Discover France's Most Interesting Bars

A hidden-in-plain-sight jungle behind Canal Saint‑Martin—Le Comptoir Général blends Afro‑inspired art, rum-fueled soirées, quirky archives & brunch escapes into a next‑level cultural cocktail.

A friendly craft-beer refuge in the heart of Lyon: 14 taps, cocktails, tapas and good vibes around the clock.

A stone-arched craft-beer haven in Lyon’s Croix-Rousse: 30+ taps, tapas & chilled vibes, perfect for beer lovers seeking character and choice.

A vinyl-lovers’ hideaway in Bastille: Fréquence mixes scratchy soul, funk and reggae spinning straight from the shelves, inventive cocktails with Japanese flair, and small plates in a cozy, moody setting that pulses till late.

A secret cocktail bar hidden behind a laundromat façade in Paris, Lavomatic surprises with inventive drinks, playful décor, and a cozy speakeasy vibe.​

CopperBay in Paris is a bright, nautically‑inspired cocktail bar where textured drinks meet laid‑back charm—think yacht‑club chic, fabric swatches for cocktails, and a vibe as refreshing as a sea breeze.

Hidden behind unmarked doors, Castor Club is Paris’s hunting-lodge cocktail den — plush velvet, wood walls, inventive drinks, country music & a speakeasy spirit that invites you to linger.

Step into Bar Nouveau—a micro‑bar in Le Marais with sinuous Art Nouveau woodwork, mirrored ceilings, and bespoke Bimini glassware. Upstairs is bright and elegant; downstairs is moody and intimate.

The Cambridge Public House in Paris combines the warmth of a British pub with the finesse of a cocktail lounge, serving innovative drinks and traditional pub dishes in a cozy Marais district setting.

No menu, just magic: Bisou crafts personalized cocktails tailored to your taste. Cozy, pink-hued, and eco-conscious—this Marais gem is a must for cocktail lovers.

Step into Dirty Dick, Pigalle’s moody tiki hideaway—neon flickers, tropical murals, conch-shell mugs, and flaming cocktails. A vintage escape where rum-lovers and curious night owls unite in comedic island cool.

Under a 32-metre vaulted dome in Lyon’s Grand Hôtel-Dieu, Le Dôme serves artful cocktails, refined bites and worldly spirits in a grand setting that blends heritage with high-end mixology.

Unlock behind the iconic red door of Little Red Door in Le Marais—an artful, cosy cocktail bar blending shabby-chic comfort with worldly mixology. A speakeasy ethos with playful themes and seasonally driven “farm‑to‑glass” drinks.

At the heart of Paris’ Golden Triangle, this polished hotel lounge serves exquisitely crafted cocktails in a subdued, ultra-elegant setting—ideal for the stylish nightcap or a chic pre-dinner drink.

No Entry is Paris’s hidden Italian speakeasy—a plush velvet-and-demijohn sanctuary tucked beneath Pink Mamma. Cozy, clandestine, and brimming with inventive cocktails infused in giant floral carboys—your secret twist on after-dinner drinks.

A refined, speakeasy-style cocktail bar in Lyon’s 1ʳᵉ arrondissement where vintage décor meets masterful mixes—a haven for classic cocktails in a timeless setting.

Hidden behind Daroco in the Galerie Vivienne, Danico by Nico de Soto dazzles with bold, globe-inspired cocktails, sleek velvet lounges, and stylish 80s funk flair—Paris’s premier experimental speakeasy.

Discover Le Syndicat: a hidden-speakeasy gem in Paris’s 10ᵉ, fighting for French spirits. Behind its poster-covered façade lies a gritty-chic cocoon where cognacs & eaux-de‑vie shine in creative, hip-hop-infused cocktails.

A chic rooftop lounge perched above the Rhône in Lyon — Le Melhor blends panoramic river views, live jazz, and bespoke cocktails for an elevated evening out.

A cocktail-lover’s haven in Lyon 6ᵉ: L’Artchimiste pairs industrial-jungle décor, expert mixology and a welcoming vibe for cocktails done right.

Parisian bar paying homage to Ernest Hemingway with a literary theme.

Step into La Commune—a punch bar in the heart of Belleville, where leafy terrace escapes, concrete-and-marble-industrial charm, and oversized silver punch bowls brim with French spirit–forward cocktails.

Behind a casual taqueria in Paris’s Marais lies Candelaria — a dimly lit, candlelit speakeasy serving top-tier cocktails and agave treasures in a hidden sanctuary of flavor and vibe.

A poetic cocktail house on Saint‑Germain, Cravan fuses literary chic with avant‑garde flair across four storied floors—complete with art nouveau touches, a roaming library, and secret rooftop cinema. Drinks with whispers of history.

Disguised as a grocery store, this hidden bar reveals an opulent Moroccan-themed cocktail lounge behind a secret door, offering a cozy atmosphere with mint and rosewater-infused drinks.

A travel-themed cocktail bar in Lyon’s 2ᵉ arrondissement: colorful décor, global spirits, board games and themed nights make it the perfect spot to sip, laugh and linger.

Step through a walk‑in fridge in Pizza Da Vito and discover Paris's Prohibition‑style hideout—Moonshiner. Moody jazz, art‑deco charm, killer whiskies, secretive atmosphere. Worth every hushed whisper.