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Café de la Danse

Black and white image of sound engineer performing sound checks with lights projected behind empty stage reading Café de la Danse
Photo via Facebook, Café de la Danse

Casual & Comfortable Concert Venue


5 Passage Louis-Philippe, 75011 Paris

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Tucked in an easy-to-miss passageway steps from the lively Rue de Lappe, Le Café de la Danse is one of my favorite calmer concert venues in Paris.

Whether it’s rock, pop, classical, or jazz, the performances here always feel personal and laid-back. No matter if you’re seated or standing, the connection with the artist is undeniable.

The space itself is simple, fitting up to 500 people (or 250 with seating). It’s just the right mix of intimate and spacious, of no-frills and still being excellent at what it does.

View inside Paris live music venue Café de la Danse
Inside the Café de la Danse, Paris live music venue. Photo via Facebook, Café de la Danse.

I’ve been to several shows here, and each time, the sound has been excellent. Another thing I really enjoy about the Café de la Danse is that there aren’t many flashy lights or fancy effects — the music truly takes center stage.

And because this Bastille concert venue is a bit hidden with its entrance in an alleyway, there’s something a little extra exciting about coming to a concert here — you feel like you’re in on a local secret.

French band Lysistrata on stage under lights performing to a packed house for the 2017 Prix Ricard at the Café de la Danse in Paris
French band Lysistrata performing during the 2017 Prix Ricard. Photo via Facebook, Café de la Danse.

So if you’re in Paris and looking for an authentic, affordable, no-frills live music experience, Café de la Danse should be at the top of your list. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, it’s the perfect spot to discover new artists or see your favorites in a space where the music truly shines.

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