In Paris's 3rd arrondissement, L’Épicier takes trompe-l'œil far beyond a simple retro décor: from the street, you enter a fake neighbourhood grocery shop. The passage to the bar is hidden among the shelves, and working out how to open it is part of the experience.
What is behind the grocery shop?
Once the passage has been found, you enter an Eastern-inspired bar whose menu combines signature cocktails and sharing plates. The atmosphere deliberately contrasts with the façade: the appeal lies as much in the staging of the entrance as in the evening itself.
Do you need to know the secret before visiting?
Not necessarily. The most enjoyable option is to look for the mechanism that opens the bar yourself, rather than being shown the entrance immediately.
Good to know in 2026: L’Épicier is at 24 rue Notre-Dame-de-Nazareth, Paris 3rd. The venue is small; arriving early may reduce waiting times on the busiest evenings.
