Paris Gay Guide Best gay & lesbian addresses

Our Best Gay and Lesbian Addresses

Find all the best Paris gay restaurants, Paris gay bars, Paris gay clubbing, Paris gay sauna, Paris gay sex clubs and other hotspots in gay Paris.

Once you've chosen your gay apartment Paris, your alternative to gay hotels in Paris, check out our selection of the best gay and lesbian places to go out to make the most of your gay Paris travel experience. Absolu Living Paris lets you in on what's going on for the gay and lesbian community in the city: gay restaurants, gay bars, gay clubbing, gay sauna paris, bath gay house Paris, gay sex clubs in Paris and other hotspots in gay Paris.

Restaurants

Le café de l’homme

17, Place du Trocadéro (au rez-de-chaussée du Musée de l'Homme), 75016 Paris

de midi à 2h du matin

01.44.05.30.15

www.lecafedelhomme.com

This restaurant proposes a menu divided into four parts: “Influence” offers world cuisine, “At home” proposes traditional cuisine, “Equilibre” offers light, lean meals and “Desequilibre” proposes a range of desserts. However, the most striking aspect of this restaurant is not its unique menu but its beautiful terrace with a view of the Eiffel Tower, a dazzling spectacle.

La Pachanga

8, rue Vandamme, 75014 Paris

de 19h à 24h

01.56.80.11.40

www.lapachanga.fr

A restaurant with an exotic atmosphere, which reminds one of South America. The menu is equally influenced. This restaurant also offers Salsa dance courses each day, followed by a dance soiree that lasts until 2 in the morning.

Le train bleu

21 ter, Boulevard Diderot - Gare de Lyon, 75012 Paris

tous les jour de 7h30 à 23h, samedi et dimanche 9h à 23h

01.43.43.09.06

www.le-train-bleu.com

The décor is by far the most unique aspect of this restaurant. Indeed, it was constructed in 1901 after the Universal Exposition, and maintains all of the authenticity of this luxury and baroque influences of this era. Patrons dine on renowned French cuisine. The Train Bleu remains, therefore a unique place.

les flots

Quai de la Râpée - Port de la Râpée, 75012 Paris

de 12h à 15h de 19h à 23h

01 40 01 07 87

A unique place to enjoy a meal on the Seine—an original idea to have dinner between lovers or among friends. Traditional French cuisine is served here.

Cocoa café

3 avenue de la République, 75011 Paris

tous les jours de 11h30 à 2h00 du matin

01.43.57.89.03

Pleasant décor and a unique concept make the Cocoa café a unique, quality establishment. The cuisine here is indubitably fusion: sweet and salty, West and East…all of which create an interesting dining experience.

Bofinger

5-7, rue de la Bastille, 75011 Paris

tous les jours de 12h à 15 et de 18h30 à 1h

01.42.72.87.82

Similar to Brasserie Julien, Bofinger is a great Alsacian brasserie. Incredible décor and a highly reasonable menu await patrons. It maintains a warm atmosphere, which often characterizes brasseries.

Brasserie Julien

16, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, 75010 Paris

Tous les jours de 12h à 15h et de 19h à 1h

01.47.70.12.06

www.julienparis.com

This restaurant is one of the largest and well-known brasseries in the capital. Among art nouveau décor, come discover the quality of the traditional French brasserie! A convivial ambiance awaits you in a uniquely exceptional place. Very chic, but also very cher (expensive!). It is best to make reservations.

Radis roses

68, rue Rodier, 75009 Paris

du mardi au vendredi de 12H00 à 14H30 et de 19H30 à 22H30

01.48.78.03.20

The contemporary décor and the pistachio-green façade catch the eye upon entry. Traditional and regional cuisine is served here.

La maison d’Alsace

39, avenue des Champs Elysées, 75008 Paris

24h/24

01.53.93.97.00

This well-known restaurant is situated on the most beautiful avenue in the world: the Champs Elysées, of course! It is open 24 hours; a useful fact to know if you are feeling pecking after getting out of a club at 5am! Here patrons dine on the specialities of the Alsace region in eastern France.

