The Ultimate Pub Crawl: A Guide to Irish and British Bars in Paris
Discover the best Irish and British pubs in Paris, from authentic Guinness pours to live folk music and real ales. A local's guide to the city's most genuine UK-style bars.
Best Irish Pub in Paris
When you think of an Irish pub, a social hub rooted in community, music, and honest conversation, often centered around whiskey, beer, and a welcoming atmosphere. Also known as Irish bar, it’s not just a place to drink—it’s where strangers become friends over a pint, and the noise isn’t loud, it’s lively. In Paris, finding the real thing isn’t about finding leprechauns or shamrock-shaped coasters. It’s about spotting the place where the bartender remembers your name, the playlist mixes U2 with traditional folk, and the air smells like wet wool, roasted peanuts, and old wood.
What makes an Irish pub in Paris stand out isn’t the neon sign or the imported Guinness. It’s the pub culture—the kind where time slows down, no one checks their phone, and the conversation flows like the stout. The best ones have lived-in corners, mismatched chairs, and a landlord who doesn’t rush you out. They’re not trying to be tourist attractions. They’re just there, quietly doing what Irish pubs do best: making you feel like you belong, even if you’ve never set foot in Dublin.
And it’s not just about the drinks. The Paris nightlife scene is full of flashy clubs and rooftop bars, but the real soul hides in these tucked-away corners. You’ll find expats from Galway, students from Cork, and Parisians who’ve been coming here for years. You’ll hear laughter that turns into singing. You’ll see someone pull out a fiddle after closing time and play until the barkeep says, "Enough." That’s the magic. That’s what separates the copycats from the real ones.
Some places try too hard—live bands playing "Danny Boy" on loop, menus with "Irish stew" that tastes like canned beans. The best ones don’t need the gimmicks. They have good beer, a proper fire in winter, and a sense of history written in the scratches on the bar. They’re the ones locals whisper about. The ones you stumble into after a long day walking the Seine, and suddenly, you’re not lost anymore.
You won’t find a single "#1" Irish pub in Paris. But you’ll find a few that feel like home. And that’s what matters. Below, you’ll see real stories from people who’ve been there—not the ads, not the influencers, but the ones who know where the quiet corner is, who the regulars are, and when the jukebox actually plays something worth listening to.
