The best bars and cafés Brittany

Former basketball player Guillaume Mérie has moved into an atypical location. After two years of renovation, he has opened his coffee shop in the Embas tower! This coffee and patisserie enthusiast focuses on organic, ultra-short circuits and homemade products. This particularly cosy space, with its old stone walls and exposed beams, is the perfect place to enjoy a gourmet coffee, a pastry, a hot dog or even a raclette bowl, a creation for the end of 2023! Upstairs, the tower offers equally seductive rooms of over 30 m².

Beer Zone is a new pub pub in the rennes suburbs where you can eat in a sporting atmosphere. On the map, pizza and burgers are offered with homemade French fries. The wooden terrace offers a nice setting for a good Irish beer or good whisky when the beautiful days arrive. Wine lovers are not left with a selection of a dozen wines with glass. Beer Zone offers an opportunity to meet friends during a football game or to improvise a darts tournament.

La Coloc' is an institution on Brest harbor. Here, you'll feel right at home in a space designed just like that, from the living room to the bathroom and the library! Carpets on the floor, flowery walls and antique objects all add to the charm of this convivial address, where you can enjoy an afternoon drink or an evening aperitif with friends. In keeping with the spirit of the place, everything has been designed to be shared, from cocktails served in pitchers to the famous Coloc' tartines, equally generous in both hot and cold versions. Sundays are brunch, with an ultra-complete formula at €23, for a gourmet moment with a sea view!

On the Place Saint-Germain, where it's so pleasant to lounge, the neighborhood is alive with emblematic bars and restaurants. The eponymous bar has almost doubled in size in the last year, but the atmosphere remains the same: a bar with an air of yesteryear, with a variety of mottled objects, bistro-style chairs, a large counter and a clientele that's a little bobo but terribly friendly. Beers, wines, nice dishes at lunchtime, prepared tapas (bun with pickled cabbage and pickles, smoked mackerel, hummus, cheese platters), shooters and good music in the evening are the recipes for this bar, which is always full. A little corner of paradise, perfect for a break on the terrace or for a bite to eat with friends.

This beach bar offers easy and fast food but above all a superb view. Feet in the water and in all relaxation, come to benefit from a place out of time if it is not that of the vacations, the sun and the seaside. On the spot, fish rillettes, oysters, carpaccio, salads, andouillette, fish and chips and mussels to choose. We like this place opened from Easter vacations and which is lived in family and between friends! A good time awaits you and a beautiful view above all! A small glass also to quench your thirst and especially good evenings!

In the heart of the city, Place Sainte-Anne, is the historic address of the Colombus family in Rennes (which has more than 3 shops in all in Ille-et-Vilaine). Fresh fruit juices, americanos, espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos and flavoured coffees await you in addition to all the sweets usually served by the brand!

An oyster bar in the heart of the commercial port, with a magnificent view of the Abeille Bourbon, Brest's emblematic tugboat. Here you can enjoy local oysters (from Plougastel), but not only. The oyster bar is above all a lounge bar, undoubtedly one of the trendiest in Brest. With its brick walls, grand piano and wine display case, the decor is well thought-out and you'll be in the best possible position to enjoy your drink, comfortably seated in a leather armchair facing the port. The wine list features carefully selected wines and delicious cocktails, the house specialties.

This pub is legendary in Dol: it's where the party's at! Located in a former ^15th-century inn, the pub is said by its mischievous owners to have been a stopover for pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela. Always ready to bring people together, this is a popular place to have a coffee, enjoy the terrace and courtyard, and have a good time. A good atmosphere, a wide choice of bottled beers with boards, sausages, terrines and rillettes to share, and live music: a place you'll love right away.

Just for the decor, this pub is worth a detour. Old beams, old stones, ropes, bariques and other folklore (in the right sense) leave no one indifferent. You are immediately immersed in a culture. On Wednesday evening, at 21 p. m., groups sing Irish air. The Guinness reign in the places of course… football evenings too! Small tables and dining, there are for everyone. And every summer, the atmosphere wins the street with the full-blown terrace. An indispensable address of the briochine nightlife.

Every summer, from July to September, this ephemeral "guinguette" with its seaside decor takes up residence on the breakwater overlooking the Roche d'Argent beach. Overlooking Locquirec Bay, you can sip a soft drink, a beer or a glass of wine to the accompaniment of live music. There are also a number of snacks on offer: burgers, tapas, fish and chips, grilled sardines, seafood... In the afternoon, it's pleasant to relax on the benches in the intimate spaces. Evenings are often festive, under the disco ball, hosted by DJs.

