LAVINIA
Madeleine, Paris
Bar in Paris, France
Book with PearlWhy go
LAVINIA is worth choosing when the spend is going toward wine selection rather than nightlife atmosphere. The strongest signal is Star Wine List recognition, which makes it a sensible Paris stop for value-minded drinkers who want confidence before committing to a bottle or glass.
About LAVINIA
LAVINIA is a Paris venue open Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 8 PM, closed on Sunday, with a smart casual dress code. Its Star Wine List 2026 recognition is the main signal to note when deciding whether to include it in a Paris plan.
Assess LAVINIA by the details that matter most for planning: Star Wine List recognition and daytime-to-early-evening hours. For atmosphere, pricing, or a particular service style, check directly before you go.
Choose it for recognition and practical hours
LAVINIA's Star Wine List 2026 recognition is the clearest reason to keep it on a shortlist. That recognition is a useful trust signal; for specific bottles, pricing, staff guidance, or the shape of the experience, check directly before you go.
The hours also matter for planning. LAVINIA opens at 11 AM and closes at 8 PM from Monday to Saturday, with Sunday listed as closed. That makes it easier to place earlier in a Paris itinerary than venues built around late-night service.
For a broader Paris plan, compare LAVINIA against other options in our full Paris bars guide. If the day is built around dining instead, pair the decision with our full Paris restaurants guide; if the trip is hotel-led, check our full Paris hotels guide. Travellers can also scan other Paris coverage before deciding how much time to give this stop.
When to choose a different Paris venue
If your group needs a different format, compare LAVINIA with other venues rather than making assumptions. For a cocktail program, late-night energy, food menu, seating style, or price point, check directly before you go.
For alternatives, you might also compare LAVINIA with English Bar, Haze, Ives Bar, Le Marta, or Majestic Hôtel-Spa bar, depending on what kind of stop you want.
Quick reference: choose LAVINIA if its Star Wine List 2026 recognition, smart casual dress code, and Monday-to-Saturday 11 AM to 8 PM schedule fit your plan; choose another venue if you need a cocktail program, late-night service, food menu, seating style, or clear price point.
Planning details
- Location
- 22 Av. Victor Hugo, 75116 Paris, France
- Website
- lavinia.com/fr-fr
- Phone
- +33 1 42 97 20 20
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Lavinia sits quietly within the refined, Haussmann-lined streets of the 16th arrondissement, projecting the discreet authority of a serious wine institution. The shop’s tone is classic and measured rather than loud or trendy; its presence is woven into a residential neighbourhood full of long‑standing boulangeries and corner shops. The space reads as a destination for shoppers who prize depth and provenance: comprehensive shelves rather than a curated chalkboard of natural curiosities. Overall, Lavinia feels like a grown‑up wine emporium — assured, composed and geared toward thoughtful selection rather than spectacle.
Best For
This is a place for people who take wine selection seriously. Lavinia suits collectors hunting specific appellations and vintages, residents stocking household cellars, and informed browsers who want access to a broad cross‑section of French regions and international labels. It also works well for visitors who seek an authoritative Parisian wine resource rather than a neighborhood tasting bar. The shop’s scale and scope make it a practical stop for gift shopping, cellar building and comparative browsing across Burgundy, Bordeaux, the Rhône, Alsace and Champagne.
Ordering Tips
Treat Lavinia as a resource: arrive with a sense of what you’re after — an appellation, vintage or stylistic preference — and expect knowledgeable staff to help narrow options within its extensive inventory. Browsers benefit from allowing time to move through the shelves rather than rushing; collectors can enquire about specific vintages or allocations. Because the store positions itself as a comprehensive aggregator, ask about regional comparisons and provenance when choosing bottles. If you prefer a particular budget range, mention it up front to focus recommendations within Lavinia’s wide selection.
Venue details
Ambiance
Modern and contemporary with warm lighting, pleasantly not too noisy, and a relaxed atmosphere overlooking spirits displays.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 22 Av. Victor Hugo, 75116 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- English Bar, Notable alternative
- Majestic Hôtel-Spa bar, Notable alternative
- Haze, Notable alternative
- Ives Bar, Notable alternative
- Le Marta, Notable alternative
Bar context
English Bar and Majestic Hôtel-Spa bar are better fits if the priority is hotel-bar polish and a more classic sit-down drink. LAVINIA is the stronger call when value means wine choice and confidence rather than service ceremony or a luxury-room feel.
Haze and Ives Bar make more sense for readers who want a bar-led evening with mood and social energy. Choose LAVINIA instead if the round is mainly about what is in the glass and the group would rather compare wine than settle into a cocktail room.
Le Marta is the better cross-shop for a more scene-driven Paris night. LAVINIA is easier to justify for a quieter, value-conscious wine stop, especially when the goal is avoiding a vague by-the-glass choice and putting spend toward a recognised wine program.
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Compare LAVINIA
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| LAVINIA | Paris | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| English Bar | Paris | No published awards |
| Majestic Hôtel-Spa bar | Paris | No published awards |
| Haze | Paris | No published awards |
| Ives Bar | Paris | No published awards |
| Le Marta | Paris | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to LAVINIA?
The best time depends on your itinerary. LAVINIA is open from 11 AM to 8 PM Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday.
Is LAVINIA open late?
No. LAVINIA closes at 8 PM Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday.
What is LAVINIA known for?
LAVINIA is known for its Star Wine List 2026 recognition in Paris.
