Wine Shops in Paris: 35 Caves Where Locals Buy & Drink
Most visitors buy their Paris wine in the worst possible places: a supermarket aisle, a souvenir shop pricing famous labels for tourists, or the airport on the way out. Meanwhile the city's cavistes, the independent wine merchants, sit on bottles from small growers you'll never find at home, and they'll pick one for your budget in two minutes.
These 35 wine shops in Paris were cross-checked across Le Fooding, Time Out and the guides locals trust, and many double as a cave à manger, where you can open the bottle on the spot with something to eat. Rather sit and sip? See our wine bars. Building a picnic? Add our gourmet food shops.
A modern Asian bistrot where Japanese precision meets pan-Asian creativity in a vintage-inspired setting near Poissonnière.
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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 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 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 joyful French bistrot where vice-champion œufs mayonnaise meets an exceptional natural wine selection in a convivial, no-frills atmosphere.
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A Michelin-recognized bistronomic gem in the 14th arrondissement, serving inventive French cuisine with international influences, crafted from seasonal Île-de-France products since 2012.
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Paris's most prestigious gourmet food hall, featuring seven restaurants and an unparalleled selection of fine foods from around the world in the heart of the 7th arrondissement.
A Michelin-starred gastronomic haven in a 17th-century vaulted cellar, where Chef Quentin Maisonnobe elevates French tradition through the prized black truffle.
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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.
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A curated Italian delicatessen in Clignancourt where Nicola Balestra showcases up to 140 seasonal references of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, and specialty products from small Italian producers.
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A 3,500 m² temple of French gastronomy in the heart of Paris, showcasing over 20,000 artisanal products from renowned chefs and producers.
A convivial wine bar in the 3rd arrondissement where 250 natural wine references meet quality charcuterie and cheese boards in a warm, unpretentious setting.
A unique cave à manger concept in the 11th arrondissement where natural wines and shareable "cagettes" create an unforgettable convivial experience.
A pioneering bakery-wine bar in the 10th arrondissement where freshly baked sourdough bread pairs with an expertly curated selection of natural and biodynamic wines.
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A neighborhood fromagerie championing raw milk cheeses and artisan production, with two locations serving Paris's cheese lovers with expert guidance and seasonal selections.
Chef Alcidia Vulbeau's contemporary bistro serves seasonal French cuisine with an exceptional natural wine selection in the heart of Saint-Ouen.
An intimate wine bar celebrating natural wines and artisanal charcuterie in a convivial 25-square-meter space on Rue Saint-Maur.
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A unique wine destination in historic cellars near the Louvre, offering immersive workshops and tastings that celebrate French wine culture.
A slice of Athens in Paris, where homemade Greek specialties meet an exceptional selection of natural Greek wines across two welcoming locations.
A vibrant wine bar and cave where refined tastings meet live jazz sessions every Wednesday in the dynamic Oberkampf neighborhood.
A carefully curated épicerie fine in the 12th arrondissement where quality products meet neighborhood charm.
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A convivial wine bar where French bistro tradition meets Japanese culinary finesse, offering natural wines on tap alongside inventive small plates.
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A hybrid cave-to-table destination where artisanal cheeses meet exceptional natural wines in an intimate, convivial setting.
A vibrant cave à manger where chef Hélène Barré's creative tapas meet an exceptional selection of 250 natural wine references in the heart of Boulevard de la Villette.
An intimate wine bar in the 1st arrondissement where organic, biodynamic, and natural wines meet seasonal French cuisine in a convivial cave setting.
A charming épicerie fine on rue Sedaine where artisan products from Brittany and Southwest France meet Parisian epicurean culture.
A convivial French restaurant celebrating the art of fromage with seasonal menus and warm hospitality.
A specialized champagne and natural wine bar offering 300+ references of pétillant wines, paired with premium charcuterie and Sunday jazz sessions.
A neighborhood épicerie fine and wine cave in the 17th arrondissement where eco-responsible French products meet passionate local producers through regular tasting events.
A timeless Parisian brasserie serving traditional French bourgeois cuisine with exceptional seafood specialties in an authentic setting since generations.
A beloved Montmartre institution serving natural wines and seasonal French plates in an authentic, convivial atmosphere since 1950.
A neighborhood fromagerie and wine shop where expertly aged cheeses meet carefully curated wines in the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement.
A century-old Lyonnais charcuterie house crafting Vice-Champion du Monde pâté en croûte and artisanal terrines across five Parisian boutiques.
How to shop at a wine shop in Paris like a local
The secret is to talk to the caviste. Say what you're eating, what you usually like and how much you want to spend, and let them do the rest. Natural wine fills many Paris shelves; if you prefer something classic, just say so. Neighborhood shops often keep short hours on Sunday and close on Monday, so check the filters above before you head out, and use the map to find one near your picnic spot.
Caves à manger: buy it, drink it there
This very Parisian hybrid is a shop and a table in one. Septime La Cave, on rue Basfroi, stocks around 90 natural wines from independent growers, with charcuterie and small plates, daily from 4pm to 11pm; walk-ins are easiest early. In the 10th, Billili pours natural wine next to œufs mayonnaise that finished runner-up at the 2019 championship, and takes no reservations. Le Saint Sébastien keeps a 500-bottle natural wine list, and Paloma in Belleville mixes a Catalan-leaning bistro, a grocery and a terrace. Hungry for more? See our œuf mayo and small plates.
Serious cellars
For a bottle to bring home, go where the depth is. Le Comptoir des Caves Legrand sits inside a historic wine house dating from 1880, with more than 3,000 references; come 15 minutes before your dinner booking to browse the shelves. In the Marais, Cave Arthus et Jean sells only French wines and spirits, including old vintages and large formats, and runs weekly tastings you need to book. On the Left Bank, La Grande Épicerie stocks rare vintages between the truffles and the cheese counter. Combine them with a walk through Le Marais or the 2nd arrondissement.
Something to eat with it
A good bottle deserves good cheese. In Clignancourt, Raffinati offers up to 140 Italian cheeses, cured meats and specialties from small producers, and La Fromagerie Goncourt and Maison Verot are on the list too. For fresh produce, browse our food markets.
Where to look
The 11th has far more wine shops on this list than anywhere else, followed by the 10th and the 9th, and they sit close to the best wine bars. Start with our wine bars in the 11th, or keep the budget in check with the affordable wine bars. Open any place for prices, what to order and the good and not-so-good from reviews.