The best bars and cafés Paris

In the heart of the prestigious Boulevard Haussmann district, the Smile Bar is sure to delight night owls. Athappy hour, the place attracts customers who come to enjoy a convivial after-work drink to kick off the evening. The later it gets, the more the atmosphere lends itself to dancing and partying. In a warm and resolutely trendy decor, entirely lined with red velvet, the Smile Bar is ideal for an evening out with friends. The cocktails are of the highest quality, and the choice of whiskies is extensive. The Smile Bar is undoubtedly one of the neighborhood's best addresses.

An ideally located café-bistro, just a stone's throw from the Carreau du Temple. It's the place to be after a stroll for a traditional coffee, or with friends for dinner, an aperitif or an afterwork session, with dishes to share and, of course, a wide range of drinks: house cocktails, beers, wines, spirits and liqueurs. Café crème is also "gourmet", as the dishes on offer are a feast for the eyes and taste buds: brunches, burgers, large salads, fish & chips, burratas, vegetarian hot dogs, bobuns, savoury waffles, chocolate churros..

Just a stone's throw from Place Gambetta and in the immediate vicinity of Père-Lachaise, the Kahwehgi Coffee House is the ideal place for a coffee break, or even a snack and aperitif after a stroll through the tree-lined alleys of the capital's most famous cemetery. The establishment, as its name suggests, is in fact a pretty place where you can enjoy good Pfaff coffees, best roaster in France ten years ago, a café macchiato, a viennois, a tchai latte and many other pleasant beverages.

La Mezcaleria-Bar Clandestino isn't a bar, quite the contrary. It's simply the bar of the chic 4-star 1K hotel, a temple of Peruvian culture in Paris. And it takes its name from mezcal, an agave-based beverage distilled at around 40°. This spirit is reminiscent of tequila. The cocktails based on Peruvian brandy are all very surprising, like the El Pepino: Pisco Tacama Acholado Hendrick's, fresh cucumber juice, yellow chartreuse, house rosemary liqueur, lemon juice, yolk, sugar, egg white and wasabi.

Having an aperitif in the middle of an artist's studio is what L'Impasse, which opened very recently, is all about. This kind of alternative place, so popular in Berlin and London, is the latest spot in the neighborhood. In this former factory turned loft, you'll settle in under a large glass roof. In small, vintage, salvaged-furnished lounges, you drink fine wines and beers accompanied by charcuterie and cheese boards, salads and bagels. The white walls feature works created in situ.

If the name doesn't inspire you, we'd like to add that to get in, you'd better wear a thick cardigan, a scarf and a beanie. The Kube Hôtel is unique in that it houses a contemporary, conceptual and atypical design bar. With a stunning decor combining light projections, frosted floors, blocks of ice and attractive furniture, the Ice bar offers you the chance to taste cocktails based on Finlandia vodka, all at a temperature of -20°C. The venue also boasts a dancefloor and a cosy lounge area adjoining the ice bar!

This bar is one of the best-known in the area, widely renowned for its ambience, so it attracts a hybrid clientele who sometimes come from far and wide. Whether you need a connection or a pint, the Sputnik will give you a warm welcome. Gamers will also appreciate the foosball table and the beer pong table (on request). And if you want to immortalize your evening, you can even take a self-portrait in the venue's photo booth. In short, you're sure to have a great time here.

For those who've had enough of the rue de Charonne and its surroundings, the Piston Pélican is a bar with a good-natured atmosphere. The name comes from a theater troupe that once loved the place. On the drinks front, you'll find everything you need to quench your thirst, including the Carthusian fathers' artisanal gentian, wines, beers... And to wash it all down: falafel, rice and vegetable bowls, authentic Fish & Chips, baked Mont-d'Or, planks... As for the music: songs, gypsy jazz, rock, electro and regular concerts.

