A brief history of Paris's top restaurants: Auberge Pyrénées Cévennes, canaille cuisine

A legendary address in the 11th arrondissement, theAuberge Pyrénées Cévennes has embodied the soul of the Parisian bistro for over a hundred years. This landmark of local cuisine, famous for its blanquette de veau and cassoulet, is now run by chef Pierre Négrevergne, while retaining its unchanged decor and generous spirit.

An inn born over a century ago

The story of theAuberge Pyrénées Cévennes began over a hundred years ago, in the working-class Folie-Méricourt district. Just a stone's throw from the Place de la République, this traditional bistro has always been a haven for gourmets in search of generous cuisine and conviviality.

The decor of a provincial house

What strikes you on entering is the immutability of the place. Antique wood panelling, checked tablecloths, a simple, warm atmosphere, the smell of simmering dishes... Everything is reminiscent of a provincial inn forgotten by time. We come here to rediscover vanished flavors, far from fashions and trends.

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Pierre Négrevergne's local cuisine

Since its takeover by chef Pierre Négrevergne, the Auberge has remained true to its culinary origins. The generous homemade cassoulet remains a benchmark. Blanquette de veau, another signature dish, is unanimously acclaimed for its mildness and perfectly controlled cooking. The chef's pâté en croûte even took 4th place in the 2015 world championship. There are also classic desserts and a French wine list designed to accompany each plate in the bistro spirit.

A temporary closure, a promise to return

Today, the Auberge Pyrénées Cévennes is closed for renovation. Its reopening is scheduled for 2026, with the promise of returning without betraying the soul of the house. A pause to preserve what it is: an authentic address, loved by Parisians and lovers of traditional gastronomy.

Our review of Auberge Pyrénées Cévennes:

L'Auberge Pyrénées Cévennes, an authentic and hearty Parisian bistro
L'Auberge Pyrénnées Cévennes is the old bistro in the 11th arrondissement of Paris that has been delighting diners with its traditional cuisine for over 100 years. Taken over by Pierre Négrevergne two years ago, this institution continues to delight lovers of generous French cuisine. Are you a fan of pâté en croûte, blanquette and cassoulet? Here's your address! [Read more]