90 Best Wine Bars in Paris, Where the Food Matters Too
A wine bar in Paris can be the best night of your trip, or a pricey glass of something anonymous next to a plate of fridge-cold cheese. From the street they look identical: chalkboard, bistro chairs, bottles stacked to the ceiling. The difference is inside, in who picked the wine and who's cooking.
These are the best wine bars in Paris by our count: 90 counters and bistros where the list is chosen grower by grower and the kitchen cooks for real, cross-checked across Le Fooding, Time Out and Michelin. On a budget? See our affordable wine bars. Craving candlelight? Try the cozy wine bars.
Christian Le Squer's three-Michelin-starred temple of French gastronomy delivers exceptional haute cuisine in the palatial setting of the Four Seasons Hôtel George V.
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A Michelin-recommended Franco-Korean culinary adventure in the heart of Oberkampf, where Chef Pierre Sang Boyer crafts ever-changing tasting menus that celebrate seasonal ingredients and cultural fusion.
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A trendy cocktail bar in the heart of Haut-Marais where inventive drinks meet creative Asian-French fusion cuisine and an exceptional natural wine selection.
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A monument historique since 1995, this former circus buvette serves creative French bistronomy beneath a whimsical Art Nouveau ceramic frieze of parading clowns.
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Michelin-starred Mediterranean cuisine by Chef Simone Zanoni in the luminous setting of Paris's legendary Four Seasons Hotel George V.
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Chef Sunghak HAN's contemporary Korean grill in the heart of Le Marais, where traditional fermentation techniques meet premium grilled meats and natural wines.
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A beloved Belleville institution since 1987, where Argentine chef Raquel Carena crafts bold French terroir cuisine paired with an exceptional natural wine selection.
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A convivial 11th arrondissement bistro serving creative French tapas and legendary pizzetta, where Chef Florent Ciccoli transforms traditional troquet dining into a modern sharing experience.
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A refined neo-bistrot in the 8th arrondissement where creative French cuisine meets natural wines in a convivial setting.
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A charming neighborhood bistrot in Belleville serving seasonal French cuisine with natural wines in a bright, convivial atmosphere that feels like a village escape.
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A contemporary bistro in the 18th arrondissement where seasonal French cuisine pairs with an exceptional natural wine selection in a warm, neighborhood atmosphere.
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Chef Inaki Aizpitarte's contemporary tapas bar where Rem Koolhaas-designed marble interiors meet bold French bistrot cooking and an exceptional natural wine selection.
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A convivial 10th arrondissement bistrot serving market-driven French cuisine and legendary saucisse-purée, paired with an exceptional selection of natural wines.
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Chef Yves Camdeborde's lively no-reservation comptoir serves 60-70 mini-portions of meat-focused French tapas alongside natural wines in the heart of Saint-Germain.
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A beloved neighborhood bistro near Place Vendôme serving authentic French terroir products and legendary sandwiches from morning until late night.
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A cozy brunch haven serving inventive seasonal cuisine and signature crispy bariolés triangles across two charming Parisian locations.
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A contemporary seafood bistro in Paris's 19th arrondissement where Saint-Vaast oysters meet natural wines in a chic, convivial setting.
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A vibrant neighborhood bistrot in Belleville serving seasonal, organic cuisine with Catalan influences and an exceptional natural wine selection.
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A Michelin BIB Gourmand bistrot where chef Gilles Choukroun reimagines French classics with creative flair, backed by an exceptional wine cellar of over 300 references.
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A lively counter-style wine bar serving refined small plates and natural wines in the heart of the historic Marché des Enfants Rouges.
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Chef Yves Camdeborde's standing-only tapas counter celebrates pork and natural wines in the heart of Marché Saint-Germain.
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Chef Grégory Marchand's lively wine bar serves creative tapas-style plates and an exceptional selection of natural wines in a no-reservation, stand-up atmosphere.
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A modern bistro where Christopher Edwards' medal-winning culinary expertise meets an exceptional 500-bottle natural wine collection in the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement.
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A convivial wine bar from the acclaimed Septime team, offering 90 carefully curated natural wines alongside seasonal small plates in the vibrant 11th arrondissement.
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A Michelin-starred brasserie chic led by Chef Arnaud Faye, Meilleur Ouvrier de France 2019, serving refined traditional French cuisine in the elegant setting of Le Bristol Paris.
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A convivial Mediterranean bistrot in Pigalle where sharing plates meet Belle Époque charm and natural wines flow freely.
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A legendary natural wine bar and bistrot where exceptional bottles meet honest French cooking in a tiny, perpetually buzzing space near Canal Saint-Martin.
