Founded in 1864 mere steps from the Place des Vosges and Place de la Bastille, Brasserie Bofinger is considered to be the "most beautiful brasserie in Paris". Deep in the heart of Paris' 4th arrondissement in a Belle Epoque setting, come discover the refined quality of a traditional Alsatian meal.

In 1864, Colmar-native Frédéric Bofinger opened a modest establishment near the Bastille just at the edge of the Marais and Faubourg Saint-Antoine, the preferred neighbourhoods of the many Alsatians who had been employed in woodworking and cabinet-making since the 16th century.

Bofinger was the first Parisian brasserie to offer beer on draught. Served in earthenware pots that customers brought themselves, alongside delicatessen meats and sauerkraut, the beer ranged from 18° to 25° proof. In 1919, Bofinger expanded and underwent an astounding renovation. Tufted bench seats, bevelled mirrors, interplaying lights and paintings...the Belle Epoque décor was resplendent with joie de vivre. The walls proclaimed Art Nouveau and an enchanted, liberated Alsace. It was the place for revelry, laughter and fun in an elegant, colourful party.

The beer is still on tap. Under the lively cupola of the grand dining room or in the more intimate salons of the first floor, Bofinger always stirs up history.