Expert recommendations of the best clubs, bars, and other after-dark venues.
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Bal du Moulin Rouge
The cabaret that saw the birthplace of the cancan; 60 perfectly synchronized dancing girls, comedians, and performances in the famous giant aquarium. Shows including a half bottle of champagne at 9 p.m. ($134) and 11 p.m. ($120); dinner available. 82 Boulevard de Clichy; Métro: Blanche; tel. +33 (0) 1 53 09 82 82. www.moulinrouge.fr
Batofar
Alternative Paris's party central; big red barge on the Seine featuring DJs and live acts from around the world playing jazz, rap, and techno until 6 a.m. "The barge's convivial, brightly painted wood and iron interior adds to the fun."—Cécile Chavent, writer, Guide Routard Paris. Cover from $10. Quai François Mauriac; Métro: Quai de la Gare; tel. +33 (0) 1 53 60 17 30. www.batofar.org
Le Canotier du Pied de la Butte
"Old-fashioned cabaret with singers belting out songs that have become part of Paris's DNA."—French-American artist Tom Jones. Intimate red, black, and mirrored interior; French songs invoking the spirits of Edith Piaf, Maurice Chevalier, and Jacques Brel. Shows nightly at 9 and 10:30 p.m.; jazz Monday at 10:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 9 p.m. Tickets $22, includes one drink. 62 Boulevard Rochechouart; Métro: Anvers; tel. +33 (0) 1 46 06 02 86. www.pariscanotier.com
Les Bains Douches
In a former Turkish baths, 1980s hot nightspot has become chic once again; Friday night supper club with live jazz and soul music; a well-dressed crowd. Cover from $15. 7 Rue du Bourg l'Abbé; Métro: Etienne Marcel; tel. +33 (0) 1 48 87 01 80. www.lesbainsdouches.net
New Morning
"One of the mythic clubs of Paris, small and convivial, in recent years has branched out beyond the frontiers of jazz to world music."—Cécile Chavent. Top jazz performers (Wynton and Branford Marsalis, Carla Bley, Steve Swallow); concerts Monday-Friday at 9 p.m. Tickets from $25. 7-9 Rue des Petites-Ecuries; Métro: Château d'Eau; tel. +33 (0) 1 45 23 51 41. www.newmorning.com
Point Ephémère
Former warehouse now a bar, restaurant, and terrace on the banks of the Canal St-Martin; one of the hottest clubs in Paris; cutting-edge music, dance, and exhibitions. "Big and bohemian, yet relaxed and sympathique; the benches along the canal are a great place to hang out and make new friends."—Cécile Chavent. 200 Quai de Valmy; Métro: Jaurès; tel. +33 (0) 1 40 34 02 48. www.pointephemere.org