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A lively Belleville hotspot serving inventive tapas-style plates and natural wines in an industrial-chic setting that draws Paris's most discerning food lovers.
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A beloved wine bar and bistro tucked in a secret passage, where Australian-inspired tapas and natural wines create unforgettable shared moments.
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A vegetarian-forward bistro near Canal Saint-Martin where Swedish minimalism meets French market cuisine, paired with an exceptional selection of natural wines and sake.
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A beloved bistrot à vins near the Palais-Royal where French cuisine meets Scottish flair, backed by an exceptional selection of wines by the glass.
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A warm Basque tapas bar in Gambetta serving sharing plates inspired by Navarre, paired with carefully curated Spanish wines.
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The legendary cocktail bar at the Ritz Paris where Colin Field has been crafting iconic drinks for 35 years in an intimate setting adorned with Hemingway memorabilia.
A neo-bistrot in the 11th arrondissement serving contemporary Italian cuisine with natural wines in a relaxed, convivial atmosphere.
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A neighborhood bistrot in Belleville where daily market finds meet marine inspiration, paired with natural wines in a convivial setting.
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A beloved Latin Quarter institution where a daily-changing market menu meets an exceptional wine cave with over 500 bottles sold at cost price.
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Chef Eloi Spinnler's innovative bistronomic restaurant pairs seasonal tasting menus with a hidden speakeasy, earning a 13.5/20 Gault&Millau rating in Paris's vibrant 11th arrondissement.
A Michelin-recommended bistronomic gem in Montmartre where brothers Nicolas and Julien Durand craft contemporary French cuisine with natural wines in a warm, intimate setting.
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A self-made bistro near Gare Saint-Lazare where three childhood friends celebrate instinctive French cuisine with daily market finds and natural wines.
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A committed bistronomic bistro in the 13th arrondissement where creative seasonal cuisine meets natural wines in a warm, eco-conscious setting.
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A charming French bistro on Place du Tertre serving homemade cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients and natural wines in the artistic heart of Montmartre.
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Chef Charly Cohen's inventive modern French cuisine meets New York loft aesthetics in this acclaimed bistrot near Bastille, where creative tasting menus showcase local terroir with South American and Asian influences.
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A joyful French bistrot where vice-champion œufs mayonnaise meets an exceptional natural wine selection in a convivial, no-frills atmosphere.
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Award-winning wine bar in the 1st arrondissement offering over 1,000 wine references, intimate tasting dinners, and expert sommelier-led experiences.
A beloved Oberkampf institution serving natural wines and European-inspired small plates in a retro 1960s setting that's been drawing crowds for years.
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A retro-chic izakaya where organic French ingredients meet Japanese techniques, celebrated for its natural wine selection and commitment to sustainable gastronomy.
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A convivial wine haven in the Marais offering 100% French wines, spirits, and weekly expert-led tastings.
A bistronomic gem nestled within a legendary 1880 wine house, offering Chef Benjamin Anthoni's seasonal French cuisine paired with exceptional wines from over 3,000 references.
TheFork InsiderHow to spot the best wine bars in Paris
Three tells separate a great wine bar from an average one: a list that changes often, staff who can tell you who made the bottle, and a real kitchen behind the counter. Most places here pour natural wine, so don't hunt for famous labels; tell the staff what you usually like and let them pour. Filter by neighborhood, price or vibe above, or open the map to plan a bar-hop.
Where the kitchen steals the show
Some of the city's best cooking happens in wine bars. Le Baratin has been a Belleville landmark since 1987: Argentine chef Raquel Carena cooks fearless French terroir food, from veal brain with lemon butter to crispy beef cheek. Call well ahead, walk-ins rarely work. In the 11th, Le Dauphin serves chef Inaki Aizpitarte's French tapas in a marble room designed by Rem Koolhaas: order the bulots mayo and the Salers entrecôte. Love sharing? Browse our small plates and tapas.
Cocktails, natural wine and a late crowd
In the Haut-Marais, Le Mary Celeste mixes inventive cocktails and a strong natural wine list with Asian-French plates like kimchi wontons, plus fried chicken on Fridays. Sit at the bar to watch the bartenders work. More of that energy in our trendy bars, or plan an evening across Le Marais.
Where to look
The 11th is wine bar country, with far more addresses on this list than any other arrondissement: Le Clown Bar under its Art Nouveau clown frieze, Café du Coin with its sourdough pizzetta, Le Verre Volé, Septime La Cave and Au Passage. Start with our wine bars in the 11th, then drift to the 9th and the 10th. Most places are mid-priced or a notch above. For the critics' favorites, see the Fooding wine bars; on a warm evening, pick from the wine bars with a terrace. And if a bottle wins you over, our wine shops will sell you one to take home.