Fancy a quiet moment away from the hustle and bustle of Paris? With their intimate atmosphere, warm decor and cozy ambiance, Paris' intimate bars are the ideal place for a date, a meeting, a chat with friends or a peaceful evening.
In a city as lively as the City of Lights, it's sometimes nice to get away from the hustle and bustle and take refuge in a quieter bar. These establishments cultivate calm in every detail, from the soft or jazzy music that plays in the background to the comfortable velvet seats you can curl up in, tothe candlelight.
People come here as much for the tranquility as forthe elegant atmosphere. No loud music, no rowdy crowds, just an urban cocoonwhere you can take your time. Far from exuberance, these intimate bars focus on the quality and subtlety of their food. As for drinks, they usually offer a fine selection of wines, refined cocktails, and carefully chosen spirits.
To slow down and enjoy a private moment, Paris' intimate bars are places to be treasured. Here are some great addresses!
Midnight Express: the discreet bar car that sails across three continents, between cocktails and bites.
All aboard in the 7th arrondissement! Midnight Express invites you to embark on a culinary journey inspired by legendary trains, with a menu of inventive cocktails and shareable plates influenced by European, American, and Asian flavors. [Read more]
Experimental Cocktail Club: a speakeasy and iconic cocktail bar in Paris since 2007 - reviews & photos
In the heart of the Sentier district, the Experimental Cocktail Club has been hiding behind a discreet door since 2007, in the spirit of Parisian speakeasies. This spot in the 2nd arrondissement offers a cocktail menu that blends reinvented classics with signature creations, crafted with precision and balance. A pioneering venue for Paris's contemporary cocktail culture. [Read more]
La Clef Tour Eiffel Paris: the 5-star hotel and its artistic bar Le GustaV just steps from the Trocadéro
La Clef Tour Eiffel Paris, this five-star address in the 16th arrondissement, houses a genuine creative hub in addition to its 112 upscale rooms. In homage to the Exposition Universelle and to the Gustaves who left their mark on the capital, the bar blends art with bespoke mixology in an intimate atmosphere, just steps from the Trocadéro. [Read more]
Ritz Bar Summer 2026: flower-powered cocktails to sip in the hotel's Grand Garden on Place Vendôme
Hidden from view, the Ritz Paris cultivates its secret garden… and here it births its summer bar. From April 24 to September 12, 2026, the Ritz Summer Bar takes root in the Grand Garden, turning Paris green—chic and open-air. From 3 p.m., cocktails flow, canapés make their entrance, and the afternoons bloom until the golden hour. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Frivole, the festive bar-restaurant with hidden terrace in the 8th arrondissement
Frivole is the name of the festive new bar-restaurant in Paris's 8th arrondissement that awaits you at Maison Champs-Élysées, a stone's throw from the Golden Triangle. Open since June 2025, this lively venue combines a hidden terrace, creative cocktails and contemporary French cuisine in a chic, relaxed atmosphere, open every day until 2am. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Baronne, Paris Society's exceptional restaurant, nestled in a historic townhouse
Baronne, the exceptional restaurant nestled in the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild, combines refined cuisine with the majesty of a listed building. With its 19th-century salons, 4,000 m² garden, top-flight grills and intimate bar, the latest Parisian address from the Paris Society group continues to win over the 8th arrondissement. [Read more]
Le Flirt: the chic cocktail bar and party club in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
In a chic and intimate atmosphere, Le Flirt combines exceptional cocktails, refined finger food and festive evenings in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. This bar-club reveals a warm and secret setting, perfect for starting an unforgettable evening, or ending it! [Read more]
Golden Promise, the speakeasy-style hidden bar at La Maison du Whisky
Hidden beneath the Maison du Whisky, Golden Promise is a speakeasy like no other. Under century-old vaulted ceilings, you can sip over 1,000 whisky references, 100 sake references, cocktails and mouth-watering Japanese finger food. [Read more]
Prescription Cocktail Club: cutting-edge creations in a mystical, theatrical bar in Paris
For mixology enthusiasts, Prescription Cocktail Club is the place to be in Paris's 6th arrondissement. This chic, mystical bar serves up cutting-edge creations in a theatrical setting. [Read more]
Speakeasy: 404 Not Found, a hidden cocktail bar a stone's throw from Place de la Bastille in Paris
Hidden just a stone's throw from the Place de la Bastille, 404 Not Found is the speakeasy of the Franco-German restaurant Prost, which takes us into a world inspired by French history. In an intimate setting where modern design meets classicism, you'll find yourself in the heart of a secret salon, savoring creative cocktails and feeling right at home. [Read more]
La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels: an anachronistic wine bar in Paris
La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels is a timeless wine bar in the Latin Quarter, just a stone's throw from the Marché Saint-Germain. Here, you'll discover a passionate address that caters for all budgets, while bringing together Parisians of today and yesteryear in the love of oenology. [Read more]
The Monastic, a skeapeasy bar hidden in a chapel just outside Paris
How about getting off the beaten track? Le Monastic is the name of this rum bar and speakeasy, hidden away in a restored neo-Gothic monastery. In a timeless atmosphere, come and enjoy a special experience, and learn the art of tasting rums from around the world. [Read more]
Find the location of all these addresses by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
Speakeasy bars in Paris, our favorite hidden bars
Paris's speakeasy bars open their doors to you for an intimate and confidential evening. Sophisticated cocktails, dim lighting, and a retro atmosphere await you behind each secret facade. [Read more]
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Speakeasy bars in Paris, our favorite hidden bars
