Chez René

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Chez René is a Saint-Germain institution whose history goes back to 1896. The present restaurant was founded in 1957 by Adrienne and René Cinquin, natives of Beaujolais with a deep respect for the art of the table. Cherished by intellectuals and artists, it has welcomed Alberto Giacometti, Ernest Hemingway and François Mitterrand.

A true Beaujolais bistro, the establishment has preserved its timeless atmosphere: generous, home-made cooking, prepared the old-fashioned way with local produce. Calf's liver in Beaujolais or bœuf bourguignon "René style" are enjoyed among vintage posters, mosaic floors and white tablecloths, while the menu is still chalked up on a blackboard.

Souvenirs from other Paris houses

The Bordeaux Signature Cap, Bistrot Paul BertThe Bordeaux Signature Cap, Bistrot Paul Bert, view 2
Bistrot Paul Bert

The Bordeaux Signature Cap

$60
The White Signature T-shirt, Bistrot Paul BertThe White Signature T-shirt, Bistrot Paul Bert, view 2
Bistrot Paul Bert

The White Signature T-shirt

$80
The "Menu" T-shirt, LIPPThe "Menu" T-shirt, LIPP, view 2
Lipp

The "Menu" T-shirt

$80
The Crème Signature Cap, Bistrot Paul BertThe Crème Signature Cap, Bistrot Paul Bert, view 2
Bistrot Paul Bert

The Crème Signature Cap

$60
Bistrot Paul Bert

The Bernardaud Plate

$100
Lipp

The Embroidered Signature Hat

$60
Lipp

The Long Sleeve T-shirt

$90
Petit Vendôme

The Cream Signature T-shirt

$80