mad popularity for value French food at respectable prices. Favorite was the tartare . Didn't think I'd like it as much as I did ! Service was typically French, which is to say almost non existent lol . Good thing we had a house bottle of wine to keep us busy lol read more

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Highlyyyy recommend. Everything is so great for the cheap price. The steak frites were incredible & the apps were amazingggg. Loved the escargot. Service was great. Wine was great. Don't let the line scare you! Line moves so fast even for bigger groups! Loved the vibes here, very Parisian vibes. read more

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I highly recommend making a reservation or you will be waiting in line for a long time. We had reservations but I didn't read and confirm the reminder email correctly because everything was in French. We showed up and the hostess denied entrance because I didn't confirm my reservation. We ended up waiting almost 2 hours outside. The restaurant was PACKED and the tables are inches next to each other. We sat upstairs and there was no moving air. It was HOT. They wouldn't allow us to open the windows for some odd reason and everyone was sweating while dining. Our server was extremely nice and I felt bad for her because she was also sweating and looked miserable. The food came fast and it was surprisingly good. Cheap delicious French food great for large parties. I would come back but for sure have a reservation confirmed. read more

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This was a recommendation from a tour guide and another local as it was close to our apartment and easy to get reservations. The space is very big and seems to accommodate a lot of tourists. We were seated in the second level in what appeared to be more of a private room because it was flanked with several large tables that quickly filled up with college and high school students. It was pretty loud. We again opted for some traditional French fare - escargot, mayonnaise eggs and leek ravioli. It was good but average, I had better escargot and eggs elsewhere. The ravioli was very flavorful but not hot. It's reasonably priced and easy to get in with some nice options but not going to be a standout meal. read more

I came here on a Sunday late afternoon and there was hardly any wait. The menu is an extensive list of classic French dishes. I had the foie gras, onion soup, and the roast chicken. The food isn't anything particularly special, but it is very affordable and tasty enough. I just wish they had duck confit though. I had it at Bouillon previously and it was delicious, but it was missing from the menu when I went. read more

Bouillon République - Chicken - French Near Me - Paris

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Decided to book a res pre-trip after seeing so many reviews as well as the price of food. When we got there the line was already mad long for walk-in, but we did not have to wait at all with a reservation. They really pack people in and you sit really close to other parties, I was literally closer to the gentlemen on either side of me than my gf across from me. Place seemed understaffed and one waitress taking care of a lot of tables. Overall the food is actually pretty good for the price and the value is definitely there. I think it is an ok hit, but wouldn't say must go. read more

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There was a fast moving line outside here so I had to try this place. Nice cozy "banquette" seating. Traditional French food like steak frites, onion soup, etc. and a good value. Cute and casual. I had a wonderful fois gras and a delicious steak tartare. Portions are French sized (medium size) so you can try lots of things. You can pay with a QR code so, if you're in a hurry there is no need to wait for the server to get your bill. Fun and very French. read more

Bouillon République - Steak tartare et frites! - French Near Me - Paris

Not the original location but the idea is the same...you'll find a a wide range menu with different French food for a decent price. The best option is to come with a group so you can order one of everything. Wine is crazy cheap...you can get a whole liter for as little as 13,60 €. I originally wanted to make a reservation but couldn't figure out how to online. When we walked in, there was already a long line but we were prepared to wait for a table. Luckily, the hostess pulled us from the line and sat us immediately! Maybe it was because everyone ahead of us were large groups and we just needed two seats. They really know how to pack the restaurant! In order for us to be seated, the hostess had to pull the table out from the row so I could squeeze into the booth. Everybody was sitting so close to each other...it was as if we were just one large party. I'm not even sure if you can do anything if you're not comfortable with this seating arrangement. But because of this, we ended up talking to the people next to us, some locals, some tourists. We got some recs and helped others translate the menu with our phones. Bone Marrow: Not bad for the price. You can choose to order 1 or 2 pieces. They're not that big though. Each piece also comes with a slice of bread and a pile of salt. Escargot: I realized I just don't like escargot. It's got too much of an earthy taste to it. I don't know if that's anything on the restaurant and the chef but if escargot is normally like this...I just need to stop ordering them. It comes with 6 snails...each one still in its shell. Steak Frites: very cheap for steak but don't expect the quality to be amazing. Just remember that the French "medium rare" is really American "rare. One of the downsides was that none of the dishes were amazing. It was good and I would come back but it wasn't the most delicious meal I had in Paris. The second downside was we got forgotten by the waiter. We noticed a lot of other parties seated after us got their food way before us. Luckily, some locals next to us helped us out and apparently our food took longer because we were foreigners and they needed a translator (which I call BS). Next time I visit, I want to try the duck confit. The table next to us ended up ordering two of it because it was so good. read more

