The Best Bars in France
Unusual art deco cocktail bar in the Hotel Roosevelt with ultra-innovative signature drinks, Japanese snacks such as sushi, gyoza, mochi and luxurious retro flair. The bar team's creations are as extravagant as the ivory white, mustard yellow and emerald green interior.
Between historic tapestries and walnut panelling from different eras, Champagne, Champagne cocktails and classic and creative drinks taste uniquely good. In summer, however, you can enjoy life on the sun-drenched terrace of Le Versailles Bar.
Zitto means something like "shush, quietly" in Italian. Perfect, as this is a speakeasy bar whose very nature is to be secret. Once you have found the entrance (tip: Instagram), you will be rewarded with an atmospheric ambience, excellently prepared drinks and great service.
In one of the most beautiful restaurants in Nice, you can enjoy the delicately composed creations of chef Damien Andrews: lacquered sea bream, octopus carpaccio, prawn ravioli with hazelnut espuma. The terrace and veranda are a dream.
The pretty boutique hotel with the resonant name has a delightful bar on the ground floor that is open to everyone, as well as a charming roof terrace with pastel coloured furniture and 360-degree views over Nice, where you can enjoy drinks as well as simple Mediterranean-Greek dishes.
Babel Babel is many things: a bar with good drinks and a small, fine natural wine list, an uncomplicated trendy restaurant, a great sundowner spot, a pleasant place with a promenade pole position ... or simply a relaxed place with good beats and a casual atmosphere.
Very atmospheric bar within walking distance of the Cours Saleya, known for its excellent cocktails and friendly service. In addition to classics such as the Negroni, there are also more unusual drinks such as the Smoked Old Fashioned, as well as Cuban cigars, ham and cheese platters and music.
Lively, Italophile bar with colourful fusion cuisine, exceptional wines and freshly mixed drinks. Pinsa and salads are particularly recommended. On evenings with live DJ performances, the atmosphere is vibrant and it's worth making a reservation. The sunny terrace is another plus.
Pretty trendy bar with terrace on the ground floor and balcony on the upper floor directly on the Quai des Etats-Unis. The main reason to come here is the unobstructed view of the turquoise bay, and the atmosphere is relaxed in the evenings. The drinks are solid, but it's best to go somewhere else for dinner.
A hot tip for rum fans and anyone who wants to become one. The selection is good and the advice is friendly and competent. Attention, not for those seeking peace and quiet: there is a lot of singing, dancing and tapping, especially late at night - it is also a popular dance bar with the locals.
A small oasis with a whirlpool, sofas and fairy lights has been created on the seventh floor of the Hotel Monsigny. The view of the sea of rooftops and the sky shimmering in all shades of blue and pink is particularly rewarding here. In addition to cocktails and mocktails, there is finger food to share.
The perfect sundowner, at least as far as the view is concerned, can be enjoyed on the balcony of this hybrid of party location, breakfast spot and day bar, which is particularly popular with the younger crowd. With burgers, Caesar salad and nachos, the menu is clearly characterised by American fast food.
Located in a former distillery, this neighbourhood pub boasts an authentic atmosphere, an old town terrace and a rustic interior. Locals in particular like to meet here, whether for an aperitif or various nightcaps. The food mainly serves to replenish electrolytes.