Altitude 95

Nord, Tour Eiffel - 1er étage, 75007 Paris

de 12h à 21h45

01.45.55.20.04

A unique location for a unique dining experience! There are actually two restaurants situated in (yes, in) the celebrated Eiffel Tower. The first, Altitude 95, is 95 meters high, on the first floor of the Tower, and is a veritable voyage throughout French gastronomy. The second, Jules Verne, is very elegant, with prices and service to match. Both restaurants are expensive, and frequented by tourists.

Fajita’s

15, rue Dauphine, 75006 Paris

Jusqu’à 23h

01 46 34 44 69

A small, brightly colored restaurant in a historic part of Paris, situated among many other eating establishments. Here, one can sample the various cuisines of Latin America. Between tapas and fajitas, the connoisseur of exotic cuisine will not be disappointed!

Au coco de mer

34, Bd Saint Marcel, 75005 Paris

tous les jours de 12h00 à 15h00 et de 19h00 à 23h30, fermé le Lundi midi.

01.47.07.06.64

In this little corner of paradise in the middle of the capital, you can enjoy savory Seychellois dishes on the sandy beach (thanks to its superb terrace). The decoration is exotic for an overseas experience.

Le zango

15, rue du cygne, 75001 Paris

De 11h à 1h

01.40.26.27.27

African cuisine. This restaurant is a voyage in and of itself: African-inspired dishes, images of the Atlas Mountains throughout, and even its restrooms are decorated with maps of the world invite you to travel to Africa during a night in Paris!

La poule au pot

9 rue Vauvilliers, 75001 Paris

De 19h à l’aube

01.42.36.32.96

www.lapouleaupot.fr

Traditional French cuisine. Closely guarding its traditional origins, this bistro serves the grandest oeuvres of French cuisine all night with the greatest respect for tradition (servers wear bowties, for example). It is the ideal location for those who want to have a typical Parisian dinner in a “bistrot”.

Marc Mitonne

60 rue de l’arbre sec, 75001 Paris

Le soir du Mardi au samedi de 18 à minuit

01.42.61.53.16

www.marc-mitonne.com

A tasteful, traditional stone-and-wooden-beam décor awaits you in this restaurant, with a warm atmosphere to match. One can eat underground in the wine cellar, where candlelit round tables offer you a romantic evening. Marc, the proprietaire, also organizes themed soirees (magic, french music, and mind-reading, for example).

Chartier

7, Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris

Ouvert tous les jours de 11h30 à 15h et de 18h à 22h

33 (0)1 47 70 86 29

http://www.restaurant-chartier.com

Restaurant founded in 1896 with a preserved atmosphere of a traditional brasserie. French cuisine served from the arms of graceful waiters dressed in smart white aprons. Not too expensive and a true experience.

Le MURANO

13, boulevard du Temple, 75003 Paris

33 (0)1 42 71 20 00

http://www.muranoresort.com

Hotel restaurant featuring a pristine mix of baroque and contemporary decors. Two intimate indoor areas with tall white walls, soft mood lighting and impeccable furnishings. Very chic but a bit pricy.

Mi Cayito

10 rue Marie Stuart, 75002 Paris

Ouvert de 19h30 à minuit du lundi au vendredi, le samedi de 19h30 à 0h30 et le dimanche de 11h à 16h30 et de 19h30 à 1h

33 (0)1 42 21 98 86

http://www.mi-cayito.com

Cuban inspired cuisine, menu mixes sweet and spicy with the Latin welcome to match. Excellent Sunday Brunch from 12 to 4.30pm

L’Amazonial

3, rue Sainte-Opportune, 75001 Paris

Ouvert tous les jours de 12h à 2h

33 (0)1 42 33 53 13

Restaurant from the 80’s with an upbeat ambience, complete with shows and go-go boys.

Le Petit Prince de Paris

12, rue Lanneau, 75005 Paris

Ouvert du lundi au dimanche de 19h30 à minuit

33 (0)1 43 54 77 26

Everyone knows this one- charming bistro with a cozy, mixed atmosphere inside and out. Located on a quaint Left Bank street. The menu is both seasonal and traditional with an accent on whatever is market-fresh.

