16 top wine bars and restaurants in Champagne 2026
Of course there’s plenty of sparkling wine to be found in Champagne when visiting its vineyards. But what about the evening hangouts and cheeky lunchtime spots?
Luckily, wine bars and restaurants abound, from Reims to Avize, Epernay and further, with more on the way from some of the famous maisons, too.
Explore the best wine lists across the Champagne region, curated by Star Wine List’s ambassador.
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![The dining room at Racine restaurant, Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 35 16 95
Address: 6 Place Godinot, Reims
Executive chef, Kazuyuki Tanaka has created a lovely fusion between Japan and France for the concept of Racine. The restaurant’s reputation of technical mastery, with a menu of almost surgical precision and meticulously sourced Champagnes to match, has earned them cult status amongst those who know. Racine is a two-star Michelin wonder located in the heart of Reims and is always in demand. It is tiny – seating just 14 people – which adds even more exclusivity to securing your seat at the table. Book well in advance and be rewarded with a wine list that is unique by design. When it comes to Ch...
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![Exterior of Arbane Michelin star restaurant in Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 89 60 70
Address: 7 Rue Noël, Reims
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Mention the name Philippe Mille in Champagne and people will know who you’re talking about: Mille is a local legend – a gifted culinary chef with a pedigree of working for fine establishments like Yannick Alléno at Le Scribe, Le Meurice, the Ritz hotel and Lasserre in Paris, and, most notably, Le Parc at Les Crayères in Reims, for which he earned its first two Michelin stars. In April 2024 he had the good sense to open his own restaurant – Arbane – named after the rare heirloom varietal planted in Champagne long ago. Mille is no ordinary chef, bringing a heightened sensitivity to the marriag...
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![Dining room and garden view from Hostellerie La Briqueterie restaurant in Vinay, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 59 99 99
Address: 4 Route de Sézanne, Vinay
The newly renovated Hostellerie La Briqueterie is a sight for sore eyes. Surrounded by four hectares of manicured gardens, the country ‘house’ overlooks Champagne’s stunning vineyards and is just a stone’s throw from Epernay. The property offers 40 luxury rooms and suites, a spa and wellness centre, and a fine dining restaurant that is worth – in itself – coming for. Begin by taking an aperitif by the fire or on the terrace, there’s no rush. Then make your way into the chic restaurant, bathed in light from expansive windows overlooking the garden. Moroccan-born Executive Chef, Nawal Rezagu...
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![The dining room at Michelin star Le Millénaire restaurant in Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 08 26 62
Address: 4-6 Rue Bertin, Reims
Just a few steps from Place du Forum, located behind a demure entrance, you’ll discover an inspiring and stylish restaurant with a contemporary French outlook and seafood slant. Restaurant partners Benjamin Andreux and Delphine Cornaille form the duo behind Millénaire, one of Reim’s most refined venues and also a local favourite. Chef de Cuisine Benjamin earned his stripes from big-name French gastronomic venues like Yannick Alléno, Stéphanie Le Quellec and Daniel Boulud before cutting his teeth in Champagne as head of the kitchen at La Briqueterie. On the wine list, Delphine offers his ad...
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![Seating at The Glue Pot wine bar in Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 47 36 46
Address: 49 Place Drouet d'Erlon, Reims
If there was ever a French version of a well-worn British pub, then this would have to be it. The Glue Pot is a bona fide institution in the Champagne region, a popular watering hole that appeals as much to the locals as it does to an international audience; it is a cultural melting pot that unites people on one front – wine. Since 1970 it’s been offering a wine list by the glass and bottle that can only be measured by depth or breath because it’s so extensive. What you’re presented with on that list is just the start: owner Stephane Arion also has a secret list that takes you further down...
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![The bar and barman at Le Coq Bar wine cafe in Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 85 28 50
Address: 67 Rue Chanzy, Reims
Located not too far from the Reims Cathedral, Le Coq Rouge is a popular and well-loved choice for locals and those in the know! You’ll find yourself mixing with the winemakers – the sign of a noteworthy address – as you decide over tapas-style small plates and charcuterie. Though small, the bar is lively with fun staff, and you can nearly always snag a high al fresco table if you’re a walk-in. People go here for Champagne – lots and lots of Champagne. The list is overflowing with choices but, if you’re inclined toward something else, you’ll be well accommodated with deep selections from Burg...
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![Exterior of Le Recommandé wine bar and cafe in Avize, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: 09 80 37 38 72
Address: 13 Rue Sainte-Dorothée, Avize
Le Recommandé is a proper neighbourhood bar and café, tucked away from the thoroughfare of Avize. With a friendly and easy going vibe, the tone is set by vibrant colours and an eclectic mix of objets d’art. The wine list is concise but well sourced, and primarily references excellent growers from the Côte de Blancs such as Selosse and others. There’s nothing quite like drinking Selosse as fresh as this on its home turf in Avize, so keep fingers crossed to find it on the list when you visit! There is also a modest selection of vins blancs and vins rouges from France, but you are best to ord...
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![Interior of La Vertu wine bar, Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 326 04 89 21
Address: 1 Rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Reims
Set against the backdrop of Reims’ vibrant Boulingrin district, La Vertu is Champagne’s newest bar à vins on the block, and pulling a strong – youthful – crowd. It was opened in the first part of 2025 by owner-operator, Aude Henon, a winemaker and former sommelier at neighbouring bar and institution, Le Wine Bar by Le Vintage. Aude’s vision was to create a selection with a deep respect for terroir and craftsmanship, focused solely on European wines. Supported by a young and creative team, the bar sets an ambitious wine program that shares the stories of micro producers with bright and fr...
