10 Best Wine Bars in Paris

10 Best Wine Bars in Paris

Original article posted on May 23, 2014 by Candice. Article updated for accuracy in 2019. 

When most people think of France, images of wine, cheese and baguettes probably come to mind. And for good reason! French cuisine is world famous, and is even named as a “world intangible heritage” by UNESCO!

Wine is a French specialty, and an essential part of French cuisine and dining. Lucky for any of you coming to Paris, some of the best wine bars in the city are among the best in the world! You should definitely plan on visiting one (or a few) when you come to Paris.

You’ll find a lot of good wine bars in the City of Lights, but if you are looking to have excellent food with your glass of wine, you may have to dig a little deeper. Keep reading for the 10 best wine bars in Paris!

1. Les Fines Gueules

Les Fines Gueules – image courtesy of Les Fines Gueules’ Facebook page

Located in a handsome 18th century stone house, this mini wine bar/bistro sources its menu from the best producers in Paris, including the star butcher Hugo Desnoyer. It offers delicious meals and a good selection of natural and organic wines.

Les Fines Gueules has worked hard to find the best suppliers and producers in France, and this attention to detail really shows. Don’t miss their famous steak tartare!

Practical Information

Opening hours: Monday-Friday 12pm-2:30pm, 7pm-10:30pm. Saturday-Sunday 12pm-3pm, 7pm-11pm

Address: 43 Rue Croix des Petits Champs, 75001 Paris

Metro station: Sentier

2. Frenchie Bar à Vins

Frenchie bar à vins – image courtesy of Frenchie’s Facebook page

Annexed to his bistro Frenchie, chef Gregory Marchand’s wine bar offers the opportunity to taste his food without having to book a table at his restaurant. The wine list of sommelier Laura Vidal is one of the most interesting in Paris at the moment!

The servers are super helpful, and the majority of them speak English, so don’t be afraid to ask them for advice! The ambiance of the wine bar is really convivial, so don’t be surprised if you make friends with your neighbors before the night is through!

Practical Information

Opening hours: Open everyday 6:30pm-11pm

Address: 6 Rue du Nil, 75002 Paris

Metro station: Sentier

3. Le Siffleur des Ballons

Le Siffleur des Ballons – image courtesy of Le Siffleur des Ballons’ Facebook page

If you consider yourself an organic and natural wine connaisseur, Le Siffleur des Ballons is the place for you. They specialize specifically in “biodynamic” natural wines, particularly coming from lesser known regions in France like the Roussillon.

Even though their wines are pretty particular, it doesn’t mean there’s any less of a selection here. You’ll have the choice between over 400 different wines, so you’re sure to find something to whet your palette! They also offer tapas to munch on, but don’t worry about going hungry. Their “small” plates aren’t so small after all!

Practical Information

Opening hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:30am-3pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Saturday 10:30am-11:30pm, Closed Sunday & Monday

Address: 34 Rue de Cîteaux, 75012 Paris

Metro station: Faidherbe – Chaligny

4. Au Bon Coin

Several Bordeaux wines by Colin – WikiCommons

This friendly place, one of the best wine bars in Paris. Au Bon Coin offers a lot of well-chosen local wines at all price levels, and for all tastes: light, robust, round, fruity, dry, sweet.

There isn’t an option for dinner on the weekends, but during the week you can enjoy specialties from South West France cooked by a local Chef and at an affordable price.

Practical Information

Opening hours: monday-saturday 8am-12am, Sunday 10am-10pm

Address: 49 Rue des Cloys, 75018 Paris

Metro station: jules joffrin

5. Les Papilles

Les Papilles – image courtesy of Les Papilles’ Facebook page

This bistrot à vins has become a Latin Quarter institution. Internationals and academics are usually drawn to this great wine bar in Paris! You can either arrive at noon for a glass of wine and a bite, or reserve a table to have dinner and taste the delicious plates that Chef Ulric Claude offers.

While you’re at it, take some time to explore the Latin Quarter at night. This is one of my favorite areas in Paris, and you’re likely to feel like you’ve stepped into a Woody Allen movie! Shout out to all of my Midnight in Paris lovers.

