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The Shell, a cocktail bar hidden in Grands Boulevards

Blue and pink velvet chairs and patterned ottoman around brass tables with cocktails and candles.

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Marie Antoinette's penchant for mosaics and seashells inspired the interiors at The Shell. A cocktail bar designed by Dorothée Meilichzon tucked away from Paris' bustling Grands Boulevards, a cosy hideaway for cocktails open during colder months. A copper-hued bar, shells dotted throughout and walls adorned in rust-coloured tones. Lush velvet seating, a moment sink in and sip Experimental classics like the Pondicherry Mule.

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Modern conference room with a long wooden table, mixed chairs, green glassware, and a projector screen in front of bright curtains.

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Your private event at
‍Grands Boulevards Experimental

A toast to a milestone, a pause to celebrate something special. An event tucked away from the Grands Boulevards, a moment to gather with friends, family or colleagues in the heart of Paris. Our private events at The Shell range from masterclasses and tastings to cocktail parties and everything in between, and our team ensures everything runs smoothly.

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DISCOVER EXPERIMENTAL IN PARIS

An exercise of culinary exploration, the vibrancy of Parisian restaurants. A nod to classic French cooking, a measure of contemporary gastronomy. Always something new to try, something different to find. A short stroll from the Grands Boulevards Experimental, Experimental Cocktail Club is a hidden gem. Wine enthusiasts looking for hard-to-find bottles from small producers wander into La Compagnie. And finally, Prescription Cocktail Club, an icon of the Left Bank, a cosmic journey through cocktails hidden behind an unassuming door.

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Treat someone to a special moment

Experience the essence of Parisian elegance at Grands Boulevards Experimental hotel, and share the magic with your loved ones. With our exclusive gift vouchers, have a drink at the rooftop bar, where artisanal cocktails and beautiful views create an unforgettable experience.

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Contact & Access

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For any inquiries or requests, please get in touch.

Address

The Shell is open during autumn and winter months
from Monday through Saturday from 6pm-1am. 
Closed on Sundays

+33 (0)1 85 73 33 32

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LOCATIONS

A journey that started in Paris, in the summer of 2007. A bar on a quiet street, the start of Paris’ cocktail renaissance. As the years went on, new chapters turned, from new cities, to restaurants and finally hotels. Today, Experimental can be found across Paris, London, New York, Venice, Verbier, Val d’Isere, Ibiza, Menorca and out in the British countryside. Each location inspired by the world around it.