Temple Rock Tavern — Restaurant in Paris

Temple Rock Tavern – Where Music and Pints Collide

Some nights in Paris aren’t about sophistication or subtlety; they’re about letting loose, raising a glass, and enjoying life’s raw, unpolished pleasures. Our evening at the Temple Rock Tavern was one of those nights. Tucked into Rue des Lombards, this Irish-inspired pub delivered exactly what it promised: good beer, loud music, and an atmosphere where strangers feel like old friends.

We arrived just as the night’s band was taking the stage—a local group whose charisma matched their talent. Their energy filled the room, spilling over into the crowd, which seemed more than ready to play along. It’s worth noting that the success of an evening here relies heavily on the audience, and we were fortunate to share the space with a lively, welcoming group.

The beer selection was impressive, with something for everyone. I would personally recommend the Paix-Dieu, a strong and flavorful choice that fit the vibe of the night perfectly. But here’s where a note of caution comes in: the prices. Before the band starts, a round for four—including pints and draught beers—might cost you between €20 and €35. Once the music begins, however, the prices climb sharply to €35–€55. It’s a significant leap, and one worth planning around.

The service was friendly and efficient, despite the growing crowd. The bar staff handled the surge of orders with skill, and while the atmosphere grew raucous, it never felt chaotic. The wooden interiors, the dim lighting, and the long bar lent the space a timeless quality, making it easy to lose track of the hours as the music and conversation flowed.

Temple Rock Tavern is not about fine dining or hushed conversation—it’s about immersion. The music, the beer, the crowd—it’s all part of a single, unrelenting pulse that defines the place. Whether it’s the playlist, the band, or the people around you, every night here is shaped by the energy of the moment.

Rating: 4/5 A great spot for a fun, lively night out in Paris, the Temple Rock Tavern captures the spirit of an Irish pub with a Parisian twist. While the price hike during live music hours might sting, the overall experience is worth it—especially if you arrive early, grab a good beer, and let the...

I used to be a huge fan of Tavern Temple Rock Bar back in 2021. I spent almost every weekend there — the music was great, the drinks were excellent, and it was one of my favorite places during my college years. Sadly, my experience last night changed everything.

After dinner, my girlfriend and I decided to go to Tavern Temple, excited to revisit a place filled with good memories. But when we arrived, the bar was nearly empty and, to our shock, the security guard refused to let us in. As I stood there calmly waiting to talk to him, he let two other people walk right past us and into the bar. Then, without explanation, he looked at us and told us we wouldn’t be allowed in — that we should just leave.

It was one of the most frustrating and heartbreaking nights of my life. It was clear that we were being discriminated against for being a lesbian couple. To make matters worse, the guard became physically aggressive — he grabbed me by both arms and forcibly moved me away from the entrance of the bar I once loved.

Shortly afterward, I ran into a friend who confirmed that he too had experienced a similar act of homophobia from the same security guard. He had also been denied entry without reason.

I'm devastated. The place that once felt like home during my college days has become a place of exclusion and discrimination. No one should have to go through what we did.

If you care about equality and respect for all people, especially the LGBTQ+ community, I urge you not to support Tavern Temple Rock Bar. By spending money there, you're enabling a venue that discriminates against people based on who they love. No good music or drinks can make up for the violation of basic...

Très clairement, je doute de la légitimité de la sécurité de ce bar. Bien que la sécurité inclue des travailleurs noirs, ils sembleraient qu'ils aient obtenues des ordres, ou acquis des convictions, à l'encontre des personnes "non-blanches". Je suis venu commander avec une amie (blanche) un simple bière à emporter. L'homme de la sécurité autorise mon amie à rentrer, pour un allez-retour simplement afin d'aller chercher la bière, mais pas moi. Après avoir vu cela j'essaye de lui demander très poliment juste une explication sur mon refus, tout en lui expliquant (je cite:) "qu'il n'y a pas d'équité, si l'une (blanche) peut rentrer, mais pas l'autre (métisse)" - l autre étant moi-même. Celui-ci ne voulant rien entendre, ni même donné une explication, je commence à comprendre le traquenard, en observant les personnes par la vitre. En voyant un couple de personnes typés étrangers, je leurs ai donc fait part de mon avi personnel, tout en tentant d'être prévannant envers eux, (je cite:) "attention, ces personnes sont racistes, si vous êtes légèrement typés/bazannés, on ne vous laisse pas rentrer". Ce couple s'est d'ailleurs vu refuser l'entrée pour seule excuse "c'est une soirée privée". (Pour rappel, mon amie venaient tout juste d entrer dans cette soirée à priori "privé"). À peine deux minutes après, deux femmes blanches rentrent, sans ne présenter aucun billet. Soirée privée ??? Vraiment ?! (Pour rappel, l'excuse de la soirée privée n'a pas été usé contre moi, mais uniquement contre le couple d'étranger). Mon amie arrive enfin avec ma bière, et en repartant, un client habitué vient discuter avec nous. Sa copine nous rejoint très vite, on nous explique : le client est un habitué, venant donc souvent. Il aurait témoigné d'harcelement sexuel, s'interposant contre un homme qui persistait à essayer de draguer une femme, étant limite en pleure, selon lui. Pour s'être interposé face à cet harcelement sexuel, au lieu de dégager l'aggresseur, ils l'ont dégagé lui. Donc en analysant les faits, la sécurité fait du faciès raciste, et encourage le harcelement sexuel.

Point positif : merci d'avoir permis à mon amie d'aller récupéré cette bière à emporté malgré qu'il soit totalement illégale de vendre de l alcool à emporter, c est sympa.

PS : panneau de vente de tabac interdit au moins de 18 ans à l'entrée, dans un établissement n'ayant pas de licence conforme à la vente de tabac.... Juste de la...