In Paris, some restaurants boast remarkable wine cellars, built up over the years by passionate sommeliers and restaurateurs. Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne, the Rhône Valley, the Loire, Jura, Alsace, wines from abroad and even more under-the-radar cuvées: wine lists can feature several hundred, or even more than a thousand selections. Enough to spend a good few minutes poring over the cellar’s list before even thinking about ordering!
Of course, quantity isn’t everything. Behind these collections there is often a real selection process, with bottles from prestigious estates as well as wines from lesser-known winemakers, sometimes purchased directly from the producers.
It’s simple: some Parisian restaurants offer more than 800, 1,000 or even 1,500 wines (!), while the historic cellars of the grandes maisons can be even more impressive in scale. Such depth on the wine list lets you explore different appellations, vintages and styles without necessarily sticking to the most expensive bottles.
Above all, these restaurants for wine lovers in Paris let you leave the ordering to the sommelier. At fine-dining establishments in particular, menus can be paired with a wine pairing designed to follow the progression of the dishes. A mineral white with fish, a more structured red with meat, an unexpected vintage with cheese, a sweet wine with dessert... Each glass then extends the work done in the kitchen.
So, to explore wine lists that sometimes feature hundreds of selections and get advice from sommeliers who can find the bottle that’s just right, here’s a selection of restaurants with the finest wine cellars in Paris !
Akatcha, the new fine-dining restaurant turning wine into its playground in Pigalle
After 228 Litres and La Cave Pigalle, Pierre Renauld, Louis Renaud and Robin Lenfant are opening Akatcha, their first fine-dining restaurant, in Paris's 9th arrondissement. In the kitchen, chef Naohisa Hiwatashi crafts French cuisine nourished by his Japanese sensibility, complemented by a wine list that will soon approach 700 references. [Read more]
Ethanol, Maxime Bouttier’s fabulous address (Géosmine*), sits between a wine bar and a chef’s table.
Just steps from Géosmine, his Michelin-starred restaurant, Maxime Bouttier unveils with Éthanol a more relaxed dining concept, centered around sharing plates and an impressive wine list. An ambitious spot that blends exceptional ingredients, top-tier cuisine, and a lively atmosphere—already among our best discoveries of the year. [Read more]
L'Auberge des Crus, the bistro haven with a well-stocked cellar just steps from Roland-Garros
Just a short walk from Roland-Garros, far from the loud hotspots and influencer tables, L'Auberge des Crus nurtures the art of the Parisian bistro as if upholding a long-standing family tradition. A warm house, earnest without being stuffy, where people come as much for the cellar as for generous, well-executed French cooking. [Read more]
Les 110 de Taillevent, a classic French restaurant renowned for its expertly curated wine and food pairings
Nestled in the heart of the 8th arrondissement of Paris, Les 110 de Taillevent offers a remarkable experience centered on classic French cuisine paired with a selection of 110 wines by the glass. We stepped inside this renowned establishment, a signature of Taillevent hospitality. [Read more]
A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Le Grand Véfour, a jewel of neo-classical art
Since 1784, Le Grand Véfour has shone under the arcades of the Palais-Royal. A legendary restaurant frequented by Napoleon, Hugo and Colette, it embodies French haute cuisine in a neo-classical setting. [Read more]
Elbi, Omar Dhiab's Egyptian bistro and wine bar in Paris's 10th arrondissement
Omar Dhiab, who already delights us with his Michelin-starred restaurant in the 1st arrondissement, has opened Elbi, in place of Sapid, an Egyptian bistro that's sure to wake up your taste buds. This second address, with its emphasis on fine cooking and bottles, is now open for business. We take you on a discovery tour. [Read more]
Oka becomes Episodes under the leadership of MOF chef Guillaume Goupil
A change of chef and menu for OKA restaurant, which becomes Episodes under the aegis of chef Guillaume Goupil, following the departure of Raphaël Rego. [Read more]
La Riotte, a lively French bistro and fine vintages in the cellar
Opened by Caves Carrière, La Riotte is a lively French bistro that inevitably revolves around the cellar's fine vintages. [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]
Signorvino: the Italian restaurant - wine cellar and its authentic menu near Notre-Dame, Paris
In Paris, in the heart of Place Saint-Michel, Signorvino combines Parisian art de vivre with authentic Italian gastronomy. The famous chain of Italian restaurants and wine cellars offers the essentials of Italian cuisine, as well as tastings, theme evenings and meetings to awaken the senses of its guests. [Read more]
Les Fines Gueules, French cuisine with character, a stone's throw from the Bourse
For almost 20 years now, Les Fines Gueules has opened wide on the Bourse side of town, offering French cuisine of character to be savored at the zinc counter, infiltrating among the innumerable regulars. The best thing to do is to eat alone and listen carefully! [Read more]
Yard, Culinaries' bistro and natural wine cellar
Bistro at lunchtime, cellar dining in the evening, and for both lunch and dinner, plain skittles for a cheerful toast: this is Yard, the Culinaries restaurant just a stone's throw from Père Lachaise. [Read more]
Langosteria at Cheval Blanc Paris: Italy invites itself with treasures from the sea
A Langosteria restaurant is set to open at Cheval Blanc Paris in September 2021, with the desire to offer the best of Italian fish, seafood and shellfish in one of Paris's finest hotels. [Read more]
Géosmine, chef Maxime Bouttier's first raw, living table
The announcement of the opening of chef Maxime Bouttier's first Parisian restaurant was full of promise. The verdict? [Read more]
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Paris for wine lovers: Our best addresses and tips
Red, white, rosé... Do you like good wine? Here's a list of tips and addresses for wine lovers in Paris. [Read more]
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Paris for wine lovers: Our best addresses and tips