Le Diable des Lombards

64, rue des Lombards, 75001 Paris

Ouvert tous les jours de 10h à 1h

33 (0)1 42 33 81 84

http://www.diable.com

Known for its meat entrées. Heated, covered terrace along a pedestrian street. Popular place where celebrities occasionally pop up.

Les Piétons

8, rue des Lombards, 75004 Paris

Ouvert tous les jours de 11h à 2h

33 (0)1 48 87 82 87

http://www.lespietons.com

A taste of Spain with the sangria flowing and tapas to suit all tastes.

Le Chant des voyelles

4, rue des Lombards, 75004 Paris

Ouvert tous les jours de 11h30 à 15h et de 18h30 à minuit

33 (0)1 42 77 77 07

Restaurant/raw bar with entryway exposition of the evening’s fare. Eye catching décor with designer lamps and out-of-the-ordinary statues. Chatting, drinking and eating at street level and a more intimate dinner atmosphere downstairs.

Chiberta

3 rue Arsène-Houssaye, 75008 Paris

01 53 53 42 00

Designer dining by Jean-Michel Wilmotte.

B4 Le Resto

6/8 Square Ste Croix de le Bretonnerie, 75004 Paris

33 (0)1 42 72 16 19

In a determinedly modern and cold decoration, B4 Le Resto proposes southern and refined dishes.

ozo

37, rue Quincampoix, 75004 Paris

Ouvert tous les soir à partir de 19h. Horaires selon le jour

33 (0)1 42 77 10 03

http://www.ozoresto.com/

The other restaurant from the team of Le Loup Blanc.

pig’z

5, rue Marie-Stuart, 75002 Paris

du mardi au samedi de 20h à minuit

33 (0)1 42 33 05 89

http://www.pigz.fr/

Grilled meat on lava plate. The same team that the 'Trois Petits Cochons'.

Au Tibourg

29, Rue Du Bourg Tibourg, 75004 Paris

toute la semaine de 12H00 à 14H00 et de 19H30 à 22H30

33 (0)1 42 74 45 25

Traditional French cooking

Brasserie Lutétia

45 boulevard St-Germain, 75006 Paris

01.49.54.46.76

Designer dining by Slavic and Sonia Rykiel.

Le Loup Blanc

42, rue Tiquetonne, 75002 Paris

Tous les jours à partir de 19h30, le dimanche brunch à partir de 11h

33 (0)1 40 13 08 35

loup-blanc@loup-blanc.com

http://www.loup-blanc.com/

Very pleasant mixture of grills and world cooking. Nice and smilling service.

Aux Trois Petits Cochons

31, rue Tiquetonne, 75002 Paris

Tous les jours sauf le lundi de 20h à 1h

33 (0)1 42 33 39 69

cochons@auxtroispetitscochons.fr

http://www.auxtroispetitscochons.com/

Very good traditional French cooking. A lot of people. To be recommanded. Very good and not too expensive.

Monsieur Sans Gêne

122, Rue Oberkampf, 75011 Paris

Ouvert 7 J / 7 de 12h à 2h

33 (0)1 47 00 70 11

http://www.sansgene.fr

The bar proposes light fooding and the restaurant traditional french cooking.

Le Temps au Temps

13, rue Paul Bert, 75011 Paris

Ouvert 7 J / 7 de 20h à 23h sauf le dimanche

33 (0)1 43 79 63 40

http://www.ifrance.com/RESTAURANT75/

A friendly, good, cheap and musical bar. Clocks, old cuckoos, and others decorate this place, as the name indicates it... Visit the site and a kir will be offered !

Les Marronniers

18, rue des Archives, 75004 Paris

Ouvert 7 J / 7 de 9h à 2h

+33(0)140278772

Les Marroniers’ bar/restaurant offers the largest terrace in le Marais district. Absolutly unavoidable place, where you can eye guys up pass and pass by again.