Explore the historic Parisian establishment located on Boulevard du Montparnasse.
For all lovers of historic cafes and travelers alike, we present a series of brief articles introducing some of the world’s most renowned cafes.
Today, we begin with La Closerie des Lilas, the historic Parisian venue located on Boulevard du Montparnasse.
Our gourmet restaurant offers a refined atmosphere, featuring a beautiful veranda on the first floor and a private dining room. Indulge in our seasonal specialities, including Hemingway's flambéed beef filet, and Crêpe Suzette. Our menu also includes fresh oysters for your enjoyment.
La Closerie des Lilas has attracted famous artists and intellectuals since its opening in the late 19th century. Émile Zola, Cézanne, Théophile Gautier, Charles Baudelaire, and the brothers Jules and Edmond de Goncourt frequented its tables, contributing to its renown. Over the years, the cafe continued to host notable figures such as Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Miller, and our own Amedeo Modigliani, André Breton, Aragon, Kees Van Dongen, Pablo Picasso, Gino Severini, Jean-Paul Sartre, André Gide, Paul Éluard, Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett, Man Ray, Ezra Pound, and Jean-Edern Hallier.
Even today, La Closerie des Lilas remains a favorite among the French and international artistic and cultural elite. Whether you visit the elegant bar or dine in a classy restaurant, you can enjoy live music played by a pianist in a retro atmosphere rich in history.
For your next trip to Paris, we highly recommend visiting La Closerie des Lilas. take some time to relax and immerse yourself in the ambiance that has inspired generations of artists and thinkers.