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Bar Hemingway — Paris

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Elegant bar interior with leather seating and nautical decor in Paris
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Essential Information
Today17:00 - 00:00
Address
38 Rue Cambon, Paris, 75001
Reservations
Walk-ins

Reservations recommended due to limited seating (only 26 seats available). Contact via phone +33 1 43 16 33 74 or email restauration@ritzparis.com. Walk-ins accepted but expect queues, especially near opening time at 5:00 PM.

Price Range
$$$$
About

Bar Hemingway, nestled within the legendary Ritz Paris on Rue Cambon, is an intimate cocktail bar steeped in literary history and Parisian elegance. This iconic venue, decorated with Ernest Hemingway memorabilia including photographs, books, and a vintage typewriter, offers just 26 seats in a cozy, sophisticated setting. The bar serves expertly crafted cocktails using premium ingredients, with signature drinks like El Matador showcasing exceptional balance and creativity. Guests enjoy complimentary snacks including crisps, mixed nuts, and olives throughout their visit. The attentive, professional service includes thoughtful touches such as presenting each lady with a fresh rose matched to her dress color. Open daily from 5:00 PM to midnight, Bar Hemingway provides an unforgettable experience combining world-class mixology with the timeless charm of one of Paris's most prestigious hotels. Whether you're a Hemingway enthusiast or simply seeking an exceptional cocktail in an intimate, literary-themed atmosphere, this legendary bar delivers an experience worthy of its storied reputation.

Ambiance & Features

Intimate, literary-themed cocktail bar with Ernest Hemingway memorabilia including photographs, books, vintage typewriter, and themed décor. Cozy seating at bar counter and small tables throughout. Well-lit space with no background music, creating a sophisticated, conversation-friendly atmosphere. Some tables face entrance curtain which occasionally opens to hotel lobby.

Atmosphere

Intimate
Literary
Sophisticated
Cozy
Historic
Elegant
Quiet

Noise Level

Low to moderate - no background music, conversation-focused

Lighting

Well-lit, bright enough for reading

Features

Complimentary snacks
Literary theme
Hotel bar
Intimate seating
Premium spirits
Creative cocktails
Rose presentation for ladies
Newspaper style menu
Hemingway memorabilia
Bookcase alcoves
Our Ratings
8.3
/10

Overall Score

Our BCG weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

9.0

Service

9.0

Ambiance

8.5

Value

7.0

Accessibility

5.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Located inside Ritz Paris hotel; accessibility details not specified in available data

Frequently Asked Questions(6)

Yes, Bar Hemingway accepts reservations. Reservations recommended due to limited seating (only 26 seats available). Contact via phone +33 1 43 16 33 74 or email restauration@ritzparis.com. Walk-ins accepted but expect queues, especially near opening time at 5:00 PM.

Bar Hemingway is open 7 days a week. Friday: 17:00–00:00. Monday: 17:00–00:00. Sunday: 17:00–00:00. Tuesday: 17:00–00:00. Saturday: 17:00–00:00. Thursday: 17:00–00:00. Wednesday: 17:00–00:00.

Bar Hemingway is known for: Creative cocktail menu designed in newspaper style with large variety. Signature drink El Matador highly recommended. Complimentary snacks include crisps, mixed nuts, and olives, replenished throughout visit. High-quality glassware, simple but fitting garnish and presentation.

Bar Hemingway is located in the Place Vendôme neighborhood of Paris. The full address is 38 Rue Cambon, Paris.

Bar Hemingway is high-end, featuring top-shelf spirits and an exclusive experience. The price range is $$$$.

The dress code at Bar Hemingway is Smart casual to elegant; aligns with Ritz Paris standards.

Good to Know

Food & Menu

✓ Food menu available

Bar snacks
Complimentary snacks

Creative cocktail menu designed in newspaper style with large variety. Signature drink El Matador highly recommended. Complimentary snacks include crisps, mixed nuts, and olives, replenished throughout visit. High-quality glassware, simple but fitting garnish and presentation.

What People Say

Overall Sentiment:

very positive

Guests Love

  • •Exceptional cocktail quality with excellent balance and premium ingredients
  • •Impeccable, attentive, and professional service with thoughtful touches like color-matched roses
  • •Intimate literary atmosphere with authentic Hemingway memorabilia and unique décor
  • •Complimentary snacks (crisps, nuts, olives) replenished throughout visit
  • •Cozy, sophisticated setting perfect for conversation and small groups
  • •Located in the legendary Ritz Paris hotel adding to the prestige

Other Considerations

  • •Extremely high prices at approximately $45-50 per cocktail
  • •Very limited seating with only 26 seats causing queues and wait times
  • •Some tables face entrance curtain which opens frequently, disrupting atmosphere with lobby light

Location

38 Rue Cambon, Paris, FR

Directions

48.868806, 2.327632

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Cocktail Menu

Signature Cocktails

House Specialties

El Matador

Signature cocktail with excellent balance and premium ingredients