Bar Hemingway

J Lin★★★★★★★★★★5.04 weeks ago

One of the highlights of my trip. I came on a whim after strolling through Place Vendome and realizing where I was. A tiny literary-themed bar in a luxury hotel? Say no more. The staff was very friendly and very engaged. Yes there was a queue but I expected it (there’s only room for about 30 people) and the ambience made up for the wait. The space felt both intimate and social. I was seated at an alcove by a small bookcase (the perfect spot for a solo guest). I highly suggest flipping through some of the books in this alcove if you’re seated here… there are hidden surprises. Martini was fantastic and frigid. The old fashioned was fine (could use a more unique approach). Snacks and food were great. People complaining about the tourists in some of the comments - surprise! it’s a hotel not sure what you expect. Definitely will return the next time I’m in Paris!

HA R★★★★★★★★★★4.04 weeks ago

We visited as part of a larger tour across time and space tracing Hemingways life from Paris to key west, Madrid to the south of France. Nyc and many other haunts. The drinks are excellent though quite pricey, $50 cocktails. The bar is part of the Ritz hotel (back entrance). The atmosphere is VERY cozy. Small bar, small space, though well lit. I'd suggest this for the experience or for a small business group where you want to speak closely together and you can expense the drinks. Over all, relatively classy, pricey, interesting, bright, cozy and professional. I'd visit again but I'd not pick this as a place to get half in the bag. Depending on your tolerance, a party of 3 could rack up a $1000 bar tab easy.

Dheepa Christopher★★★★★★★★★★5.03 weeks ago

Enough has been written about this bar nestled inside the Ritz on the legendary Rue Cambon. We queued up at around 4.50 pm as the bar opens at 5 pm. Service was non fussy, but consistently good. The drinks are potent as other reviews have mentioned. We had 8 cocktails amongst 3 of us and it left us super tipsy. Free flow chips and olives/ nuts was a great touch . Would definitely go again while in Paris . Its a vibe..

Dr. Gabriel J Martinez-Diaz, MD★★★★★★★★★★5.05 months ago

Bar Hemingway is the definition of a world-class cocktail experience—intimate, elegant, and effortlessly iconic. The ambiance is classic and cinematic, yet it still feels warm and inviting the moment you sit down. Service was impeccable: attentive, polished, and genuinely personable, with the kind of quiet confidence you expect at this level. The cocktails were outstanding—crafted with precision and balance. We had two “The Ritz Peer” cocktails and a Spicy Manhattan, and each drink was beautifully executed, flavorful, and perfectly suited to the setting. If you’re looking for a refined Parisian nightcap with flawless hospitality and serious mixology, Bar Hemingway is absolutely worth it. I’d return without hesitation

Anton S.★★★★★★★★★★5.07 months ago

Atmosphere: 9/10 Located inside the Ritz-Carlton Paris, Bar Hemingway offers a chic and intimate setting full of Ernest Hemingway–themed décor. The small room features seating at the bar counter as well as tables scattered throughout. While the décor is unique and full of character, the seating layout isn’t perfect — some tables face the entrance/exit, which is separated only by a curtain. This curtain frequently opens as guests arrive or leave, letting in light from the hotel lobby and breaking the otherwise immersive atmosphere. No background music, which is unusual for a cocktail bar. Drinks: 9/10 Recommendation: El Matador Menu is a creative highlight — designed in a newspaper style with a large variety of cocktails. Nice coasters, high-quality glassware, and simple but fitting garnish and presentation. Drinks are made with great-quality ingredients and show excellent balance. Service: 9/10 Water and complimentary snacks served on arrival. Service is impeccable — attentive, professional, and warm. An extra touch: a fresh rose is presented to each lady, matched to the color of her dress. Prices are extremely high (about $45 per drink), but service quality and setting align with the Ritz name. Reservation recommended.