Guide to private bars

La Place in Versailles: a gourmet crêperie

In the mood for a tasty break just steps from the Palace of Versailles? Head to La Place, a welcoming crêperie at 17 rue Colbert, just a short walk from the famous Place d’Armes. Generous Breton buckwheat galettes, sweet crêpes, a terrace overlooking the palace and a relaxed atmosphere: a place to discover before or after your visit to the royal estate.

Les Anémones: a buzzing late-night bar with cocktails and a coffee shop in Parmentier

Les Anémones is a brasserie in Paris’s 11th arrondissement, with Happy Hours from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., where seasonal cuisine, a coffee bar, wines and other drinks accompany guests from breakfast to dinner. The Bar des Anémones is open every day until 5 a.m.

A fantastic party spot: a pub, a nightclub, and a hidden speakeasy tucked away in an underground chapel.

Meet at The Hide: it’s at once a massive pub, a nightclub under the arches, and even a speakeasy—a hidden bar at 500 Shooters. Book your evenings—you’ll love the festive vibe!

TiKi Playa: the lively beach bar and its huge, beach-hut–style terrace

Tiki Playa is the kind of place that promises escape and relaxation, and it truly delivers! With its unique decor, a veranda reminiscent of a beach hut, a bamboo-lined bar, a sprawling outdoor terrace, and a club hidden in the basement... and the best part? It’s open every day!

Arbane: the cocktail bar in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, with a vaulted cellar available for private hire.

Arbane is a cocktail bar in Paris’s 6th arrondissement, in Saint‑Germain‑des‑Prés, where signature creations, a softly lit ambience and a friendly‑priced Happy Hour set the pace for your evenings. Not to mention that you can privatise Arbane’s vaulted cellar, a unique space in the heart of the neighbourhood.

Miami Boulevard is a one-of-a-kind, festive restaurant-club, and an all-you-can-eat weekend brunch.

Miami Boulevard, located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, is expanding its unlimited brunch offering with a new menu featuring fresh recipes and a wider selection of grilled dishes and barbecue, while keeping its all-you-can-eat, all-inclusive package at €29 per adult, available Saturdays and Sundays.

The Great Canadian Pub, the sports bar on the Seine’s quays in Saint-Michel

Facing the Seine in Paris’s 6th arrondissement, The Great Canadian Pub brings together giant screens, beers, burgers and an international buzz to catch the big sports moments.

The Highlander Pub, Saint-Michel’s Scottish pub to watch the games in Paris

Just steps from Saint-Michel, The Highlander Pub blends a Scottish vibe with sports broadcasts, whiskies, beers, and live concerts in a warm setting in the heart of the Latin Quarter.

Paris' FrogPubs bars, real hubs for supporters with live game broadcasts.

The six FrogPubs in Paris are quintessential British-style bars where you go for house-brewed craft beer, pub grub, watching the big games on the big screen, and a convivial moment with friends.

The French Flair, Pigalle's sports pub that turns into a club on weekends

Just a stone's throw from Pigalle and Place de Clichy, The French Flair serves up live sports, billiards and DJ sets in an atmosphere that shifts from pub to club as the evening goes on.

Rush Bar, the sports pub in Paris’s 11th arrondissement where you can catch the biggest games.

In the 11th arrondissement, Rush Bar is a neighborhood pub that hosts sports screenings on giant screens and convivial activities ranging from quizzes to darts.

McBride's Irish Pub, Châtelet's lively sports bar.

In the heart of the 1st arrondissement, McBride's Irish Pub brings together Irish beers, lively evenings, and live sports broadcasts in a bustling, sports-pub atmosphere, just a stone's throw from Châtelet-Les Halles.

This rooftop bar is tucked away atop a historic Paris cinema, offering views of the Sacré-Cœur.

In Paris, the Louxor Bar keeps the screening going atop the Louxor Cinema. In Barbès, this spot blends Egyptian decor, inspired cocktails and seasonal cuisine. With its view of the Sacré-Cœur, the film continues… on the bar side.

Speechless Bar in Paris 11th: This Month's Lineup of Queer-Focused Evenings at the Engaged Bar

In the 11th arrondissement of Paris, Speechless offers a vibrant lineup of events, parties, and themed nights every month at its queer cocktail bar on Rue de Montreuil. A go-to spot for drinks, plant-based tapas, and lively atmospheres, it’s a space that’s inclusive, welcoming, and socially conscious. Throughout the year, the venue hosts friendly gatherings and open-to-all evenings, making it a lively hub for community and celebration.

Beaux Parleurs: the charming cocktail bar and restaurant on Rue Lepic in Montmartre

With its carefully crafted cocktails, witty banter, and cozy atmosphere, Beaux Parleurs brings color to Rue Lepic. This Montmartre bar-restaurant combines the art of words with the art of taste in an elegant and welcoming setting.

Kinágua: Asian and Portuguese fusion cocktail bar and tapas restaurant founded by a Koh-Lanta winner in Paris

Frédéric Khouvilay, winner of the 2023 edition of the TV show Koh-Lanta, is opening his own bar in Paris. Kinágua is coming to Paris's 2nd arrondissement, offering cocktails and fusion cuisine combining East Asian and Portuguese influences.

Cravan: haute couture cocktail bar and bookshop in a historic Paris townhouse

On the left bank, CRAVAN electrifies Saint-Germain-des-Prés with its haute couture cocktails and literary atmosphere. Nestled at 165 boulevard Saint-Germain, this bar imagined by Franck Audoux unfurls over four floors a universe where one drinks as much as one reads. With its shaker, library and rooftop cinema, this historic address revisits the art of the cocktail with style.

Haze: a chic, discreet speakeasy with a Prohibition ambience, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe

Behind a discreet door next to the Arc de Triomphe, Haze takes over from UC-61, swapping the underwater ambience for a hushed setting straight out of the Roaring Twenties. A chic yet relaxed speakeasy offering exceptional, balanced and refined cocktails.

Chill & Golf: XXL indoor golf bar to open in Paris's 17th arrondissement

Chill & Golf, the very first indoor golf bar in Paris, opens its doors on June 10, 2025 in the 17th arrondissement. On the menu? State-of-the-art simulators and seasonal finger food, accompanied by shaken cocktails, all spread over two floors with a terrace. A new hybrid venue where people come to swing as much as to chill out, with friends, family or afterwork.

Les Grands Gamins: the board game bar that doubles as a boutique

Looking for a fun evening out with friends? Located at 19 rue de Cléry, in the 2ᵉ arrondissement of Paris, Les Grands Gamins is a board game bar offering over 450 games suitable for all ages. In a friendly atmosphere, you can discover a wide selection of games while enjoying cocktails, craft beers and aperitif boards. Themed events are also organized regularly. Want to drop in?