Aux Charpentiers

French Restaurant

This historic bistro was originally opened in 1856 and is a real institution in Paris’ Saint Germain des Près district. The name “Aux Charpentiers” means “To Carpenters”, and the restaurant has engravings, photos and furniture commemorating this noble trade. The menu is traditional French bistro fare with a certain amount of influence from the rural Corrèze region with its famous Limousine beef. The atmosphere is friendly with an eclectic mix of locals, tourists, politicians and journalists.