LGBTQ+ bar · Marais · Paris

Quetzal Bar

10 Rue de la Verrerie, 75004 Paris, France

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Practical info

Entry: Free entry, you only pay for your drinks
Getting there: Metro: Hôtel de Ville (lines 1 and 11) or Saint-Paul (line 1)
Vibe: A predominantly male clientele, with house and electro DJ sets on Fridays and Saturdays

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Opening hours

Every day17:00 – 02:00

Hours are indicative. Please check with the venue.

A gay hangout in the heart of the Marais

Quetzal Bar welcomes you at 10 rue de la Verrerie, just steps from the Hôtel de Ville in Paris's 4th arrondissement. Opened in the late 1980s, the venue has a large indoor room, big windows opening onto the street, a pinball area and an outdoor terrace.

The place draws a mostly male crowd in their thirties and forties, a mix of neighbourhood regulars and passing tourists. The welcome is warm, with cheerful bar staff. You can settle in from 17:00 to enjoy happy hour until 22:00, with drinks at fair prices for the Marais.

Good to know

Arrive as soon as it opens at 17:00, or around 18:00, if you want a chance of finding a seat. The terrace remains the perfect spot for watching the world go by on the street.

Lively parties and DJ sets

During the week, background music accompanies the chat over a beer or a cocktail. The atmosphere becomes more conducive to meeting people and flirting a little later in the evening.

On Friday and Saturday nights, DJs take over the decks to play house and electro sets. The bar then turns properly festive and danceable until closing time at 02:00. There is a small step at the entrance, but the outdoor terrace is easily accessible for a drink. You'll find more addresses in the city in Gay and lesbian bars in Paris.

Our team's take

When we visited the Quetzal Bar, we immediately appreciated the cheerful atmosphere and the warm welcome from the waiting staff. We recommend arriving as soon as it opens at 5 pm or around 6 pm if you want to get a seat. Happy hour runs from 5 pm to 10 pm with reasonable prices for the Marais – perfect for relaxing on the terrace and watching the world go by. Later in the evening, the atmosphere becomes much more festive and conducive to meeting people, attracting people in their thirties and forties as well as tourists. There’s a small step at the entrance, but the terrace offers a very comfortable spot to sit.

By the Agenda LGBT team · visited in September 2026

FAQ

Is there an entrance charge for the Quetzal Bar?

No, entry to the venue is free of charge and there is no admission fee. You only pay for what you consume whilst there.

Is there a happy hour?

Yes, there’s a happy hour every day from 5 pm to 10 pm, with prices that are reasonable for the neighbourhood.

What time should I arrive to get a seat?

It’s best to arrive as soon as it opens at 5 pm, or by 6 pm at the latest, to find a free table, whether inside or on the terrace.

What sort of music is played in the bar?

The music is kept low-key in the early evening and on weekdays. On Friday and Saturday evenings, DJs play house and electro sets in a festive atmosphere.

Is the bar accessible to people with reduced mobility?

There is a slight step at the entrance, but the outdoor terrace along Rue de la Verrerie makes it easy to find a seat.

How do I get to the bar by public transport?

The nearest station is Hôtel de Ville (lines 1 and 11). You can also get off at Saint-Paul (line 1) or walk a few minutes from Châtelet.