The best bars and cafés Brest

Maja Café-Brocante is the audacious project of three friends who are just like the rest of us. Motivated, funny and full of energy, these three welcome you in a relaxed atmosphere. Come and enjoy sweet and savoury waffles, as well as drinks. And here's the best part: all the decor is for sale! Come away with whatever catches your eye. There's something for every taste, but it's all good vintage! A real plus: the shaded terrace at the back, for a relaxing spot in the very heart of Brest.

Les Gâteuses is the story of two long-time friends who share a dream: to open a business together. And to our delight, it's a tearoom offering some of the best cakes in Brest. The tea and coffee are excellent, but that's not all: at lunchtime, Margaux and Marie prepare a choice of two delicious dishes, one of which is vegetarian. In a cosy atmosphere, everything has been thought of to ensure that you have a lovely moment of indulgence and relaxation. Welcomed by the smiles of our friendly hosts, there's something for everyone!

This pub, located at the bottom of the rue de Siam, more Celtic than exclusively Irish, offers a wide choice of beers (including 13 different types of pressure mixing Breton beers and Irish cider) but above all a typical atmosphere. The hall sometimes turns into a concert hall, when an Irish music group settles in the back! You will also appreciate its terrace, with a small view of the harbour. During the weekday lunch period, the pub serves a daily special (and fresh fries). An undeniable place to experience, a must in Brest, for a relaxed atmosphere! Note: Every 15 days from 9pm on Wednesdays, the Tir na n'og fills up with its Pub Quizz, a small general culture competition.

Part children's bookshop, part tearoom, part patisserie, this atypical boutique transports you into a warm atmosphere. Guided by the tempting scent of delicious pastries, you'll discover a selection of children's books as well as young local designers. There's also a dedicated children's area, where children can read and play, and a small workshop for the gourmet storytelling sessions Anne regularly organizes. A lovely place to visit with the whole family, where sharing, caring and joie de vivre are the order of the day.

This beer bar is located behind the Halles Saint-Louis, next to the grand staircase. Wood dominates in this cosy establishment, where you'll obviously come for a good local beer and a plate of charcuterie and cheese. You'll have a wide choice of draught beers (the bar has 12 taps) and bottled beers, including several local ones (Terenez, for example). But don't worry, the bar also serves wine, for those who don't like bubbles. And when the weather's fine, you can take advantage of the terrace for after-work drinks, or enjoy a coffee on Sunday mornings, after a stroll through the nearby St Louis market!

Welcome to an atypical address, where Maï-Line and her smile, welcome you all year round to offer delicious teas and hot chocolates accompanied by addictive pastries, a dish of the day for lunch and brunch on weekends. Open since 2018, the place is now part of the soul of the Recouvrance district and part of the great collective energy that drives its shopkeepers. With its cosy decor, you'll soon feel right at home, with books perched here and there to catch your eye. Of course, the hardest part will be leaving. So stay a little longer. Before you leave, don't forget to ask where the name of the restaurant comes from!

Now a fixture in the Recouvrance district, Ty'Kall is a major contributor to the positive energy on the other side of the bridge! A bar like no other, it welcomes you for a drink, but more importantly, to meet up and play board games. Many of the regulars and Brest locals passing through take to the game. All generations mingle, and the older ones don't hesitate to initiate the younger ones! More than just a bar, it's a lively place where concerts and conferences are also organized. A place to discover!

Opened in 2022, Cocorico has become a not-to-be-missed bar in Brest thanks to its original concept, which focuses entirely on French popular culture! The blue-white-and-red decor is filled with retro posters and collector's items, while the friendly atmosphere is ensured by a warm welcome, French music and the two indoor pétanque courts, which are never empty! At the bar, 14 hexagonal beers are available on draught, while on the catering side, local produce is showcased in a simple but quality cuisine, where everything is homemade. Bands will appreciate the pods, reservable tables where you can listen to your own music!

The Baroombar, or rather the "Baroom" as they say in Brest itself, is a Brest institution! The style has remained rock and casual. From AC/DC to Mickaël Jackson, Matmatah or Grease, all the classics are there. On Saturday nights, the atmosphere is a little more "club", and the proposals to set the dancefloor on fire are more eclectic! This place with its unique style is ideal for a drink with friends. Beers, cocktails, soft drinks... Good time and atmosphere guaranteed. The welcome is cool, the team is young and dynamic. The decor is rock'n'roll: dark, in shades of red and black. A night bar in the centre of Brest!

This emblematic Brest printing works has been transformed into a third place since 2023, thanks to the initiative of a collective of Brest residents. Beautifully restored, the PAM is a place for conviviality, reflection and the arts, with a rich program of events. You'll find stores, a bakery and a good time with friends over a beer. Here, everyone helps themselves at the bar counters and at the fine selection of local restaurateurs on site: seafood, burgers or vegetarian dishes, there's something for everyone.