V and B is a cellar and a bar, but above all it's an address you'll enjoy coming to again and again in search of a fine vintage, a unique beer or an unusual spirit. It's a great place to get advice, because you'll be greeted with a smile and a great atmosphere. We love this relaxing place where we can spend a good time. Here, the bottle is king and the terrace, when the weather's fine, can be shared with friends. As you can imagine, there's always a good reason to drop in, and you'll leave with a nice surprise to share.

This former post office from the 1930s now houses a tea room, which serves excellent pastries: religieuse au beurre salé, mille-feuilles or, in season, strawberry and raspberry tarts, which vary every year. The Paris-Verdelet, a house invention, with its praline mousseline hiding a caramel puff, is a must. You can also enjoy artisanal ice creams or, on Sundays and during the vacations, have a good brunch or a savory pie. The decoration makes a reference to the past of the place. Highly recommended!

Mokka is located on Rennes' busiest pedestrian thoroughfare. So it's only natural to stop in for a good coffee to go. Theiced coffee or the tchaï tea latte sprinkled with cinnamon are among the editor's favorites. Savoury snacks (especially the Vietnamese and Andalusian sandwiches) and sweet snacks (cookies, muffins, cheesecakes, etc.) are also delicious. We did a little digging: everything is homemade and the products are carefully selected. You can also stock up on ground coffee or beans roasted by Cafés Breizhiliens. Take a look at the collection of bamboo takeaway mugs! Pretty and eco-friendly. A second address is located opposite Les Halles Centrales.

Located in the countryside between Châteaulin and Quimper, Le Moulin du Lay is the ideal place to get supplies when you are passing through. Since a few months already, this café-bar has opened a grocery store which gives proud services to the population of the surroundings. But what makes it famous above all is its fresh, good and cheap vegetables section. He gets his supplies from Finisterestes29, a cooperative that packages vegetables that are refused by the large-scale distribution because they are poorly sized.

Are you looking for a nice, friendly place to toast at the counter, do blind tests or Irish music sessions? The pub La Mars is the place for you! Here all generations meet to drink a moss, talk for hours on end and sing occasionally. Every lunchtime, you can enjoy a dish of the day, on the terrace or on large tables inside. This mythical pub, still in its juice, with exposed stones, bar and solid wood tables. A must in Pont-l'Abbé!

Laetitia Boutémy warmly welcomes you in this charming tea room located in the main street of Dol. Everything is good in this shop and you will come for good occasions: tea time, lunch, birthday party or break after the market. At 5pm, you will enjoy a delicious piece of cake with a good cup of tea, homemade hot chocolate or coffee roasted in Dol. On the menu, soups, smoothies, fruit mixes, toasts, pasta, potées, milkshakes and other delights prepared with fresh and local products.

Nestled in the heart of the presqu'île, this tea room is a real hidden treasure for gourmet lovers. Aleth and her team invite you to explore a variety of homemade drinks and pastries (some of which are vegan) in its warm atmosphere. The décor is a successful blend of styles, making you feel instantly at home. The large windows let in soft natural light, perfect for a quiet read or a snack with friends. At lunchtime, you can dine on healthy, gourmet savoury dishes.

In a brand new boutique, the coffee-shop and artisan roaster welcomes us to discover exceptional coffees. Unlike traditional methods, Bourbon d'Arsel uses slow roasting to reveal subtle aromas. The team takes meticulous care over the provenance of its coffees, choosing producers with the utmost care. You can enjoy a specialty coffee for breakfast or afternoon tea, accompanied by pastries such as financier, moelleux au chocolat, tarte au citron meringuée... Bourbon d'Arsel has its own roasting workshop just outside the town center. And don't forget your takeaway coffee packs.

Le Bar d'en Face is an atmospheric bar with live music, rock'n'roll, jazz and Irish sessions, DJ sets and broadcasts of rugby matches or concerts on the big screen. It's a pub with an organic wine list, 10 original draught beers at very reasonable prices, a cocktail menu based on fresh seasonal fruit and a selection of mature sausages to accompany your aperitif! It's the after-party recommended by the Tavarn Ar Roue Morvan team, which makes sense, since it's the same place, but across the street!

It's so good to have a drink or a waffle, with your feet in the sand and your head in the vacations! You'll feel right at home here. It's a simple pleasure to drink a cup of coffee or a glass of rosé in the early evening. During the day, you can enjoy a simple meal: mixed salads, thyme hummus, planks, French fries, grilled cheese, a variety of sandwiches, veggie platters, homemade waffles, ice creams... All in all, a place that smells of fine summer days, carpe diem and the pleasures of the beach. A good time awaits you.