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On the French scale, I'd say the food was average. On an American scale, to me, the food was above average. We had the french onion soup, the beef bourguignon, a few other items, and they were all good. What wasn't good was the service. Our waiter was bringing food out to people who had been seated long after us. We frequently went without drinks because he wasn't ever stopping by to check on us. It was just really, really terrible service. The food is good, but the service may be a roll of the dice. read more

Trendy spot with inexpensive dishes! Definitely must make a reservation. We passed by the location in Montmartre (Pilage) on a Thursday night around 730pm and the line was almost 2 blocks! The onion soup was slightly weak so I would skip it and opt for the cream of mushroom soup instead. The ratatouille wasn't pretty like the movie so don't expect an insta worthy shot. The creme brulee's top wasn't that hard to crack which was a bit disappointing but it tasted great. Everything was delicious, the waiter and host spoke English, and you are able to pay via QR code whenever you are ready so you don't have to wait around for the check! read more

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Food was just okay, but price wise a good deal. My friend liked the food but I didn't really The restaurant seemed understaffed and very busy. The waitress forgot to bring butter for the bread as promised, but the bread wasn't great so we weren't going to eat it anyway. read more

Bouillon République - French Near Me - Paris

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Ambiance is ok. More like large dining hall for many people. Food was good for the price. We got a little bit of everything since there was 7 of us. 4 kids though. The egg with mayonnaise was tasty. The oysters were slightly salty and refreshing. The steak frites were well cooked and didn't need to sauce although this is traditionally served this way. Ratatouille was really flavorful. Avocado with shrimp was ok. French onion soup was nice and hot with crispy cheese melted on top. Service was ok. They were busy. Maybe I'd come back since it's open late and prices are right! read more

ABSOLUTE MUST-DO IN PARIS. If you are going to France anytime soon, this should be at the very top of your list for 3 reasons. 1. It is very good food 2. The atmosphere makes you feel like you're in a 5-star restaurant 3. THE PRICE... It blows my mind that the food can be so insanely cheap here... like I ordered a feast with multiple drinks and paid less than if I were to go to McDonalds... So I am rating this location, but there are several Bouillons around Paris, and they are all the same concept, so event if you don't stop by this one, stop by at least one of them! The concept of a Bouillon: Soo Bouillons date back to the early 1800s. The concept was created to provide blue-collar workers with quality food at a low price. The goal was to fit as many people in as possible and get the food out quickly. They served traditional dishes, bread and wine. They were basically the 1800's version of a chain restaurant / fast food, but the quality was always great! Trends changed and the concept of communal dining in a fancy cantine-like setting faded out after the 1900's, but of course has returned. There are not nearly as many Bouillons in Paris as there were back then, but the ones that are open are packed! So be prepared to arrive early and to wait, but it is worth it! Here are the deets: ***LOCATION*** This location is easily accessible by metro. You can find it next to the stop "République" hence the name. ***EXPERIENCE*** An experience like no other. First of all, you will likely wait at least 1 hours. It all depends when you arrive. If you arrive before opening and are only 2, you may get in right away. If you arrive anytime after opening, you will wait. These places are cool because they can accommodate large parties (like 20 people), but the wait will be longer as you have to wait for several tables to open up at the same time side by side. We were 8 and ended up having to squeeze together at a table for 6, but it was fine! We arrived maybe 15-30 min after opening and ended up waiting at least an hour in like 25 degree weather, but it was beyond worth it! Once we got inside, the interior was so nice, you really feel like you're at a fancy restaurant, not just some quick service fast food. There are table cloths, glasses, the waiters are dressed nicely, etc. The quality of the food is phenomenal, but we will get to that. ***PRICE*** Things in Paris are so overpriced, but this place stays one of the cheapest sit down restaurants that I have eaten at in my life... They have appetizers for 2 euros and dishes for under 10. Desserts are also starting at 2 euros and drinks.... drinks are starting at 2 euros as well. You can literally order a 5 Liter bottle of wine for like 50 euros. 5 LITERS. I ordered the following (but didn't get pics of it all because I was famished and started eating too fast lol): * Oeufs mayonnaise (basically deviled eggs): 2.50 euros * Bouillon de volaille, vermicelles (kind of like a chicken noodle soup without any chicken, just the broth): 2.90 euros * Kir cassis (champagne and blackcurrant liquor): 2.60 euros * Gratin de courges au bleu d'Auvergne & noix (baked squash with cheese and walnuts): 8.50 euros * Vin rouge (glass of red wine): 3.60 euros * Mousse au chocolat + chantilly (fluffy chocolate pudding with whipped cream): 4.40 euros * Ricard (French licorice-flavored alcohol) x2: 4 euros Total: 28.50 euros - because tax is included and you don't tip in France. Under 30 euros for a 3 course meal with 2 appetizers and 4 drinks... ***FOOD*** * Oeufs mayonnaise: delicious - similar to deviled eggs but not exactly the same. The mayo is put on top rather than mixing with the yolk. * Bouillon de volaille, vermicelles: THE BEST comfort food I have ever had. It was just a broth with a few thin noodles but it was so good. Especially after over an hour in below freezing weather. * Kir cassis: always a good choice for the apéritif * Gratin de courges au bleu d'Auvergne & noix: good but not necessarily my fav. I really wanted the French onion soup, but already had a soup as an app. I think for non-vegetarians there are soooo many great classic options like boeuf bourguignon! * Vin rouge: cheap French wine over any American wine * Mousse au chocolat + chantilly: It actually was a little too rich for me. It was good but I think I'd try something else next time. * Ricard: really an apératif but I am obsessed so I took it as a digestif. If you haven't tried this and you like licorice, you will love it. Even if you don't like licorice, it is definitely worth trying! You dilute it with water and it really has a very unique taste. ***CONCLUSION*** AN ABSOLUTE MUST-DO. Cheap, fast and great traditional food. Really no negatives minus the wait, but that's normal for something so good! read more

