BangBang ignites Belleville with raw energy and unapologetic flair. This restaurant shakes up the gastronomic routine with plates that are as visual as they are flavorful, crafted by Mads Christensen (ex-Chardon) and Carlos Peñarredonda (ex-Candelaria). Their cooking is a firework display of bold flavors — you come for the explosion, you stay for the poetry.
Atmosphere & Décor

A lime-green counter, azure tiles, and a pulsing orange neon: the place hums with vibrancy. Exuberant without chaos, warm without excess, BangBang embodies controlled chromatic power. Its contemporary energy awakens your curiosity before the very first bite.

A Menu of Explosive Flavors

The culinary approach is generous, daring, and unapologetically creative. Expect:

• Grilled zucchini with ricotta and caramelized kumquat, elevated by pickled rhubarb and jalapeños
• Tofu croquettes with roasted pineapple mayo and ginger pickles
• Caramelized barbecue octopus skewers served with lime and pickled chilies
• And the grilled shrimp burger with potato salad, langoustine mayo, and pickles — a bold idea, though it could use a bit more punch

Every dish tells a story of audacity — it’s playful, intense, and never predictable.

Practical Information

• Price range: €16–€35 — surprisingly accessible for such inventive cuisine
• Opening hours:
  
  • Saturday: 12 PM – 3 PM
  • Sunday: continuous service, 12 PM – 9 PM
  • Closed Monday & Tuesday — plan ahead for early-week cravings
• Address: 9 Rue du Liban, Paris 20ᵉ (Ménilmontant metro)
• Takeaway: available, so you can extend the experience at home

Why Go to BangBang?

Because this is a promise of a vibrant, fearless culinary escape where every bite feels like a mini-rebellion. Perfect for weekend adventurers seeking plates that push boundaries without compromise. A true coup de cœur for anyone craving food that thrills and surprises.