Brasserie Lipp Paris – Iconic Brasserie, Café & Bar on Boulevard Saint-Germain - TLC PARIS

Brasserie Lipp Paris – Iconic Brasserie, Café & Bar on Boulevard Saint-Germain

Brasserie Lipp — Key Notes (Saint-Germain-des-Prés)

Hours: open daily 09:00–02:00 (late-night classic).
Brasserie icons: old-school French dishes + Paris brasserie theatre (garçons, mirrors, energy).
Interior mood: Art Nouveau-style details, mirrors, and that “Saint-Germain institution” glow.
TLC Paris tip: go early for calmer service, or go late for the “Paris never ends” feeling.

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Saint-Germain Institution

One of the most famous brasseries in the Left Bank “mythology.”

Open Late (Daily)

09:00–02:00 — perfect for late dinners and post-theatre energy.

Classic French Brasserie Menu

Seafood, bistro classics, and “Paris comfort food” done properly.

Art Nouveau Details

Mirrors, ceramics, warm lighting — a room that feels like a film set.

People-Watching Address

Come for the food, stay for the “Paris crowd” choreography.

TLC Paris Concierge note: Lipp is the “brasserie landmark” — use it when you want classic Paris in one shot.

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Address, Contact & Map+

Brasserie Lipp

151 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris

Phone: +33 (0)1 45 48 53 91

Official site ↗ · Book a table ↗ · @lippbrasserie ↗

The Lipp Experience+

A Saint-Germain institution: classic brasserie service, a famous dining room, and that “Paris crowd” energy from lunch into late night.

See menus: Open ↗

What to Order+
  • Start with a “brasserie classic” starter (seafood / charcuterie / terrine mood).
  • Main: go French-bourgeois comfort (this place does tradition on purpose).
  • Finish with a dessert + coffee if you’re doing it as your “Saint-Germain moment”.
Reservations & Best Timing+

Book if you want a smoother experience, especially evenings & weekends.

Official booking ↗

Hours & Access+

Open daily: 09:00–02:00.

Metro: Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Line 4) is the closest classic stop.

Bonne journée / TLC Paris Tip+
  • Perfect for a Saint-Germain loop: bookshops → galleries → Lipp → night walk by the Seine.
  • Want the “institution” vibe? Go at peak hours. Want calm? Go right when service starts.
  • TLC Paris Concierge can pair this with nearby cafés, boutiques & Left Bank icons.
Description

Founded in 1880, Brasserie Lipp is one of Paris’s most legendary brasseries—an enduring symbol of Left Bank intellectual life, classic French cuisine, and timeless café culture. Located on Boulevard Saint-Germain, this historic address has welcomed writers, politicians, artists, and Parisian regulars for generations, remaining remarkably unchanged in spirit and atmosphere.

Inside, Brasserie Lipp preserves its unmistakable Belle Époque character: tiled walls signed by famous patrons, mirrored panels, brass fittings, and white-jacketed servers moving with quiet efficiency. The ambiance is lively yet grounded, offering an authentic Parisian brasserie experience where tradition is lived rather than staged.

As a restaurant, Brasserie Lipp is celebrated for its unwavering commitment to classic French brasserie dishes—choucroute garnie, sole meunière, blanquette de veau, steak frites, and traditional desserts—served with consistency and respect for heritage. As a café and bar, it remains a natural meeting place throughout the day, ideal for coffee, apéritifs, or long conversations in a setting steeped in history.

Brasserie Lipp benefits from an exceptional location at the crossroads of culture, fashion, and Parisian life. Just steps away, the boutiques along Boulevard Saint-Germain and Rue du Bac include Saint Laurent, Ralph Lauren, Moncler, Etro, and other international fashion houses. Cultural landmarks such as the Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Musée d’Orsay are within walking distance, while nearby hotels like Hôtel Lutetia anchor the area’s refined, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Recommended by TLC Paris Concierge, Brasserie Lipp is ideal for travelers seeking a genuine Parisian brasserie experience shaped by history, craftsmanship, and location. Whether for lunch, dinner, or an apéritif between shopping and cultural visits, it remains one of the city’s most enduring and recognizable addresses.