Six bars to know
| Bar | Arrondissement | What sets it apart | Price or tip read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Hemingway, Ritz Paris | 1st | Classic mixology, Serendipity cocktail (calvados, apple, mint, champagne) | One source says same-evening reservations open at 6pm; the door has no sign |
| Bar Joséphine, Lutetia | 6th | Creative cocktails, vodka and clarified mango | Price not recorded |
| Les Ambassadeurs, Hôtel de Crillon | 8th | Palace bar, alcohol-free versions of almost every cocktail | Price not recorded |
| Little Red Door | 3rd | Speakeasy, house whisky sour, "farm to glass" cocktails | About 10 to 15 EUR according to a guide, to confirm |
| La Candelaria | 3rd | Taqueria at the front, bar behind the kitchen | About 12 EUR a cocktail according to a guide, may be old |
| Harry's Bar | 2nd | The Bloody Mary and the Sidecar are said to have been invented here | Price not recorded |
Palace or speakeasy?
A palace bar costs more and expects smart dress: no dress code is published in the guides read, so call the hotel. A speakeasy is more relaxed but small, hence the value of booking. For hidden addresses see Paris speakeasy bars; to learn to make them, the cocktail workshop in Paris.
A guided evening
To go out in a group with a guide, compare the Paris pub crawl; drink in moderation. More ideas: Paris at night.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need to book? Useful in the small bars; at Bar Hemingway one source mentions same-evening reservations opening at 6pm.
How much is a cocktail in Paris? The guides read give 10 to 15 EUR in speakeasies; palace bars cost more.
The Paris Authority editorial team, updated 30 October 2026.
