Fun and entertainment Rennes

Since 1987, the Ubu has been organizing a number of concerts and events around music throughout the year. A small hall whose configuration allows a beautiful communion between the artist and the public, it has the advantage of having terraces allowing the audience to spread out in height around the pit as well as a very pleasant bar area. It is also known for its mythical pole, object of puns since generations, which hides the stage to those who would have the misfortune to be in the bad angle. A must in the cultural landscape of Rennes, with an eclectic program, the UBU offers great posters and is a good support to the independent scene.

Get ready to live an immersive experience in virtual reality with 1, 2 or 3 acolytes, a helmet screwed on the head and controllers in the fists. The result is amazing, you evolve in completely unbelievable universes. The missions are 100% original and rely on collaboration between players combining reflection, cooperation and even stress management. An outing with friends that is being emulated. A new lounge area has just been fitted out, which can be used as a work space for companies. New: Virtual Room is also exported to the home thanks to the rental of VR headsets with 20 immersive experiences to try out, to escape to the end of the world, or even to a distant galaxy, or to play with a little virtual dragon. Accessible from 10 years old.

Café Albertine is a girly little canteen, perfect for lunchtime nibbles on vegetarian or vegan dishes or homemade sandwiches. But it's also a coffee shop! There's always a nice little corner where you can sit alone or with others, read a magazine or chat endlessly with friends. In the kitchen, Solenn fine-tunes the daily specials and pastries (oh, the babkas are to die for!). Here, you choose at the counter and then settle in. But what we really like is that the recipes are really delicious and full of freshness and pep! Ax detours from our various stops: vegetable and red cabbage tart, butternut soup, caramel brownie. Serve with ginger iced tea, chai latte or fresh juice.

This is a Small and Not Great Britain pub! His name echoes an ancient Breton legend anchored on our shores. The City of Ys was based on the legend of the world's most beautiful city, built by King Gradlon, for his daughter. A city in which it is said that all excesses were allowed, made up of women, sailors, alcohol and party parties to the point that it would have been swallowed up by the waves to punish its people. So, in Rennes, we recreated an overview of this missing city Vasselot Street, and this bar has become a myth in turn. An institution of urban rennes, the City of Ys offers local beers (and sometimes from organic farming) the Ker Ys to pressure made also reference to the famous city immersed. The frame evokes a mixture between an abandoned church and a xviiie pub^, on its floor populated with deciduous furniture, orange stained glass windows, carved stones and majestic staircases that swivel in the center of the room. Romantic pub but especially Rock 'n Roll, it is frequented by lovers of the genre, for Pop Rock music, relaxed atmosphere and events. The most: the saucers, the sunny terrace, Irish music sessions and happy hour every day from 7 p. m. to 8 p. m. A beautiful address that blurs Brittany.

There's one patisserie where snack time rings particularly true. 4:30 pm: we enter, attracted by the cookies, cakes and honey gingerbread from Rennes in the window. Inside, we can sit down to enjoy them with a tea from Tea & Ty and a coffee from Felix. Among the pastries that follow the seasons, Saint-Honoré, Zonka, Moulins and Duarn' are divinely structured and balanced (some gluten-free). Marion also offers cocktails with infused plants. Here, the question of the ecological footprint is inseparable from pastry-making. We also offer a reusable bento bag for transporting your cakes.

Cousins Catherine and Pascale have been running Thé au Fourneau - also known as TaF - since 1987. This charming address, with its cake moulds on the walls and colorful lanterns, is located in the old town of Rennes, in a nook that opens onto the Portes mordelaises, the last vestige of the city's medieval walls. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Thé au Fourneau offers a break in a cozy, peaceful setting. So secluded, in fact, that the pace is quite different, and we recommend you be patient with the serving time... Then all you have to do is choose from a fine selection of teas and mouth-watering home-made pastries. We love that British touch: scones, carott cakes, tarts... Everything is delicious.From 12pm to 3pm, you can also enjoy savoury tarts, salads and tartines. Recipes change regularly.

