Chilam expands and moves to Bastille! Find us at n°4 rue de la rue Brissac in the 4th arrondissement. Chilam Bastille is open Wednesday to Saturday from 7pm to 11.30pm and Sunday from 12pm to 3pm. Click here to discover the new address!
There are many restaurants in Paris dedicated to world cuisine. Italian, Japanese, Chilean, Mexican... Parisians don't have to travel far to find what they're looking for. But finding THE restaurant that makes the difference, that has that extra something that transports you to the country you've been longing for, is no easy task.
For all lovers of Mexican cuisine, we invite you to discover Chilam as a matter of urgency. Behind this name, a reference to the Chilam Balam, the famous indigenous manuscripts written after the Conquest, lies a cheerful duo made up of Juan, originally from southern Mexico, and Lucia, who hails from southern Italy. It all began for them with the launch of a food truck on the streets of the capital. Then, in 2017, it was the consecration with the prize for the best tacos of the year awarded at the Que Gusto Festival.
Following this success, the two acolytes decided to bring their Mexican-inspired gastronomic recipes to the heart of Paris. And it's at N°12 rue des Ecouffes, in the Marais district, that this pretty and colorful little shop is to be discovered. In a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, customers flock here to savor the house's succulent tacos.
Barbacoa de Pato" taco
Our signature taco is the " Al Pastor " lobster prepared withAxiote (a Yucatan spice) and Chipotle (pickled jalapeño), enhanced by a touch of Tequila and roasted pineapple!
There are six other tacos to discover, including the " Barbacoa de Pato ", made with duck simmered and flavored with Mexican spices and served with guacamole, or the excellent and surprising " Cochinita Pibil ", with pork marinated for 24 hours in a roucou-based preparation, shredded and cooked at low temperature... All to be enjoyed wrapped in a delicious, thin tortilla made from organic Mexican corn!
Cochinita Pibil" taco
For vegetarians, opt for the " Frijolitos Refritos " with a creamy Mexican purée of organic black beans served with fromage frais and avocado.
For those in a hurry,Chilam also offers the famous pork, lobster or vegan burritos.
And, in keeping with Mexican cuisine, Chilam also offers plates to share, including the must-try guacamole with an excellent black bean purée, or quesadillas (homemade wheat tortillas topped with cheese and avocado and flavored with Chipotle pepper).
Quesadillas
And to accompany these tasty dishes, customers can quench their thirst with cocktails such as the " Beso Mortal " (Mezcal, hibiscus, chilli, cinnamon, rosemary and sugar) or beers such as the excellent Cucapa craft Mexican beer.
More than just a place to eat, Chilam is a place where regulars enjoy meeting up and chatting with the managers, who are always available and always smiling!
In short, mouth-watering explosions, discoveries of hitherto unknown flavours, conviviality and good humour... This is the recipe for success to be discovered at Chilam, which is continuing its ascent. As proof, Chilam has taken over Ground Control at the Halle Charolais in Paris, and will also be opening another address near Bastille in February 2018.
Practical info:
Chilam
12 rue des Ecouffes, 75004 Paris
Open Tuesday to Friday, 7pm to 10:30pm / Saturday, 12:30pm to 3pm and 7pm to 10:30pm / Sunday, 12:30pm to 6pm
Tacos: €5 to €12 / Plates to share €6 to €9.50 / Burritos €11 to €17 / Cocktails €8 to €9
Takeaway possible for burritos and quesadillas.
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Drink in moderation.
Please note that it's been over 4 years since our last visit, so the place and experience may have changed.
Location
Mexican Chilam Gastrobar
12 Rue des Ecouffes
75004 Paris 4
More information
Open Tuesday to Friday, 7 to 10:30 p.m. / Saturday, 12:30 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10:30 p.m. / Sunday, 12:30 to 6 p.m.
