The Tanners of the Hill, French restaurant and pub in the 13th arrondissement, Paris
Les Tanneurs de la Butte is a French restaurant and pub on Rue de la Butte aux Cailles in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. The menu features classic French dishes such as beef tartare, sausage with aligot, and salmon tartare, alongside a selection of drinks including local beers and wines.
The building has a long history as a gathering spot for local workers before becoming a restaurant. Over time it became a fixture of the Butte-aux-Cailles area, a neighborhood that has kept its human scale and distinct character within Paris.
The restaurant sits on Rue de la Butte aux Cailles, a street known for its village-like feel within Paris. Eating there gives a sense of the slow, everyday rhythm of the neighborhood, shaped by regulars and locals who treat it as a second home.
The place opens early in the morning and stays open late at night, making it a flexible option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is dog-friendly, so you can bring a pet, and outdoor seating is available when the weather allows.
The name of the restaurant references the tanners who once worked in the area around Butte aux Cailles, when the neighborhood was shaped by craftsmen and small trades. That history still shows up in the names of several spots along the street today.
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