This stylish night bar is hidden in an old residence in the square of Champ-Jacquet. The framework is truly splendid: We celebrate or dance under stone vaults that give the basement a medieval vault air. The boss renovated this xivth century anti-atomic shelter to bring him to his taste, more lounge, during the summer of 2011. Once the steps leading to the "Against" are taken, we enter a paradise for night birds. And everything is done to have fun. Two floors, atmospheres, corners, but mostly the party: this night bar organizes evenings regularly, inviting even regularly known Djs in the circuit, especially during the Transmusicals. There are also several counters and a dynamic team. The public is quite young, even more so when trade schools invest places for their parties. You can also privatize one of the many rooms of this underground labyrinth! With its inventiveness in punches and cocktails, the Contrescarpe assures you not to die of thirst (even if the zinc is crowded, especially the weekend), and the team can surprise you and renew the beverages regularly. A classic to visit absolutely. And then come and enjoy the funny Contrescarpe evenings and surprises during Valentine's Day, Halloween, New Year…

Formerly located in the city center, Le Bacchus café-théâtre has been given a new lease of life by the water. Housed in a wood, glass and steel building on the banks of the Vilaine River, Rennes' legendary café-théâtre has retained its intimate atmosphere, and is as pleasant for a drink as it is for a show. We're happy to share a board with a glass of wine (or more, as Le Bacchus is also a restaurant). While the great comedians and up-and-coming talents get their kicks performing here, on the spectators' side, our zygomatic muscles get a workout at every show.

Le Hibou Grand-Duc, or "Hibou" to its friends, is a neighborhood bar, a very fashionable estaminet, a real headliner of the nightlife in Rennes. Located in the Saint-Hélier district, in a very trendy "arty-vintage" setting, it is located in a street that is barely off the beaten track, but enough to make it a meeting place for connoisseurs. It is established in the former workshop of Odorico, the famous mosaicist from Rennes at the beginning of the 20th century, whose original house is next to the bar. This allows you to admire the traces of the artist's experiments that appear here and there in the decor. Hence the Belle Epoque atmosphere, the high molded ceilings, the Parisian café style furniture from the last century, the subdued light which gives it this very special atmosphere... But far from being dusty, the Hibou is a place overflowing with life (concerts, blind tests, exhibitions and other varied animations), in which you have to come early to get a table! Many lively and definitely epicurean evenings take place there. You can taste quality beers, organic wines and to satisfy your appetite, boards and snacks are proposed (codfish accras or Mont d'Or with potatoes). A temple erected in the honor of the Rennes art of living!

It's one of the most magical places in Rennes. Place de la mairie, the opera house, inaugurated in 1836, shines opposite the town hall with its distinctive architecture. A venue for musical encounters, its glass roof and galleries set the opera house apart from the rest of the city. The 642-seat Italian-style auditorium, with its painted ceiling and decor, will transport you. Take a seat and enjoy lyrical evenings spanning four centuries of repertoire, from contemporary works to songs from other countries. Definitely a Rennes venue to discover!

In the heart of the historic centre, it is a warm and lively pub, surrounded by old stones, facing the Saint Yves chapel. In a paved and pedestrian area, you can enjoy a vast sheltered terrace where you can pile up in numbers! The interior is reminiscent of an old tavern where you feel like you're finally coming back, even if it's your first time in. A warm decoration playing on a wooden bar, barrels around which to sit, bric-a-brac, the "emptying" space reflecting well the potash atmosphere of the place which consequently was elected for certain evenings of the collective "les Gérards". The walls are also occupied by copper pipes and old street name plates, baroque tapestries or decorated with old boxing engravings, and jars of home-made rum piled up on the shelves, which paints a picture. It is one of the meetings of the pop rock scene with many concerts and an active participation in the festivals of the city, which brings an eclectic clientele of students or executives bobo. A rich menu of mainly local beers (Ombre bleue, Sainte Colombe or the organic Skumenn), a pleasant selection of wines, and a Japanese whisky list! Very copious aperitif boards are proposed and you can also have lunch on weekends with delicious dishes prepared by local restaurant owners.