A nice address to take a break, in the heart of the village: in this "botanical café", with its country decor, the tables are next to the displays of dried and stabilized flowers, the two great specialties of the house. The shop, which also includes a delicatessen, favors local and sustainable products. The same goes for the menu, where you will find a selection of teas, quality sodas and juices, coffee specialties and some alcoholic drinks. Homemade cakes, snacks and aperitif boards are also available. On Sundays, you can even have brunch!

The Orge et Houblon franchise comes to Brest! Both a cellar and a beer bar, Orge et Houblon has taken up residence in a 200 m² space to offer its vast selection of beers. At the counter, you'll find 12 different draughts, with a choice of local and Belgian beers, as well as Orge et Houblon exclusives. In the cellar, you can choose from a wide range of Belgian, German and French beers. To accompany an aperitif or to satisfy a small hunger, the focus is on local products, with charcuterie boards, sausages and spreads. The bar regularly organizes concerts and broadcasts of sporting events, announced on its social networks.

This place, with its cosy and modern decoration, is ideal for an outing with friends. Nice choice of beers, spirits, fresh fruit juices and refined, original and nicely presented cocktails (with or without alcohol). Let the bartender guide you and even choose for you, according to your tastes, a cocktail made to measure! Try the Bric à Brac or the Mise à l'Amande, you'll tell us about it! Very good reception, warm staff with very good advice and especially festive atmosphere. Themed evenings are also organized there as well as the arrival of DJs.

An undeniably friendly institution, La Potinière has stood the test of time and generations. It's the place to go for a good time. This great bar also boasts a beautiful terrace with a sea view, as the large beach is just a few meters away. It's the perfect place for an aperitif on the way back from the beach, or for a festive round of cocktails later in the evening. La Potinière is even listed in the general inventory of Breton heritage, which is a good reason to go there.

There are few places to relax, have a drink or eat in Saint-Jacut... Thanks to La Payotte, a beach restaurant, you have your eyes riveted on the sea and your feet in the sand. You can also have a drink. Burgers, fries, dishes, some salads... and mussels and fries in season. The prices are very reasonable, the cooking issimple. You will feel on vacation, just fine. What to spend a good moment at the beginning of the evening, or more, when Angie, the master of the place, organizes concerts. Think to reserve or to come early.

This lounge bar is well known to the night owls of Saint-Malo and to those who want to get closer to the maritime life of the city. It is adjacent to the Société Nautique de la Baie de Saint-Malo and is the vibrant heart of the return of sailors from Saint-Malo and elsewhere! You will enjoy an aperitif with friends on the terrace, a lunch in the sun or even a tapas dinner to share in a lounge with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Many events are organized: concerts and DJ sets. It is a place not to be missed to enjoy the Malouine life!

A friendly bar where you can let off steam after work, celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy the fresh air on the terrace with a local beer, cocktail or rhum arrangé, accompanied by a platter of charcuterie or cheese. It's the festive haunt of Bellil's youth and tourists in search of fun. A relaxed atmosphere, good humor guaranteed and numerous themed evenings organized throughout the season. Also on the program: billiards, concerts, quizzes... Let the party begin!

Situated away from the main shopping streets, this coffee shop is easy to spot thanks to its pretty blue and flowery facade. Inside, you'll discover a warm, cosy atmosphere. Morgane welcomes you with a smile and kindness, to make you spend a moment out of time, in front of a fragrant tea and a homemade sweet. You'll find it hard to choose between the cakes and pastries of the day, all deliciously homemade. The address also offers a lunchtime catering service, as well as numerous workshops to discover throughout the year.

This is a brand-new bar, and yet it still feels like an institution. In fact, the HQ lives up to its name: it's a place where regulars get together, enjoy each other's company and chat over a beer, a game night or a match! The atmosphere comes first here, even if the products are also of high quality (ask the barman, he'll advise you exactly what you need to drink). In the evenings, there's also a snack bar to accompany a glass of wine or an excellent cocktail (rum, gin, whisky or vodka, take your pick!). Finally, Le QG is also the ideal place for private parties or corporate meetings.

La Gua is the trendy new tapas bar at the foot of Siam. You can meet on the terrace to enjoy the last rays of sunshine, or indoors, in a large Spanish-style room. The tapas menu is copious and reasonably priced (don't miss their homemade tortilla de patata ). As for beverages, the bravest will try the "porrón", a one-liter wine pitcher from Catalonia, drunk straight from the pitcher. A technique you'll need to master if you don't want to go home covered in sweet wine! A very popular address, whose terrace is taken by storm every time the sun shines, so don't forget to arrive early!

