Discover Paris’s 200 best spots for a Young Friend Groups' trip

Les Cognées has quickly built an outstanding reputation in a less touristy part of the 18th arrondissement, with reviewers repeatedly highlighting attentive, personalized service from the team, including bartender Cyril. It's become a destination bar worth the trip outside the central tourist areas.

Mia Mao is one of the bigger techno clubs in northeastern Paris, drawing praise for its sound system and spacious dance floor. It's open only late at night on Friday and Saturday, catering to a dedicated electronic music crowd.

Perched atop an industrial building in the 11th arrondissement, this rooftop bar offers a terrace with views of the Sacré-Cœur, chimneys and a garden-like setting with tomato plants, vines and a pergola. A snack cabin and large bar serve drinks, while a restaurant one floor below offers an Italian-American menu overseen by rotating guest chefs.

The space can also be privatized for events of 50 to 300 people.

A guided evening pub crawl visiting several bars around Paris, including jazz bars and lively spots, with drink deals along the way. The night ends with skip-the-line entry to a well-known Parisian club, with a guide keeping the group together and the energy up throughout.

La Felicità is a large Italian food market housed in a 4,500m² space in Paris's 13th arrondissement. It combines a pizzeria, trattoria, beer garden and cocktail bar, all serving homemade recipes made with fresh, directly-sourced ingredients.

The venue also hosts live concerts, DJ sets, karaoke and kid-friendly activities, creating a lively atmosphere for groups, families or solo visitors. Open daily with continuous weekend service.

Rex Club has been a fixture of the Paris techno and house scene since 1988, tucked beneath the Grand Rex cinema on the Grands Boulevards, and has hosted many of electronic music's most respected DJs over the decades. It draws a serious, music-focused crowd rather than a casual night-out audience.

Badaboum is a compact club in the 11th arrondissement built inside a former cabaret theater, now geared toward electronic and indie music with a distinctive pink-lit stage. Reviews are mixed on ventilation and comfort on packed nights, but many reviewers highlight a genuinely fun, high-energy atmosphere.

Supersonic is an intimate concert venue near Place de la Bastille, prized by reviewers for its friendly, low-key atmosphere and genuinely good sound in a small room. It's a favorite stop for touring indie and rock acts playing to a more intimate Paris crowd than the city's larger venues.

This pink-hued, four-storey Italian restaurant near Pigalle occupies a light-filled space topped with a striking glass roof. Chef Alessia's menu features flame-grilled meats, truffle pasta, arancini, house-made charcuterie and Neapolitan pizzas from a wood-fired oven.

A hidden speakeasy bar occupies the basement's former cold rooms. The lively setting suits everything from casual lunches to celebratory dinners, served from midday until midnight.

Tucked behind a genuine grocery shop stocked with Moroccan products like Ghandour biscuits and Fantasia chips, this speakeasy near République reveals a hidden cocktail bar. The space has a bohemian, Moroccan-inspired atmosphere with a fun, eclectic feel.

Expect creative cocktails and generally friendly service in an intimate, offbeat setting.

Chope Moi Pigalle is a bar steps from Métro Pigalle, open daily from 5pm to 2am. It serves draught beer, Ricard, wine, cocktails and shooters alongside tapas, sharing platters and homemade bruschettas.

Screens show live sports including Champions League, Ligue 1 and Top 14 matches. The space can also be privatized for birthdays, afterworks and private parties.

Le Refuge des Fondus is a quirky, convivial restaurant in Montmartre specializing in fondue, both cheese and meat. It's best known for its tradition of serving wine in baby bottles, adding to the fun, informal atmosphere.

Expect a lively, close-quarters dining room popular for group meals and casual nights out.

Palais de Tokyo hosts temporary contemporary art exhibitions across large, industrial-style galleries at 13 avenue du Président Wilson. The site includes a bookshop, restaurants and Le Yoyo, a bar and club space, along with talks, workshops and artist interviews.

Free late-night openings run on summer Thursday evenings. Programming changes regularly, featuring diverse artists and performance events.

Tucked in the basement of Pink Mamma, past the cold room, this speakeasy resembles a mix of an eccentric herbalist's shop and an all-velvet boudoir. Expect an Italian-style atmosphere and a sophisticated cocktail menu crafted by the bar team.

No reservation is needed; simply ask the hostesses at Pink Mamma to be pointed toward the entrance. Open daily from 7 PM.

Moored between Pont de la Concorde and Pont Alexandre III, this 40-metre barge combines a rooftop, colourful neon lighting and a lively bar atmosphere. DJ sets run several nights a week, drawing Parisians, tourists and free spirits alike.

