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Pigalle, best neighborhood in Paris: our 9 favorite addresses

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Pigalle, meilleur quartier de Paris ?

Famous for its scandalous past, its sex shops, and its vibrant nightlife, Pigalle always manages to amaze us. Despite the influx of tourists, this Parisian neighborhood has retained its charm and now reveals a fresh new side. We're head over heels for Pigalle, and here are nine spots that prove why.

1. Museum of Romantic Life

For: a romantic outing

A true ode to romanticism with its beautiful flowers and tranquility, the garden of the Museum of Romantic Life is one of the most charming places in the capital. In addition to enjoying an enchanted moment, you can indulge in the delicacies of Rose Bakery. The menu is still a secret, but one can already imagine the smell of scones, carrot cake, brownies, cakes of all kinds, as well as savory snacks, all equally legendary!

Hotel Scheffer-Renan 16, rue Chaptal - 9th 2. Gargouille For: Mediterranean cuisine Gargouille is like a little piece of Mediterranean paradise right here in the city. It's not just a restaurant, it's a place where you can truly enjoy yourself. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the tables are close together, and there's always a buzz of excitement in the air. Arthur and Jules, the masterminds behind Gargouille, have created a menu that draws inspiration from Egypt, Italy, Greece, and Lebanon, as well as their own family recipes. Each visit to Gargouille is like embarking on a culinary adventure, with new and delicious dishes waiting to be discovered. Come join us for a taste of the Mediterranean!
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Gargouille
7, rue Jean-Baptiste-Pigalle - 9th

3. Pigalle Country club

For: unexpected nighttime encounters

Welcome to a parallel dimension where everyone is friends, everyone toasts to life, decadence, and nighttime mischief. Welcome to the Pigalle Country Club. A neighborhood bar-club that embodies the real Pigalle, not the trendy "So-Pi" version, with underground rock and lukewarm beer. Everything we love. More than just another dive bar in a neighborhood undergoing gentrification, the PCC has that special something that guides people through lively nights and gets them dancing in the middle of the bar to the programmed DJ sets: often electro or post-punk that really rocks.

Pigalle Country Club
59, rue Jean-Baptiste Pigalle - 9th arrondissement

4. Yum sake bar

For: incredible Japanese sake

It's one of the best sake bars in the city. You can savor spicy Asian dishes served in small sharing plates, just like at home. They also offer a delightful selection of sakes, wines, gins, and whiskies from distilleries all over the world. Get ready to leave exclaiming: yum yum!

Yum saké bar
48, Rue de la Rochefoucauld - 9th

5. L'Embuscade

For: Afro-vegan cuisine and an after club

Hey there! Let's talk about L'Embuscade, a lively spot in Pigalle that transforms from a restaurant in the early evening to a bar-club by 5am. It's been adding some spice to the nights around here for almost 8 years now. What's on the menu, you ask? Afro-vegan cuisine and some wild after parties. Starting from 7pm, you can savor the delicious creations by Chef Phoebe Dunn, also known as Amalia, who infuses veganism with Afro flavors. Meanwhile, Nacho is behind the bar, mixing up some fantastic cocktails inspired by the nicknames of the regulars and staff at L'Embuscade. Cheers to good food, great drinks, and even better company! 🍹🎉

The Ambush
47, rue Catherine-de-La-Rochefoucauld – 9th

6. Mr. Aristide

For: a hidden terrace

We love to meet up in the evenings on the hidden terrace at Mr. Aristide's, a bohemian guesthouse where time seems to stand still. On the menu, some good little things to drink and eat! Like these classic-revisited cocktails to enjoy with delicious mezze. We love the hummus with chili jam, the pan con tomate, and the ultra-gourmet eggplant caviar.

Monsieur Aristide
3 Rue Aristide Bruant - 18th

7. Madame Arthur's Cabaret

For: crazy shows

To end the evening in style, head to Madame Arthur, by far our favorite Parisian cabaret. We challenge you not to let yourself be carried away into the night by this crazy show! A moment to experience at least once in your life.

Cabaret de madame Arthur
75bis R. des Martyrs - 18th arrondissement


8. La Cité internationale des arts

For: artist workshops

One of the best-kept secrets of the neighborhood. Here, resident artists can create in peace in their studios nestled in nature. An exceptional place that can be discovered through exhibitions, meetings, performances, or screenings.

Cité internationale des arts
18 rue de l'Hôtel de ville - 4th arrondissement


9. Mopa

For: vegan kebabs

Morgane decided to prepare a kind of kebab together with her dad, and it's quite unique. The artisanal Turkish bread is spread with a white sauce, Algerian or samurai, then stuffed with vegetables and vegan "chicken", sprinkled with feta cheese and drizzled with a hint of lemon. And guess what? It's completely vegan.

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Mopa
3 Rue Pierre Fontaine - 9th arrondissement