Once a neighborhood bar and nightclub with questionable attendance, Tiffany's has redeemed itself in recent years by passing into the hands of the local Anglo-Saxon community. If it has kept the anchorage in the world of billiards which made its identity, it has also adorned itself with an appearance similar to pubs, sprinkled with industrial and chic airs. A vast room is entirely dedicated to billiards, another to darts, and you can eat and drink all day long. Beers and wines on the terrace allow to spend a pleasant moment thanks to an exhaustive offer, embellished with pizzas, burger or boards to share. A classic and always efficient formula!

At the entrance to Pontrieux, this large stone house houses a very friendly wine bar. Once past the counter at the entrance, a spacious room is revealed under a cathedral ceiling, lined with rough wooden planks. The wine list offers an embarrassment of riches, in all colours, from France or elsewhere... Don't hesitate to ask the owner, Laurent, a trained sommelier, for advice. The house is also renowned for the quality of its tapas: oysters, charcuterie, roast camembert, stuffed snails, marrow bones, home-made rillettes of the sea...

At the beautiful 4-star Royal Émeraude hotel, you can enjoy a drink at the Darling, the hotel's bar. In this superb building, built in 1892, you'll enjoy a hushed, English-style atmosphere under the ^19th-century glass roof that houses this piano bar. With its old-fashioned charm, jazz sessions once a month on Thursday or Friday, cosy evenings, cocktails, comfortable armchairs and retro ambience, it's sure to be a good time at any time of day... We love the British charm that defines Dinard so well. A timeless interlude.

Fancy a good cocktail after a hard day's work? Go to La Source! At this cocktail bar in the lower Siam district, you'll have a wide choice, from classic cocktails to original creations and local beers. The venue has three rooms, each with its own atmosphere. Whichever you choose, the atmosphere is one of relaxation in a very pleasant, well-decorated setting. A good drink, a nice place and a particularly friendly team: that's what we call the perfect cocktail for a great evening with friends! You can also accompany your drink with a tasty charcuterie and cheese board or delicious spreads.

We love the Annexe de la Base for its ideal location on the Quai Eric Tabarly marina, offering a particularly pleasant setting at any time of day. Its terrace is even more appreciated when the sun comes out! The restaurant welcomes you every lunchtime from Monday to Friday, with a different menu every week, guaranteeing fresh, seasonal produce. The bar is open in the afternoon for gourmet coffees and homemade cakes, while in the evening, aperitif platters take over, accompanied by a drink. Good to know for groups: the place can be privatized!

This coffee shop, inspired by British traditions, offers a cosy, friendly atmosphere where all generations meet. Drawing on her experience in Ireland, Annabelle decided to import this state of mind. Here, everything is 100% homemade. Products are local, eco-responsible and in season. As you walk past this beautiful shop window, you're drawn in by all the tempting smells wafting out of it. More than a coffee shop, Folks is a place to meet and share. That's why Annabelle chose this original, yet meaningful name.

Brest's first bubble tea bar, Nara takes its name from this Japanese town known for being home to over a thousand deer, which live there in total freedom. The animal has been chosen as the emblem of this new address, decorated in soft pink hues and cherry blossoms. Visitors come here to enjoy the famous tea-based beverage, available in several flavors, including the classic brown sugar latte with tapioca pearls. As a bonus, you can try the fluffy pancake, a Japanese pastry as soft as a cloud!

An extraordinary place where you come to warm your soul. It's in a cocooning atmosphere that Agnès welcomes you amidst carefully selected new or second-hand literary nuggets. Around the fire in winter or on the terrace in summer, the pleasure is the same, in the sharing of a homemade delicacy or a drink, the hollow of a discussion, the soaring of a song. The stone walls are covered with photos by local artists who exhibit their work, and a bookmaking area adds to the magic of this bookshop, where it's good to chat aloud.

The Project bar has only been open a few months, and its menu is constantly expanding. Beth and Pablo are at the helm of this cocktail bar. Their imagination knows no bounds: Amaretto sour, Clover club, Pendennis... They've managed to breathe new life into this strategically located venue on the quayside, just a few meters from the concert halls. Let yourself be tempted after a film or concert. The setting is welcoming, depending on the guests' priorities. At the back, a vast sheltered terrace gives the establishment a unique charm and atmosphere.

