Plat/Form, Bar and guinguette in the 13th arrondissement, Paris, France.
Plat/Form is a bar and guinguette on the Port de la Gare in the 13th arrondissement offering drinks and food with views of the Seine. The venue has a waterside terrace looking out onto the river and its surrounding quays.
The 13th arrondissement underwent major redevelopment starting in the 1990s with the construction of the François Mitterrand Library and surrounding facilities. This transformation changed the area from an industrial zone into a modern residential and leisure district.
The name refers to a platform, capturing its role as an open gathering space for diverse visitors. The music and events here reflect contemporary takes on traditional French guinguettes in this part of Paris.
The location is close to the François Mitterrand Library metro station and easily accessible by public transit. Visitors should note that the terrace use varies depending on the season and weather conditions.
The venue maintains a strict environmental policy banning single-use plastic and actively supports local sustainability efforts. It also opens its space free of charge to local organizations during quieter periods.
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