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La Boite

Google (379) 3.6
Tripadvisor (19) 2.9
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What reviewers say

Many visitors praise the friendly and welcoming staff, highlighting specific individuals for their kindness and excellent service, and enjoy the great atmosphere and music. However, some reviewers report negative experiences with rude staff members at the door or behind the bar, with one person even being turned away.

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15 Rue des Lombards, Paris
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+33 1 42 77 53 37

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About this place La Boite

La Boite sits at the Châtelet end of the Marais, on Rue des Lombards. It’s a gay bar defined by cheap happy-hour drinks and a video DJ projecting music clips onto screens. Think pre-game, not destination club. The reception is lukewarm. Google reviews average 3.6 stars across roughly 380 ratings. We couldn’t confirm current opening hours, so verify before you head out. Location-wise, it’s a short walk from the main gay streets around Rue des Archives and Rue Vieille du Temple. It’s easy to slot into a bar crawl.

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Gay Happy Hour Casual Mixed LGBTQ+ Dance Touristy Local favorite DJ sets Dance club Themed parties No dress code Evening venue Late night (after midnight)

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3.6
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379 reviews

Based on 379 Google reviews.

Yelena FEDOTOVA
Yelena FEDOTOVA May 2026
★★★★★

A huge thank you to this exceptional waiter, Derien! Always smiling, attentive, and incredibly kind. You can feel the genuine sincerity in his welcome and service. His wonderful energy and beautiful smile make every visit even more enjoyable. It's rare to meet someone so professional and so human. Thank you for this excellent experience; we will gladly return! I'll tell you, be proud to have such a wonderful waiter! ♥️♥️♥️

cintrat sylvain
cintrat sylvain May 2026
★★★★★

Very friendly place and very kind and smiling staff, I recommend it

Dan B
Dan B May 2026
★★★★★

Nice staff. Rude front door man.

Laura Tutino
Laura Tutino May 2026
★★★★★

This place is OUTRAGEOUS. While strolling through the iconic Marais district, it was customary to stop for a drink at a gay bar. We happened to stumble upon "La Boîte." The guy who was acting all gay by the door didn't even respond when we said hello—rude. He stared straight into my eyes for what felt like an eternity, a truly disturbing and unsettling few seconds, before finally whispering in my ear, and I quote: "We don't accept women here." I thought I'd misheard, but no. "This place is for men only; it's the owner's policy." Completely shocked, I told him that no problem, we'd gladly spend our money elsewhere, and turned on my heel. But let me refresh your memory: "According to French law (articles 225-1 and 225-2 of the Penal Code), refusing entry solely on the basis of gender is illegal, even in a community establishment. In France, a bar is a Public Access Establishment (ERP) and cannot refuse entry to someone because of their sex. This is punishable by a prison sentence of 3 years and a fine of up to €45,000." In short, you could soon be out of business. As an added bonus, I see from the comments that I'm not the only one who has been a victim of discrimination (when I read that even some Trans and Gay men are turned away), but that, strangely enough, women can be seen in your photos. Hmm, this is all very odd, it really leaves something to be desired. But, patience is a virtue. Your masks will fall one day or another, and you will finally receive the punishment you deserve.

Joël Ribardière
Joël Ribardière Apr 2026
★★★★★

Excellent welcome from Kevin and Carlos from the bar team. Great atmosphere. Music 🎶 from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Joël Ribardiere from Velizy-Villacoublay.

Mark Hollcraft
Mark Hollcraft Apr 2026
★★★★★

Friendly staff, great drinks, and definitely for all ages of the gay scene in Paris.

julian almada
julian almada Apr 2026
★★★★★

He said it was for disabled people, but I went there and they told me it wasn't possible 😪😭

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Last updated on 9 November 2026

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