As a cosmopolitan and progressive capital, Paris boasts over 300 LGBT-friendly bars, clubs and establishments! It’s hard to compile a complete list of all these festive and welcoming places, so Paris Secret has selected the most emblematic of Parisian LGBTQ+ life, to spend your best evenings during Pride.
Cox Bar the place to be for partying
If you like gay bars in Paris, then you’ll love the Cox. Every day, from Monday to Sunday, the bar invites the best DJs on the LGBT scene (but not only) to perform! We go there to clear our heads, enjoy happy hour and spend an unforgettable evening!
📍15 Rue des Archives, 75004 Paris
The Mutiny a gay, queer and feminist bar
Conveniently located on rue Saint-Martin, La Mutinerie is one of the most committed bars in Paris. Self-managed by a collective of 9 lesbian and/or trans people, La Mutinerie fights for the inclusion of all sexualities and identities in Paris. As well as organizing committed and accessible events and activities, this queer bar has its own feminist library. There’s also karaoke and a pool table, if you’re not in a studious mood.
📍Rue Saint-Martin, 75003 Paris
Le Gibus paris’ craziest gay bar
Le Gibus is the LGBT+ bar where you can end your nights before leaving accompanied (or not). A not-to-be-missed address for Parisian parties, it’s the place to sway and dance the night away to the rhythm of quality DJ sets. Visit dragqueens like Nicky Doll and the whole RuPaul Drag race France troupe. The drinks are well proportioned and the atmosphere is hot until the end of the night.
📍18 Rue du Faubourg du Temple, 75011 Paris
La Java one of Paris’s oldest gay bars
Opened in 1923, java is certainly a party venue, but also a haven for Paris’s entire gay and queer community. Located in the heart of the lively Belleville district, it’s the place to go for a good time. Regularly, the bar comes alive with all kinds of parties: karaoke sessions, cabaret evenings or Dragqueen evenings…so you’ll never get bored!
📍105 Rue du Faubourg du Temple 75010 Paris
The Quetzal one of Paris’s most emblematic gay bars
Like the colorful quetzals, this gay bar is one of Paris’s most festive LGBT+ addresses. As well as being one of the city’s oldest gay bars, the Quetzal is a popular spot for Paris’s LGBT+ community. After all, beers are on tap until midnight, and great DJ sets are scheduled every weekend. Come on, let’s have another pint before dancing to the next techno tune!
📍10 Rue de la Verrerie, 75004 Paris
Le Bar’Ouf
Le Barouf is the brainchild of two women who have created a place in their own image. Everyone is welcome to come and listen to the concerts and activities on offer, such as the “Barouf” workshops exhibitions or pool tournaments. It’s easy to get in for a drink, a dance, some fun and a chance to meet new people in a reassuring atmosphere.
📍182 Rue Saint-Martin, 75003 Paris
À la folie one of Paris’s most colorful gay bars
This warm, ultra-inclusive gay bar is a must-see in Paris. What we love is the feeling of being welcomed like a regular! It’s quite simple: here, we don’t pay any attention to your gender identity or sexual orientation: you’re at home! A great place to make memories, party, have a drink and enjoy the scenery summer terrace and why not meet some new people!
📍26 Av. Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris