Herbarium
perfume-style botanical cocktails by Oscar Quagliarini, presented in a perfumier's notebook
Herbarium Bar at the Hôtel National des Arts et Métiers is a cool hangout for creative folks—think young filmmakers, designers, and their muses grabbing a drink. Their cocktail menu is pretty unique, with drinks like the light and sparkling Rose Velvet that feels like a spring evening in a glass, and a slightly bitter Cynar Spritz made with artichoke liqueur that’s a nice change from the usual Aperol. If you want to switch things up, head to the rooftop—the view of the city is just as amazing as the cocktails.
In Le Marais, Paris. Easy to fold into a morning or a longer afternoon; there's usually something else worth a stop within a few minutes' walk.
Herbarium is the signature cocktail bar of the 4-star Hôtel National des Arts et Métiers in the Marais (Paris 3e), set beneath a striking glass roof amid greenery. Bartender Oscar Quagliarini designs the ~10-cocktail menu like a perfumer composing fragrances, presented in a perfumier's notebook, with botanical, herb- and spice-forward drinks. The bar opens evenings (roughly 6pm–2am) and on weekends a resident DJ plays soul and deep house. Time Out (4/5) calls it 'ultra chic, but not pretentious,' praising drinks like the verveine abricot and noting an eclectic crowd from fashion-forward patrons to professionals. The curator's notes and reviews align on the creative clientele and distinctive cocktail program; the hotel also has a separate rooftop bar with city views.