Les Clandestines is the place to bring your best friend, grandmother or toddler. Why should you? Because, at once off-center and lively, deeply authentic, this 70's coffee shop does things right. Manuela and Gaëlle serve small dishes, bagels, soups, cookies, muffins and cheesecakes. Trained in one of the best bakeries in Rennes, they are determined to serve good local produce, often organic, at low prices. The menu changes weekly, with winter offerings including veggie fajitas with roasted vegetables and pumpkin velouté. A boutique offers Skumenn beers, tea from Tea & Ty and products by local designers.

It was the first to introduce gamers to this life-size escape game! Voted best escape game in Brittany at the Escape Game awards, B.R.A.I.N. offers you 5 immersive adventures with a common goal: to get out! A word about the scenarios (here we are facing original creations): police riddle, post-apocalyptic world, return to the 1980s, immersion in the life of a vampire ... No doubt, it is well done! There are also 2 rooms dedicated to teenagers from 12 to 16 years old to do independently.

Fancy a real coffee? At Café 1802 (the year the first coffee machine was created), it's a barista (Fred) who serves you! He knows coffee inside out, and knows how to prepare it, decorate it (the latte art is amazing!) and serve it at just the right temperature. Espresso routinely dethrones all other tastings, but here we learn that you can enjoy your coffee as mild as an infusion, making it aromatic and bitter-free (the secret of the Chemex), or strong and cold (thanks to the cold drip extraction method lasting 7 to 8 hours). A dozen coffees have been selected from small producers from Guatemala to Ethiopia, via Burundi and Colombia, and Renaud roasts them on site every week! At lunchtime, you can enjoy a cookie, a hazelnut banana bread or a slice of toast. The place, a touch retro, is calm and perfect for work or a break with friends.

At the Fox, tradition meets modernity: as in its homeland, this international pub takes on different faces depending on the time of day you enter. On Saturday mornings, after the market, you can enjoy an English breakfast with live music, watch a match (soccer or rugby) over a beer from the Green Isle in the late afternoon, or party properly in the evening! The entertainment is always in full swing. A must on the Rennes nightlife scene, it has the added advantage of offering food and drink (the homemade burgers are delicious!) until 10:30 p.m., which is always good to know in case your afterwork extends into dinner.

The Delicatessen has been for years a mythical place of the Rennes night. Housed under the stone arcades that housed the famous Saint Michel prison in the 15th century, it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful nightclubs in the region. The clientele is eclectic while maintaining a certain standing and the student parties warm up the night. The arrival at the top of the entrance steps can sometimes resemble a fashion show. The interior mixes exposed stone and a pure decoration tinted red and purple. R'n'b, electro... trendy music, for a company that is just as trendy. To be discovered, if only for the place, which at the time of the prison was connected to the night bar La Contrescarpe... hence the resemblance of the two places. To find out who the DJs are at each party, go on Facebook.

On the banks of the canal, halfway between the town center and the Etangs d'Apigné, La Guinguette, the MeM's open-air stage, has a bohemian ambience. Come for a drink and share a cornet of charcuterie, eat miso sesame beef or a salad of vinegared rice with fish "burnt" with cucumber and spring onion - recipes by Julien Lemarié. Weekend barbecues. From Thursday to Sunday, the Guinguette invites musicians from eclectic backgrounds. The superb Magic Mirrors tent offers concerts, festivals, conferences and other events all year round. A site that has quickly captured the hearts of the people of Rennes.

Located on the boulevard de la Tour d'Auvergne, L'Espace is the largest club in Rennes and offers theme evenings and student parties. It's a mainstream club, with two theatres. The Big Club for fans of house, techno and electro and the Little Club for fans of old rock, disco and pop hits from the 80s and 90s. There's the "iron bar", the cage... anything to let your body go for hours. Its big advantage is that it's just a few minutes walk from downtown, so you won't need to take the car! Careful, on Thursday nights, the place is packed... Please note, L'Espace can be rented for private parties.

