For local & seasonal cocktails: Povera Bar
Tucked near the Port of Nice, Povera is the purist's address: cocktails built around local and seasonal ingredients, warm and intimate atmosphere. Ideal for an early evening drink.
Bars in Nice
Best Bars in Nice: A Local Guide to the Old Town
Between the baroque alleyways of the Vieux-Nice and the energy of the Port district, the city's nightlife scene is as diverse as its history. This guide covers the addresses worth knowing — from precision cocktails to natural wine, craft beer and live music.
For cocktails & nightlife: Les Folies d'Edmonde
Set in a 17th-century vaulted cellar at 16 rue Benoît Bunico, Les Folies d'Edmonde is the reference cocktail bar of the Vieux-Nice. The signature menu features creations like the André (French chestnut whisky, bourbon, magic velvet) and the Ginette (mezcal, tequila, mango, verbena). Every evening brings its own programme: karaoke, drag shows, flamenco, jam sessions and blind tests. Full buyout or entire cellar hire available for groups of 30 to 50.
Bars in Nice
For natural wine: Rouge
For those who prefer wine over cocktails, Rouge is the go-to address. A sharp wine bar with a convivial and epicurean atmosphere, a great selection of bottles and sharing plates. Mediterranean art de vivre at its finest.
For the pub atmosphere & beers: Sailor's Pub
For evenings when you just want a good pint with friends in a relaxed setting, Sailor's Pub is a solid choice. Wide beer selection, festive and welcoming spirit, no frills.
For music & groove: Vibes Bar
For a sharp musical atmosphere, Vibes excels in Modern Classics — reimagined cocktails with a contemporary twist — served to a soundtrack of funk, disco, Brazilian boogie or afro-beat. Perfect for dancing.
Planning a group night out or corporate event in Nice
Organising a night out for 20, 30 or 50 people requires planning ahead. Key criteria: capacity, service quality and entertainment that brings the group together. Les Folies d'Edmonde offers bespoke private hire packages for bachelorette parties, birthdays and corporate afterworks — with karaoke or live music entertainment included depending on the package.
Frequently asked questions about bars in Nice
What area of Nice has the best nightlife?
The Vieux-Nice concentrates most of the lively bars, especially around Rue de la Préfecture and Rue Benoît Bunico. The Port district is quieter and more focused on natural wine and precision cocktails.
Which bars in Nice are good for a bachelorette party?
Les Folies d'Edmonde is particularly well-suited for bachelorette parties thanks to its privatisable spaces, karaoke entertainment and group packages. The vaulted cellar creates both an intimate and festive setting for a memorable night.
Do bars in Nice have live music?
Yes. Several bars in Nice feature live music: Atmos Concept, le Shapko, O'Neill's, Bistrot Rossetti, Wayne's Bar… Les Folies d'Edmonde regularly hosts jam sessions, flamenco and live musician nights in its vaulted cellar.
Do I need to book in advance to visit Les Folies d'Edmonde?
For event nights (karaoke, drag shows, concerts), booking at Les Folies d'Edmonde is strongly recommended — evenings often sell out. For a regular weekday visit, walk-ins are generally welcome.
Contact
View our menu
Explore our signature and classic cocktails, refined mocktails, and our selection of premium gins and whiskies.
Book a table
For 1–20 guests, book a table for drinks, a birthday, or a night out in Nice Old Town.
Live music
In Nice, bars offering real live music — not background noise, not a playlist — are rare. Les Folies d'Edmonde, at 16 rue Benoît Bunico in the Vieux-Nice, is an exception: the 17th-century vaulted cellar hosts a variety of musical formats throughout the year, from open-stage karaoke to jazz jam sessions, flamenco concerts, drag shows and DJ sets.
Practical info
Address
16 rue Benoit Bunico, 06300 Nice, France
Hours
Every day: 6:00 pm – 12:30 am
Payment methods
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