{"id":24237,"date":"2025-10-09T17:02:25","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T16:02:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/?p=24237"},"modified":"2025-10-09T17:05:01","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T16:05:01","slug":"former-cabarets-transformed-into-bars-or-nightclubs-in-paris","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/blog\/former-cabarets-transformed-into-bars-or-nightclubs-in-paris\/","title":{"rendered":"Former cabarets transformed into bars or nightclubs in Paris"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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What would Paris be without its bars, clubs, and nightspots<\/b><\/span>? Long before these venues appeared, it was in cabarets<\/b><\/span> that Parisian nightlife first flourished.<\/p>

From the early 19th century, Parisians gathered there to eat, drink, dance, and sing while artists performed on stage. Some cabarets have survived the test of time, while others have reinvented themselves.<\/p>

Here\u2019s a look at former cabarets that transformed into modern nightlife venues<\/b><\/span>\u2014and one legendary cabaret that has remained true to its roots.<\/p>

Raspoutine \u2013 The Russian Cabaret Turned Exclusive Nightclub<\/b><\/h3>

Once a famed Russian cabaret<\/b><\/span>, Raspoutine has long attracted artists and celebrities, including Serge Gainsbourg.<\/p>

Located in the heart of the Golden Triangle, this historic venue<\/b><\/span> is now a high-end baroque-style nightclub<\/b><\/span>, officially listed as a historical monument.<\/p>

From 11 p.m. onward, Raspoutine turns into a chic and mysterious den for Parisian night owls<\/b><\/span>, offering a glamorous throwback to the city\u2019s bohemian past.<\/p>

Address:<\/b><\/b><\/p>

58 rue de Bassano<\/p>

75008 Paris<\/p>

Chez Moune \u2013 From Lesbian Cabaret to Underground Club<\/b><\/h3>

A pillar of Parisian nightlife since the 1930s, Chez Moune<\/b><\/span> was once a female-only cabaret<\/b><\/span>, one of the first of its kind in Paris.<\/p>

Today, it has become a trendy underground club<\/b><\/span> popular among young Parisians.<\/p>

Nestled in Pigalle, this venue mixes a vintage aesthetic<\/b><\/span> with cutting-edge sounds<\/b><\/span>, serving cocktails and champagne late into the night in a liberated, electric atmosphere.<\/p>

Address:<\/b><\/b><\/p>

54 rue Jean-Baptiste Pigalle<\/p>

75009 Paris<\/p>

Oh! Happy \u2013 Cabaret Bar and Live Concerts<\/b><\/h3>

Located in the 2nd arrondissement, Oh! Happy<\/b><\/span> combines the conviviality of a cabaret with the energy of a live concert hall.<\/p>

In a warm and inviting setting, guests enjoy live performances across musical genres<\/b><\/span>, before continuing the evening with drinks and dancing until 1:30 a.m.<\/p>

It\u2019s the perfect spot for those who love a lively night out blending music, food, and fun.<\/p>

Address:<\/b><\/b><\/p>

23 rue Saint-Marc<\/p>

75002 Paris<\/p>

Madame Arthur \u2013 The Transformist Cabaret Club<\/b><\/h3>

Welcome to <\/span>Madame Arthur<\/b>, where <\/span>burlesque meets French chanson<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

This historic Montmartre cabaret celebrates the art of drag and parody<\/b><\/span>, offering shows filled with humor, sensuality, and theatrical flair\u2014all performed in French!<\/p>

After the performances, DJs take over with French pop remixes and vintage hits<\/b><\/span>, keeping the party alive until the early morning hours.<\/p>

Address:<\/b><\/b><\/p>

75 rue des Martyrs<\/p>

75018 Paris<\/p>

Le Paradis Latin \u2013 The Oldest Cabaret in Paris Still Shining Bright<\/b><\/h3>

While many former cabarets have reinvented themselves as bars or clubs, Le Paradis Latin<\/b><\/span> stands as a rare example of authentic tradition preserved<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>

Founded in <\/span>1803 by Napoleon Bonaparte<\/b> and <\/span>rebuilt in 1889 by Gustave Eiffel<\/b>, this legendary venue remains one of the <\/span>great institutions of Parisian nightlife<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

It is not a simple cabaret bar, but a historic theater of celebration<\/b><\/span>, where guests can dine, drink, and be dazzled by an unforgettable show.<\/p>

On stage since 2019, L\u2019Oiseau Paradis<\/i>\u2014<\/span>directed and choreographed by Kamel Ouali<\/b>\u2014enchants audiences with a mix of <\/span>poetry, sensuality, humor, and technology<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

Performed by over 30 international artists, the revue captures the spirit of the Grande Revue Parisienne<\/b><\/span>, blending timeless glamour with modern creativity.<\/p>

Just like in a club, guests can enjoy champagne and cocktails at their table, but here the night takes on an extra sparkle\u2014the elegance of a true Parisian cabaret<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>

Address:<\/b><\/b><\/p>

Le Paradis Latin<\/p>

28 rue du Cardinal Lemoine<\/p>

75005 Paris<\/p>

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Times have changed: most of Paris\u2019s former cabarets have evolved into clubs and bars to keep up with modern nightlife.<\/p>

But since its 1889 reconstruction by Gustave Eiffel<\/b><\/span>, Le Paradis Latin<\/b><\/span> has continued to captivate audiences with its spectacular shows, historic atmosphere, and unmatched Parisian charm<\/b><\/span>\u2014a living symbol of the city\u2019s eternal flair for celebration.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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What would Paris be without its bars, clubs, and nightspots? Long before these venues appeared, it was in cabarets that Parisian nightlife first flourished. From the early 19th century, Parisians gathered there to eat, drink, dance, and sing while artists performed on stage. Some cabarets have survived the test of time, while others have reinvented […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":4069,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[52],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-24237","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-world-of-cabaret"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24237","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24237"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24237\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24241,"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24237\/revisions\/24241"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4069"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24237"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24237"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.paradislatin.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24237"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}