Looking for a great bar in Paris? From cocktail lounges and rooftop terraces to intimate neighbourhood spots, Paris's drinking scene rewards a little planning. This page gathers five bars in Paris with a short description of each, plus direct links to their official website and Google Maps so you can check opening hours, location and reservations before you go.
1.Little Red Door
4.5 ★ · 3,025 Google reviews
Marais cocktail bar with conceptual menus and French-producer collaborations.
Why it stands out: Located in Paris's Marais, this cocktail bar features conceptual menus inspired by art, social sciences, and French-producer collaborations.
Cocktail bar accessed through the Daroco restaurant.
Why it stands out: Tucked behind a velvet curtain inside Daroco restaurant, Danico serves internationally inspired cocktails created by mixologist Nico de Soto.
Many of Paris's most popular bars are found in Le Marais, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Montmartre, the Canal Saint-Martin and the 8th arrondissement around the Champs-Élysées.
When to go
April to June and September to October bring mild weather and fewer crowds than July and August.
Prices & tipping
Prices are in euros; service is included in the bill in France, so tipping is a small extra rather than an obligation.
Getting around
The Métro and RER reach almost every neighbourhood, and central districts are easy to explore on foot.
Good to know
Popular cocktail bars fill up after 9 pm, so arriving early or booking ahead helps.
Details may change — check the official website before visiting. Report a correction.