Unfortunately, this sumptuous cocktail bar doesn't give anyone a chance to get in. It's best to come dressed appropriately, and well accompanied. But if you do manage to get in, you'll fall in love with the moldings, statues and antique furniture of this iconic venue. Of course, the program is highly specialized, with artistic performances, concerts and DJ sets to entertain the trendy clientele. As you can see, you come here, and there's a small chance you'll get in if you show your - very - credentials.

A unique concept in Paris. And with good reason: while you're having a drink with friends, you're a trader. Explanation: depending on the orders placed, drink prices change every 100 seconds. Players can bet on the evolution of prices, but be warned: this is a playful mode, and you're obviously not here to make huge savings. As for the rest, the urban setting and the sheer number of people who come here give the place a festive, sometimes rather overexcited atmosphere, making it a Pigalle mecca.

Another perfect example of a place to party in the north-east of Paris: the 9B is a "dining bar and a dance cellar" that lives at all hours, all year round. With its bright room, large terrace and basement cellar which is suitable for fiery evenings, the 9B deserves a special mention. Other advantages include the very affordable prices of drinks and dishes on offer. Also, don't miss the live shows (see the programming on the website) and the apérocks! It is a place where you feel really good.

Its sign shines brightly in the dark Rue Delambre, like an invitation to stop in. Jazz fans who push open the door will feel right at home in this warm, woody little bar. There's nothing special about the slightly smoky atmosphere, like a little something extra, perhaps due to the music and the posters of jazzmen that adorn the walls, with Coltrane and Davis in the lead, or to the discreet patronage of Paul Auster. Gainsbourg and Brel will also be keeping an eye on you, in this beautiful atmosphere.

It's one of the new spots on the Parisian cocktail scene, in a neighborhood that until now hasn't been the best for cocktails. The name? Candid! Unique, the place has been imagined as a throwback to the 1960s, to the so-called " Space Age ", i.e. the period of the conquest of space - we won't tell you more! The cocktails on offer range from classics to original creations, with or without alcohol, and include a snack bar and cocktail bar. Festive atmosphere guaranteed: we love it!

The bar of Shangri-La Hotel Paris becomes Bar Botaniste. A name which smells good nature... The idea has germinated in the spirit of the chef barman, Arnaud Thirel, who wanted to pay homage to prince Roland Bonaparte, less known by the general public than his famous relative but who in his time had created the largest private herbarium in the world with 2,500,000 specimens. On the menu, there are about fifteen astonishing cocktails in which you can discover or rediscover the vermouth, genepi, absinthe or the famous chartreuse. In addition to that, there are about twenty gins and nine tonics.

It's sure to delight board game aficionados, as this is its specialty. You'll find a plethora of games, from the most classic to the most complex. The café also organizes sessions for individuals. So you'll find plenty of amateurs to compete with! And so that you don't have to race against the clock, there are also a number of options for having fun with access to the board games and nibbling on a few delicacies, including a Sunday brunch.

Lulu White is a So-Pi bar where people really like to party. As for its name, it's that of a famous naughty and libertine matchmaker... The Art Nouveau setting evokes the Belle Époque and, above all, absinthe, the star of the house, harmoniously blended with other elixirs. Great classics, notably from New Orleans, and new flavors are drunk against a backdrop of swing, jazz (especially on Sundays) or electro music. You'll also discover what's on the menu and in the decor, with familiar faces watching you!

Well-known in northern Paris, the Recyclerie is an unusual place where a restaurant, a bar, a repair shop, a garden, an aquaponics greenhouse and numerous workshops and events come together. Come and enjoy an aperitif, a drink on the terrace or a tapas, for example. Later in the evening, you'll appreciate the house cocktails. A place we love, but one that has unfortunately cut back on its opening hours: it's now open from Friday to Sunday...

