Bona Ventura

11th arr. (Filles du Calvaire) · Paris

Clown Bar

Local cuisineLocals' pick

The old canteen of the Cirque d'Hiver performers next door, with a painted ceiling, zinc bar and circus-themed ceramic tiles listed among Paris's finest bistrot décors. Today a chef-driven kitchen sends out small plates (Time Out names Korean chef Jung Yonghoon) with a serious natural-wine cellar.

Address
114 Rue Amelot, 75011 Paris
Hours
Mon-Sun 12:00-14:00, 19:00-24:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
Best time to go
Evening · About 1.5 h
Price
Lunch menu EUR 38; evening plates EUR 8-34 (Le Fooding, 2026)
Price level
€€€

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Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.

Good to know

  • Look up at the Art Deco ceiling and the clown faïence panels.
  • Order several small plates to share; the cellar is natural wine by the glass.
  • Opening days vary between sources: check before going at the weekend.

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