Viaduc des Arts
about 8 min on foot
Craft workshops built into the arches of a former railway viaduct.
Plan your visit · Paris 12
Visit us between Bastille and Nation
We serve non-stop from midday to 11 pm, Tuesday to Saturday, and the kitchen does not close between services, which in Paris is rarer than it should be. Here is how to find us, when to come, and how to book.
Find us
Practical information
- 240 rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, 75012 Paris
- Tuesday to Saturday · 12 pm to 11 pm (non-stop)
- Reuilly-Diderot (lines 1 & 8), about 3 min on foot
- 06 73 08 54 13
Closed on Mondays and, as a rule, on Sundays. We do open for about ten Sundays a year at lunch: the dates are listed further down.
Getting here
How to find us
Four metro stations are within a few minutes. Walking times are approximate.
Reuilly-Diderot
Lines 1 and 8
about 3 min on foot
Rue des Boulets
Line 9
about 4 min on foot
Faidherbe-Chaligny
Line 8
about 6 min on foot
Nation
Lines 1, 2, 6, 9 and RER A
about 6 min on foot
From Gare de Lyon
Line 1 straight to Reuilly-Diderot, no change. Handy if you are arriving by train, or heading out of Paris the same day.
From Bastille and the Opéra Bastille
About 15 minutes on foot straight up the rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, or one hop on line 1. Worth knowing: we are at number 240, which is the Nation end of the street, not the Bastille end.
From Place de la Nation
About 6 minutes on foot. Nation is on lines 1, 2, 6, 9 and the RER A, so it is usually the easiest interchange to aim for.
From Marché d’Aligre
About 10 minutes on foot. A good pairing: the market in the morning, lunch here afterwards.
From By bike
The Bastille to Nation axis is part of the Vélopolitain cycle network, so the whole street is rideable.
Sundays
The Sundays we do open
We are closed on Sundays and Mondays as a rule, but we open for about ten Sundays a year, at lunch, around a Paris event or a family occasion. If your trip falls on one of these, you are in luck.
- Sunday, 30 August 2026Last Sunday of the summer holidays
- Sunday, 13 September 2026First week back after the summer
- Sunday, 11 October 2026Fête des vendanges, with a food and wine pairing
- Sunday, 1 November 2026All Saints’ Day
- Sunday, 13 December 2026Our last festive Sunday before the end-of-year closing
These are lunch only, not dinner. We do not have a closing time to publish yet, so call us if you are planning a late lunch. Any change is announced on Instagram @letylouis.
Comfort & access
Good to know before you come
Wheelchair access
Step-free access and accessible toilets for guests with reduced mobility.
Summer terrace
A pop-up terrace, set up in the warmer months (April to October).
Air-conditioned
A cool dining room, comfortable even on the hottest days.
Free Wi-Fi
Available throughout, handy for a relaxed afternoon coffee.
Paying
How you can pay
- Credit and debit cards
- American Express
- Cash
- French luncheon vouchers (titres-restaurant), paper and card
- Bank transfer
American Express is genuinely worth flagging: plenty of Paris restaurants turn it down. Chèques-vacances holiday vouchers are the one thing we cannot accept.
Around the table
What is nearby
This corner of the 12th is not on the standard tourist trail, which is rather the point. Here is what to build a half-day around.
Coulée verte René-Dumont
about 8 min on foot
The elevated park on top of that same viaduct, and the model for New York’s High Line.
Marché d’Aligre
about 10 min on foot
One of the liveliest food markets in Paris, with a covered hall.
Jardin de Reuilly
about 8 min on foot
A quiet neighbourhood garden with a big lawn, good for an after-lunch pause.
Booking
Reserve your table
Booking is recommended in the evening, at weekends and for groups, though off-peak you are welcome to simply walk in. You can reserve online in a few clicks, or call us on 06 73 08 54 13. For a group or a private event, there is a dedicated page.
One tip if you are visiting from abroad: the whole menu is on this site in English, with prices and an explanation of each Breton name. Reading it beforehand makes ordering a good deal easier, and there is a short guide to Breton food if you want the background.
And if you are reading this at an awkward hour, our guide to eating late in Paris explains why most kitchens here shut between 2.30 pm and 7 pm, and what you can order at ours in the meantime.
Good to know
Visiting Ty Louis: your questions
When is Ty Louis open?
Tuesday to Saturday, 12 pm to 11 pm, non-stop (no afternoon break). Closed on Mondays. We also open on about ten Sundays a year, at lunch only, for a Paris event or a family celebration: the dates are announced on our Instagram @letylouis.
How do I book a table?
Book online in a few clicks via our reservation link, or call us at 06 73 08 54 13. Booking is recommended in the evening and at weekends.
What’s the nearest metro?
Reuilly-Diderot (lines 1 and 8) is the closest, a few minutes away. Nation (lines 1, 2, 6, 9 and RER A), Faidherbe-Chaligny (line 8) and Rue des Boulets (line 9) are all nearby.
Do you accept American Express?
Yes, American Express is accepted at Ty Louis, which is not a given in Paris restaurants. We also take credit and debit cards, cash, and French luncheon vouchers (titres-restaurant, paper or card). Chèques-vacances holiday vouchers are not accepted.
Is the restaurant accessible?
Yes. There is step-free access and accessible toilets for guests with reduced mobility. The dining room is air-conditioned, and there’s a summer terrace from April to October.
Where exactly is Ty Louis?
At 240 rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, 75012 Paris, in the 12th arrondissement, between Bastille and Nation. Number 240 is at the Nation end of the street, about 6 minutes from Place de la Nation and about 15 minutes on foot from the Opéra Bastille.
Can I eat in the middle of the afternoon?
Yes, and this is the thing worth knowing. We serve non-stop from 12 pm to 11 pm, and the kitchen does not close between lunch and dinner. Most Paris restaurants shut theirs around 2.30 pm and reopen at 7 pm, which catches visitors out constantly. Our set lunch menu is midday only, so an afternoon meal means ordering from the menu: call us on 06 73 08 54 13 and we will tell you what we can serve at that hour. You are also welcome to come just for a coffee.
Do I need to book, or can I walk in?
You are welcome to walk in, and off-peak you will usually find a table. Booking is recommended in the evening, at weekends, and for groups. You can book online or call us on 06 73 08 54 13.
Is the menu available in English?
Yes. The whole menu is on this site in English, dish by dish, with the prices and an explanation of the Breton names. There is also a page explaining what Breton food actually is, which is worth two minutes before you order kig ha farz for the first time.
Are you open on Sundays?
Not as a rule. We are closed on Sundays and Mondays, but we open for about ten Sundays a year at lunch only, tied to a Paris event or a family occasion such as the Paris marathon, the Fête de la Bretagne or Mother’s Day. The dates for the year are listed on this page and announced on Instagram @letylouis.
Do you cater for vegetarians and gluten intolerance?
Yes to both, and not as an afterthought. There are full vegetarian main courses on the menu year-round, and a good part of the menu is naturally gluten-free because buckwheat contains no gluten. Dishes we can serve gluten-free are marked. Tell your server when you order so we can check the details.
Is there a terrace?
Yes, a pop-up terrace from April to October. Out of season, or on a hot day, the dining room is air-conditioned.
Can I book the restaurant for a group or a private event?
Yes. We take private bookings for up to 50 guests in the dining room, and up to 80 in summer with the terrace. There is a dedicated page for private events with the details.
Reservations
A Breton table in Paris 12
Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner, non-stop service.
240 rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, between Bastille and Nation.