Badaboum occupies a former printing workshop on the Rue des Taillandiers in Paris's 11th arrondissement, a short walk from the Bastille opera and the lively nightlife corridors around Rue de la Roquette. The club opened in 2013 and has since established itself as one of the more characterful mid-sized venues in the east of the city, drawing a crowd that is distinctly Parisian in its tastes and largely local in its origins.
The programming axis runs through disco, funk, soul, and house — a warmer and more dance-heritage-oriented palette than the harder techno and house that dominate clubs such as Rex or Concrete. R&B, Afrobeat, and related genres appear regularly, and the venue books both French resident DJs and international acts who fit comfortably within the groover end of the electronic music spectrum. The dancefloor is small by Paris club standards — intimate is the more accurate description — and this compression contributes to the sense of energy and physical warmth that distinguishes Badaboum from larger, more cavernous venues.
The interior has been built up around the original industrial bones of the printing workshop: exposed stone, brick, and metal coexist with considered decoration, a cocktail bar area, and a lounge section that allows guests to take a break from the dancefloor without leaving the venue. A second smaller room supplements the main space on busier nights.
Opening hours on Friday and Saturday are 23:30 to 07:00. Cover charges are €10–€15. Drinks are priced at €8–€13. The door policy is relaxed relative to Paris's more underground venues; the crowd is inclusive and the atmosphere social rather than austere. Smart-casual dress is the norm without strict enforcement. The 11th arrondissement context means guests routinely combine Badaboum with dinner or pre-drinks elsewhere in Bastille — at nearby wine bars, natural wine restaurants, or cocktail spots — before the club opens.
The Bastille neighbourhood's high concentration of late-night venues and Badaboum's warm programming have made it a consistent recommendation for visitors to Île-de-France who want a dancing evening without the severity of Paris's more techno-oriented clubs.
Good to know
- Hours
- Fri–Sat 23:30–07:00
- Signature
- Bastille district club mixing disco, funk, house, and R&B; strong local crowd; intimate dancefloor
Location
2 bis Rue des Taillandiers, 75011 Paris, France
48.8540, 2.3725 View on map
Highlights
- Disco, funk, soul, and house programming — a warmer musical palette than the city's techno-focused clubs
- Intimate dancefloor in a converted 11th arrondissement printing workshop near Bastille
- Strong local Parisian following that gives evenings a neighbourly, non-tourist atmosphere
- Cocktail bar and lounge area for breaks from the dancefloor within the same space
- Accessible and inclusive door policy welcoming a diverse age range and social crowd
Tips for visiting
- Friday nights draw a younger, more local crowd; Saturday is the busiest and most mixed night of the week
- The dancefloor fills from around 01:30 — arriving at midnight allows access to the full arc of the evening
- Pre-drinks at Bastille's natural wine bars on Rue de Charonne or Rue de la Roquette are a natural warm-up
- Smart-casual dress is sufficient; trainers and sportswear can occasionally lead to refusal at the door on busier nights
- Check the night's specific booking before visiting — the quality and style of the DJ varies considerably across events
Frequently asked questions
What kind of music plays at Badaboum?
The programming centres on disco, funk, soul, house, and R&B, with occasional Afrobeat, Latin, and related genres. The emphasis is on dancefloor music with roots in Black American music traditions rather than the harder European techno spectrum.
How strict is the entry policy?
The door is relatively inclusive by Paris club standards. Smart-casual dress is sufficient and the primary considerations are demeanour and evident interest in dancing rather than any strict dress requirement.
How big is the dancefloor?
The main dancefloor is intentionally intimate. At full capacity it becomes physically warm and close, which is part of the appeal for regulars. A second smaller room is available on the busiest nights.
Is Badaboum suitable for a mixed group with varying music preferences?
Yes, within reason. The programming is more eclectic than a pure techno venue and the lounge area allows guests to socialise off the floor. It is well suited to groups where not everyone is primarily a dance-music specialist.
What are the nearest public transport options?
The nearest Métro station is Ledru-Rollin on Line 8, approximately five minutes on foot from the Rue des Taillandiers. Bastille station on lines 1, 5, and 8 is also reachable in around ten minutes on foot.