What to order at Le Baratin

Must order
The sweetbreads if they are on, and a glass from Philippe Pinoteau's natural list.
Signature dishes
Veal sweetbreads, Pigeon
Editor tip
Closed Sunday and Monday, often Saturday too. Phone bookings only, no website.
CuisineFrench Bistro
Price€€
Neighborhood20e
HoursTue-Fri 12:00-14:30 19:30-22:30, Sat 19:30-22:30, Closed Sun-Mon
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Location

Address: 3 Rue Jouye-Rouve, 75020 Paris

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