This former cinema of the sixties has metamorphosed into a select club for young active Rennes residents. The decoration is classic with a baroque tendency. Colours black, silver, parma, this adult nightclub has tried its hand at chic. Playlist level: no techno, no house or rap, but a lot of hits, from today or yesterday... The main dance floor measures 100 ^m2. Upstairs, it is in shades of pink, black and silver, with a luminous runway that you will wiggle your hips and in a private space, to rent on reservation. Anyone can get in, provided they are properly dressed. Visit their website to find out about their events: salsa, disco or rock'n'roll evenings. The place also offers to meet for special afterworks.

This trendy bar is no longer present, which is an indispensable place for rennes youth. There are friends for students of all kinds. At the beginning of the evening, the large terrace welcomes a crowd of clients, after the office or at the exit of the school, as the largest of the clientele is young enough, like music and the garden, in the air of time. A DJ animates the evenings Wednesday to Saturday: guaranteed atmosphere. Please note that the bar has a smoking area for about people, in the cold winter evenings. Inside, trendy furniture, pretty original. We recommend one of the home-made specialities, the Margarita Frozen, archi, attention to abuse! Prices are increased 22 hours and once again spent midnight. So we need a budget to spend the evening, but we appreciate the welcome and excellent service of all staff.

This night bar is located in the former Saint-Michel prison. To get in, you'll need to be patient, as the place is very popular on weekends. Proper attire is required, and you'll be ready to discover the place in an atmosphere that's warm and relaxed, a meeting place for the young and not-so-young, who sway together on the small dance floor. For regulars of this thirty-year-old club, the decor remains baroque despite a few changes, with its varied sofas, its little nooks and crannies, its slightly recessed bar, its giant mirrors, statues and light effects... The formula hasn't changed, with house cocktails and hits from past and present: that's why we go here. You'll even find yourself singing along to the choruses of songs by Dalida, Gainsbourg and Brassens, not forgetting up-and-comers such as Bénabar and Cali, even if the bulk of the program is devoted to the timeless 80s. On weekdays, the atmosphere is quieter and more conducive to chatting with friends. For dancing and laughter.

Located between the station and the TNB in a narrow alleyway, the new Satori nightclub - formerly the Gatsby - has two rooms and a capacity of around 350. The dance floor stands out with a superb ceiling of dynamic neon lights. The music has also evolved, taking on different notes depending on the evening: house, techno, or 80s... The audience is also more eclectic depending on the events organized. Follow the program on our networks. Good to know: on Thursdays and Fridays, entry is free for girls before 1am. The venue can also be privatized on certain evenings for cocktail parties.

Moored on the quays of Rennes in winter and roaming the canals of Brittany in summer, La Péniche spectacle is a creative venue run by the company Le Théâtre du Pré Perché. Its crew develops a rich, multi-disciplinary program around music and words. Using the symbolism of the voyage, the company invites you to discover the voices of the world, through plays, concerts, photographic exhibitions and storytelling... on the water! It is also a venue for exhibitions, conferences and meetings, working with local festivals in particular.

Inaugurated in 1997 with a capacity of 254 seats, Le Tambour is located in the heart of Rennes II. Linked to education on campus, programming is entrusted to teachers and students. There are conferences and concerts in all styles: classical, electro, rock, rap… Let us not forget the Big Band of Rennes II and the university choirs. The Clear Obscure association deals with the Ciné Tambour, with evolving themes per semesters. € 35 for 48 annual cinema meetings, € 20 at reduced rate: It's pretty interesting, isn't it? Not to mention partnerships with festivals: Jazz in the West, Travelling, Drum Bearings, Meeting, Electroni… A room that always needs to be seen! Very active, it reserves great moments! The public is of all ages, because the From know that they are hiding from beautiful discoveries in this room!

