We’ve all seen those movies: a blackjack table, cards gliding across the green felt and chips changing hands beneath the lights of a Las Vegas casino. But you don’t need to catch a flight to experience it for yourself. In Paris, several gaming clubs let you give it a try, just steps from the Champs-Élysées or in the 13th arrondissement.
The idea? Meet up with friends for a drink, have dinner on site and discover this legendary game, with the dealer guiding you every step of the way. Even if you don’t play, the atmosphere is worth experiencing!
A few minutes’ walk from the Champs-Élysées, the Club Pierre Charron is often regarded as a Parisian landmark. A guardian of gaming tradition, it also stands out for the quality of its bar, restaurant and cigar lounge, making it much more than a gaming club. If you start with a drink, you’ll appreciate its exceptional selection of wines and spirits, as well as its signature cocktails.
As for dining, take your time: the elegant restaurant is open all day, from noon to 5 a.m. The team, drawn from some of the finest establishments, will serve you a menu of classics executed to perfection. We genuinely believe it’s Paris’s best-kept secret. Of course, the blackjack tables take pride of place among the other house-banked games. All five tables are linked to the jackpot, which can be won with a royal flush.
The teams are here to explain the rules and guide you through your first bets. The basic idea of blackjack is easy to grasp: you need to get a total higher than the dealer’s without going over 21. After that, it’s all about deciding one card at a time: do you ask for another or stick with what you have? That moment of hesitation is part of what makes the game so appealing.
With its green felt tables and typically Parisian atmosphere, Club Pierre Charron will introduce you to a whole new world!
A different atmosphere, just a few steps from Place de l’Étoile: the Partouche Pasino Club brings together gaming tables, a bar and a restaurant in a spacious, multi-level venue, recently opened on Avenue de la Grande Armée.
You can plan dinner at Tenaga, the Italian-inspired restaurant, before heading to the blackjack tables. And if some of your friends prefer poker or simply want to carry on chatting over a drink, everyone can tailor their evening.
Admission is free. Since minimum bets may vary from table to table, it’s best to check with the staff when you arrive.
On Rue Marbeuf, the Paris Élysées Club cultivates an elegant atmosphere, just steps from the Champs-Élysées. It’s the kind of place you can add to an evening’s plans after a stroll around the neighborhood or before a leisurely dinner.
The club combines table games, a bar and a restaurant. Blackjack is available with bets starting at €20, and entry is free. One option to keep in mind if you’re looking for an outing in the 8th arrondissement that’s a change from the usual restaurant date.
For a change of scene, head to Avenue d’Ivry. In the 13th arrondissement, the Impérial Club Paris offers a lively atmosphere, with its gaming tables, bar, restaurant and special events.
Blackjack is available from €10. Admission costs €15; when you sign up for a membership card, the club offers €10 in non-negotiable chips, subject to the terms listed on site. You can then extend the evening over dinner or a drink: the restaurant is open from 7 p.m. to midnight.
It’s hard to find a more central location: the Club Barrière Paris is right on the Champs-Élysées, in the former premises of the Aviation Club de France, an address that has made its mark on the history of gambling in Paris.
The atmosphere is more subdued here. You can settle in at the bar, discover the La Table du Club restaurant, then head to the blackjack tables. Some have minimum bets starting at €10; ask at reception which tables are available.
An outing to pair with an evening in the neighborhood, whether you’re coming to play or simply to discover the venue.
Before heading out, remember to bring a valid original ID: entry to clubs is restricted to adults who are not barred from gambling. Accepted forms of ID and entry requirements may vary by venue; checking its website will help you avoid any surprises.
Once you’re there, don’t hesitate to say you’re a beginner. The staff can point out the tables and their minimum bets. You can also take a few minutes to watch a game before joining in.
Finally, if you choose to play, set a budget in advance, separate from what you’ll spend on dinner or drinks. Blackjack is still a game of chance: no strategy guarantees a win. The most important thing is to enjoy the evening, whether you spend it at a gaming table, over a drink or enjoying a good meal.
Club Pierre Charron
62, rue Pierre Charron, Paris 8th arrondissement
Every day from 12 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
Free admission
clubpierrecharron.com
Partouche Pasino Club
10, avenue de la Grande Armée, 17th arrondissement of Paris
Every day from noon to 6 a.m.
Free admission
partouchepasinoclub.com
Paris Élysées Club
34, rue Marbeuf, 8th arrondissement, Paris
Every day, 5 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Free admission
pariselyseesclub.com
Impérial Club Paris
23 avenue d’Ivry, Paris 13th arrondissement
Every day, 2 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Admission: €15 (€10 in non-negotiable chips)
imperialclubparis.com
Club Barrière Paris
104, avenue des Champs-Élysées, 8th arrondissement of Paris
Every day from 1 p.m. to 6 a.m.
casinosbarriere.com/paris
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