In summer, a terrace with a wood-fired oven serving pizzas extends onto the quay. Entry is free, no reservations are taken, and the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Kodawari Ramen Yokochō recreates the atmosphere of a narrow Tokyo alley lined with izakaya and small eateries. Chef Jean-Baptiste Meusnier, an outspoken ramen enthusiast, oversees a menu built on carefully selected or artisan-made ingredients.

The immersive decor and focus on quality have earned the restaurant several hospitality industry awards, including the 2017 Palme d'Or de la Restauration.

Open daily from 8am to 2am, Chouchou blends French and Oriental cuisine near central Paris. The menu features dishes such as entrecôte with fries, Italian pistou salad and tiramisu, alongside a wine list including Moroccan selections.

The venue also hosts private events for up to 200 guests, in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

Ground Control occupies a converted railway warehouse near Gare de Lyon, combining food and drink stalls, boutique corners and event spaces under one roof. The venue hosts recurring programming such as DJ nights, drag shows, exhibitions and a podcast, plus a rooftop terrace now featuring an outdoor collective sauna.

It's open daily into the late evening, drawing a mixed crowd for eating, drinking and events.

This bar near République and Oberkampf features a jungle-style decor with animal motifs and colorful lighting. It serves cocktails, beers and light dishes like charcuterie and cheese boards, with a daily happy hour from 5pm to 10pm.

Tables are pushed aside later in the evening for dancing, and darts are available. Several private spaces, including La Jungle and La Cave Parisienne, can be booked for group events.

Ober Mamma is an Italian trattoria and pizzeria in the 11th arrondissement, set beneath a large glass roof with a full-size tree inside. The kitchen turns out Neapolitan pizzas from a wood-fired oven, fresh pasta, and seasonal dishes made with produce sourced from small Italian producers.

A bar serves Spritz, Negroni and other cocktails alongside shared starters. The atmosphere is informal and busy, suited to casual meals or group bookings.

Tucked in the basement of the Normandy Le Chantier hotel, Rehab is reached through a mirrored door and a metal spiral staircase, leading to a dimly lit, intimately decorated room. The bar's "Remedy" cocktail menu treats each drink as a tailored remedy for a mood or moment, crafted to balance and awaken the senses.

Open Tuesday to Sunday evenings, it offers a discreet, atmospheric setting near Rue Saint-Honoré.

Essaim is a club in the 10th arrondissement geared toward electronic and techno music, drawing an international crowd on Friday and Saturday nights. Reviews are mixed on service and organization, but many visitors highlight a strong sound system and genuine club atmosphere for a late-night out.

Candelaria is a Paris institution combining a casual taco counter at the front with a dim, mezcal-focused cocktail bar hidden behind it — one of the city's original speakeasy-style venues. It remains a reliable choice for a laid-back evening of tacos and cocktails in the heart of the Haut Marais.

Batman Escape Paris offers an immersive, superhero-themed escape room near the Cité des Sciences, with reviewers praising both the game design and the friendly staff. It's a fun option for groups or families looking for an interactive activity beyond the usual sightseeing.

La Station – Gare des Mines occupies a raw, converted industrial space near Porte d'Aubervilliers, hosting club nights, concerts, and cultural events geared toward Paris's alternative and underground scene. It's a destination for those looking for something further off the beaten path than the central nightlife districts.

This guided nightlife tour groups small travelers together for an evening moving between bars around Paris, led by a local guide who shares recommendations and context along the way. Reviewers frequently mention the social aspect as a highlight, with groups often continuing the night together after the tour officially ends.

Virage operates as a late-night club in the northern 17th arrondissement, with hours that shift across the week and run especially late on weekends. Reviewers have flagged some inconsistency around entry policies, so it's worth double-checking current terms and ticket validity before heading over.

Miznon brought Tel Aviv-style street food to Paris in 2013, opening in the historic Marais district. Chef Eyal Shani's concept centers on the pita, filled with vegetables and other ingredients treated as culinary stars, blending Levantine creativity with high-quality French produce.

The casual, no-reservation setup has since expanded to several Paris locations.

Pizzeria Popolare has served Paris's 2nd arrondissement for nine years, offering Neapolitan pizzas made fresh with San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and other ingredients sourced from small Italian producers. The dining room is noisy and convivial, geared toward sharing plates over large tables.

Reservations are accepted, but walk-ins are also welcome, and group menus are available for parties of 13 or more.

Housed in a converted 19th-century foundry, this Culturespaces venue opened in 2018 as a digital art centre. Large-scale projections cover the walls, floor and ceiling, immersing visitors in works by artists such as Van Gogh alongside contemporary digital creations.

A rotating programme includes different shows on different days, plus a children's workshop space and a bookshop-boutique.