The Harp Bar sur Paris

28/07/2026: iconic playlists, legendary bartender outfits, top-notch Congo lines (shout-out Jason and Arina for organising one, glad I missed it) (shout-out Mikey for being loyal to The Strokes at all times) (shout-out to customers, idk how the bartenders understand what half of you are saying)

26/07/2026: For three weeks this little pub became a regular haunt, as we rented an apartment on the Quai de Valmy, opposite. We have fond memories of the place, balmy evenings in May 2011, sat at a pavement table, or on the canal wall with a cool beer and wine, surrounded by people of the banlieue and visitors alike, playing music, picnic, pizza, it was blissful. The pub is extremely functional, few fripperies, just a hugely warm welcome from the staff and owner, great service with loads of humour, it's a wonderful pace to send an evening, or a casual drink. We had good times inside and out, though more out due to the wonderful weather at the time. It's a great place for watching the world go by, particularly during the evening rush-hour, and the low number of tourists makes this a genuine Parisian-neighbourhood experience. Even good when crowded, the good-natured bar-staff manage to get through the orders quickly, it felt at times as though our regular drink order was served almost before we were through the door. We're looking forward t our next opportunity to spend tie on the Canal, and to get back to our seats outside this groovy establishment.