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Origin and history

The bar-restaurant Au chien qui fume is housed in a building of the 4th quarter of the 19th century, at 33 rue du Pont-Neuf, in the 1st arrondissement of Paris. This street, pierced to serve the Halles, became a lively place where cafes and restaurants were set up. The Smoker Dog quickly distinguished itself by its unique visual identity: a front with four panels under glass, each representing a smoking dog, accompanied by typical menus (onion soup, snails, salmon). These elements, along with the wooden counter decorated with smoking dog heads, reflect the festive and popular spirit of the Halles at their peak.

Ranked a historic monument in 1984 for its front and interior decoration, the restaurant embodies Parisian gastronomic and artistic heritage. The details of the panels, also reminiscent of an orchestra, recall the musical and friendly atmosphere that prevailed in these establishments. The building itself, although simple, is part of the urban history of Paris, marked by the transformation of the Halles into a major commercial and cultural hub. Today, the Smoker Dog remains a tangible testimony of this time, preserved for its picturesque and historical character.

The restaurant is easily accessible via the Louvre - Rivoli metro stations (line 1) and Les Halles (line 4), highlighting its anchoring in the historical and tourist heart of Paris. Its inscription in the title of historical monuments underlines the importance of preserving these places full of memory, where art, gastronomy and Parisian life mix together. The accuracy of its location (Insee code 75101) and its mention in bases like Mérimée confirm its status as a heritage to be protected.

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