It's the oldest Irish pub in Finistère! You will recognize it by its green facade painted with Celtic motifs. The Dubliners offers a fine selection of bottled beers and premium whiskies. On Tuesday evenings, musical quizzes set the mood upstairs! The bar is very cosy, you can enjoy a drink with friends in the downstairs room or upstairs, usually more lively. Major sporting events are broadcast there. Practical: a raised terrace allows smokers to go outside without staying on the pavement. Come and listen to good music with your friends and taste good beers! (In moderation of course!)

Located in the Saint-Martin district, not far from the church, this pub is a Brest institution! It takes its name from the warblers that chirped in the trees of the Saint-Martin wood in the ^17th century. With its old-fashioned facade and wooden half-timbering, giving it the air of a tavern, it offers a warm decor and welcome. Considered by some to be the best beer bar in town, it's a meeting place for many gangs of friends, and all generations gather here for a pint. Definitely a place to go for an aperitif "à la brestôase".

As an added bonus, the place regularly organizes quiz nights, for all those who enjoy group games.

La Petite Poésie celebrated its 10th anniversary in September 2023! In the heart of the city center, this café-bar lives up to its name: here, quotations and a portrait of Rimbaud adorn the rough-hewn walls, while a mechanical bird flies over the counter. Situated close to the Place de la Liberté, their terrace attracts the youth of Brest, who come to the "Petite Po", as it's called here, to chat and have a drink in a warm atmosphere. If you're feeling a bit peckish, you'll be delighted with their hearty platters, unless you prefer their French fries with cheddar or paprika. We appreciate the young team's warm welcome and the many events organized throughout the year.

This gay and lesbian bar, open to everyone, is a perfect place to celebrate! Close to the military arsenal, it is not uncommon to meet with beautiful military personnel: What more than one! All the excuses are good for breaking up! There are regularly themed evenings. Nice decor, warm atmosphere in the bar, but also billiards where you're fighting for the queue, a little Zen lounge, and consos not at all!

The Tour du Monde is a real Brest institution, a place where everyone meets to drink a beer or eat a bite to eat. Around the huge bar, the large tables make it easy to meet people, while the smaller ones are preferred by those looking for a little privacy. If on Friday and Saturday evenings, the atmosphere is one of music and celebration, Sunday lunchtime welcomes Brest inhabitants who come to have lunch with their families. Open every day and "in all weathers", the welcome is friendly and the team is efficient!

This tobacco bar is located near the White House shoreline, a small mythical port located between the arsenal and Sainte-Anne-du-Portzic with its fishermen's huts. Mainly frequented by locals, this renovated establishment is open all year round and is well worth a visit. This establishment also offers sandwiches and some dishes for lunch (mussels and chips or paella, depending on the day). This bar is pleasant after a walk, whether it is a nice day to enjoy the view from the terrace or a rough day. Small habits are put in place such as book exchanges and tasting evenings. The interior is modern and cosy.

The Temple of the Pharaoh is a little bit of the East in the heart of Brest. Mamdouh Ibrahim's tea room is a welcoming and warm place, just like its Egyptian owner. Let yourself be tempted by the many organic teas flavoured in front of you with fresh products (mint, hibiscus, orange, cinnamon, etc.) or by fresh fruit cocktails. To accompany your drink, don't miss a good Middle Eastern pastry. You can also taste the dishes, which are homemade and organic, such as sausage rougail, for example. You can even order a custom-made dish. And to entertain you, the Temple of the Pharaoh offers various chess sets, cards, etc. and organizes every Saturday or Friday evening world dance shows (oriental, Bollywood, etc.). A little something extra, the shop side of the living room, with shelves teeming with objects from Egyptian craftsmanship!

The Victor Hugo is brand new and beautiful with a terrace (ideal for smokers). The establishment does its best to welcome its customers. They are considered a bit like family owned. During football evenings on the big screen there is a great atmosphere on board. Its wooden tables and stone walls give this place a soul of character. So for a little cream, an aperitif or a small snack, don't hesitate. There is also a nice little wine cellar for you to enjoy, for those who like it. Internet access, small press corner, tobacco and sale of figurines for children.

This establishment is located just in front of the Terre et Mer restaurant, in a public area with a view of the slopes. This lounge bar welcomes you in a pleasant decor furnished with leather sofas and armchairs. It's a concept bar well known by Brest travellers who often take the plane to go to different cities in France or abroad. An ideal place to consume Breton specialities (pancakes, crêpes, cider and beers...). You compose your own formula and pay only for the number of dishes chosen and not for the composition. This is a good address to land before taking off for other horizons or after your arrival in Brest.

Located at the top of the rue Jean-Jaurès, the Balto is a very busy bar, despite the tram works that have driven most of the shopkeepers away from this end of the street. This welcoming establishment is also home to the press and on game nights it is crowded. The discussion is always going well, and, on the terrace as well as inside, it's often good to get together to come back to the news of the day. It is a dynamic bar that offers events such as contests and other events. This is a neighbourhood bar that fulfils its function perfectly: to create a bond! Its website is maintained as well as its Facebook page, a mark of the investment of the team that manages this bar!