La Palette
| Company type | Café and brasserie |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality, Food and beverage |
| Founded | 1950 |
| Founder | Jean Louis Hilbert |
| Headquarters | Paris , France |
Area served | Paris |
| Products | Coffee, food, beverages |
La Palette is a café and brasserie-style dining establishment situated in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, France. It has held the status of a protected monument historique since 1984.
History
Acquired by Jean Louis Hilbert during the interwar period, the establishment took on the name La Palette in 1950. The venue comprises two distinct areas: a compact bar space and a more spacious rear room, which was once used as a billiard hall and is adorned with ceramics and artwork from the 1930s and 1940s.
Initially popular among students from the nearby Fine Arts National Higher School, La Palette has historically drawn prominent artists such as Paul Cézanne, Pablo Picasso, and Georges Braque. Over recent years, it has evolved into a fashionable destination for both Parisian youth and visitors. Notably, former French President Jacques Chirac was also known to frequent the café.
On May 23, 1984, the café’s front window along with its back room were officially recognized as a Historical Monument.
La Palette has been featured in cultural media, including Paul Auster's 2009 novel Invisible, and its bar area appeared in Taylor Swift’s 2012 music video for “Begin Again.”
Location
This café is positioned close to the Mabillon stop on Paris Métro Line 10.