If you're in the mood for a low-key gay bar in Paris, then this is probably your best bet. The ones closer to Hotel de Ville in Le Marais were more of a party scene, a lot louder and more raucous. This bar, however, is located a few blocks away around the corner on the quieter Rue Michel le Comte. A blue neon sign was the one beacon of identity as the bar was dimly lit with spotlights pointed at the local art on the walls (Photo 3). It was relatively early in the evening when we arrived, and just a couple of tables were occupied.
A throaty older woman was sitting at the bar monopolizing the attention of the burly bartender. Jamie W was able to get us a couple of 10,50€ Tequila Sunrises which managed to have the level of sweet potency we desired (Photo 10). Sitting at the front window, we noticed business started to pick up and our seats were apparently hot commodities. The vibe was friendly enough for us to go for a second round. With the '80's synth music cranked up, we knew it was time to skedaddle, but we'd definitely come back.
DRINKS - 4 stars...nice mixology, monsieur
AMBIANCE - 4 stars...quiet enough to enjoy
SERVICE - 4 stars...cordial
TOTAL - 4 stars...the right vibe for our kind of gay bar
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