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Je me rend régulièrement au bouillon république et c'est l'un de mes préférés à Paris. Nous nous y sommes rendu assez tôt aux alentours de 19h car il y a toujours énormément de monde à patienter pour avoir une table, et malgré cela nous avons du attendre environ 1h pour un groupe de 8 personnes. Notre serveuse a été à l'écoute, et très professionnelle. Nous avons toutefois été témoins d'une engueulade entre serveur à la fin de notre repas, et je n'ai pas trouvé cela très appréciable, en plein milieu de la salle et devant les clients... c'est le seul bémol que j'ai trouvé dans cette soirée. Concernant les plats, j'ai commandé des œuf mayo et des escargots en entrée, une choucroute en plat, et un choix à la crème en dessert. Ce n'est évidement pas la meilleure nourriture servie au bouillon, mais je dois dire que c'était correct po le prix, et l'ambiance d'un bouillon est toujours assez spéciale entre amis et me plait énormément. Nous avons également commandé une quille de rouge, et le prix était très très raisonnable pour tout ce que nous avons commandés. Je pense que cet adresse reste un must à Paris car vous vous sentez toujours très à l'aise pour passer une bonne soirée et manger des plats " typique " de la culture française pour un prix très raisonnable. Je recommande donc sans hésiter, vous pouvez également vous rendre au bouillon Pigalle qui est a mon sens le meilleur avec le bouillon République. Prévoyez de venir en avance pour ne pas attendre trop longtemps dans la file d'attente, surtout le week-end. read more

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What a Place! My cousins friend recommended we try this place out and it didn't disappoint. We traveled to Paris in a group of 6, but only two of us went pretty late. It was close to closing but we were able to get a table. We both ordered a starter, I had the salad and then steak with fries and then dessert. I ordered the lemon tart and it was absolutely delicious!! We enjoyed our food soo much that we went back the next day with the whole group! This time around I ordered the glazed ham hock and it was soo soo good!! Meat was tender and fell off the bone easily. I enjoyed my meal very much. The Still Lemonade was also refreshing read more

