Free Food in Paris. No catch*
The title pretty much says it all. There are a few bars in Paris where you can get get free food after ordering a drink. And no, before you say it, the drinks are not wildly expensive. Quite the opposite. No, I don't understand how this concept could be profitable either, but rather than questioning, I'll just take that fork thanks.
Here's a selection of addresses where you can find this Parisian phenomenon...
* Although you have to like couscous.
La Cordonnerie
28 rue Greneta, 75002
Atmosphere: Ok, so it's pretty much on the infamous rue Saint Denis (red light district) but the crowd is made up of 100% young professionals. Cheap and fun.
- Free couscous on Thurs & Sat from 9 p.m.
Le Tribal Café
3 cour des Petites Ecuries, 75010
Atmosphere: a favourite of locals and hipsters. Located just off the busy rue du Faubourg Saint Denis on a pretty cobbled street.
- Free couscous Fri & Sat (from 9 p.m.)
- Free Mussels Wed & Thurs (from 9 p.m.)
- Big plate of chips for 3 euros
Le Grenier
152 rue Oberkampf, 75011
Atmosphere: Cheap beer, unlimited couscous, good ambiance, the perfect place to start your budget-friendly night out!
- Free couscous Fri & Sat from 7.30 p.m.
La Chope
40 rue de Clignancourt, 75018
Atmosphere: also known as a "gypsy jazz bar" this place is always buzzing. Get there early, before the regulars settle in for the night, and stay late...you never know what'll happen!
- Free couscous Fri & Sat. Concerts on Sun eve.
Bon appétit!
Mustard
Labels: 75002, 75010, 75011, 75018, Dinner, food, food and wine, insolite, nightlife, things to do in Paris, underground scene, Unusual, what Parisians do
