A drink, a view, and then the night takes over... In Bastille, Chez Mylène, the iconic LGBTQIA+ bar of the 12th arrondissement, invites you to share a drink in good company, then extend the evening—from rooftop vantage points to views of the Arsenal Canal and a lively dance vibe. Here, you can start off with a calm drink overlooking the canal, and then stay as the bar switches up its atmosphere and the night heats up.
On the drink side, Chez Mylène clearly leans more toward a bar than a restaurant. People come mainly for a glass, with a menu that spotlights wines and signature cocktails. A few classics are also on offer, but the idea is pretty simple: order a drink, share the table, and let the evening unfold. For food, the selection is brief: four pizzas, hummus, fries, tenders, and some tapas. Enough to nibble together without turning the place into an actual dining spot.
What also sets Chez Mylène apart is its intimate, neighborly atmosphere. The tables are fairly close, which quickly changes the dynamic: you don’t stay tucked away in your corner with your drink. Conversations start more easily, groups mingle, and table neighbors sometimes end up chatting. In that sense, the bar functions less as a simple drinking spot and more as a place to meet people—without it feeling forced.
Later in the evening, the pace can shift again. Around 10 p.m., the interior can take on a club-like vibe, often with a DJ. So you can drop by for a drink, linger for the atmosphere, and watch the night unfold naturally. Chez Mylène maintains this fairly free spirit—part bar, part meeting spot, and part festive venue—with an experience that can vary from one night to the next. Shall we swing by for a look?
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, please drink responsibly.
Location
Chez Mylène
67 Boulevard de la Bastille
75012 Paris 12
Access
Metro line 1 or 5 "Bastille" station
Official website
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