Au Pied de Cochon
A historic brasserie in the Les Halles district opened in 1947, operating nearly 24/7 and famous for its French onion soup and grilled pork trotter.
Opened in 1947 next to the old Les Halles market, this restaurant historically served market workers and late-night revelers, and remains a lively, classic brasserie today. The French onion soup is one of the most highly rated dishes, while the grilled pork trotter served with Béarnaise sauce and fries is the namesake specialty; seafood platters are also available. Professional critics note that while it may not be the absolute best brasserie in town, it is highly entertaining and iconic; diner reviews are mixed, with common complaints focusing on prices and service. Although famous for its round-the-clock service, it now closes briefly in the early morning from about 05:00 to 08:00. Reservations are accepted, and the average à la carte spend is around €50 excluding drinks. Nearest metro: Les Halles.
Opening hours
Daily 08:00-05:00 the following day (slight variations exist across sources; confirm before heading out late)
Nearby sights
- Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection
- Sainte-Chapelle
- Louvre Museum
- Musée d'Orsay
- Shakespeare and Company
- Notre-Dame de Paris
- Latin Quarter & Saint-Germain-des-Prés
- Palais Garnier