Paris Wine Bars
Curated by Stephen MartinThis guide was built for those who care about provenance, personality, and pleasure in equal measure. Each bar here earned its place through thoughtful curation, fair value, good food, and that elusive Parisian mix of warmth and edge.
Places & Activities
Septime La Cave
Tiny, standing, animated. Natural-leaning.
Benchmark selection with superb snacks (tinned fish, rillettes). No reservations; go early. Great for pre-dinner.
Frenchie Bar à Vins
Bustling cave à manger across from Frenchie Restaurant.
Excellent small plates and a tight, smart list. Queue system; leave your name and grab a drink nearby.
Le Verre Volé
Casual, neighborhood fixture of the natural wine wave.
Deep bottle selection; hearty plates and charcuterie. Book if you can; it’s small.
Willi’s Wine Bar
Classic, Franco-Anglo institution with posters on the wall.
Strong on Rhône and classic French regions; welcoming to all levels. Good for a relaxed, seated tasting.
Juveniles
Cozy bistro-wine bar with personality.
Balanced list (classic meets adventurous) and comforting food. Reserve for dinner; solo diners feel at home at the counter.
Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels
Chic, dimly lit, date-friendly.
Extensive list spanning classics and cult bottles; refined snacks. Splurge setting; ask staff for off-list gems.
La Buvette
Tiny, intimate, natural-leaning.
Minimalist plates, great taste, neighborhood feel. Arrive early; it fills fast.
Déviant
Standing-room counter; lively and loud.
Sharp, seafood-leaning small plates and natural wines. Perfect for a quick glass and a couple of bites.
La Cave de Belleville
Wine shop meets bar; convivial, unpretentious.
Value-driven bottles, generous cheese/charcuterie boards. Choose a bottle from the shelves; modest corkage applies.
Le Barav
Friendly, easygoing; popular with locals.
Pick a bottle next door to drink in the bar; solid boards. Book if you can; evenings get crowded.
Coinstot Vino
Covered-passage charm; lively service.
Strong by-the-glass lineup; great with small plates. Good for groups; nice pre- or post-theatre stop.
L’Avant Comptoir de la Terre
Standing-only, Basque-accented tapas bar.
Fun, affordable small plates and a wide wine selection. Also try the sister bar L’Avant Comptoir de la Mer for seafood.
LeGrand Filles & Fils
Historic, elegant wine merchant with a tasting bar.
Superb classic selection; ideal for Burgundy/Bordeaux lovers. Daytime/early evening stop; pair with the covered passages stroll.
Folderol
Playful, modern; natural wine plus artisanal ice cream.
Great bottles by thoughtful importers/producers; unique vibe. Fun end to an Oberkampf crawl.
Aux Deux Amis
Boisterous neo-bistrot energy; chalkboard wines.
Joyful natural-wine selection and shareable plates. Expect a squeeze; embrace the chaos.
Le Garde Robe
Cozy, central, solid small plates and bottles.
Also worth a look if you’re nearby.
Chambre Noire
Music, natural wines, late vibe.
Also worth a look if you’re nearby.
Les Enfants du Marché
Seasonal plates and serious wines at the counter.
Also worth a look if you’re nearby.
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