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![Dining tables at Le Foch Michelin star restaurant in Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 47 48 22
Address: 37 Boulevard Foch, Reims
Le Foch is a family-run restaurant that succeeds at balancing fine dining with warm hospitality. It attracts endorsement from a notable crowd, where Champagne’s Cellar Masters and local luminaries come for special moments with their families. The small dining room combines neutral tones and atmospheric lighting which extends the warm and intimate feeling all the way through to service. Brandishing one Michelin star, Le Foch’s Executive Chef and Owner, Jacky Louaze, has achieved some fame for his approach to fish and shellfish - especially seabass cooked within clay from Vallauris. The seafood...
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![Dining room at Les Avisés, in Avize, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 57 70 06
Address: 59 Rue de Cramant, Avize
Along a road less travelled, it’s worthwhile making your way to Les Avisés, a hotel come restaurant located on the chalky slopes of the Côte des Blancs in Avize. The estate is an extension of Domaine Jacques Selosse, and whilst a visit to the domain may be on the wish list for many, you’ll be hard-pressed to get an appointment. Opt instead for a light gastronomic meal at their fantastic restaurant then a night or two in their sophisticated rooms. In the restaurant, Stéphane Rossillon tantalises with seasonal and local highlights and the wine list is seductively long, combining some of the fin...
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![Dining room and view at L’Assiette Champenoise, Tinqueux, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 84 64 64
Address: 40 Avenue Paul Vaillant-Couturier, Tinqueux
You know that a restaurant is serious about wine when its owner and executive chef has created an exclusive glassware range with Lehmann. Arnaud Lallement is as much of an institution in Champagne as his restaurant, L’Assiette Champenoise, located just a few kilometres from the heart of Reims. Since taking over the business in 2002, Arnaud has achieved a 3-star status with the Michelin Guide. His approach to cuisine sits on the ‘edge of acidity’ with lots of purity and freshness and works particularly well with the colossal list of Champagnes he has procured for enthusiastic Champagne lovers....
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![Dining room at Le Parc at Domaine Les Crayères, Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 3 26 24 90 00
Address: 64 Boulevard Henry Vasnier, 51100 Reims, France
To appreciate the heightened level of refinement you’ll experience at Le Parc, it’s necessary to understand its location – at Domaine Les Crayères. This nineeenth-century castle, also a member of Relais & Châteaux, is located in the heart of Reims. It’s a sprawling, luxurious property, regarded as a hallmark of French classicism, where you can rest your head in a decadently decorated room or sip and dine your way through what is arguably the most elegant restaurant in the Champagne region. With two Michelin stars, Le Parc offers the most extensive list of Champagne and French wines in the reg...
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![Dining room of Le Royal at the Royal Champagne Hotel and Spa, Champillon, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 52 87 11
Address: 9 Rue de la République, Champillon
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At the top end of town is Le Royal, located in the region’s best five-star hotel, The Royal Champagne Hotel and Spa, in Champillon. It is a destination in itself by virtue of its sweeping views of the Marne Valley and refined hospitality. Le Royal is the hotel’s gastronomic restaurant bearing one Michelin star and takes its role as an ambassador for Champagne seriously. To this end, they showcase all the different regions of Champagne and have procured relationships with specific producers to offer exclusive experiences. For example, there is significant investment in a cellaring program so t...
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![Exterior of La Grande Georgette, Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 83 18 18
Address: 18 Rue Tronsson Ducoudray, Reims
Any experience at La Grande Georgette should begin with a glass of Champagne on the terrace. With an uninterrupted view of Reims’ majestic cathedral, it will add context and magic to every glass of champagne you sip. Speaking of which, Champagnes on pour change monthly and are always offered from a larger format, usually jeroboam. La Grande Georgette is the official restaurant of La Chaserne Chanzy Hotel & Spa, the only luxury hotel in the centre of Reims. It has a modern bistro-esque menu to match its sharp, modern interior, and a refined air. The wine program takes its lead from Champagn...
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![Interior of Sacré Bistro wine bar in Épernay, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 09 52 78 27 37
Address: 2 Place Auban Moët, Épernay
Take a seat at Épernay’s popular watering hole, Sacré Bistro - where the locals go - and you’ll never want to leave. It has a youthful flair and no-fuss order but don’t let this fool you; there’s a serious wine list on offer that will satisfy almost every palate. Choose wine by the glass or bottle from an impressive list and snack on delicious tapas like tempura de poulet and rillettes de crabe or lunch from a more substantial casual menu. The wine program focuses on local Champagne growers, especially those who are committed to an organic pathway, highlighting producers who ‘transmit the sou...
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![Guests outside Le Wine Bar by Le Vintage in Reims, Champagne region, France.]()
Phone: +33 03 26 05 89 94
Address: 16 Place du Forum, Reims
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Le Wine Bar may have a casual bistro-style menu but they attract a connoisseur crowd with their inspiring and extensive wine list featuring hard-to-find grower and maison Champagnes alike, many harking back to the 1980s, and also in large format. Wow! Located adjacent to the Place du Forum in Reims, Le Wine Bar is very much a neighbourhood bar where owners and brothers, Nicolas and Pierre–Louis Papavero, will always make you feel so welcome. The bar takes a different approach to selecting champagnes for the list, establishing a personal relationship with each producer, visiting each one and t...
