Tucked on a small street behind the Bastille, Le Plastic is inconspicuous enough to avoid the swell of tourists, catering instead to an artsy international set galvanized by the bar’s charged, colorful atmosphere. Simple and charming decor, libations like liquid gold, and fine cheese and olive plates for between-beers noshing satisfy all requisites for creature comforts.

Here, you’ll find choice films projected on the wall, DJs playing out rock-centric mixes, and even occasionally the punters being let loose on the decks. For a really good time, sample one (or several) of Le Plastic’s mojitos.