Restaurant cocktail guide

Doobie's, the legendary restaurant and late-night bar in the 8th arrondissement, is back—we tried it!

Le Doobie's, a legendary Paris nightlife spot, is back on Rue Marbeuf in the 8th arrondissement. A restaurant by day and evening, then a late-night bar, this collector’s house reopened at the end of 2026, and we tried the menu.

Gasolio, Red Sauce’s Italian-American counter and its sandwiches to wolf down

Red Sauce opens Gasolio, a bite-size Italian-American counter. On the menu: pizza by the slice, slider sandwiches, cocktails... and an atmosphere inspired by American gas stations!

Clos, the chic bistro hiding a cocktail bar in Paris’s 8th arrondissement

Opposite Biche, Michel Puech’s first restaurant, Clos cultivates a hushed atmosphere away from the bustle of Paris. A chic bistro with a French touch, where classics sit alongside dishes from further afield, it’s a place to come for lunch or linger over a cocktail.

The Flying Fish, a restaurant that becomes a club after dark

From dinner to the dance floor without changing address? It’s possible at Poisson Volant in Paris! Behind this restaurant, bar and club, you’ll find Bertrand Chauveau, the man behind Cornichon, and chef Yanxin Yin.

Fougue, the delicious all-day brasserie by Fuga at Beaupassage

At Beaupassage in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, Fougue is the new brasserie from FUGA, betting on generous French cuisine led by chef Fanny Herpin, in a space designed for living from morning to night, indoors or on its spacious, tranquil terrace!

Mondaine de Pariso: a live dinner-and-a-show in Paris’s 8th arrondissement

Mondaine de Pariso revives its Live Dinner Show for fall 2026. In this 8th arrondissement restaurant, three vocalists and a trio of musicians accompany the meal, with performances weaving between the tables.

Selma, Sahin Erdal's new bistro with Turkish influences

After Malmö, Shanghai, New York and several Parisian experiments, chef Sahin Erdal plants his flag in the 11th arrondissement with Selma. At 128 Rue du Chemin Vert, this new bistro blends French cuisine, Turkish memories, wines and cocktails in a former pizzeria that’s been completely redesigned.

Sobo, a vegetarian restaurant with Asian-inspired flavors in Paris's 17th arrondissement

Sobo, the new vegetarian restaurant in Paris’s 17th arrondissement offering Asian-inspired flavors, opens with a quirky idea: vinyl records spinning as you bite into 100% plant-based rolls. Whether you love taking your taste buds on a journey by spotlighting vegetables and other plant-based ingredients, or you’re just looking to have a good time, here’s the address.

Saku Vendôme, a Japanese jewel box just steps from the jewelers

On a quiet street in the 1st arrondissement, Saku Vendôme stands as a genuine contemporary Japanese house—an intimate, elegant address where the quality of the ingredients and the precision of the preparations justify the steep prices.

Lotta, a Mediterranean and design-forward restaurant in the 1st arrondissement

Based in the 1st arrondissement, Lotta is Charlotte Bereaud's first restaurant... and what a stellar launch! A refined venue that leans into Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, with an accessible lunch menu and a wonderful decor drawn from Italian design.

Rouge Suffren, a top-notch meat restaurant just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower

Near the beloved Eiffel Tower, Rouge Suffren embraces the chic Parisian brasserie vibe. A friendly, well-run address whose location and pricing are mainly geared toward a tourist clientele.

The Indian Arms, Manoj Sharma's cosy gastropub where India meets the UK

In Paris, chef Manoj Sharma unveils The Indian Arms, a restaurant where British classics meet Indian flavors, in the spirit of London’s finest gastropubs.

Utopic, Anne-Sophie Pic's cocktail bar at the Fondation Cartier and her fine-dining restaurant

Renowned, multi-Michelin-starred chef Anne-Sophie Pic launches Utopic, her cocktail bar inside the Cartier Foundation in Paris. A first opening quickly followed by a second: the launch of her gastronomic restaurant, still housed within the foundation, just a short stroll from the Louvre.

Les Rupins: An Authentic Parisian Bistro in the 10th Arrondissement, Near the Canal Saint-Martin

Just a stone’s throw from Canal Saint-Martin, Gare de l’Est and République, the restaurant Les Rupins is a genuine, authentic Parisian bistro. Located in the heart of the 10th arrondissement, it embodies classic Parisian charm while offering 100% homemade, modern and hearty cuisine, crafted from ultra-fresh, seasonal ingredients. Here, every plate showcases the best of Parisian gastronomy in a friendly and warm atmosphere.

Cabaret Baila: A Festive Restaurant in Paris

Cabaret Parisian, a festive restaurant, a secret address in Pigalle and French gastronomy… Cabaret Baila Restaurant opens its doors at 2 Rue Frochot, in a setting rich with history where art, live music, cuisine and heritage mingle.

This colorful, popular terrace is taking up its summer quarters on the forecourt of the Museum of Modern Art - photos

In the 16th arrondissement, Corail sets up its summer quarters between two heavyweight names in contemporary art. Under the big parasols, the terrace leans on a menu that blends land and sea, with ice-cold drinks and a relaxed vibe that suits Paris’s long, lingering evenings.

Bibie: the plant-filled restaurant and cocktail bar tucked away in a design hotel in the Latin Quarter

Located within Jardin de Verre by Locke, Bibie reveals itself as a welcoming, light-filled spot for food lovers, from morning to night. With its sun-drenched restaurant and lovely leafy terrace, it offers a hybrid retreat near the Arenas of Lutetia.

Néroli: The Mediterranean-Inspired Cocktail Bar in the 11th District

Néroli, a cocktail bar and Mediterranean cuisine spot located in the 11th arrondissement.

Balcon Paris : Julien Sebbag's rooftop bistro perched on the Galeries Lafayette roof - reviews & photos

Craving a bit of height? On the rooftop of Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann, Balcon Paris offers a perched interlude — part-bistro, part-belvedere — where Julien Sebbag reimagines French classics against the background of the Eiffel Tower, the Palais Garnier, and the Sacré-Cœur.

Niní Restaurant, the place where Italian tradition meets author-driven cuisine

Freshly opened in the 10th arrondissement, Niní aims to dust off the codes of Italian cooking. At the helm of this contemporary bistro, Fabio Massimo Liuzza and Victor Kalczuga offer sharing plates that sit alongside more traditional dishes at lunch.