Paris Nightlife: 57 Best Local Bars & Nightclubs in Paris

Cave du 38 Riv

By Florencia

At this cosy jazz cellar you can enjoy live music nonstop from 8:30 pm until 1 am, along with great vibes, good food and cheap drinks. Escape the crowds and the noise of the city, and be overwhelmed by the improvised notes that flow from the fingers and mouths of some amazing musicians.

by Florencia

Ô Paris

Nightlife 23 2

By Peter

Great views of Paris

Ô Paris

23

Aside from the cheap drinks, O Paris also hosts live music every Sunday afternoon and does excellent brunches. The local area is really nice to visit and explore too, with the surrounding small streets filled with little boutiques and ateliers.

by Peter

Chez Georges

Nightlife 17 4

By Donatella

Underground party in Quartier Latin

Chez Georges

17

A small cave where Parisian students (and not so students) drink wine bottles in small glasses and eat cheese while dancing all night long on Ediath Piaf, Rock'n'roll or typical Jewish songs (the DJ is an old Jewish man)!! True authentic experience and proximity guaranteed ;) Agoraphobic do NOT go there.

by Donatella

Caveau de la Huchette

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By Magali

Jazz Club

Caveau de la Huchette

14

If you like jazz music, you mustn’t miss this place. It’s amazing because it was originally a 16th century wine cellar. Now people of all ages and pretty skilled dancers come here to have fun. The atmosphere is reminiscent of post WWII freedom celebrations in Paris. Okay, I wasn’t around then, but I imagine it was like this!

by Magali

La REcyclerie

Things To Do 25 4

A transformed old railway station

La REcyclerie

25

You can come here to eat and drink at the café-canteen, visit a urban farm, ask for advice or repair things in the workshop Chez REné, or just chill and enjoy a wide range of events. It's an ideal spot to relax after vintage shopping at the famous flea market nearby.

La Bellevilloise

Fun & Active 35 9

By Hélène

A concert hall, restaurant & much more

La Bellevilloise

35

Located in the nice district of Ménilmontant, this charming place has a typical Parisian feel and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. It’s a place where locals come to have a chat and listen to live music. On weekends, opening hours vary for different events.

by Hélène

Le Comptoir Général

Things To Do 29 4

By Sylvie

Escape to Africa

Le Comptoir Général

29

It’s not often you’ll find a place this big in the city! Its uniqueness also resides in its underground atmosphere, just like in Berlin or San Francisco. As you pass through the door, a long corridor leads you to two huge rooms where you can sit on recycled sofas and chairs with world music rocking the stereo. The entrance fee is up to you!

by Sylvie

Les Grands Voisins

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A utopian village in an old hospital

Les Grands Voisins

14

At the heart of it is the village bar-restaurant "La Lingerie". What used to be a laundry room is now a great place to chill, listen to live music (free entry) and have cheap drinks.

Le Perchoir

Nightlife 17 0

By Sofia

One of the city’s best rooftops

Le Perchoir

17

You aren’t getting your classic Eiffel Tower view here – but you will see Montmartre surrounded by typical Parisian rooftops, which is just as impressive. Their restaurant, one floor down, is another star with its “carte blanche” menu at €48 that changes daily (meaning each dish is a surprise). I tried it out and enjoyed every single minute of it.

by Sofia

Bercy Village

Fun & Active 30 3

By Hélène

Atypical village in the 12th district

Bercy Village

30

As it served as an enormous wine marketplace for more than a century, this place is full of history. The white stone wine storehouses of the "Cour St Emilion" are reminiscent of this era. For architecture lovers, you must see the buildings by renowned architects.

by Hélène

Wanderlust

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By Sylvie

An open air club on the left bank

Wanderlust

12

It's probably the biggest terrace in Paris! If the weather is decent, come early to watch the sunset and sip a cocktail. It's a nice place for groups of friends, even if you don’t find a table. Although drinks are quite pricey (€8 for beers, €30+ for wine), weekend activities including sports and workshops are mostly free.

by Sylvie

Concrete

Nightlife 8 1

By Hélène

An electronic music adventure on a boat

Concrete

8

It's a Parisian nightlife institution and the most popular after party on a Saturday night. Here you can listen to famous international DJs (very often from Berlin) spinning electronic, house and techno tunes.

by Hélène

Le Batofar

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By Magali

A Parisian nightlife must

Le Batofar

13

Because it's fun to dance on a boat floating on the Seine! The concert hall can hold 300 people, so the ambiance is warm and you can be close to the artists. From May to September deck chairs and parasols are set up to create a beach. Lastly, don't expect a boat tour – the boat remains docked.

by Magali

Point Éphémère

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By Magali

Centre for the arts

Point Éphémère

7

A strong supporter of the arts, Point Ephémère is all about passion, originality and discovery. The atmosphere is cool, the people are friendly and the music is eclectic. What’s more, the location is just perfect (it's right by the Canal Saint-Martin). You can enjoy the open air metro line while drinking a beer.

by Magali

Triplettes

Nightlife 7 0

By Peter

A modern cafe with great food

Triplettes

7

Well, the food is great, and still within the local average of 12.80 for two courses! On top of this, there is a foosball table and great happy hour specials. Come here to rub shoulders with some very cool Parisians in a setting that is quite nice but not over-the-top hipster.

by Peter