Paris is a big city with loads of options for a fantastic night out. But it might be overwhelming to find the top nightlife spots in its 20 different arrondissements on your own. Not to worry! We’ve teamed up with our local guides to put together this list of the best bars in Paris, so the only thing you need to do is have the time of your life!
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The 11 Best Bars in Paris
Paris isn’t as well-known for its nightlife as other European hotspots, but the city has plenty of bars to suit every traveler. When you think of Paris, the first thing that’ll probably come to mind is a wine bar. But the city has seen a resurgence of craft cocktail spots over the past few years.
From speakeasies to neighborhood bars and jazz clubs, we’ve created a list of the best places to grab a drink in Paris. If you love drinks, food, and travel, you’ll definitely want to check out our Paris food tours. It’s a great way to explore a new city and enjoy some authentic food and local drinks.
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L’Avant Comptoir du Marché
€€ | Wine Bar | Charcuterie Platters | Small Plates
I absolutely love Avant Comptoir du Marché. It’s the perfect spot for a casual evening, especially during happy hour. The small plates are fantastic—each one beautifully presented. I found myself trying a variety of delicious options, from charcuterie to seasonal vegetables, all expertly crafted to highlight fresh ingredients. The laid-back vibe makes it easy to unwind and enjoy a glass of wine while chatting with friends. Plus, the energy in the place, with people laughing and sharing plates, truly embodies the essence of Parisian dining.
Address: 14 Rue Lobineau, 75006 Paris
Experimental Cocktail Club
€€€ | Bold and Inventive Cocktails | Weekend DJs
Opened in 2007, the Experimental Cocktail Club has become one of the go-to spots for cocktail aficionados in Paris. The bar reinvents cocktails with rare alcohols and fresh juices, so expect bold flavors and surprising combinations with a Parisian touch. From Monday to Thursday the atmosphere is a bit more reserved, but over the weekend the bar is taken over by DJs.
Address: 37 rue Saint Sauveur
Bisou.
€€ | Eclectic Decor | Made To Order Cocktails | Some Outdoor Seating
This cocktail bar doesn’t look extraordinary from the outside, but it has a unique concept. At Bisou, there’s no drinks menu. The waiters and barmen listen attentively to what you’re craving and what kinds of flavors you like, then they craft you a one of a kind cocktail.
You’ll be told halfway through what ingredients went into your concoction. All cocktails are priced at €12, which is average pricing for Paris. This a fun bar stop for those who like to try something new and enjoy surprises.
Address: 15 Boulevard du Temple
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Candelaria
€€ | Mexican Taqueria | Hidden Bar | Classic Cocktails
Candelaria was voted best taqueria in the city and, if we’re being honest, is one of the only places in Paris where you’ll find traditional Mexican food. At first, you’ll walk into a crowded and small space where the chefs cook the dishes. Keep going.
Walk through that room to the back door and you’ll stumble onto the hidden bar. There, you’ll find an array of creative cocktails in an intimate but chilled atmosphere, which ranks as one of the best bars in Paris.
Address: 52 Rue de Saintonge
Le Mary Celeste
€€ | Cocktails | Oyster Happy Hour | Extensive Wine List
Le Mary Celeste is a place where locals and foreigners collide, all drawn in by the good drinks and fresh food. It’s best known menu item is the oysters, which are served seasonally—they even have oyster happy hour! They also have other interesting options like a deviled egg menu, which changes daily.
For drinks, they offer innovative cocktails, wine, and beer. Their location is great, especially when the weather’s nice and you can grab a seat outside in the middle of the trendy Marais neighborhood.
Address: 1 Rue Commines
Le Tagada Bar
€€ | Montmartre Neighborhood Bar | Local French Atmosphere
Our list of the best bars in Paris wouldn’t be complete without a bar in Montmartre, arguably Paris’s most charming area. This is a true local’s spot. It’s a small yet incredibly charming bar that might make you feel like you’re in a movie.
The locals and bartenders are welcoming to tourists, which isn’t always the case with a neighborhood bar. Head to Le Tagada Bar if you want a classic French atmosphere with no fuss and fair prices.
Address: 40 Rue des Trois Frères
Le Duc des Lombards
€€ | Jazz Club | Diverse Artists | Intimate Setting | Patio Seating
Le Duc des Lombards is by far the most iconic jazz bar in the city. They offer over 300 concerts a year, plus jam sessions on Friday and Saturday evenings. While watching the show, you can sip on their selection of wines, champagnes, whiskies, and cocktails.
They also offer some quality cheese and charcuterie plates in case you get hungry. The jazz music is all indoors, but you’re welcome to grab a drink on their patio area as well.
Address: 58 Rue des Lombards
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Lavomatic
€€ | Speakeasy | Mixology Classes | Funky Vibes
In the contest of the most hidden bar, the Lavomatic takes the gold medal with its entrance looking exactly like a laundromat. Once the bouncer lets you in, you’ll have to try to figure out how to enter.
The bar is bright and on the small side but they make the most of the space. They’ve even got two swings inside, which you’re welcome to sit on while sipping your cool cocktail.
Address: 30 Rue René Boulanger
Le Baron Rouge
€€ | Neighborhood Wine Bar | Buzzing Vibe | Close To Marche d’Aligre
Cheap wine and good times are the specialties here! Le Baron Rouge offers glasses of wine starting at €2 (no, that’s not a typo). When the weather is nice, customers often spill out into the street, drinking their wine around the wine barrels they have set up outside.
This is a very laid back spot and it’s right next to the Marche d’Aligre, one of Paris’s best markets that has both an indoor and outdoor food section, as well as a flea market.
Address: 1 Rue Théophile Roussel
Moonshiner
€€€ | Speakeasy | Vintage Vibe
Hidden in a Bastille restaurant, this speakeasy will take you back to the Prohibition period by mixing cocktails, gramophones, and retro decor. First, you’ll enter into a pizzeria before passing the little door that leads to this secret place.
There, you’ll find dim lights, vintage lamps, and superb bottles of whiskey at the counter. The atmosphere will have you feeling like you’re in the 20’s in the United States!
Address: 5 Rue Sedaine
Grouvie
€€€ | Cocktail Bar | Retro Feel
Grouvie is one of those places where you pop in for a drink and somehow leave at closing time, wondering how you ended up leading a karaoke sing-along. The cozy, neon-lit space with velvet booths and mirrored ceilings has a way of pulling you in. And while the cocktails are a little pricey, their presentation certainly makes up for it.
Address: 6 Cr du Commerce Saint-André
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