The place to be! You can also dine here, sleep here of course, and, as most people don't know, enjoy the hotel bar! It's a particularly pleasant place to enjoy a drink or two with friends. If the weather's fine, don't hesitate to take a table in the garden terrace at the rear of the building, where you can enjoy absolute peace and quiet. This area is also ideal for aperitifs with friends. After a couple of hours in this peaceful setting, you'll leave feeling like you've escaped from Paris.

Go to Rue Montmartre, and if possible take the pedestrian walkway that leads quietly to Les Halles. This is where you'll find the Café Noir, a small local institution. It's a lively place where you can enjoy a drink all day long, with a vast terrace stretching out onto the street in fine weather, and at particularly attractive prices - which isn't always the case in the area. Add to this a rather high-quality snacking offer, and you've got yourself a sure bet.

While for some, Hoba evokes the cry of the Marsupilami, for others - and they're right - the name rhymes with gourmet and sustainable cuisine, but not just anywhere. In fact, this living space in the heart of Martin Luther King Park precedes the HO(food court) with the BA, which now offers a wide-ranging program focusing onfood-related issues around a café set in a ^19th-century forge. When you come here, you'll be nourishing your mind as well as your taste buds: 5 committed chefs will be cooking up some excellent dishes.

We go there with friends or family, alone or accompanied, but there is never a bad time to go to France. This coffee shop helps you slow down, teach you to relax, all thanks to a Zen setting and a smiling service. We accompany coffees, cappuccinos and other drinks from home, delicious homemade pastries. But what makes the quality of France so high is the fact that the company specializes in roasting. The brand's attention is focused on the entire production chain, from planting to the cup. On site, you will also find all the necessary accessories, as well as coffee for sale, in beans or ground.

This is the latest incarnation of the Artichef team, which not only offers excellent dining, but also makes a point of imagining atypical places. Mission accomplished for Tonton Becton, stuck in the 1970s. Mind you, only the premises are decorated in the style of that decade, because as far as the plates are concerned, the menu changes every two weeks, with products from small producers cooked just right. The place has a bar, a terrace and even a hidden space!

The brand operates several locations in the capital, and the one in Wagram, which the Petit Futé team visited, won us over! As well as a great restaurant, the place is a bar with an industrial decor, offering not only classics, but also a large number of cocktails made on the premises according to the rules of the art. For an evening with friends, or an afterwork (with tapas!), the place is all set. Located just a few hundred meters from the Champs-Elysées, it also has the good taste of not being besieged by tourists!

An institution, which does not change and which does so much good: to those who do not know it, the Tagada Bar is worth at least a visit, and much more! This small, colourful place, run (perhaps we should say animated) by Jean-Mi and Max, is a small nugget of warmth and friendliness. People come to drink a glass (special mention to the drinks concocted on the spot, and to the selection of small wines from producers), and many also revel in some nice plates with friends, tapas or nice snacks that are also tasty. The recognizable red front is just waiting for you, and the terrace, on sunny days, is a must-see in the south of the hill!

This chic cocktail bar in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés features a chic bar, where the bottles are sublimated by a visibly well-thought-out set-up, and a cosy basement where you can even dance the night away. Head bartender Jean-Michel Schibeny and his team offer a tempting menu of original signature cocktails and impeccable classics. You'll love the sharing plates, the pop/funk music and the fine selection of spirits. With its eco-responsible approach and homemade preparations, Arbane seduces with its know-how and inventiveness.

Unusual and purring! Café des Chats is the kingdom of a tribe of pampered cats, all adopted from animal protection associations. Free to roam, they climb onto the tables and fall asleep on your scarf. You're welcome to pet them, but you must respect their wishes, and it's forbidden to feed them. The space is large and comfortable. The pastries are homemade, and the hot chocolate is divine! Café des Chats also offers brunch on Sundays, and meals throughout the week.

