Discover the Trendiest Cocktail Bars Reviving Paris

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Paris is a party! And when it comes to ideas for enjoying the cocktail hour, Parisians are not left behind. To satisfy the cravings for chic drinks with your loved one or with friends, cocktail bars compete with glamor and exciting recipes concocted by increasingly sophisticated mixologists. The Do It In Paris afterwork team has dedicated themselves to exploring the new addresses that are making waves. Cheers !

Inside the Hôtel Monte-Cristo, located in the 5th arrondissement, Le Bar 1802 exudes an exotic-chic atmosphere with velvet banquettes, wicker chairs, precious woods, colorful azulejos, and lush plants. Its 1,600 rum references have earned it the title of "largest rum bar in France!" But Le Bar 1802 is also passionate about materials, the common thread of its new cocktail menu designed by Donovan Chouari and Paul-Antoine Herbet, a duo of endlessly creative alchemists. Wondering what leather, porcelain, or wicker might taste like? You’re in the right place!

Love potions: They offer a unique dialogue between materials, textures, and flavors, featuring an incredible attention to detail and a masterful blend of the world's finest spirits. Bonus: All glassware is handcrafted by artisans. Among our favorites, the Plastique cocktail, pink like candy, with a tangy texture and nostalgic bubblegum taste, crafted with a precise mix of hibiscus-infused grog, raspberry eau de vie, and osmanthus cordial. The intoxicating Céramique cocktail delivers a crispy texture with Matusalem 15-year rum, Amaro Santoni, olive leaves, rhubarb, Quintinye Rouge, rhubarb Schorle, and Verjus. We also adore the delicacy of the Porcelaine cocktail, served in a black and white teacup, with a sticky effect from its rice milk base. (€17 cocktails, non-alcoholic versions €10).

Chic bites: Designed for sharing, enjoy creamy coquillettes risotto with truffle and parmesan (€15), a cheeky crab-mayo on toasted brioche (€13), a comforting poultry and duck pâté en croûte (€12), or a spicy avocado toast (€9). Sweet craving? Go straight for the 1,000-layer mille-feuille with rum cream and Madagascar vanilla (€8).

Le 1802, Hôtel Monte Cristo Paris, 22 rue Pascal, Paris 5th. 01 40 09 09 09. Open daily from 4 PM to 1 AM.

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Since its opening, Manigua has become the new HQ for epicurean travelers who seek warmth in exotic flavors and the hospitality of Reinaldo Lorenzo Veloz, the master of the house. Nestled in the vibrant 9th arrondissement, Manigua offers a beloved terrace, a large restaurant space, and—most importantly—a breathtaking speakeasy, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in Paris. Designed in two sections, adorned with plush carpets and a stunning library, the space boasts a vast wooden bar illuminated by vintage lamps and a boudoir-style lounge with a mirrored ceiling, inviting guests to suspend time. All of this is set to a curated Latin jazz playlist, sometimes enhanced by live piano performances. Are we still in Paris?

Love potions: The menu features twenty cocktail choices, including classics like Mojito, Margarita, Spritz, and Bloody Mary (€12). But the real highlights are tropical and Latin cocktails such as the robust Expresso Martini Cubano—a blend of amber rum infused with tonka beans, coffee liqueur, coffee, and vanilla syrup (€16)—or the fiery Caipiriña Tropical spiced with chili (€16). The Alicante Fresh provides a refreshing escape with gin, basil, ginger, green apple liqueur, lime, and Club soda (€16). Special mention for the mocktails, which ensure an exotic experience (€10).

Chic bites: True to its theme, enjoy fiery tapas like Croquetas del día (€8), Spanish charcuterie board (€25), tortilla (€8), and Bao de chicharrón with papaya BBQ sauce (€8). A must-try? The salt cod fritters (€12).

Manigua, 7 rue Choron, Paris 9th. 01 40 35 02 91. Open Monday to Saturday, 8 AM to 2 AM.

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Things are moving in Issy-les-Moulineaux! Just five minutes from the metro, the Domaine de la Reine Margot Paris Issy - MGallery hotel has settled into a 17th-century building, once home to Reine Margot herself for nine years, followed by 300 years of priests. The setting? A vast classified garden, a brand-new building designed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte, a bistronomic restaurant, a classic (albeit stunning) cocktail bar near the restaurant, and… a rum bar hidden in a chapel! It doesn’t get much more unusual than this neo-Gothic desacralized curiosity.

Love drinks: Over in the sacristy, you’ll find bartender Fabien, who not only shares stories about the estate but also about the 400 types of rum—whether agricultural, spiced, or in English and Spanish styles—available for tasting (four rums of your choice, €45). The ultimate surprise to gift your +1? A Memorable Moment, where you get exclusive access to the chapel all to yourself (€100).

Chic nibbles: To balance out the tasting, the establishment offers an exceptional selection of chocolates.

Monastic at Domaine Reine Margot Paris Issy - MGallery, 3 cours de la Reine Margot, 92130 Issy-les-Moulineaux. 01 87 53 65 70. Open Thursday to Saturday from 6 PM to 11 PM.

