Maybe you’d already heard of Bofinger and decided that the oldest (and most beautiful) brassiere in Paris must surely be a tourist trap so you skipped it. If you are an off-the-beaten path kind of traveler, like me, that is an understandable mindset; however, you should force yourself to go to Bofinger. You will be glad you did, as I was.

The central Paris location makes Bofinger a great place for a short break or a nice long dinner after sightseeing. It is just off the Place de Bastille opposite the Opera at rue de la Bastille 5-7 (just outside the Bastille subway exit). Make sure that you get a table downstairs under the Belle Époque stained glass ceiling. This huge dome is really from the Paris of your dreams.

The ambiance will make sure you stay and the food will make you glad you did. Bofinger specializes in seafood (you’ll see it on your way in) but also offers a variety of other tasty, land-based options. My friend swears by the Chateaubriand steak. Whatever you decide to eat, the set price menu is hard to pass up. A starter and main course (or starter and dessert) at lunch runs €23.50. A starter, main course and dessert run €30.50 at dinner and there is even a late night (after 11 p.m.) deal for night owls. Also, make sure to check out the 15% online booking discount at their website.

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