This hole in the wall bar on a quiet side street off of rue de Lancry deserves a little detour…read more It's barely the size of someone's living room but what it lacks in size it packs in coziness and an intimate neighborhoody vibe. We stopped in by chance a few weeks ago while searching for a comfortable place to watch a World Cup match with a toddler in tow. Le Play caught our eye with its large Happy Hours sign on the outside and a fun interior with two large screens and literally no one (but the barman) inside. We settled into a spacious couch and ordered some drinks. I ordered a Vodka Martini even though it wasn't on the menu (when will I learn?!) and despite asking for barley a drop of Vermouth it was way too heavy on the Vermouth than I like, but I don't fault the barman as he was clearly doing his best to please and the serving was generous enough to last the whole match. There are many more cocktails to try and a great list of beers as well. While it's certainly not your hipster bar, I totally dug the vibe and friendliness of the staff and off the beaten path location and would gladly go back, even without a game going on.

I didn't think I would find a good beer bar in Paris but then I accidentally stumbled upon BrewDog…read morewhen visiting near Notre-Dame Cathedral. The neighborhood was not where I expected a BrewDog to be located so it actually "classed up" the experience for me a bit as I wandered through some very old and beautiful streets with amazing smells and high end stores in order to get there. I was there solo during a slow Friday afternoon so the staff was very friendly and very attentive to me. I had a very unique pizza influenced by the Elvis Juice grapefruit IPA which had a tasty citrus and strawberry dressing on top. I expected typical bar pizza but this was surprisingly good and exceeded my expectations. The beer itself is all over the place with any style and novel attempt you could imagine to help appeal to everyone. In addition to some of their staple ales and the Elvis Juice I really enjoyed the sweet Tiramisu Crew imperial stout. As the sun set and the end of day and end of week crowd starting showing up it got borderline rowdy. I mean, people yelling across the bar to their friends, running around outside like children. Depending on what time you're there, I now realize the "please be quiet and respect our neighbors" sign may also be a warning about the nightlife you'll find on your way in...

It pains me to give a Brewdog location less than 4 stars, as there are so many I really love. But…read moresometimes the vibe and food options outside the UK are more on the miss side. Unfortunately, that was my experience in Paris. Now, I will say, it's still Brewdog--the beers are great and so were the staff. But there were literally only two vegan options on the menu, and I went there on their meatless Monday! On that day, it was BOGO for plant-based fare, but with there being so few options my partner and just ended up getting two pizzas. To add fuel the flame, the pizza (the Rocket pizza) was heavy on mushrooms, which aren't really my thing. So 5 stars for the beer, but 3 stars for the food (which in our case that night, was important.)

THE VIBES IMMACULATE…read more Stumbled upon this spot after walking around the Eiffel Tower. Service was TOP. Cocktails, so YUMMY!! I enjoy my time and would MOST DEF go back when I return to Paris!

The hubby and I wanted cocktails in a dark, cozy place and found Gatsby during an online search…read more We made reservations and were seating in a curved booth by the bar. The servers were super friendly and recommended drinks based on our tastes. I thought the prices were right in line with what I'd pay back home in the states. They were strong and delicious. The nuts they served were flavorful too. I loved the ambiance and seating inside. It allowed for intimate conversations while also providing a lively experience around you.

Awesome location on the Seine. Fair beer prices, lots of outdoor seating with two foosball tables…read moreand some loungey chairs with blankets. Very funky indoor area as well - dark and moody. My husband said the IPA is one of the best he's ever had.

Great little bar by the river. Good service. Fair prices on drinks. The IPA was great. Has a cool…read morecavernous feel inside.

We wanted to celebrate my brother's 30th birthday with a special dinner, and I love the view from…read moreBonnie's at the S/O Hotel. We emailed to make a reservation for the terrace, and although we thought it was confirmed, it turned out it wasn't. Upon arrival, the hostess advised us to go upstairs since they had no record of our reservation. It wasn't busy at 7:30 pm, so we were hopeful. However, the host upstairs seemed to be on a power trip. When we explained our situation, he dismissively said he would decide whether we could stay, and when he finally gave us a table, he condescendingly asked, "Happy now?" Fortunately, our server was amazing and helped improve our mood. The cocktails and food were enjoyable, but the view was the real star of the show. As we were leaving and dancing to the music, the same host walked by and sarcastically remarked, "Wow." I'm not sure if being judgmental is part of their brand persona, but it was a significant turn-off for an otherwise memorable evening.

After hours of searching online for the best restaurant. I came here to celebrate my friend's…read morebirthday and it was the perfect. My group did not have the most advanced palate so it was nice that the menu had options for everyone while still having authentic French cuisine. The staff were incredible throughout the whole experience. From the hostess down at the hotel lobby to our waitress, everyone was so nice and professional. We were given the option of indoor or outdoor seating. The view was beautiful and we would've loved to sit outside, but it was a little too chilly that night. However the restaurant did give out blankets to the patrons sitting outside which was a nice touch. Everything we ordered was fantastic. I couldn't get enough of the goat cheese dish. I would've never thought to caramelize eggplant, and now I'm forever changed. I'm not huge steak fan, but it felt right to get steak and fries while in Paris. It did not disappoint. The steak was cooked well and the fries were delicious. I got the cheesecake for dessert and it was honestly the best cheesecake I've ever had. So creamy and the perfect portion. Bonnie is a wonderful restaurant that embodies upscale dining. I recommend if you're looking for a nicer dining experience with a beautiful view of the city.

