I haven’t been there in years but I feel obliged to mention it here. The furtive looks of young men searching Mr Right add to the innocence without creating a sexual tension.īANANA CAFE – Not really in the Marais, but close to, Banana Café remains an institution on the circuit especially in the fashion scene. Tables on the upstairs balcony offer an intimate view where you can watch the happy hour from above. Friends in their 40s meet after work to decompress here. It’s a lovely bar that welcomes you with an engaging innocence. Easily avoided upstairs if you prefer.ĭUPLEX – Just a few doors down from l’Enchanteur the Duplex is known as the intellectual’s spot where often a local artist exhibits his photos or paintings. While many Parisian bars sport backrooms in their lower parts, l’Enchanteur uses this beautifully renovated a l’ancien space for singers, shows and other fun things. The age group is varied and the look is innocent and not pretentious. Well that should give you and idea of the ambience here. When introduced to a stranger the first thing you say in French is enchanté. L’ENCHANTEUR – Hidden behind a door that you might easily pass without noticing is this friendly bar that charms and entertains on rue Michel Lecomte. SOFT OR “JUST A NICE PLACE TO SIT, DRINK AND WATCH PEOPLE” With some exceptions I’m focusing on bars for men though some of these bars are also cafes and/or restaurants too that certainly do not exclude women. Paris risks to ban smoking in bars but it hasn’t gotten there yet and even if it does I’m sure the bars will find a way around it as they do in New York. Perhaps a decent air filtering system would play a part too if everyone is smoking. People might be flirting but they’re not cruising. What I look for in this type of bar is some colorful variety in the crowd and a low level of sexual tension. This will be the sitting and drinking version of that. Edmund White the American author who once lived in Paris, titled one of his books The Flaneur meaning a person who hangs around without a purpose observing and watching, but especially allowing the spectacle to unfold on its own. 34 rue Charlot 75003 ParisĪ favorite pastime for many Parisians, gay and straight, this one is a piece of cake.
Dress code is casual or nothing, but at least keep your shoes on! They even have a maze and other serious equipment. This is for the serious ones, so drama queens and sensitive souls, this is not for you. Guy, the boss, often greets you dressed as a sexy cowboy. 40, rue des Blanc ManteauxĤ9, Clos des Blancs-Manteaux A new cruising bar with friendly staff managed by Francis, former owner of "The Block" in Nice.Ī a sex pub lost in between the chic designer boutiques on rue Charlot where you must ring the bell to enter. Gothic and atmospheric cellars open Monday to Sunday from 6 pm to 4 am. Just next door to the Spanish tapas bar Les Pietons.Ħ rue des Lombards, 75004 - Metro : Chatelet Metro stop: Republique.Ī fun, friendly, 3-level venue for bears and their friends with a super friendly staff. Neighborhood bar of mostly bears and older men. Rue sainte-croix de Bretonnerie 75004 ParisĪFTERNOONS AND EARLY EVENINGS 5 PM TO 10 PM Invaded by cheap younster crowd going there like they go to the zoo. it seems to be closed for a while, double check !ĭance bar with shower cabin and gogo dancers. Local French style bar with a magic touch. Rue Michel Lecomte 75003 Paris - one of the oldest Paris gay Bar since 1980.īar karaoké, night club. New York style bar with art expos and an alternative crowd. Best evening is sunday night called "Mess" Open from 2 pm to 2 am but their busiest time is around 7 to 10 pm.Ī mixed clientele mostly in their thirties with a small yet fun music disco downstairs. Just next door to the Open Café in case you're in the mood for pub-crawling! ( bar ) Busy butch bar with a new decor every season. Their cheese and ham planchas are a perfect snack to munch on while socializing.Ģ impasse Berthaud 75003 Paris 2 am to 2 pm New stylish local bar with a friendly staff and wonderful selection of wine and cocktails. The best drink is their awesome hot chocolate! Rue des Archives 75004 Métro: Hôtel de Ville 9 am to 2 am daily. 8, rue des Lombards - 75004 Paris Métro: Hôtel de Ville 11 am to 2 am dailyĬafé / bar 17, rue des Archives, 75004 Métro: Hôtel de Ville Phone: 01.48.87.80.25 Serves lunch Monday to Friday 11 am to 2 pm, café/ bar daily 11 am to 2 am, and happy hours from 6 pm to 8 pm.Ĭafé with terrace. Size matters - and timetable matters too! People don't go to the same places at the same time, so be sure to follow our recommendations for the right time to go out. Easy Access Places for People with Reduced Mobility.