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Candelaria — Paris

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Essential Information
Today15:00 - 02:00
Address
52 Rue de Saintonge, Paris, 75003
No Reservations
Walk-ins
Price Range
$$
Happy Hour
Available

Taco Tuesday special: 3 tacos for €11

About

Candelaria is a unique taqueria and cocktail bar hidden in the heart of the Marais, Paris. This dual-concept venue offers authentic Mexican tacos in the front taqueria, while a secret speakeasy-style cocktail lounge awaits behind a hidden door. The bar is renowned for its creative and expertly crafted cocktails, complemented by a casual dining experience featuring delicious tacos including birria, carnitas, lengua, and tinga. With a vibrant atmosphere and friendly staff, Candelaria has become a beloved destination for both locals and visitors seeking exceptional drinks and authentic Mexican flavors. The intimate space creates a lively, infectious energy perfect for casual gatherings. Special promotions like Taco Tuesday offer great value, with frozen margaritas being a particular highlight. Whether you're stopping by for quick tacos or settling in for an evening of craft cocktails, Candelaria delivers a memorable experience in one of Paris's most charming neighborhoods.

Ambiance & Features

Intimate speakeasy-style cocktail lounge with a vibrant, energetic atmosphere. The hidden bar behind the taqueria creates an exclusive, discovery-driven experience with good vibes and infectious energy from friendly staff.

Atmosphere

Intimate
Speakeasy
Vibrant
Hidden
Energetic
Casual
Lively

Noise Level

Moderate to Lively

Lighting

Dim

Features

Hidden entrance
Speakeasy concept
Taqueria front
Craft cocktails
Mexican food
Frozen margaritas
Small intimate space
Dual concept venue
Our Ratings
8.1
/10

Overall Score

Our BCG weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

8.5

Service

8.0

Ambiance

8.5

Value

7.5

Accessibility

5.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Frequently Asked Questions(7)

Candelaria does not take reservations. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis.

Candelaria is open 7 days a week. Friday: 12:00–02:00. Monday: 15:00–02:00. Sunday: 12:00–02:00. Tuesday: 15:00–02:00. Saturday: 12:00–02:00. Thursday: 15:00–02:00. Wednesday: 15:00–02:00.

Yes, Candelaria offers a happy hour. Taco Tuesday special: 3 tacos for €11

Candelaria is known for: Authentic Mexican tacos including birria, carnitas, lengua, and tinga. Quesebirrias and guacamole available. Frozen margaritas are highly recommended.

Candelaria is located in the Le Marais neighborhood of Paris. The full address is 52 Rue de Saintonge, Paris.

Candelaria is moderately priced, offering good value for quality cocktails. The price range is $$.

The dress code at Candelaria is Casual.

Good to Know

Happy Hour

Taco Tuesday special: 3 tacos for €11

Food & Menu

✓ Food menu available

Mexican
Tacos
Birria
Quesadillas

Authentic Mexican tacos including birria, carnitas, lengua, and tinga. Quesebirrias and guacamole available. Frozen margaritas are highly recommended.

Events & Classes

Taco Tuesday

Special pricing: 3 tacos for €11

What People Say

Overall Sentiment:

positive

Guests Love

  • •Creative and expertly crafted cocktails
  • •Delicious authentic Mexican tacos, particularly birria, carnitas, and tinga
  • •Phenomenal atmosphere with infectious good vibes from friendly staff
  • •Excellent frozen margaritas
  • •Great value on Taco Tuesday (3 tacos for €11)
  • •Unique speakeasy concept with hidden cocktail lounge

Other Considerations

  • •Long wait times for seating (30+ minutes reported)
  • •Confusion between taqueria and cocktail lounge areas with different menus
  • •Tacos must be ordered in pairs, not individually
  • •Some inconsistency in food quality (salsa and certain taco varieties)

Location

52 Rue de Saintonge, Paris, FR

Directions

48.862983, 2.364031

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