The Café des Champs Libres is a place where students, local grandmothers and people who work nearby mingle. The place has been fitted out with second-hand objects and furniture, the bar has been built from pallets and the beer that flows here is above all Gallia, a beer committed to the climate. The eco-responsible and inclusive café promotes diversity in its cultural programming, with emerging hip-hop, electro and conservatory groups, as well as stand-up and café philo. In the kitchen, you can enjoy simple vegetarian dishes and Breton coffees. The 150-seat terrace is an excellent summer spot.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

Located on the Colombier slab, 1988 is an alternative club where contemporary and live music take center stage. Comprising three rooms, each able to accommodate up to 450 people, it lends itself to a variety of atmospheres, welcoming over 150 artists each year for surprising evenings of rock, jazz, electronica and funk... The venue has made a name for itself on the techno and house scene. With an eclectic line-up featuring Breton collectives, international acts, festivals and cultural events, it's a surprisingly abundant club capable of offering intense evenings dedicated to letting go.

This legendary gay club in Brittany's capital has been around since the 1980s. Not far from Rennes' M.U.R., dedicated to street-art, its entrance goes almost unnoticed by day. By night, it opens its doors to anyone determined to party. With its small dance floor and music that's both pop and electro, Le Batchi is a gay-friendly space open to all, whatever their sexual orientation. Even if the place is a well-known pick-up spot in the gay community, the admission policy is not sectarian: you're sure to meet friendly people and colorful characters to end your evenings in style!

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!

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.

A very gay friendly bar that attracts a rather young clientele. Themed evenings, organised regularly, mixes of local DJS, are always characterized by a great festive atmosphere. On the third Thursday of the month, the resident DJ hosts a blind test, where a piece found makes you win a shot! A metre of shots is 10 €, which probably contributes to the rather warm atmosphere of the evenings! But always with moderation!

Looking for a place like no other? This secret bar, tucked away in a quiet street a stone's throw from the station, will take you back to the days of buccaneers and piracy. But to get in, you freshwater sailor, you'll first have to find the code... Once you've completed your quest, the reward comes in the form of a cocktail with a name as unusual as its composition, such as the Faiseur de Pluie (gin, Chouchen, chestnut syrup, seaweed salt, lemon juice) or the Gaulois Invaincu (absinthe, Suze, Picon bière, lime). Between the stone walls, tropical winks, portholes and wooden bar, you'll really feel like you're spending the evening in a privateer's tavern.

A canteen with simple, inspired cuisine at lunchtime, a meeting place all day and a lively bar in the evening, this bistro with its refined bohemian soul lives up to its name of "terre d'abondance" (land of plenty). You'll feel as if you're in a small southern village square. The terrace and welcome are convivial, and when night falls, the building lights up in pretty colors of green, red and yellow... which can produce a curious effect on passers-by who are a little tipsy (but not only!), as if the place were coming out of a dream. Don't miss the first floor, a jewel box of beauty, a cross between an antique dealer's salon, a cosy mountain retreat and the lair of a ^19th-century botanist.

Just below the Place des Lices, is this place with an industrial aesthetic, with grey walls, whose street side is entirely covered with a bay window, with a terrace composed of community tables. It is the ideal place for an after work, an evening with friends or simply to eat, the bar also acting as a restaurant in addition to proposing the traditional aperitif boards. We appreciate the style that doesn't try to do too much, the simple and efficient welcome as well as the Goldorak mural, which attracts a clientele from a generation that knew him well. A festive atmosphere but never in the excess, the ideal to spend a good evening!

Boasting a superb terrace on the eponymous square, highly photogenic with its half-timbered facades, Champ Jacquet is a long, stone-built café with exposed beams and a lovely exotic tapestry. The clientele is very varied, with different habits at different times of the day. They come for breakfast, lunch, snacks, aperitifs or to spend the evening. Here, the French aperitif is back in the limelight, led by Suze, Lillet and Byrrh, to be enjoyed with cheese and charcuterie boards. At lunchtime, you'll appreciate the efficient service and quick meals - fish & chips, burger, croque or salad.

Taking over the walls of the mythical Quincaillerie, Nakama has been able to impose its style and seduce the crowds from the start with its concept of a tapas bar and homemade Japanese street food (miso soup, takoyaki, tataki... - a treat!) supplemented by a good choice of bottled beers and natural wines to which is added a wide range of Japanese spirits. In a decoration that oscillates between industrial / arty atmosphere and deeply zen atmosphere, it's a warm and lively place that keeps the spirit of its predecessor's neighbourhood bar while giving it a welcome change of scenery through its young and fresh concept and its special evenings with a totally made in Japan spirit!