Practical Information

Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday 12pm-2pm, 7pm-10pm

Address: 30 Rue Gay-Lussac, 75005 Paris

Metro station: Luxembourg (RER)

6. Le Petit Verdot

Le Petit Verdot – image courtesy of Le Petit Verdot’s Facebook page

It’s hard to say whether Le Petit Verdot should be considered a wine bar or a restaurant, as their options for both are amazing! Opened by Japanese sommelier Hidé Ishizuka, Le Petit Verdot boasts delicious food, made using fresh produce, and equally tasty wine.

If you’re struggling to choose which wine will pair best with your meal, the servers are there to help you with their grade A advice. They specialize in Burgundy wines, so be prepared to taste their best options.

Practical Information

Opening hours: Monday-Friday 12pm-2pm, 7:30pm-9:30pm. Closed Saturday & Sunday

Address: 75 Rue du Cherche-Midi, 75006 Paris

Metro station: Vaneau / Saint-Placide

7. La Cave à Michel

La Cave à Michel – image courtesy of La Cave à Michel’s Facebook page

La Cave à Michel is a typically Parisian wine bar. Located in the bustling Belleville neighborhood, the vibes are friendly and lively, and you’re sure to find a wine that you’ll love!

Your wallets will thank you if you choose to visit La Cave à Michel, where you can easily find well priced wine and food. Speaking of food, you’re sure to be impressed by their offerings. Food and wine go together like…well, food and wine!

Practical Information

Opening hours: Wednesday-Sunday 6pm-12am, closed Monday & Tuesday

Address: 36 Rue Sainte-Marthe, 75010 Paris

Metro station: belleville / Colonel Fabien

8. Le Willi’s Wine Bar

Some examples of the posters at Le Willi’s Wine Bar – image courtesy of Le Willi’s Wine Bar’s Facebook page

Le Willi’s Wine Bar is known not only for their excellent wine selection, they also have a collection of some beautiful wine-themed posters! Each year, the wine bar commissions local artists to create the posters, and the winners are displayed in the bar.

Willi’s is one of the oldest wine bars in Paris! Ironically, it was originally founded by an Englishman in the 1980s. The posters are cool, the ambiance is warm, and there is a large selection of wines to choose from. Don’t miss their famous Spanish charcuterie board option!

Practical Information

Opening hours: Monday-Saturday 12pm-12am. Closed Sunday

Address: 13 Rue des Petits Champs, 75001 Paris

Metro station: Pyramids

9. Martin Boire et Manger

Martin Boire et Manger – image courtesy of Martin Boire et Manger’s Facebook page

The wine-bar-meets-restaurant Martin Boire et Manger is serving up natural wines and yummy small plates. All of their options are made using the freshest market produce in Paris, and so their menu changes weekly!

I have recently become obsessed with eating fresh and natural produce, so Martin answers all of my wine and food needs. If you’re on the same page as I am, you’re guaranteed to enjoy this spot in the 11th arrondissement.

Practical Information

Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday 4pm-2am, Closed Sunday & Monday

Address: 24 Boulevard du Temple, 75011 Paris

Metro station: Oberkampf

10. Simone

Simone – image courtesy of Simone’s Facebook page

Simone is a wine bar in the 13th arrondissement that has up to 120 different wines to choose from! They also have a great selection of natural and organic wines. Simone also boasts yummy cheese and charcuterie plates, and even organic oysters! That’s really rare in Paris, so if oysters are your thing, run, don’t walk to Simone.

While the wine bar doesn’t offer large plates, they do have a bistro just next door if you start to feel really hungry. Here, you’ll find dishes made with market fresh produce that changes with the season.

Practical Information

Opening hours: Tuesday-Friday 12pm-2pm, 7pm-10pm, Saturday 7pm-10pm, Closed Sunday & Monday

Address: 33 Boulevard Arago, 75013 Paris

Metro station: Les Gobelins

Conclusion

I hope you’re ready to taste some delicious French wine and cuisine when you’re in Paris! Save this list for the next time you’re in the city, and you’ll have plenty of options of where to head for dinner. Or lunch, no judgement here!

If you want even more advice for where to head in Paris, why not join one of our walking tours with our local guides? You’re sure to learn a bit about the French capital, and our guides have the best recommendations in town! Click here to discover more.