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Le Chat Ivre

4.6 (19 reviews)
ModerateModern European, Wine Bars
Closed 6:30 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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La Buvette

La Buvette

(19 reviews)

€€

Chemin Vert/Richard Lenoir, 11ème

Loved finally making it to La Buvette on a recent trip to Paris. As a lover of natural wines, I had…read morethe book about this quaint spot written by their owner. Great small bites and an awesome selection of wines. Service was spectacular, too. Really loved the chill vibe! If we are back and in the 11th, I'm certain that we will stop back in!

There seems to be some confusion in the reviews about which establishment this is; there are two…read morerestaurants helmed by female chefs in Paris, one named simply "Buvette" (by the American chef Jody Williams; there is also a NYC outpost of the same name) and one called "La Buvette" (this is the correct page for the restaurant operated by Camille Fourmont). While I love NYC's Buvette, La Buvette is an entirely different sort of restaurant and is my NUMBER ONE recommendation for friends visiting Paris who enjoy natural wine/small plates/a slightly chaotic atmosphere. I make sure to come here as many times as I can whenever I visit Paris, and I've even gone to a La Buvette pop-up in NYC when the chef came last year. I'm definitely a La Buvette groupie. A buvette is a restaurant that sells wine to go and to drink in situ, along with a selection of small plates. While I hate the ubiquity of the term 'tapas' to describe dishes that are not quite entree-sized, you can think of La Buvette's dishes as basically tapas: smaller portions meant to be ordered in multiple and shared over a bottle of wine. The wine selection here is tightly curated and I've never had a glass that I disagreed with -- everything is pretty simpatico if you're into this style of wine, and the staff are quite helpful in steering you toward bottles you might enjoy. In past visits, I've often found myself ordering over half the menu, which is written on a mirror-board on the wall and changes daily. Everything is quite simple, made with excellent ingredients, and quite good. Note: this is not a full-service kitchen, so don't expect an elaborate dinner. Think of this as an appreciation of simplicity and purity of flavor, and you'll have a much better time than if you expect a 10-hour cassoulet or something. Get some cheeses and charcuterie, and absolutely get the big white beans with citrus zest. Savor the flavors. While I'd love for this to remain a hidden gem, the secret has definitely gotten out, and it's not really much of a "neighborhood" establishment anymore. Expect a line unless you get there quite early, and note that you won't have any privacy because the space is tiny, and you may end up drinking your wine standing by a tiny corner of the counter. To me, that's part of the charm, and Camille Fourmont has created quite a remarkable place that I find simply perfect. It's a must-visit in Paris!

Little Red Door - A red door that is not used to go through but should be

Little Red Door

(283 reviews)

€€

Marais Nord, 3ème

Quite the place, very unique in it's décor, cocktails and service. You might need to wait a bit for…read morea table, but unless it's raining, that's no problem. The cocktails are very fun, and they even have a few beers here if that's your thing. The servers speak fluent English, and it is popular with foreigners, but it's not a tourist trap by any means.

A friend recommended this place and Paris and the vibes are alluding, mysterious, and sexy. I found…read morea new drink I love I will try to make at home! So the little red door has a cute red door but the bouncer lets you in through another door (novelty observed haha). The man takes your jacket and umbrella (what a gentleman!) and sat us on the second floor. While the space between the couch and the seats were rather small, we were able to manage. I got the permaculture and resilience. The resilience is a club favorite and my favorite too! The way the sorghum, pineapple sage (syrup), pasquet cognac, and savanna rum all tied together was a blessing. I was going to get a third but I was tipsy by my second drink. My first drink was the permaculture and while I was considered it would be strong, it didn't seem strong to me. I love clarified dairy in alcohol so this was a win in my book. It consists of chestnut, butter, wakaze umeshu, avallen Calvados. The bar let's you stay for an hour but if you sit elsewhere, you can stay as long as you want. 5 stars and I hope to come back someday!

Lèche Vin - Le couvercle de la boîte de Pandore ;)

Lèche Vin

(43 reviews)

Bastille, 11ème

If you were to say you'd spent an evening in an old European dive bar, Lèche Vin is exactly what…read moreI'd picture. Well, apart from the pictures - but I'll get to that. The bar is long and narrow, with a spiral staircase at the end of it - the upstairs wasn't in use when we visited so I'm unsure if it opens or not. Like a lot of traditional French bars, Leché Vin doesn't open until the evening - but it's worth the wait. It's completely falling apart - the chairs are ripped and raggedy - but this all adds to its charm. As does the religious iconography plastering the walls - seriously, it's saints and popes everywhere you look. Until you go to the bathroom. Now, I like a nice clean bathroom - this however, is anything but. And not just because it wasn't particularly hygienic (it could totally do with a good scrub) - but because it is covered in hardcore pornography. I already knew about this, so I wasn't bothered, but it really amused me to watch the unsuspecting be enlightened! Oh, the toilet is a traditional European one - ie, basically a porcelain hole on the floor. The beer was dirt cheap, cold, and good. We had a great time and I wouldn't hesitate to come back here.

