Au chien qui fume, French restaurant in the 1st arrondissement, Paris, France.
Description
Au chien qui fume is a restaurant in a protected historic building from the 19th century located on Rue du Pont-Neuf, marked by hand-carved dog heads on wooden counters. The elaborate interior with ornate window displays and traditional details remains intact today.
History
The business was founded in 1740 and ranks among the oldest restaurants in the city. Its architectural features earned it protected monument status in 1984.
Culture
The establishment reflects a long Paris tradition, blending craftsmanship with daily pleasures in a space that has drawn guests across centuries. The place shows how Belle Époque aesthetics mixed with how people gather and eat here.
Practical
The restaurant sits within walking distance of two metro stations and is accessible daily from morning until late at night. It suits different times of day, whether breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Did you know?
The restaurant's name comes from four dog head signs at the windows, a long-standing marker of the place. These details were kept with such care that visitors see them today the same way earlier generations did.
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