Here is an atypical coffee shop! +82 offers you an immersion in South Korea. Its specialty: the famous bingsus, a dessert made of finely crushed ice cream traditionally covered with boiled red beans (but the bingsu also comes in other flavors). In summer, it's perfectly refreshing, a real treat! +82 Paris will also make you discover other sweets with a Korean sauce, like matcha cookies. The place is cosy, the staff welcoming and caring. A small drawback, however: you will sometimes have to be patient before sitting down; the space is not very big, but it is very popular with fans. Second address in the 11th district: Paris Dabang.

It is in the heart of the Latin Quarter, in the very touristy and typical rue Mouffetard, that the original Dose house is not to be missed. Indeed, the establishment is a delight for borough residents and onlookers alike: inspired by Anglo-Saxon coffee shops, the brand revisits French-style coffee by offering a range of homemade products. Fresh juices, quality coffee, delicacies, Dose attracts, and it's understandable: between the sunny terrace, the cosy interior and the take-away preparations, you'll find something to suit your desires. The inhabitants of the Batignolles district also benefit from a location, developing the same - beautiful - offer.

Frochot Street is on the way to becoming one of the most in of the capital, for the many bars that are located there. Former hostess bar, there is a unique atmosphere. It is easy to imagine the old destination of the premises: spacious armchairs, red lights, a subdued atmosphere, the whole contrasting with the clientele, joyful and good-natured. A few tables, a boudoir, and above all a bar: this is the winning cocktail. And precisely, these are delicious, here, we finally know how to combine excellence in this field and quantity, since you will have for each more than a few drops. Large attendance at weekends, but highly available staff - and patient.

La Maison Huit is an interior designer located in Paris, more precisely at 30 Place St Georges in the 9th arrondissement.

Paris, BKNK (BOOK NOOK), a coffee-shop located in Paris, is a cocoon for book lovers. You can enjoy a specialty coffee accompanied by a homemade cake, while immersing yourself in a good book from partner bookshop Beta Publisher. You can also take part in a writing workshop on Sunday afternoons (once a month), meet your favorite authors at book signings or take part in other events organized by the house. BKNK also welcomes your private events. Make the coffee-shop your own and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.

The 10h10 Coworking Café is a coworking space. It offers different ways of working, by the hour, by the day or by the month. Le 10h10 Coworking Café is easily accessible by public transport, with the Rambuteau, Etienne Marcel, Arts & Métiers, Châtelet les Halles and Hôtel de Ville metro stations nearby.

The Be Bop Bar is a small bar located in the heart of Batignolles, Paris. In a cosy, vintage atmosphere, it offers a wide choice of cocktails and beers, as well as pub snacks. The bar does not offer takeaway or delivery.

Located in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, L'Impasse is a cocktail bar offering a selection of organic and natural wines, craft beers and sharing boards. Housed in a contemporary setting reminiscent of an artist's studio, the bar offers a warm, friendly atmosphere. In addition to its bar service, L'Impasse also offers catering services for private events. With its own bar, catering service and dedicated sound system, it's possible to organize business or personal events on site. According to customer feedback, the L'Impasse team is competent and experienced, capable of meeting the specific requirements of each individual.

While this Parisian bistro in the Galerie Vivienne has earned a reputation as a culinary Mecca, it's also a great place for a drink. The location is ideal, in the heart of Paris, in a superb ^19th-century covered passage with glass roofs and refined decor. You'll be amazed, even seduced, by the retro look of the establishment, which to all appearances hasn't changed a bit since the 50s: yellow formica at the counter, gaudy but typical neon lights, colorful floor tiles, well-worn skai chairs...

It's very nice, but it lacked originality, or at least atmosphere: playing darts is fun, but it doesn't change your mind (yes, the Petit Futé team knows how to be a poet when it has to). Near the Parmentier metro station, we've found the combo for you: play, in a cosy decor, with live scores on screen. And then here, we nibble, mainly mezzes, and we drink well - always in moderation -: homemade beers, small wines from carefully selected producers. All in all: a great time, with conviviality and laughter guaranteed. Be careful, the crowds are stronger at the weekend, which is quite normal.