09 Painting, Streets of Paris, Nine of Olga Novokhatska's Parisian Cafés and Brasseries, with footnotes, Part #79

Olga Novokhatska, France
Brasserie at St. Louis
Oil on Canvas
25.6 W x 31.9 H x 0.8 D in

Located at the tip of Ile Saint-Louis, opposite Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral, the Brasserie de l'Isle Saint-Louis welcomes you in its warm decor typical of Parisian brasseries of the 1930s.

A family establishment that has seen three generations at the helm since the 1950s, the Brasserie de l'Isle Saint-Louis is still run by the same family today. She strives to perpetuate the tradition and maintain with passion and regularity the spirit of this "old lady" who has seen several generations of political, artistic or literary personalities settle at her table, without ever succumbing to the sirens of the fashion. It retains its clientele of eternal regulars; some even remember the beginnings of the Guépratte spouses in 1953 (!) and their descendants ensure that ancestral traditions are respected. More on Brasserie de l'Isle Saint-Louis

Olga Novokhatska, France
Café de Flore II
Oil on Canvas
18.1 W x 25.6 H x 0.8 D in

This Parisian institute is one of the most renowned cafes in Paris and is about as classic as it gets, with its crisp white marquee and overflow of customers relaxing at chic tables outside. Although the hot chocolate and setting are more than enough reason to make a visit, it’s Cafe de Flore’s illustrious history that attracts thousands of tourists every year and makes it one of the best cafes in Paris.

Located on the Seine’s picturesque left bank between the fifth and sixth arrondissement, this art deco destination has been featured by the likes of Vogue Australia, Goop, Time Out Paris and more. Unsurprisingly, it’s topped many Parisian guidebooks as a must-visit place especially for those who love literature, fashion and art. (In fact, the cafe is lined with works of art by the master artists who used to frequent Cafe de Flore.) More on Café de Flore

Olga Novokhatska, France
Café Le Janou
Oil on Canvas
51.2 W x 31.9 H x 0.8 D in
Private collection

This unpretentious Provençal bistro is very cozy, with old French movie posters on the walls, a pleasant atmosphere, and classic French-Mediterranean cuisine, such as king prawns, scallops, rabbit, and ratatouille.

With a selection of more than 80 pastis, this small restaurant with a green frontage stands out from the start. There is something for everyone, from classic pastis, to that from elsewhere, whether from Greece or Turkey. More on Café Le Janou

Olga Novokhatska, France
Les Deux Magots
Oil on Canvas
31.9 W x 39.4 H x 0.8 D in
Private collection

Les Deux Magots is a famous café and restaurant situated at 6, Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris's 6th arrondissement, France. It once had a reputation as the rendezvous of the literary and intellectual elite of the city. It is now a popular tourist destination. Its historical reputation is derived from the patronage of Surrealist artists, intellectuals to the likes of Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre, as well as young writers, such as Ernest Hemingway. Other patrons included Albert Camus, Pablo Picasso, James Joyce, Bertolt Brecht, Julia Child and the American writers James Baldwin, Chester Himes and Richard Wright.

The Deux Magots literary prize (Prix des Deux Magots) has been awarded to a French novel every year since 1933 at Les Deux Magots. 

"Magot" literally means "stocky figurine from the Far East". The name originally belonged to a fabric and novelty shop at nearby 23 Rue de Buci. The shop sold silk lingerie and took its name from a popular play of the moment (19th century) entitled Les Deux Magots de la Chine. Its two statues represent Chinese "mandarins", or "magicians", who gaze serenely over the room. In 1873, the business moved to its current location in the Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés. In 1884, the business changed to a café and liquoriste, keeping the name.

Auguste Boulay bought the business in 1914, when it was on the brink of bankruptcy, for 400,000 francs. The present manager, Catherine Mathivat, is his great-great-granddaughter. More on Les Deux Magots

Olga Novokhatska, France
Le Petit Cler
Oil on Canvas
24 W x 19.7 H x 0.8 D in
Private collection

Perfect Paris Lunch Stop After Visiting the Eiffel Tour. Le Petit Cler is on the famous market street Rue Cler in Paris‘s 7th Arrondissement. The street and the restaurant are a 10 minute walk from the Eiffel Tower. Inside, it is typical bistro - black and white tiled floor and dark wood railings. The menu is filled with tartines, salads, cheese plates, and organic wines. Le Petit Cler is an excellent place for lunch after a visit the Eiffel Tower. Don’t hesitate to get the entree and the main course menu if you climbed all those stairs. More on Le Petit Cler

Olga Novokhatska, France
Café le Bon Pecheur
Oil on Canvas
 21.3 W x 25.6 H x 0.8 D in

Located near the Châtelet district, Le Bon Pêcheur prepares a warm welcome for you in an authentic setting. The decoration of the restaurant gives it a very particular charm: the wooden furniture, the tall columns and the small lamps suspended from the ceiling give Le Bon Pêcheur a typical old-fashioned atmosphere, while remaining comfortable and cozy. Perfect for having a meal with friends!

The menu suggests many French and European specialties, ideal to accompany a good glass of cocktail , as well as a selection of vegetarian dishes. The generous portions, at very affordable prices, will be served with a smile by a team attentive to all your needs. More on Le Bon Pêcheur 

Olga Novokhatska, France
Café at St. Louis
Oil on Canvas
18.1 W x 25.6 H x 0.8 D in

Café Saint Louis is located in the Mile End at the corner of Villeneuve and De Bullion streets. Opened in June 2019, it offers a convivial space where you can enjoy quality coffee and delicious pastries.

The name “Louis” has a place of honour at the corner of Villeneuve and De Bullion. Firstly, because the Mile End used to be known as Saint-Louis, but also because the name “Louis” is common in each of the owners’ families. Café Saint Louis

Olga Novokhatska, France
Paradise café
Oil on Canvas
11.8 W x 15.7 H x 0.8 D in
Private collection

Located a stone's throw from Châtelet, Café Paradis is the perfect spot for a gourmet break in a very pleasant setting.

With a beautiful heated terrace adorned with all these flowers, Café Paradis captures the attention of pedestrians. The pink plaids and this floral decoration give a cocooning atmosphere to the place, we immediately want to stop there! More on Café Paradis

Olga Novokhatska, France
The Green Café
Oil on Canvas
19.7 W x 19.7 H x 0.8 D in
Private collection

The Green Café is first and foremost an Italian meeting place: mainly pasta and pizza, but secondly it is world cuisine: spices such as barberries, saffron, curry... In short, the chef is not lacking in ideas. He also concocted the owner's Pizza which has its success. The charcuterie is of high quality. All fruit juices are pressed by the minute. In the evening you can often attend concerts. More on The Green Café

Olga Novokhatska is a Ukrainian artist. She lives and works in Paris. After obtaining her Master's degree in painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kharkiv, Ukraine, she continued her artistic education at the School of Fine Arts in Lorraine. She obtained her DNSEP in 2010. Her style is between abstract and figurative, with a strong impressionist influence. Olga Novokhatska uses oil paint on canvas as a medium for her works. Her favorite subjects are the human figure and nature. In her latest series, she depicts spring trees in bloom, with a rich texture, worked with a spatula. More on Olga Novokhatska 




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