Chamonix
A favourite among seasonal workers letting off steam, 'Room 9' boasts the most spirited (rather, loudest) après-ski party in Cham (from 3pm or 4pm). There…
Must-see nightlife in Savoie
Savoie
Jack's Bar plays it cool, but it's the slickest après-ski operator in town: stand-up comedy, themed nights, and live music from 5pm to 7pm from Monday to…
Savoie
Why wait until you’re back down in the village to party? From 2.30pm every day, DJs, singers, choreographed dancers and live bands fuel a riotous après…
Savoie
It would be an omission to leave Méribel without skiing straight up to the terrace of the 'Ronnie', shuffling to the bar in ski boots, and ordering the…
Savoie
The indie-rock alternative to après-ski stalwart La Folie Douce is Cocorico. The large outdoor deck, strung with fairy lights, stages excellent bands…
Savoie
Vats of home-brewed IPA, porter and German-style beer glint temptingly from Morzine’s trendiest expat hangout and après-ski joint, while vegetarian and…
Annecy
It's best not to examine too closely this convivial boozer's Irish pub credentials. But after a genuine welcome and finding a seat in the warren of…
Chamonix
In the 19th century, climbing parties used to assemble in the Bistrot des Sports before setting out to conquer Mont Blanc. A merry medley of mountaineers,…
Chamonix
This Canadian-run microbrewery is one of Chamonix' most unpretentious and gregarious watering holes, pouring its own locally made blonde, stout, pale ale,…
Savoie
There's no escaping La Folie Douce. These piste-side après-ski bars are notorious for building nightclub atmosphere in broad daylight. Around 2pm, follow…
Annecy
This handsome salon de thé has a master chocolatier staining his apron out back, as he hand-dips squares of ganache into chocolate, dices nougat and rolls…
Chamonix
This British-owned après-ski mainstay has a split personality: upstairs the 'Jekyll' has really good pub food (from seafood tapas and sweet and sour duck…
Chamonix
A friendly, low-key place to mingle with fellow skiers and hikers, La Jonction pours excellent coffee by day, and – when après-ski hour arrives – mixes…
Chamonix
Spread over four levels with cosy hidden corners, this futuristic/rustic disco chalet – stone archways, fancy disco balls, sleek leatherette seats –…
Chamonix
This Anglophone dive bar borrows Irish, English and Aussie insignia in its bid to be the friendliest, grungiest place in Cham. Setting the scene are a…
Annecy
This laid-back, high-tech establishment serves beer like petrol stations sell gasoline: you only pay for what you pump. After buying credit on a…
Savoie
This intimate, wood-eaved den is the sophisticate's choice for après-ski. Hunker down between book-lined walls and be served top-notch wines by the glass…
Savoie
Oxblood walls and wooden benches establish the cosy 'n' casual tone at the 'Little Dane', which heaves with après-ski action from DJs to live music –…
Chambéry
Crouching cheekily beneath the western façade of the cathedral is the most French 'Irish pub' you'll ever find. A genuine welcome sets the tone, and the…
Savoie
This cavernous, loosely Irish-themed pub pulls a young, good-time crowd. Live music gets boots stomping on the scuffed wooden floor, and there's big…
Savoie
Val d’Isère’s party HQ has been catering to the valley's night owls since 1979. The 'after-dinner club' has live music (sax with percussion) warming up…
Savoie
More chic than the Irish-pub name suggests, O'Sullivan's pairs a friendly pub with a solid craft beer selection (nine on tap) with a swish underground…
Savoie
Within a solid stone-and-timber building in the centre of Méribel sits this informal bar with a bluesy soundtrack. Inside there's a woodsy, chalet vibe…
Annecy
Hidden in plain sight near the Palais de l'Isle, this amiable cafe attracts a mix of tourists and artistic locals to nurse a coffee or vin rouge beneath…
Annecy
Hidden in a canalside arcade, this speciality coffee joint takes its time in pouring the perfect cappuccino. Though tiny, it attracts an animated mix of…
Savoie
The slick, down-lit decor and satisfying cocktail menu (from €9) herald good times, while carb-heavy 'tapas platters' soak up the damage. Between sports…
Savoie
Skiers along Stade du Pleney and Piste B will see this colourful bar from the slopes as they glide back into Morzine village. This classic après-ski meet…
Savoie
Skiers traipsing back into Brides-les-Bains from the bottom of the Olympe lift will be tempted into this sedate but sophisticated lounge bar. Happy hour …
Chamonix
In one of Chamonix' prime spots – two art deco storeys overlooking the main square and the chattering Arve – this British-style sports pub serves…
Chamonix
This mellow pub cranks things up in the après-ski (or, in summer, après-mountain bike) hours, with DJs or live music a couple of nights a week (including…
Savoie
Wines by the glass at this classy little bar range from loyally Haute-Savoie varietals to Bordeaux and Bourgogne, a choice of 30 (or hundreds, if you're…
Savoie
Gently ribbing French and British stereotypes with its name, this casual joint claims to be the highest pub in Europe. It's messy, merry and devoid of…
Annecy
A sweet little wine bar at the foot of the castle, with an excellent array of wines by the glass (from €4), tasting platters of cheese, charcuterie and…
Chambéry
Candy-sweet in both decor and menu, this pint-sized salon de thé has a pretty 'n' pink array of cupcakes to savour alongside a 76%-cocoa hot chocolate or…
Savoie
Established in 1881, Café des Bains nurtures a relaxing atmosphere in which to sip a cappuccino, plus there's brasserie-style comfort food like steaks and…
Savoie
Well-worn furnishings and a wood-beamed ceiling set a cosy mood at La Grange, which unites tourists and locals over mulled wine, cinnamony hot apple juice…
