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    Ici Même, Bar in Paris
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    Star Wine List 2026

    Ici Même

    12th Arrondissement, Paris

    Bar in Paris, France

    Why go

    Book Ici Même if the group wants a wine-led Paris evening without turning it into a formal occasion. The 2026 Star Wine List recognition is the reason to take it seriously; the better use case is four people early in the evening, not a large celebration that needs confirmed private-space logistics.

    About Ici Même

    Ici Même is a Paris venue with published hours, a casual dress code, and Star Wine List recognition for 2026. That makes it worth considering when the plan calls for a relaxed stop with a wine-related signal, though it is best not to assume a specific menu, format, price point, room style, or booking setup without checking ahead.

    The recommendation should stay practical rather than overbuilt. Choose Ici Même when the group wants a casual Paris option and the opening hours fit the day's plan. The Star Wine List recognition is the clearest external signal, while current food, drink, and reservation details should be checked directly with the venue before making firm plans.

    Why it works better as a repeat Paris pick than a first-night showpiece

    For someone who already knows Paris well, the appeal is category fit rather than a long list of special features. Ici Même has casual dress and broad opening hours across much of the week, which can make it easier to slot into a flexible itinerary than a venue that requires a more formal plan.

    Rather than arriving with expectations around a specific dish, chef angle, room count, price point, or service format, keep the plan flexible. Use the hours and casual dress code as the planning anchors, then check directly for the current food, drink, and reservation details before going.

    Group suitability: good for flexible plans, less certain for a large-plan night

    The group case should be treated cautiously. Ici Même may suit a relaxed meet-up, but details such as private rooms, seat counts, booking policies, and minimum spends should be confirmed directly. For a celebration where timing, seating, and budget need to be locked down, confirm those details with the venue before relying on it.

    Timing is the most useful planning detail. Tuesday through Saturday offer the broadest operating window, from 10:30 AM to midnight. Sunday runs from 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM, while Monday is evening only, from 5 PM to 10 PM. Those hours make it easier to compare across different days, but they do not indicate crowd levels or availability.

    If the Paris plan is wider than one stop, use the city guides to keep the night coherent rather than hopping randomly: Our full Paris bars guide, Our full Paris restaurants guide, Our full Paris hotels guide, Our full Paris wineries guide, and Our full Paris experiences guide. For comparison within a broader shortlist, consider other named options such as Bluebird, Fréquence, Le Baron Rouge, Le Train Bleu, and Rencontres, while checking each venue's current details directly.

    The takeThis bar is best for guests who come to Paris specifically to explore wine or to deepen their understanding of natural and biodynamic producers. It works well for people who appreciate a curated list that still includes conventional benchmarks — think Champagne or Burgundy alongside skin-contact and low-intervention bottles. Because the program signals cellar investment and pours from magnums in earnest, Ici Même also suits small celebratory groups and anyone looking for a wine-focused destination evening rather than a quick neighborhood stop.
    Venue detailsWheelchair Accessible
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Recognition and awards1 source
    Also considerAlternatives

    Planning details

    Location
    68 Rue de Charenton, 75012 Paris, France
    Website
    ici-meme.com
    Phone
    +33 1 43 40 00 99
    Bar contextParis, France
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Ici Même reads as a purpose-built wine bar that prizes depth over trend-chasing. It opens in 2014 and now occupies a clear place in Paris’s natural-wine conversation, trading the shorthand of novelty for a carefully curated cellar. The selection leans toward biodynamic and low-intervention producers while leaving room for classic references such as Champagne and Burgundy, which gives the program both rigor and balance. The presence of magnums and an explicitly discussed “cellar logic” telegraphs a serious, considered approach: this is a place for deliberate tasting and an evening centered on wine.

    Best For

    This bar is best for guests who come to Paris specifically to explore wine or to deepen their understanding of natural and biodynamic producers. It works well for people who appreciate a curated list that still includes conventional benchmarks — think Champagne or Burgundy alongside skin-contact and low-intervention bottles. Because the program signals cellar investment and pours from magnums in earnest, Ici Même also suits small celebratory groups and anyone looking for a wine-focused destination evening rather than a quick neighborhood stop.

    Ordering Tips

    Lean on the wine-by-the-glass program to sample the bar’s range: the description flags that glasses are the practical engine of the operation, so starting with several different pours is a smart way to explore the cellar. Don’t miss magnums — they’re highlighted as meaningful inventory rather than mere display, so ask staff about magnum pours for groups or celebratory moments. Because the list mixes biodynamic and conventional bottles, ask for a pairing or a classic reference if you want a familiar anchor alongside more experimental selections.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Relaxed and comfortable neighborhood atmosphere with indoor seating for quieter vibes and a lively terrace despite street noise, comfortable for locals enjoying aperitifs.

    Tags

    Vibe

    CozyTrendyIntimate

    Best For

    Casual HangoutAfter Work

    Experience

    Standalone

    Format

    Communal TablesOutdoor TerraceSeated Bar

    View

    Street Scene

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair Accessible

    At the Bar

    Bar Category
    Wine Bar
    Late Night
    Closes by Midnight
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    68 Rue de Charenton, 75012 Paris, France
    Planning details

    Location

    68 Rue de Charenton, 75012 Paris, France · Directions

    +33 1 43 40 00 99

    ici-meme.com

    Recognition and awards
    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Rencontres, Notable alternative
    • Le Baron Rouge, Notable alternative
    • Le Train Bleu, Notable alternative
    • Bluebird, Notable alternative
    • Fréquence, Notable alternative
    Bar context

    How it compares with nearby Paris options

    Against Rencontres, Ici Même is the more practical pick when the decision is about a relaxed wine-led group plan rather than chasing a higher-drama reservation. Rencontres is the better cross-shop if the group wants a more deliberate date-night or small-table feel; Ici Même makes more sense when four people need something easier to organize.

    Le Baron Rouge is the sharper alternative for drinkers who want a more classic Paris wine-bar mood. Ici Même is better when the group wants a calmer plan around a recognized wine list. Le Train Bleu is the choice for occasion and setting, but it is less useful if the priority is a flexible bar-style evening.

    For a night built around cocktails or music-adjacent energy, compare Bluebird and Fréquence instead. Ici Même is the cleaner recommendation for a wine-first group in the 12th; Bluebird and Fréquence are better fallbacks when the group cares more about the bar atmosphere than the wine list.

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    Ici Même Paris and similar venues
    VenueLocationAwards
    Ici MêmeParis
    Star Wine Lists 2026
    RencontresParisNo published awards
    Le Baron RougeParisNo published awards
    Le Train BleuParisNo published awards
    BluebirdParisNo published awards
    FréquenceParisNo published awards

    How Ici Même Paris compares with similar nearby venues.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Ici Même good for groups?

    Ici Même may work for a casual group plan in Paris. If the plan depends on a larger party, fixed timing, or specific seating, confirm directly with the venue first.

    What's the best time to go to Ici Même?

    Tuesday through Saturday provide the widest opening window, from 10:30 AM until midnight. Sunday is shorter, from 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM, and Monday is evening only, from 5 PM to 10 PM.

    Is Ici Même open late?

    Yes, on Tuesday through Saturday it is open until midnight. Monday closes at 10 PM, and Sunday closes at 7:30 PM.

    What is Ici Même known for?

    The clearest recognition is Star Wine List recognition for 2026. The venue also has a casual dress code and published hours across the week.