What it is: Tucked away in a neighborhood northeast of central Paris, near the Rue Saint-Maur Metro station, the Fine Mousse has been a vanguard of the city’s beer scene since opening in 2012. Via 20 rotating taps and dozens of bottles and cans, it’s easy to discover something new or reacquaint yourself with familiar classics. The offerings encompass local craft as well as bottles of Belgian lambic beers and stalwarts from across Europe and North America—so you might see a Franconian kellerbier next to a stout from San Diego and a Cantillon Gueuze.
Why it’s great: The tapsters’ attention to detail makes the experience special from the moment you order, and—with beers ranging from hyper-local to halfway around the globe—they’re informed enough that even the most seasoned beer travelers can learn something here. Stone walls contribute to the cellar vibe, evoking a space to sample wine and cheese—they have those, too—while windows open onto the bustling Paris sidewalks, so there’s plenty to see while sharing a bottle or sipping a tulip of strong ale.
Hours: 5 p.m.–midnight, Sunday–Wednesday; 5 p.m.–1 a.m., Thursday; 5 p.m.–2 a.m., Friday & Saturday.
Address: 6 Ave. Jean Aicard, Paris
Web: lafinemousse.fr
IG: @lafinemousse
