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Entry No. 999 · Steak Frites · Steak-frites (Stek-freet)

Bouillon Chartier

While it's not a meat specialist, Chartier is the historic 'budget' choice. It is a spectacular Belle Époque hall where your order is written directly on the paper tablecloth. The steak frites here is basic and functional, but it is the cheapest authentic version in the city, served in an atmosphere that hasn't changed in over a century.

Budget$
Wait2 min walk from Grands Boulevards station.11:30 or 18:00 to avoid the massive queue; they do not take reservations.
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While it's not a meat specialist, Chartier is the historic 'budget' choice. It is a spectacular Belle Époque hall where your order is written directly on the paper tablecloth. The steak frites here is basic and functional, but it is the cheapest authentic version in the city, served in an atmosphere that hasn't changed in over a century.

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No. 999 for Steak Frites in Paris

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Find Bouillon Chartier in 9th Arrondissement (Grands Boulevards). Stamping unlocks when you’re within 75 m of the shop.

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Musée Grévin; Passage Jouffroy

Musée Grévin; Passage Jouffroy

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