Located in Carnac village, 50 m from the church, this wine bar is renowned for its excellent coffee and its choice of glass wines from small growers or draught beer. The atypical decoration is very nice, in keeping with the reception of Jérôme, the master of the places since June 2012. At any time, the house offers sandwiches and desserts, and at the time of the aperitif there is always something to eat, not to mention the sausages proposed. Also discover the exhibitions of painters.

From the Place of the Center, you will surely be intrigued by this little alleyway between two buildings of old stones that descend slowly. Follow it, and close to the banks of Trieux, you will find the pub La Glycine, a guingampaise institution. The bar, in financial difficulty, was saved by a participatory fundraising campaign in 2016, meaning the attachment of local people to this place. With its name, the hotel combines a façade shaded by a thick curtains of glycine. Simplicity and generosity are the key words of this pub, whether in the welcome we are reserved for, or the deco, simple and comfortable. In the pure tradition of the pubs, you can choose between many beers, and enjoy a billiard and a game of darts upstairs. Rock 'n' roll and relaxed atmosphere, here we don't expect karaoke night to sing…

Angele Bar offers a young, relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The entire staff welcomes you with a smile since October 1st, 2005. You will appreciate the feminine decor of the place, its soft lighting, the lighting effects in the evening, and especially the diversity of the programs offered in the evening: clips and sporting broadcasting through plasma screen, student parties on request and thematic evenings every week (DJ party, karaoke, wii, magical, etc.). Quick snacks (salads, sandwiches, paninis, etc.) are available at lunch time. On fine days, a sunny terrace of 100 places will allow you to have a sunbath peacefully. An address to be consumed without moderation, ideal for an early evening atmosphere!

The old Saint-Etienne owes its name to the patron saint of the church it faces. The latter having been rehabilitated into a theatre now bears the same name as the bar. So be careful not to confuse your meeting place! A small old-fashioned estaminet in the belle époque style, there is little space inside despite a vast wooden counter and a few tables that occupy the space between the opera red walls and their gold mouldings. This very warm and artistic decor is perfect in winter, but the Vieux Saint-Etienne is above all known for its generous terrace, on the other side of the street, near the church park and allows those who can't stand still to enjoy their drink while playing shuffleboard or petanque right next door. It is also a place for artistic meetings. Pierre Billon is even the muse of the place. For those under 30, Pierre Billon is the one who produced several albums of Johnny: "He had his moment of glory in the years 1970-1980", recalls this regular who knew him at the Vieux Saint-Etienne when the rocker came there "to scratch the dry", in April 2011!

This pub with the Irish colours and atmosphere offers sports retransmissions on a giant screen. It also has darts of darts, with organized inter-bar competitions. Marie-Cécile, Emilie and Julien, who took over the pub on May 15, 2006, offered eight beers to pressure including Guinness, 1664 white and Grimbergen. Julien, part of the association des barmen de France (ABF), works with new products and offers personalized cocktails. It's no surprise that here you feel like home!

Creac'h Gwenn is a business park with a university, sports facilities, swimming pool, shops and promenades. It's also a good place to enjoy the Odet estuary at sunset. The guinguette has only been in existence for a few years, but the people of Quimper have gladly adopted it. The simple but comfortable facilities are perfect for relaxing with a drink at the end of the day. The atmosphere is convivial and the musical styles varied.

Gay, lesbian and friendly bar, but rather popular with the guys who love the guys. The bar offers a large counter in the room, allowing you to easily converse with its neighbours or neighbours. The site is divided into three spaces. The first two rooms are those of the bar, but you'll get more on the bottom and you will find a darker space with video projection. Ideal to meet guys and isolate themselves immediately, see a little what they have in the slip!

Gay and lesbian bar with meticulous decoration: warm colours and velvet armchairs create a warm atmosphere. On the weekend, DJ's set fire to the dancefloor, attracting a lot of cute cute guys. You will enjoy cocktails, including the Incontournable.

It's a good idea for you to stay in the middle of the old town. But in the Bon accord, the warm and festive atmosphere let you forget these slightly faded premises. Each month, different themed evenings are offered. Small dance trail, billiards. Steph and Alex welcome you and join the party!

While claiming its LGBT identity, as evidenced by the rainbow flag, the establishment welcomes a mixed clientele. Bosses are also engaged, especially in the selection of books sold at the bookstore. The Howling Howling also remains a bar and a meeting place among artists. It offers a philosophy coffee and meetings around literary events.

A very nice gay bar that attracts a distinguished and distinguished clientele. The music is very axée and eighties but rather eclectic.