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…
Must-see nightlife in French Alps & the Jura Mountains
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…
Dauphiné
An Irish sports bar as noteworthy for its friendly welcome as its selection of gins, O’Sharkeys has two bar areas (often with a different match screened…
Grenoble
With venerable stone walls, Belgian beer on tap and attentive staff, this is an atmospheric spot for an aperitif, or simply for an espresso during…
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…
Besançon
Loose-leaf teas and an out-of-the-ordinary dessert menu are good excuses to settle in at this salon de thé (tea rooms). Green and fruit teas infuse in…
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…
Dauphiné
Low ceilings and a pirate theme make this rum bar an enjoyably grubby spot for a potent mojito or two (cocktails from €8.50).