Interesting place for a drink. The service staff and bar tender in very hard working and try hard…read moreto keep up with all the patrons. Drinks were nice and the feel was quaint.

Drinks were well crafted, delicious and strong. The vibe as a whole was great and the ambience of…read morethe cocktail place was hip with an elevated feel. Make sure you sit upstairs though. The downstairs space seemed very cold in comparison. Highly recommend.

We were in the area because we came to see the 11:30 PM show at Moulin Rouge, and we were excited…read moreto try this place! We didn't make reservations ahead of time because we were dealing with some train troubles and weren't sure what time we'd arrive. There was already a line when we got there, but thankfully, it was worth the wait! Luckily, we only had to wait about 15 minutes, but I did notice that some people who arrived after us were turned away, so I'd recommend coming early and making reservations if you can. The prices were inexpensive, which was a nice surprise. Just keep in mind that they do take their time with the food, and it took a while for our dishes to come out. If you have somewhere you need to be at a specific time, I'd definitely let the staff know beforehand. We sat outside, and the ambiance was really nice and made for a pleasant experience. Now, let's talk about the onion soup! It was SO good. We were actually pretty full after the soup alone because it was very hearty! We absolutely love French onion soup, and this was our first time having it in Paris, so we were really excited to try it. The broth was seasoned so well and had so much flavor that I wanted to drink it! We loved it so much that when we had French onion soup at another place the next day, it was honestly pretty mid in comparison. We actually found ourselves specifically craving this one again! Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely come back, especially for that onion soup!

Fun bar with DIRT CHEAP happy hour! Only 2.50€ for a pint of beer or glass of wine from 6-9pm! In…read moreParis? Say no more - I'm already there!! (after 9, a pint is 5€ which is more than reasonable for Paris). This place was super cute! It's somewhat small and fills up quickly. We arrived around 7:45 and most of the tables had already been taken up by a reservation or earlier arrivers. Not a big deal - we found an area with a counter top to stand by and some chairs to put our coats down on. At first I thought as like oh no, there's nowhere left to sit. (When ur 30, having a place to sit at a bar is kind of a big deal.) But, it really honestly didn't end up bothering me that we were standing most of the time, and I think we actually had more fun that way. Oh, and for those who like dancing, there's a downstairs area with a dance floor! The bar itself is awesome - there's a foosball table ("baby foot"), a big screen (which wasn't on when we arrived), and the layout of the bar is quite favorable to mingling. Let's talk about the bartender/possible owner? One of the bartenders (who I suspect could be the owner) is an adorable older lady! A cool grandma working at a bar? Oh heck yea. She is just the best. It was just after 9pm when we tried to order another round and happy hour had just finished but she's like ok guys "I'll extend it to another 15 minutes for happy hour". Wait, what? What bar in Paris have u ever been to where they extend happy hour?? Just straight up awesome! And a 2.50€ a pint happy hour? I cannot sing the praises any more. Careful though - one of us ordered a Picon and that was 5€, double the price. Another cool thing about this bar is that u can totally bring food - snacks, a sandwich, a pizza - whatever. If u forget to grab something, there's both a pizzeria and a burger/kebab fast-food type of place right next door. This bar is ideally located near Belleville and on rue Saint maur, across the street from Le dude. It's also minutes away from Le cafe Cheri, which is a fun place to head to after. This could also be an ideal place to stop by after grabbing dumplings in Belleville. Updated to add: come here ASAP! This is just so legit. The owner (the older grandma named Marie) is just so freaking adorable. She really makes u feel welcome and at home. So we made a reservation by phone and she made a point of coming and presenting herself to the person who made the phone reservation. And it was my bday and she sought me out and was like "are u the bday girl?" And gave me and my BF delicious shots on the house. I wanna adopt her. Can I have her? Please? Also she is the sweetest - she set up the whole downstairs area for us (which we didn't end up using as we preferred to stay upstairs) and she wasn't even mad after setting up all those chairs for nothing. You can order delicious Italian pizza next door and eat at the bar - no questions asked. Heck, Marie is doing it too! Haha LOVE THIS PLACE

Starting this off with some helpful info: I did feel pretty old here I'm 37 and was the oldest by…read moreat least a decade once 10pm rolled around. It was loud (really loved the music, though). That is not a negative at all, just something to keep in mind, depending on what kind of atmosphere you're after! That being said, the bartenders and barbacks were amazing. They went above and beyond and were the best part of this place. They made sure we found a spot instead of leaving us to figure it out and provided quick service. Isadora has a very cool, grunge-y vibe. It is dark, there is a neon sign of a cross, real candles with puddles of wax. The menus are SO interesting: little notebooks with drinks in the first few pages and notes from customers in the rest. The drinks themselves were pretty good but not AMAZING, which is why I didn't leave 5 stars.

The vibes were great. Drinks were amazing. Staff was very kind, spoke English which was very…read morehelpful for non French speaking Americans like myself. If you're in Paris, this is the place to go to