Tucked behind a rusty hidden door inside the 1K Hotel, La Mezcaleria is Paris's self-proclaimed embassy of mezcal — and honestly, they've earned the title. You'll wind through the hotel lobby and past the INKA restaurant kitchen before landing in a folkloric Mexican den of XXL Christian crosses, wooden barrel tables, and multicolored cushions under a glass roof. The mezcal selection is the largest in France, and the bartenders know exactly what to do with it.
The largest mezcal selection in France, hidden behind a rusty door in a Marais hotel — folkloric, smoky, and unapologetically fun.
Reserve before 8pm — after that it's walk-in only and the bar fills up fast, especially Thursday through Saturday.
Paris's mezcal embassy behind a hidden door
La Mezcaleria is the kind of place you bring someone when you want to impress them without trying too hard. The whole experience starts with the entrance — you walk through the 1K Hotel lobby, past the INKA restaurant kitchen, and find yourself behind a rusty hidden door in a dimly lit Mexican den. XXL Christian crosses, wooden barrels repurposed as tables, multicolored cushions, and a glass roof overhead make it feel like you've stumbled into a Oaxacacan hideaway in the middle of the Marais. Latin music and old-school R&B set the mood, and the crowd is a good mix of Parisians and in-the-know travelers.
The star of the show is the mezcal — they claim the largest selection in France, and the cocktail menu backs it up. The drinks are creative, smoky, and well-balanced, though yes, they're on the pricey side (expect 14-18€ per cocktail). The bartenders genuinely know their stuff and will guide you through the menu if you're not sure where to start. If you're hungry, there's a Nippo-Mexican food offering that pairs surprisingly well with the drinks.
It's one of the more spacious speakeasies in Paris, which means it doesn't feel claustrophobic even when it's busy. Go on a weeknight for a more relaxed vibe, or embrace the energy on a Thursday through Saturday when it stays open until 2am. Reservations are accepted until 8pm — after that, it's walk-in only and can get packed.