Le Dauphin
11th arrondissement, Paris
Bar in Paris, France
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Price
$30–50per person
Why go
Le Dauphin works for a compact Paris night out in the 11th, especially for two to four people who want a relaxed bar-restaurant setting. It is less convincing for larger celebrations or formal business meals where seating, spend, and pacing need to be predictable.
About Le Dauphin
Le Dauphin is a Paris venue with opening hours that support limited Tuesday-to-Friday midday visits and late evening plans. It is closed on Monday and Sunday, opens Tuesday to Friday from 12:30 PM to 2 PM and again from 7 PM to 1 AM, and opens Saturday from 7 PM to 1 AM.
It is a practical choice for a Paris outing when you want flexibility around a midday or late-night schedule. The dress code is smart casual, which gives a clearer planning cue than making assumptions about the setting or occasion type.
Consider it when the hours fit your plan
Le Dauphin is an option to consider when you need a Paris venue with a late evening window. The dress code is smart casual, which gives a clearer planning cue than assumptions about the setting or occasion type.
Compare it with Our full Paris bars guide and Our full Paris restaurants guide if you need more context before deciding. You can also cross-shop Le Dauphin with Cadence Paris, Chambre Noire, La Cave du Daron, Liquiderie, and Pétard.
Who should cross-shop before committing
If your plans depend on a specific cuisine, tasting format, price point, seating arrangement, terrace, dietary accommodation, or private-event setup, confirm those details directly before committing.
Verdict: consider Le Dauphin for Paris plans that fit its hours and smart-casual dress code. Cross-shop before committing if the occasion requires more specific details.
Planning details
- Location
- 131 Ave Parmentier, 75011 Paris, France
- Website
- restaurantledauphin.net
- Phone
- +33 1 55 28 78 88
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Le Dauphin reads like a neighborhood bar that understands the 11th arrondissement’s relaxed, unpretentious drinking culture. Planted on Avenue Parmentier, it sits among a dense cluster of natural-wine addresses and chef-run counters, and it balances credibility with approachability. The writing frames it as credentialed enough to attract people who follow producers and chefs, yet informal enough that a single table suits both short after-work stops and longer, food-led sessions. The overall impression is local and welcoming rather than formal or ostentatious, making it a comfortable fit within the corridor’s fluid evening circuit.
Best For
This is a place built for evenings in the 11th: a quick post-work glass or a longer session that includes small plates. The street’s concentration of serious wine and cocktail spots encourages moving between venues, so Le Dauphin functions well as either a starting point or one stop in a longer night out. It appeals to diners who value producer-driven drinking and want a relaxed, neighborhood setting where the same table works whether you’re on a solo glass or lingering over food with friends.
Ordering Tips
Keep it simple: treat Le Dauphin as a spot for focused drinking and shareable, food-led moments. The copy highlights quick glasses and longer sessions anchored by food, so consider ordering a single glass to start and then adding a few small plates if you plan to stay. Because the avenue is part of a tight cluster of bars and canteens, you can also plan to hop between addresses—start here for credibility and approachability, then move on if you want to sample more of the neighbourhood.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed with excellent lighting, great music, and a rowdy non-traditional French vibe.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Great Music
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 131 Ave Parmentier, 75011 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Cave du Daron, Notable alternative
- Cadence Paris, Notable alternative
- Chambre Noire, Notable alternative
- Pétard, Notable alternative
- Liquiderie, Notable alternative
Bar context
How It Compares
Among Paris wine-bar options, Le Dauphin is the pick for a small, flexible evening rather than a tightly planned group meal. La Cave du Daron, Cadence Paris, and Chambre Noire are the first cross-shops if the main goal is a wine-focused night and the group wants to compare ambiance before choosing.
For booking ease, Le Dauphin is the safer call when the plan is casual and the party is small. If the group wants a more deliberate bar crawl or a venue that feels more purpose-built around drinks, compare Pétard and Liquiderie before committing. Without verified pricing across the set, value comes down to format: choose Le Dauphin for convenience and a compact room, not for a published deal or a predictable spend.
For four people, Le Dauphin can make sense if everyone is comfortable with a lively, smaller setting. For larger groups, start with La Cave du Daron, Cadence Paris, Chambre Noire, Pétard, or Liquiderie and choose based on the room that better matches the occasion.
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Compare Le Dauphin
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Le Dauphin | Paris | No published awards |
| La Cave du Daron | Paris | No published awards |
| Cadence Paris | Paris | No published awards |
| Chambre Noire | Paris | No published awards |
| Pétard | Paris | No published awards |
| Liquiderie | Paris | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Le Dauphin?
Le Dauphin is open Tuesday to Friday from 12:30 PM to 2 PM and 7 PM to 1 AM, and Saturday from 7 PM to 1 AM. It is closed on Monday and Sunday, so plan around those hours.
Does Le Dauphin have happy hour deals?
Does Le Dauphin have outdoor seating?
What is Le Dauphin known for?
Le Dauphin is known for its Paris location, opening hours, and smart-casual dress code.
