The Cambridge Public House Paris

The Cambridge Public House sits on Rue de Poitou, a ten-minute walk from the Musée Picasso. It holds the no. 18 spot on The World’s 50 Best Bars list, bridging the divide between a traditional French restaurant and a serious cocktail bar.

The room runs smart and elegant, but it earns its place on the itinerary by ignoring the frantic pacing of nearby Le Marais. Most venues in this part of Paris force a choice between a heavy, classic dinner and a cramped bar stool, yet here you find both under one roof. It is a better pick for those who value the craftsmanship of a formal dining room without the stiff, quiet feel typical of the city's old-school venues.