Of all the little bars in the Bastille, Le Leche Vin is one of my favorites…read more Down a beer surrounded by Catholic iconography that covers almost every square inch of the place - it's a not-so-subtle reminder that no matter how smashed you get, you will be forgiven. Or will you...? Venture into the bathroom for a leak, if you dare. What will grab your attention isn't so much the hole-in-the-ground "Turkish toilet" (complete with handle bars and skid pads if you're of the fairer sex that needs to squat). It's the complete opposite of what you see in the main room that awaits you in here. I'd tell you what it is, but that would simply ruin the mystique. Get thee to Le Leche Vin! It's a great place to have a beer, and to unload it...

Bubar - A perfect solo evening at Bubar.

Bubar

(38 reviews)

€€

Bastille, Marais, 4ème

My 500th review, dedicated to Bubar... This bar is magical…read more There's just something about this spot where you know so much has happened within these 4 walls over years and years. I fell in love with it a couple of weeks ago during my first trip to Paris, where I ended up visiting it not once but twice. It's a dive wine bar, but with so much character, in every nook and cranny. I had read reviews on both TripAdvisor and Yelp, albeit dated. There is no name listed on doorway so could be hard to miss, but something about the red lighting and energy just drew me in. (That and some trusty reviews online...) The first night was a little intimidating at first. A group of older gentlemen, all friends and all seemed to know the owner, were deep into conversation at the bar. However, as soon as I walked in, solo, that very owner, Jean-Loup (he made sure I captured the correct spelling, vs. some renditions in other reviews ;)) warmly greeted and welcomed me. From there on, it was bliss. For me personally it was a pivotal moment because just a few days prior to that, I was still a bit fearful about exploring the city solo with very little grasp of French, but that night, I felt brave and wandered by Bubar. So glad I did. Jean-Loup not only nailed a few wines for me that were all sheer perfection (there's a daunting list but disregard that and just tell him what you're in the mood for because he'll find something spot-on), but offered a small plate of nibbles, after asking if I preferred 'fruits or vegetables'...a sweet, personal touch. I enjoyed a wonderful night just respectfully observing his interactions with his buddies (clearly he is very adored here, and a local staple,) while he checked in on me regularly to ensure I was doing fine. Such an amazing evening. The following night I had to stop by again just to say goodbye. I simply won't be forgetting Jean-Loup and Bubar anytime soon. For anyone reading this who will be venturing into the bar, he mentioned he is not the most tech-savvy but was happy to hear he has so many positive reviews, and that I wanted to write a review (as the last one was from a year ago)...please let him know "Jennifer from Los Angeles" said hello, and mention this review. :) He's the absolute best.

Super eclectic magical bar. Off the beaten path and such such a gem. Sat at the inside bar and…read moretalked with the owner for a good hour. He took us on a tour glass by glass. Not a lot of French wine if that's what you're looking for, but a lot of wine from his travels all over the world. Place looks like a shrine to his life and travels, filled with music, wine and various souvenirs. Wonderful time.

Le Chanard

Le Chanard

(8 reviews)

€€€

4ème, Marais

As we had arrived in Paris in the late afternoon and were feeling a little jet lag, we checked in…read moreat 7 for an early dinner. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. It is a small nicely decorated restaurant with about 12 tables. The service was wonderful and the owner was nice to explain the day's offerings to us in English. They bring a blackboard to the table with the menu in French. Google translate is wonderful but his explanations helped us make our decisions. We started with a wonderful Trout Tartare and a Duck Heart Arugula Salad. We ordered a bottle of wine selected by the owner. Our main plates were Beef Cheeks with Vegetables and Stuffed Duck With Pasta. For dessert we shared a light Strawberry Chantilly Cake. By the time we left the restaurant was full. We thanked the owner and the chef (I believe it's his wife.) for a spectacular first meal in Paris. We'll be in Paris for a week and look forward to returning.

Le Chanard remains one of our favorite restaurants in Paris. It consistently surprises with the…read morequality of its meals and the overall dining experience. Lisa is an extraordinarily talented chef. inventive, sensitive, and deeply intuitive. Her understanding of cuts of meat, temperament of vegetables, combination of textures, tastes and flavors is consistently impressive. We have sampled a variety of her dishes and have never been disappointed. The experience hosted by Antoine in the front of the house has always been a perfect compliment to the delicious meals. The atmosphere is welcoming, comfortable and casual, yet professional, and Antoine's warmth and good humor -- not to mention the expertise he shares about the food and wine offerings -- is a great addition. Each visit to Le Chanard has been a treat and a real highlight of our trips to Paris. This restaurant deserves much more traffic and accolades, though we fear it becoming so popular that reservations will become difficult... Nonetheless, Le Chanard warrants all the attention it receives.

Le Chat Ivre - modern_european - Updated May 2026

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