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RAIDD

Unique Shower Bar in Town

Paris, France
3.7
1,561 reviews

Neighbourhood

Paris

Category

Bars

Vibe

Cocktails, Dance +1

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About RAIDD

Known for its infamous "shower show," this bar draws a trendy mix of younger locals, adventurous study abroad students, and international visitors, all eager to experience a unique blend of nightlife entertainment​​. Raidd Bar's signature event, the Shower Show, featuring hot, hunky male dancers who perform in a huge aquarium-like tank embedded in the bar's wall, ensuring there's never a dull moment. But it's not just about the eye candy; the bar also hosts themed nights like Disco Tuesdays and Brazilian Wednesdays, keeping the party vibe alive all week long​​. Despite being one of the most popular gay bars in Paris, Raidd maintains a welcoming atmosphere with reasonably priced drinks and a cozy lounge area in the basement, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle above. With no cover charge to enter and a vibrant crowd, it's a great place to mix, mingle, and maybe even pick up a number or two​​. What sets Raidd apart is not just its entertainment but also its commitment to creating a safe and inclusive space. The performers, from the male strippers showering hourly in plexiglass stalls to the shirtless bartenders, add to the bar's allure, making it a visual treat. It's a spot where you can expect pop music, boys dancing, and the occasional shower show, all contributing to a lively and engaging atmosphere.

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RAIDD

RAIDD Bar, Rue du Temple, Paris, France

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WhereIs.Gay rating

3.6

1,561 reviews

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    3.4
  • Google Maps
    3.9
  • Yelp
    3.4

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WhereIs.Gay visitor

22 Feb 2021

Hella crowded with pumping music ... but a great place to start a big gay night out in Paris. Raidd Bar is famous for it's full frontal go-go boy shower shows which kick off around midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. They're pretty hot but once you've seen them once the shower gimmick loses it's appeal.

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One of the greatest queer party i ve been to. Authentic pop music, not too much space to dance, mainly men, but still very welcoming. I didn't understand the shirtless employee who asked me if i want to drink with him and me pay for both.

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Josh Williamson
Josh Williamson

in the last week

Visiting from America and had a wonderful time. After a misunderstanding, Hussein was great and helped me. He knew English which was helpful. The bar also had good music and atmosphere. Smoking in basement that was separate.

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Chris Lloyd
Chris Lloyd

5 months ago

an ICONIC gay bar - deffo worth visiting in Paris. Famous for having a naked shower dancer on the bar. Really friendly staff - I particularly enjoyed chatting with Hussein and Cédric who told me all about the bar’s history. GREAT SNACKS THEY SELL TUC BISCUITS !!!!!!!!

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Antoine Da Silva
Antoine Da Silva

a month ago

I recommend this place for people who wants to have a chill fun time along with a warm welcoming atmosphere from specifically Hussein the barman, we asked him to do us a cocktail that he recommends and we ended up drinking 4 each of those pornstar cocktails, was very communicative and sweet. The place is fun, we spend two nights in a row there during our stay in Paris.

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Felipe
Felipe

a month ago

The waiter is rude for no reason. He has given everyone peanuts with their drinks in front of our faces except to us. The experience was only good because we're together as a group. A place to not come back.

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Richard H.

Richard H.

20 Mar 2025

Cute people nice a beautiful lady passed around glow bracelets she either in the family or an ally so sweet Drinks are pricey compared to la for the strong...

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Nina B.

29 Jun 2026

As a tourist I will not be going back here! I went outside and it was only 1 am and they close at 4 am. Door man was so extremely rude and said we couldn't...

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Ettore M.

Ettore M.

7 Jan 2026

One of the best places to go for cocktails for LGBT's. We went there a few nights while we were there in Paris and the cocktails are really good and they're...

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Listing details

Last updated
12 February 2024
Listed in
Paris › France
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