Monsieur Baba

This jolly bar and restaurant stands out from the crowds on the Rue Faubourg Saint-Denis thanks to its joyful décor and affordable prices. With menus hanging from the ceiling and a lively range of playful masks for children, it makes a change from the standard chic bistro. Check out a good range of wines by the glass from €3.50 to €6.50, or splash out on a €10 cocktail. Want to get a head start? A ‘baba shot’ will set you back just €4. Food is a bit less exciting, with unmemorable international small plates around the €10 mark. Come instead for the buzzy vibe, the after-work drinks deals and the Monday night fortune telling evening.