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Mesures is the brand-new hidden spot in the heart of the Marais created by two friends Guillaume Castagnet (Castor Club, Très Particulier) who takes care of the bar and musician Benoît de Bonnefamille who manages the turntables. In this intimate space, no frills: raw materials, a dozen tables, and a few chairs at the counter to enjoy an atmosphere inspired by Japanese jazz kissa bars with a playlist of jazz, soul, funk, pop, and disco.

Love Potions: for cocktails, choose from signatures, seasonal, and classic all very sophisticated (€14). Our favorite? The Singe en Hiver (perfect for Gabin and Bébel fans) which combines Calvados, apples, raspberry, and a cumin infusion. Another discovery is the decadent Makea Negroni: a blend of gins, roasted pineapple white Vermouth. A delight!

Chic Snacks: what's also worth it are the dishes with Japanese inspirations signed by Cyril Pham (Ogata). Ultimate crush for the hayashi rice, shredded beef bathed in soy sauce and miso (€16), which still makes our mouths water. Opt also for the Caesar salad which goes well with everything (€11) and the very comforting hot dog (€8).

Mesures, 58 rue de Saintonge, Paris 3rd. 06 79 63 39 99. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:30am to 3pm, Tuesday to Wednesday from 6pm to 1am, and Thursday to Saturday from 6pm to 2am.

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Cocktail lovers know the Vieux Carré, a classic drink born in New Orleans’ French Quarter. Here, it’s given a French twist with Calvados for a chic and affordable version (€10). With a long bar, cozy teal armchairs, and a small mezzanine, the intimate decor is ideal for romantic dates—according to barmen Anthony Bonnafoux (formerly of Jacopo) and Renaud Eliazord (ex-Silencio). In an 11th arrondissement that lacks great mixology spots, this one is a gem.

Love drinks: A Carrie Bradshaw-worthy cocktail called Cosmopolite, made with vodka nuage, cranberry, and pistachio oil, is perfect for a Sex and the City moment. The more poetic souls will adore the Églantine, a blend of gin, violet, sake, and a mist of rose water.
Want to go all out? Opt for a custom-made cocktail tailored to your desires. Love it? You can even order it by the bottle (€80) to enjoy it for longer.

Chic nibbles: Small plates to enhance your aperitif, including hummus with toasted buckwheat, homemade tapenade, coppa, and Tomme de Savoie (€6-12).

Vieux Carré, 59 rue de Montreuil, Paris 11e. 07 57 84 37 37. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 6 PM.

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There’s something quirky and distinctly disco about this spacious bar with no bottles in sight. The green, white, and purple neon lights immediately set a retro-futuristic mood, accompanied by a 90s-inspired playlist. Behind the counter, instead of the usual liquor display, copper pipes line the wall, fitted with 38 chrome taps pouring out inventive concoctions by Ben Cooper and Mike Jordhoy, former bartenders at Lulu White in Pigalle. Everything is on tap, delivered straight from their underground lab, where they craft their potions instead of shaking drinks non-stop. The advantage? Shorter wait times—plus, you can sample before you order!

Love drinks: The two owners love sharing their passion, so instead of a standard cocktail list, the menu helps you choose based on flavors: with or without bubbles, with or without citrus, or both. It’s clever and fun. The menu changes weekly. Adventurous drinkers will love the perfectly balanced Honeymoon or the silky Mizuwari, featuring Scottish whisky, genmaicha tea, and vanilla soy sauce.

Chic nibbles: New! The bar now offers weekly menus that change every Wednesday. For aperitif lovers, a concise selection of delicious spreads is available, perfect for dipping into hummus, tapenade, or a spicy muhammara.

The Honey Moon, 15 rue Saint-Sabin. Open Wednesday to Monday from 6 PM to 2 AM.

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This charming pocket-sized bar in Art nouveau style proudly displays its mirrors adorned with arabesques, its horseshoe-shaped counter, its 1900-style light fixtures, and a perfectly curated soundtrack. Behind the shaker, Remy Savage, the best mixologist of 2022, sets the tempo for a team (rocking Nike TN sneakers!) that is dedicated to ensuring guests have a great time. Too vintage? The basement offers a completely different vibe—darker, with plants hanging from the ceiling—where you can sip techno-enhanced versions of the six house cocktails.

Love Drinks : As you take a seat at the bar, a milkshake machine catches your eye… After some inquiries, you’ll find out it’s the magical tool used to make the Ramos (€13), a rare find in bars because it requires extensive shaking. It’s also one of the stars of the place, with its vanilla and smoky notes, an immaculate white hue, and a luscious foam on top. Bitterness takes center stage with the Jasmin (gin, Campari, and citrus), while Le Gustave, adorned with gold leaf and flower petals, is more delicate yet still surprising, with flavors of olive, chamomile, and agave.

Chic Nibbles : Here, you come to taste the crème de la crème of creative cocktails in an intimate setting (only 12 seats upstairs)... and that’s it! No food is served, so given the size of Bar Nouveau, it’s best to go for an early apéro… since they open at 4 p.m.!

Bar Nouveau, 5 rue des Haudriettes, Paris 3e. Open daily from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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