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About this spot
This canal-side brasserie defined the Saint-Martin neighborhood's café culture with its prime people-watching terrace and unpretentious bistro fare. Weekend brunch draws lines of locals clutching newspapers and tourists fresh from the nearby boutiques. The eggs Benedict and strong coffee fuel hours of leisurely canal-gazing.
💡 Tips before you go
- Claim a terrace table early on sunny weekends
- The brunch menu runs until 4pm on weekends
- Bring a book - service is deliberately unhurried
Common Questions
How much does Chez Prune cost?
Brunch €12-18, lunch mains €14-22, coffee €3-5, roughly $13-25 USD
Where is Chez Prune?
Canal Saint-Martin, Paris, directly overlooking the canal with outdoor terrace seating
When is Chez Prune busiest?
Weekend brunch from 11am-2pm gets packed, but the terrace turns over regularly so waits aren't too long
About this page
Restaurant: Chez Prune
Cuisine: Brasserie
Location: Canal Saint-Martin, Paris, France
Source: Curated from local review platforms