Restaurant 52, known locally as 52 Faubourg Saint-Denis after its address, is a modern French bistro in the 10th arrondissement. Restaurateur Charles Compagnon, also behind Le Richer and L’Office, opened it in 2014. Diners come for inventive, market-driven cooking at fair prices on one of Paris’s liveliest food streets.
The dining room is pared back, with bare surfaces, an open feel and big windows onto the street. A small terrace lets you watch the neighborhood go by. The kitchen works from a short seasonal menu that changes often, pairing French technique with bright, unexpected flavors. Dishes vary with the market, so expect a different lineup on each visit. The room fits both couples lingering over wine and solo diners dropping in for a plate at the counter. Listings on Restaurant Guru show thousands of visitor reviews that consistently praise the cooking and value.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
The restaurant has long run on a no-reservations, walk-in basis. Arrive just as dinner service opens, or come mid-afternoon, to skip a wait. Weekend evenings fill fastest. Hours and booking policies can change, so check current details on Google Maps or by phone before you go. The nearest Métro is Strasbourg–Saint-Denis (lines 4, 8 and 9), a few minutes’ walk away. Pair dinner with a look at the Porte Saint-Denis triumphal arch or a stroll along the nearby Canal Saint-Martin.
