Top Wine Bars in Paris

A natural wine bar in the Oberkampf neighborhood, the no-reservation spot is for the casual wine drinker with a penchant for unusual wines. The spot is unpretentious and well-priced, a fan-favorite location to meet up with friends for a quick chat over a bottle of wine mid-day or late at night.

The spot combines two of the best things in the world -- ice cream and wine. Whether it is on a hot summer's day or just for the sweet tooth cravings, Folderol is the spot for all your guilty pleasures. While a combined wine bar and artisanal ice cream parlor are not the first to come to mind, Folderol has found a niche for itself. Tourists and locals alike flock to the red-framed storefront sitting on the Parisian curbs to eat their ice cream from steel coupes while sipping on their natural wines. Open only in the summer, one must wait for the hotter months to give it a try.

Natural wines are not only in abundance at this spot but so are creatively crafted seasonal cocktails using wines as a base. The inventive bar is dominated by its renowned list of quality cocktails and wines led by Joshua Fontaine. Situated in the heart of the Marais, enjoy the ultra-relaxed atmosphere with a side of good wine and oysters.

Good music, good drinks -- what else can you ask for? Mishmish is a must-try wine and vinyl bar. Dimly lit in pink neon, the bar can be seen with a glowing tint from the outside. Known to be an industry spot, this is not a bar to miss.

Early June requires early queues if you want a chance to be seated before rush hour. Before it even opens at 6 p.m., locals and tourists have already made their way to the calm street near Canal Saint Martin for a chance to enjoy contemporary cuisine by traveling chefs who take over the kitchen for a one-off residency. The main focus is for food and wine lovers who enjoy small tasting plates and wine pairing fit for a specific season.

A modern standing tapas and wine bar, Avant Comptoir de la Terre is the original creation from chef Yves Camdeborde. Meant to preserve the original brasserie feeling, the bar is lined with a broad selection of natural wines and a menu of 60-70 small plates which are created from local ingredients.

A small hole in the wall, this spot features is a casual and easy spot. A neighborhood favorite, the unassuming bar serves charcuterie with French wines from almost every region around the country. In the evening, wine drinks flow onto the street engulfed in conversations with one an other. This bar often brings in a loyal group of young wine connoisseurs.

Le Barav is the neighborhood spot for natural wine, located in the heart of the Marais. This no-frills bar is the meeting point for both new and old friends to meet over a bottle of wine. It is a friendly spot to dive into wine tasting, whether you're a connoisseur or just want to sample the selections.

This cozy and hip contemporary wine bar is a "cave gourmand" that serves a quality selection of wines and plates in tapas style. The relaxed atmosphere makes the Saint-Germain-des-Prés bar fit for any occasion. Those who have been rave about their exquisite champagne selection, great for celebrations or just a typical Wednesday night in Paris.

A buzzy destination that is known to attract casual wine drinkers who enjoy the experience of drinking straight French wines from barrel spigots, Le Baron Rouge has no time to be pretentious. High-quality local vintages in wine barrels are stacked from floor to ceiling. The bar also a neighborhood favorite for oysters and charcuterie to go with the wines.

While some may come to Liquiderie for its wide (and great) selection of beers, the Belleville district bar is also known for its impressionable wine list. Considered to be a rare find in Paris, the bar features 20 taps and more than 600 bottles at the ready.

Just around the corner from Septime (the restaurant) is its sister wine shop and bar. An unassuming wooden entrance and stripped-back interiors highlight the wines available to drink. The focused wine list features those that are made with traditional winemaking techniques. The wines tend to be from smaller producers and more biodynamic. Reasonably priced, the bar is considered one of the best contemporary wine spots in the city, much like its restaurant.