The best bars and cafés Brest

This gay, lesbian and hetero-friendly bar welcomes you in a young and festive atmosphere where good humour is the order of the day. The drinks are excellent, especially the homemade cocktails. The music is current with a strong electro trend. You will be able to wiggle your hips on the dance floor to the sound of the appointed DJ. The place is taken by storm every weekend by the regulars of the place and the staff has no lack of imagination to liven up the theme evenings concocted throughout the year. Don't miss the karaoke every Thursday and Sunday at 6pm. Wednesdays are cheap. Fridays swing on the dancefloor and Saturdays welcome the DJs!

Right in the heart of Saint-Martin, this sign with its colourful front seems to be almost exclusively dedicated to comic books. Although posters of Hergé or Bilal decorate the interior, this bar immediately stood out as one of the strongholds of Brest's rock'n'roll scene. You can enjoy a pint and a good sound. Comix also hosts rock concerts. To do this, keep your eyes and ears open, because concerts are intimate. Don't expect a big show! Here we rock like we used to, we take out the guitars and let's get the right sound! Notice to vinyl addicts, the place is unique.

Among the many bars in lower Siam, Pipeline stands out for its originality. The first thing that strikes you when you arrive is the incredible decor, in particular the superb street art frescoes adorning the walls. Then all you have to do is choose: three floors, three atmospheres. We particularly enjoyed the first floor, with its Breton shuffleboard! With the bar team's good advice, you'll also be spoilt for choice among the thirty or so draught beers on offer. Special mention must also be made of the chip clamp machine! A great evening is in store at this bar, which also serves street food.

Opening in 2022, Fono Drinks & Records is an address that should please fans of electronic music, but not only! An original hybrid concept, Fono is at once a bar where you can enjoy a drink with friends, an independent record shop where you can discover a cutting-edge selection of vinyl records, and a workshop where you can learn to mix in small groups according to your level. Whether you're a neophyte or an expert, you'll appreciate Fono for its warm atmosphere and its events, DJ sets and concerts highlighting the local scene and new talent, to be enjoyed while sipping one of their delicious cocktails! Find out all about their program on their social networks.

Au coin d'la rue is one of those unclassifiable places: part tea room, part organic-fair-trade grocery store, part bookshop, part space for mediation and social innovation... Here you'll simply find a place that brings people together. Managed by the Vivre la rue association, whose aim is to preserve and animate the rue Saint-Malo, Au coin d'la rue is part of the soul of the Recouvrance district. Cultural and artistic events abound here, and the best way to discover this collective energy is to start with a cup of coffee! No alcohol on the menu, the tearoom offers exclusively organic products, with teas and coffees from all over the world to discover!

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!

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.

In Breton bara means "bread" and gwin means "wine". You can't go wrong! This friendly, unpretentious bistro is just a stone's throw from the Saint-Louis district. The owner offers wines from all regions of France, purchased directly from producers. We like his selection of natural wines with mineral notes. You can also drink local beers. As for the restaurant, everything is homemade, practically made in front of you. The menu is full of surprises: simple dishes with tasty, well-balanced flavors, carefully presented, and a wine and food pairing to match! All with excellent value for money: an address to follow!

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 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.

L'échappée belle invites you to take a quiet, gourmet break. Here, you can sit back in comfortable armchairs and revisit the world over a hot drink and homemade cake. Tea lovers can choose from a vast selection: exceptional grands crus rub shoulders with specialities from China and Japan, as well as flowery, fruity teas and revisited classics. And when it comes to chocolates, you'll salivate at the dozen or so recipes on offer! The tea room also offers light meals at lunchtime and brunch on Sundays.

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!

Need to relax, relieve the stress and tension of everyday life, clear your head? Head for the Breaking Club! The place promises intense moments and, above all, a real sense of letting go. To let off steam in a healthy and fun way, opt for the Rage Room experience, where you can destroy objects in complete safety. As original as it is convivial, axe and shuriken throwing is guaranteed to give you a thrill, to be discovered with friends, colleagues and even the whole family, with Ninja Kids sessions on Wednesdays. The bar offers regular events, including concerts, karaoke and sports broadcasts. Atmosphere guaranteed!

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!

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!

The Happy Café is an indispensable place for the gay nights. Every evening, from 18 a. m. to 20 p. m., the guys get off the desk for the happy hours. On the weekend, the DJ's are the success of this night bar where boys and girls enjoy dancing until late in the evening. There are many themed evenings that make the Happy one.

One of the most beautiful terraces in town for this bar, taken over in 2022 by a friendly trio of friends. A warm welcome, Breton beers, fine wines, plates to share, live music... all down the rue de Siam! From the terrace, you'll enjoy a unique view of the château and, above all, superb sunsets. No, it doesn't always rain in Brest! The charm of this bar also lies in its various nooks and crannies: in the small lounge, on the mezzanine or around the bar, there's a place for everyone!

In the heart of the Recouvrance district, Le Grabuge is a story of friends. First, Maxime and Steven: friends in high school and now in their thirties, they set up this beer bar together in the walls of the former bistrot National, a neighborhood institution. Today, Le Grabuge has become a meeting place for friends, and it's impossible to spend an evening in Recou' without having a mug (or several, in moderation of course) from the excellent selection of craft beers. And don't worry, the name is more a nod to the neighborhood's reputation than a reality! You'll find a very cool atmosphere and a program of concerts, stand-up, improv and game broadcasts.

La Raskette is a restaurant, a nightclub and a micro-concert hall all rolled into one! Situated on the commercial port, La Raskette is one of Brest's rare night bars, open all week until 3am, to delight late-nighters with food and drink available until 2am! You'll find concerts and live music on "Brest's smallest stage", as well as themed evenings. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious. The menu features top-quality cuisine, dishes for sharing and delicious pizzas, which are just what you need at the end of the evening. As for drinks: cocktails, draught beers, wines: you shouldn't go thirsty!