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We were staying near the Republique, and this was on a list of recommended bistros. Around 1pm on a Wednesday, there was a line outside, but we were able to get a table in about 20 minutes. It was packed inside - tables are very very close together - if you're on an inside table and seated on the booth side, you can't actually get out. We were lucky to get an end table, so we had a little more space. Based on the cheap menu prices outside, you can see why it's so popular. Surprisingly, we didn't encounter any other English speakers. The The menu is classic French bistro food - - Onion soup with cantal: a nice light broth - onion based and not beef based. The melted / broiled cantal was the highlight - Provençal beef over macaroni: this was their dish of the day (sadly, they were out of duck confit). This reminded me of a cross between chicken Marbella (olives and capers) and hamburger helper. It wasn't bad but wasn't exactly what I had in mind d - Squash gratin with blue cheese and walnuts: the blue cheese was very mild, so I actually found this a bit under salted. It was a huge portion - Green salad: a little over dressed for me - Fries: nicely battered and double fried - these but the spot I would do the onion soup and fries again. House wines are also incredibly cheap and come in various size options (250 ml, 500 ml, 750 ml, 1000 ml, etc) With tip, our total (including wine and water) was $40 USD, which is quite a good deal by SF bay area pricing comparisons. With COVID, I was pretty uneasy with how crowded it was. Luckily, it was a quick meal because food came out very quickly. read more

Going forward, I will always counter Americans when they complain about snooty Parisian service. My two teenagers and I received EXCELLENT service and kindness from the wait staff at Bouillon. We arrived in Paris with both my kids feeling quite jetlagged and getting sick. We were fortunate to find Bouillon's home-cooked perfect bullion with nourishing vegetables and chicken The waitperson was very kind and even helped me to fill a Hydro flask for takeaway back to our Airbnb so to help my kids' recuperation.  I'm very grateful for the Bouillon wait staff who serves thousands of tourists, some of whom I've witnessed are not the most well mannered or respectful. Thanks for helping travelers from all around the world find affordable, comfort food and a friendly kind face in your beautiful city of lights. read more

Really enjoyed my experience at this restaurant! We waited in line outside for almost 2 hours but it was so worth it. Great service, great food and great prices! read more

Dining at Bouillon République is the perfect way to spend an evening, especially if you and your dining companions are looking to keep an eye out for your wallets. With a gorgeous dining room and a classic French menu, this is dinner spot is excellent for families and young travelers. Bouillon holds a special place in the heart of yours truly as the restaurant where I met several people who would come to be close friends, and so I could not help but return on my last night in the city. My recommendation is to avoid skipping the first course - the chestnut cauliflower soup is an excellent starter, and it may just be the most delightful soup I have ever had the pleasure of tasting! For the main course, I selected the ravioles du royans. Of course, according to my own personal rule, I finished off the night with something to quell my sweet tooth - an indulgently rich and perfectly paired fondant au chocolat in a bed of crème anglaise. Do yourself a favor and grab a bite at Bouillon! read more

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So not Bouillon Chartier which we've been to several times over the years and loved. Prices are the same. Service at republique is so slow. Food meh, had very boring boeuf bourguinion with elbow macaroni. My friend ordered steak fries medium and it came rare. Bummed. read more

What an awesome experience! Incredibly cheap but delicious classic French comfort foods. We Came a few minutes before they opened and joined the queue and were seated immediately, so no hour long wait! Everything tasted super fresh and well made. A great way to sample some authentic dishes at an unbeatable price. read more

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Worth the wait at the door. Place seems busy all the time. Food is great, service is good and the food was amazing. Very good quality for the price. Highly recommended. read more

French onion soup, chicken and steak dishes, crème brûlée, profiteroles were all awesome. Service was slow but they were really busy.

All four water glasses on our table were dirty when we sat down. Salmon was dry. Ratatouille unremarkable. Friendly attentive waitstaff.

This is possibly the most unique and hilarious experience of all times . Our hotel crown plaza recommended this place on checkin. Its french dining, but be prepared to lower your expectations a lot . Yes you will see for dinner people waiting in long line outside, but for some reason if you look like a tourist/american they will take you in right away . I think what it is to be disappointed regardless of pricing. You will many appetizer style items in u.s you will find here as main course . For e.g french onion soup is a main course , potatoes au gratin which is usually a side dish you will get it with some breading and tiny bits of cod fish mashed into it. Wine is like house quality wine , cheaper but just like regular house wine unless you pick something pricey. Skip the steak dish as its super chewy as hell! Thus the price! We went there for the experience-- food is just below average food. But Iguess ok for the price. read more

Had the best time because of our waiter Nordine. He didn't speak any English but that didn't stop us from having a bad translated great conversation. If I come back I'm requesting him. Food was good as well. read more