We thought the fashion for hide and seek had faded a little after the golden age of the 2010s (and that of Prohibition, of course). But no, the new Parisian cocktail bars are once again taking pleasure in hiding. It must be said that in addition to receiving customers who are only too happy to be in the know, speakeasies also represent a good opportunity to occupy windowless cellars where you cannot decently have people dine!
Haze
The old UC-61 has resurfaced, completely transformed. The 1940s submarine decor has given way to a sea of red velvet and carmine lacquer for a pretty cool Macanese slap vibe. All that remains is to try the cocktails!
Or ? 4 rue de l’Arc de Triomphe, Paris 17th
Fame
The first restaurant outside the USA of the American group Hogsalt, La Renommée plays the Balzacian Paris card to the fullest with a facade with gold lettering, fretwork woodwork and brasserie dishes. In the basement there is a bar as vaulted as it is velvety. On the antique pedestal tables, we sip a Martini, the advertised specialty of the house.
Or ? 95 rue Saint-Honoré, Paris 1st
Le Speakeasy du Gyozabar
Under this innocent Japanese ravioli counter hides a small, long wooden counter. On Fridays and Saturdays, you will be able to accompany gyozas from the floor above with classic twisted cocktails.
Or ? 56 Passage des Panoramas, Paris 2nd