This relaxed, heterogeneous place offers a mix of concepts: bistro, guinguette, microbrewery in a purely authentic setting. This former hospital dating from 1858 has preserved its soul and authenticity. Origin'Ale beers are brewed in the former operating theatre. You can enjoy your beverage surrounded by lightboxes, facing the cloister under the tall trees. You'll also want to sample the friendly, cantine-bistro-style cuisine in a minimalist setting, where you can leaf through books by Gaudry or Big Mamma while you wait for your plate.

La Comédie de Rennes is a brand new venue located in the Longs Champs area. Artistic director Nilson José is himself an actor and producer. The unique, intimate 120-seat venue offers a rich program for young audiences and adults alike. There's plenty of interactive comedy to keep things light-hearted. More than just a performance venue, the Comédie de Rennes offers improvisation and acting classes for all ages, led by professionals at very affordable rates. On the practical side, the venue has free parking, so you don't have to worry about parking in the evening.

A breeze from Asia blows across the rue Baudrairie, in the heart of Rennes. It's here that this Japanese café with an innovative concept has taken up residence: a matcha bar to discover or rediscover this green tea powder in all its forms. Known for its antioxidant virtues, matcha can sometimes be off-putting because of its bitterness. The variety selected here is one of the least bitter. But above all, the team redoubles its ingenuity to make people appreciate this Japanese specialty, served in drinks with fruit, in pastries... The chocolate fondant with matcha ganache is a delight. Lunchtime menus also include bentos and Japanese sandwiches.

Frédéric, from Quebec, and Julie, from Rennes, have foundedthis coffee shop featuring all the flavors of La Belle Province. Whether in the intimate wood-panelled room or on the terrace overlooking the passers-by on Rue Vasselot, you can enjoy a sparkling latte with maple syrup, a Saint-Laurent Oolong tea with walnuts and maple from their near-neighbors Tea & Cie , or a La Corsaire beer brewed in Levis, Quebec (Frédéric used to work there). In the kitchen, it's a team effort! Julie is in charge of pastries, concocting fluffy scones and ultra-tasty carrot cake. Frédéric is in charge of the savoury side, preparing three dishes every lunchtime with influences from here and abroad. On weekends, the restaurant serves brunch (we recommend the "assiette du bûcheron"!). And last but not least, Le Caribou offers Quebecois grocery products. Maple syrup, poutine sauce mix and ice cider are yours for the taking!

Housed in a former ^12th-century church, the Théâtre du Vieux Saint-Etienne is one of those places that offers great freedom of artistic expression. A creative and performance venue for local theater, circus arts and slam poetry companies, the Théâtre du Vieux Saint-Etienne offers shows for all audiences, with programming initiated by companies and events such as Ay-Roop (circus arts) and the Maintenant festival. Associated with the Mythos, Maintenant and Stunfest festivals, the stage offers many moments of grace and remarkable performances.

The ciné-club of the University of Rennes 2 welcomes you every Wednesday for double film screenings organised by the Department of Performing Arts. Benefiting from all the modern comforts and a giant screen, the cinema allows to see in very good conditions films from a program ensuring a great diversity (great classics, darker films, documentaries...), partnerships with various associations as well as the Travelling festival. Outside the cinema club, live shows, concerts and conferences are held all year round to complete a programme that allows everyone to benefit from a professional cultural offer at very accessible prices.

Located in the National Theater of Brittany, this cinema offers to the spectators to discover films of the whole world in VO with a clear preference for the cinema of author in all kinds. The program is of high quality and offers a number of different events (meetings, white cards, surprise films...). It is widely advised to follow the program attentively since, in addition to some unique screenings, the TNB cinema also offers retrospectives of certain directors by showing their complete works (in recent years: Kurosawa, Fassbinder, Ozu, Jarmusch... among others!). A marvel for the connoisseurs.