Taken Club - Paris

Theresa G.

Worst experience ever. This venue is outright discriminatory, blatantly misogynistic, and completely stuck in the past. The fact that women are told they must wear “sexy high heels” in order to be let in is beyond absurd — it’s degrading, objectifying, and insulting to anyone who values self-expression and respect. Clubs should create spaces where people feel safe and free, not dictate archaic standards of what women “should” look like to be allowed entry.

To make matters worse, the staff’s behaviour was appalling. Instead of hospitality or even basic politeness, I was met with rudeness and hostility, unlike anything I’ve ever experienced before. Add to that their openly exclusionary policy that only man–woman couples are allowed, while throuples or queer constellations are rejected, and you get a place that feels more like a relic of some misogynistic past century than a modern venue that supposedly caters to open-minded communities.

I’m from Berlin, I regularly attend kink events and alternative clubs, and I’ve never been treated with such disrespect, intolerance, and narrow-mindedness as I was here. To brand themselves as a progressive space while enforcing such discriminatory rules is not just hypocritical, it’s downright shameful. Places like this have no place in today’s world.

Ahmed K.

I called this place before deciding to visit, specifically to confirm availability and the dress code. The person on the phone assured me there was no need for reservations and stated the dress code as black jeans and a sleeve shirt. Following their instructions, I dressed accordingly, booked a ride, and headed to the club. Upon arrival, I witnessed the doorman allowing two men in right before me. However, when it was my turn, he suddenly claimed, “Sorry, we’re full for single men.”

I reminded him that I had spoken to the receptionist, who told me I could come without issue. He then started scrutinizing my appearance, finally deciding my shoes were the problem, insisting they must be leather—even though I wore black shoes, just as instructed.

This place is a complete joke and incredibly unprofessional. They waste your time with false information and inconsistent rules. Avoid at all costs unless you enjoy being treated poorly.

Greg T.

Very stylish club. The dance floor was small, not too small, which made it more intimate. The drinks are nicely made and the staff was very accommodating. We weren't thrilled with the single men allowed to wander the back areas, but we overcame it and they were polite enough. 😜 There's some cool nooks and everyone was very friendly and sexy. Hot couples everywhere of course, it was fashion week after all!

Emily M.

I tried to attend this club with my partner, but they would not let us enter because she was wearing pants. I understand the need to dress appropriately and formally, but she was wearing a very nice button up blouse and pink dress pants. I find it ridiculous that in 2023 an establishment does not allow women to wear pants. As a lesbian couple, this makes it very clear that this venue is centered around male attention rather than enjoying the freedom of experience.

Colin P.

This male host grunts as he opens the door, tells my wife to come in, then asks me if I will change my shirt. Sure, your rules say “no t-shirt, no basketball” when you translate the French page. But your English page says “Gentlemen, put on your best costume, with a sober shirt and pretty shoes.”

Funny. I wear a seductive style that fits modern attractive dress, but you want to limit the forms of attraction people can present. Me wearing a 1000 EUR suit, 200 EUR Nikes, and a white t-shirt are absolutely unacceptable. A sober shirt isn’t a white t-shirt? Oh, let my wife in anyway, and also tell us that no one will show up tonight, that it will be a quiet night. Turn away one of the few customers you will see that evening, clearly dressed to seduce.

The truth is clear: you didn’t want to work last night. Your establishment rules for attire are poorly written and outdated. Your host stands there in damaged dress shoes, a 20 EUR collared shirt. Not really wanting to work and doing the minimum to follow your own dress code. Quite pathetic.

I came dressed in modern formality that your establishment didn’t accept. Maybe your establishment is trash? Yes, it is trash. We laughed all the way to the next establishment and they warmly invited us in… because we were dressed to seduce.

Will certainly warn people how stupid this place is for years to come.

India W.

They will not allow women who wear pants to enter? It is 2023 and this club is discriminating against women who ( though dressed nicely) are wearing pants.

I wouldn't recommend anyone visit this club. It has very outdated policies and ,from what I could see, it was empty. In addition to that, staff was incredibly rude.

Not worth anyone's time.

M&M M.

What a ridiculous club, they want everyone dressed as if they were going to a funeral. Heads up and make sure you wear most uncomfortable suit and pointiest shoes you can find just to get in this place that seems to just allow 60 and over through their door!

sabrina R.

The people who go there are great, you don't feel uncomfortable at all, they you make you feel as you wish to experience it. Unfortunately, as staff goes, they do not seem to care as to what happens to you once you leave. If you go with a guest and wish to leave, they are obligated to come with you. The guest that brought me took all my money, was angry when I wanted to leave, yet waited an hour around to be nice. Than was abandoned in the middle of Paris with no money, no help, nobody. I live right next the the Aerport Orly, I had to walk home. I know this is not their fault, but they did nothing to help either, even once I phoned them to try to inform them so that no other girl would be stuck in my position... I got lucky on my way home from 2:30 am, walking until the metros opened to the nearest one that would bring me home.... Thanks for the help, staff! It's good to know once you have the money, what happens to your clients doesn't concern you.