The best bars and cafés Côte d'Azur

With one of the most beautiful views of the Promenade des Anglais, the Pool Bar & Lounge of the Radisson Blu Hotel has become a must for the trendy nights of Nice, especially during the Jazz Festival and in high season. The atmosphere is chic but relaxed and the service is as good as the place: the staff is very attentive and everything is done to ensure a pleasant evening. Located on the hotel's panoramic terrace, how could it be otherwise?

Imagine an unusual setting where you can hunt for objects while enjoying a cup of tea and a slice of homemade cake. This cabinet of curiosities exists. Housed in a former bakery, it welcomes you for moments of conviviality and sharing. Passionate people and long-time friends meet there to hunt, relax and tinker together. Yes, tinkering. Accompanied by your hosts, you will bring back to life lightings, old dishes, vintage radios and other objects of yesteryear that tell a story... An atypical place as we like !

Here's a place like no other that's a must-see. This jazz bar in the old town attracts fans of this musical genre in search of good values and local artists. Live concerts are held daily. The program is varied. The lighting and proximity of the audience to the stage add to the ambience, while bistro chairs and round tables adorn the different areas. Whether you're having a drink at the bar or on the mezzanine overlooking the stage, this is THE place to relax while listening to jazz. A huge favorite.

We love the chic, urban style of the place, where you can enjoy fine wines accompanied by plates of charcuterie, cheese, salmon or homemade foie gras. La Suite is a cosy wine bar, where you can enjoy a quiet drink on the terrace, or have a party, because the place is as convivial as its owners. Numerous evening events are organized (announced on their Facebook page): live music concerts, sports broadcasts, themed evenings... It's a warm, relaxed place to spend an evening.

La Trinquette, well known to music lovers for its atypical and friendly atmosphere,

is celebrating its fifteenth anniversary and is getting a new look. To mark this turning point in its history, the club has chosen to focus on world music and jazz. One of the rare jazz clubs in the region offering real moments of communion to its audience by proposing a lively acoustic music. An opportunity to get up close and personal with artists during exclusive jazz evenings every Friday and Saturday! Thursday and Sunday are dedicated to other forms of music.

Le Quay's is the place to be for merrymakers in search of a good time, with a breathtaking view of the old port of Cannes! The wood-panelled decor adds a touch of warmth to the place. You'll come across all sorts of characters: sailors who've come to remake the world, sports fans enthralled by the matches on the giant screen, tourists in chill-out mode after a day of sightseeing, not forgetting groups of friends and lovers who've come to savor the moment with live music. Maybe we'll bump into you there too!

In this intimate setting, connoisseurs and novices alike can enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere. The wine list features a varied selection of French and international wines to delight every palate. Make yourself comfortable at the bar, on the terrace or in the cosy armchairs on the mezzanine, and accompany your glass with a delicious cheese, charcuterie or antipasti platter. A not-to-be-missed rendezvous for epicureans in search of simple, delicious pleasures!

In a lively atmosphere where beer flows freely, this Cannes pub instantly transports you to Ireland, without even leaving Cannes! With its typical ochre and wood-tone decor, every nook and cranny exudes Irish conviviality. A staple of Cannes nightlife, it's the HQ for wild parties, where live music resonates right through the night. And for sports fans, it's also THE place to drink, with matches shown on the big screen, accompanied by a cocktail or whisky that'll have you dancing the jig!

It's the trendy little brother of Morrison's Pub. The atmosphere is different, but just as festive. As soon as happy hour arrives, make yourself comfortable on pretty barrels, sip your drink and let yourself be carried away by the electro and house rhythms that enliven this bar throughout the week. Here, the traditional pub gives way to an elegant, subdued atmosphere, orchestrated by live parties, quizzes and the resident DJ. As you can see, this is the ideal place to start your evening, and it's sure to be a memorable one.

With the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in its sights, this third establishment on the Côte d'Azur (after those in Nice) offers much more than just a pub. It's a true Irish port of call, where beers and whiskies flow freely in an atmosphere worthy of the pubs of Dublin or Cork. Enjoy generous cuisine all day long, great cocktails at happy hour and sports broadcasts on the big screen. Live concerts and twice-weekly quizzes are sure to add a touch of fun to your evening!

Here is a brand new bar, to discover for its friendliness and charm. The Zanzi'bar is ideally placed on the wharf of the beautiful port of Saint-Mandrier, with a pleasant terrace on the edge of the waves. The interior has been completely renovated with a sleek, modern plant with ethnic touches, a light bar (changing colour), white rhino heads, exposed stones and beams, small tables and benches. Here you will be joined by the end of the afternoon to refresh yourself, then at the time of aperitif, or for a moment of relaxation thanks to a wide range of drinks. We love original syrups (papa, kiwi, watermelon, etc.), the famous Gambetta (very famous in the south!), and all the classic drinks.

For a cold beer, a good plate of cold cuts or cheese, or a simple coffee break, Les Distilleries Idéales is worth a visit. Located in the old town of Nice, it is both a lounge and a tasting counter that takes us back a few centuries. The decoration is magnificent, in the old style, mixing copper metal and woodwork, in a pleasant atmosphere. A real bistro, with a chic style, from another time. On our side, we loved to settle down upstairs, to observe the decoration of the bar.

An old carterie transformed into a delightful tea room, creperie and bakery at a time. A decor that refers to the world of cinema in tribute to the great actors who stayed in Saint Paul. The establishment was taken over 2 years ago by two managers who kept the same formula. In the morning, we stop to buy bread and drink coffee. At noon, you can enjoy a beautiful salad, a dish of the day, a salty pie or a pancake. In the afternoon, tea time with a "Dammann Frères" teas (30 varieties for tasting and for sale). Whatever the time of the day, a small gourmet break is always very pleasant.

Right at the entrance to Vieux-Nice, on the edge of the Place du Palais de Justice, this is one of Nice's must-visit establishments at any time of day. From tea tasting, to aperitif time when you enjoy a good fruit cocktail accompanied by complimentary tapas, and later when the place transforms into a nightclub, the party's in full swing and the prices are sweet. Known for its 80s-style Thursday nights, the atmosphere remains convivial and danceable, with talented bands and DJs performing.

A piano bar where the atmosphere is provided by a DJ.

A friendly and no-fuss address, known for its famous Monaco beer. Unfiltered and unpasteurized, it is made on site from organic malts revealing authentic tastes in the mouth. Try the lightly spiced 4.5° white, the finely hopped 5° blonde or the full-bodied 5.5° amber, without forgetting the exceptional brews to be discovered each month around a unique vintage. The place comes alive every evening with the resident DJ and during the broadcasting of sports or musical events.

The club Jean Roch, the first in a long list, is one of the high places of the nights tropéziennes, where you can eat with the sound of a disk jockey, then dance on a music "house" until dawn, mixed by famous DJS, accompanied by star of international renown.