Paris
Crammed with regulars, this old-fashioned place is run by two brothers with a fierce oenological passion who home in on ‘boutique’ (vins de proprietés)…
Must-see nightlife in Paris
Montmartre & Northern Paris
It's the location that seals the deal for the Cork, with reasonably priced Guinness, Irish music and an always-busy scene that spills out onto the quays…
Paris
This chic venue facing the Louvre’s inner courtyard is an unparalled spot for a drink with some serious wow factor. Food is also served throughout the day…
Paris
The ‘Crazy Heart’ is hip without attaining that too-cool-by-half pretentiousness that reigns in the Étienne Marcel environs. It’s a tiny, gallery-like bar…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Little has changed since the days of gas lighting at this lively wine bar. It offers 15 selected reds, whites and rosés by the pot (46cL), along with a…
Paris
Beneath a large awning, the exceedingly generous terrace fills up fast, especially for after-work drinks (less so the food), at this lively corner cafe…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Paris’ first microbrewery was opened by a French restaurateur and French brewer over two decades ago, and still brews four fabulous beers (blond, amber,…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
No single address captures the Paris of Belleville-born singer Édith Piaf (1915–63) better than this busy neighbourhood cafe. Lit with red neon lights,…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Grab a quick coffee and croissant, snack or light bite to eat at this urban-slick cafe, on the ground floor of the Musée d'Orsay. Limited bar-stool…
Latin Quarter
Snag a sunlit table to catch up on emails or write postcards home at this busy, timeless cafe facing Notre Dame. Coffee, tea and inexpensive French…
Paris
Beyond Les Funambules' awning-shaded terrace you'll find a beautiful cafe-bar with frescoes, a zinc bar and a coffered ceiling with a chandelier. Classic…
Paris
This urbanite glass-and-steel bar and loft club and restaurant has carved out a name for itself as a stylish weekend venue for soul, funk, deep house,…
Paris
Sputnik began life as an internet cafe. (Remember those?) These days its large bar, buzzing pavement terrace on one of Paris’ liveliest drinking streets,…
Paris
Guitars and brass instruments strung on the walls attest to this jammed little bar’s musical roots. It still hosts occasional live events; check the line…
Paris
A David Lynch–designed interior is what gives Silencio its aura of glamour and mystery. It's members only, although nonmembers who look like supermodels …
Paris
If you're counting the centimes in your pocket, La Cordonnerie is your spot for cheap drinks and a good time. The €3 pints during happy hour (5pm to 8…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
With its classic cafe decor and famed kir royals (crème de cassis topped with Champagne), Le Sancerre is often packed to capacity in the evening,…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
A nod to the 1938 flick Hôtel du Nord, this timber-and-tile cafe along the canal has an arty, spirited ambience, well-priced drinks and good food (steak…
Paris
You won't find big-name, mass-market beers at this corner neighbourhood bar, but you will find some 70-odd bottled brews, mainly French, Belgian and…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
With its fabulous pavement terrace spilling onto rue Ste-Croix de la Bretonnerie, the Missing Star is a trendy, gay-friendly bar with a retro interior of…
Paris
This tiny salon de thé (tearoom) has a tempting array of hot chocolate, chocolate sculptures, cakes and pastries as well as a fine collection of tea to…
Paris
DJs spinning everything from electronic to funk and soul hit the decks from Wednesday to Saturday at this busy drinking venue on the Bastille beat. Most…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
If you need to ease your way up or down the steps of Montmartre, look no further than this kick-back cafe-bar, which serves inexpensive espresso and…
Paris
More than 80 cocktails are detailed on the menu of this quiet, classy cocktail bar. They don't come cheap, but all are painstakingly made to order and…
Paris
Although it's nominally a club, there's not a lot of space to dance at this Parisian-sized party venue. Usually no cover charge, but dress to impress to…
Paris
Even when other cafes in the Montparnasse area are quiet, this strawberry-red, split-level cafe hung with funky light fittings buzzes with a young, fun…
Paris
This dependable brick-walled cafe is a pleasant spot to rest your legs along the Champs. It serves breakfast, salads, full meals and drinks, and stays…
Paris
Named after Venetian bar snacks, Cicchetti is a good spot for an aperitif (small plates €1 to €2) savoured over a glass of natural wine.
