Nestled on the south of France, Nice is a beautiful city with lovely beaches, quaint streets and immense historical significance. Did you know that Nice is also a literary and poetic hub, however? If you are a bookworm on the lookout for an evening out in Nice there are heaps of pubs that give a literary bent, excellent food and drink and a warm welcome. Here are the top pubs to enjoy a night out in Nice for literature:

The Snug and Cellar

The Snug and Cellar is English restaurant bar situated in the heart of Nice’s old Town. It’s a snug and homey pub with a wooden interior, dim lighting, and bookshelves reachable that back the books. The pub is very lively and good for having a drink or two on a night out, still with a feeleing of being part of the countercultural Literary crowd. The Snug and Cellar also hosts events such as book clubs, poetry and a Tuesday writers’ club.

Cave de la Tour

Cave de la Tour is an original wine bar situated in the historic Old Town of Nice. The bar has a warm atmosphere, stone walls are exposed and there are shelves full of books and wine. The bar serves an impressive variety of wines, and besides there is a wide delicious choice of appetizers to complement any novel. The Cave de la Tour hosts regular events like book readings, wine tastings, and poetry nights.

Penny Lane Pub

Penny Lane is irish pub in the centre of Nice. This popular lively and welcoming pub with Irish hospitality is a welcoming place to visit. The pub exudes a cozy, toasty feel with decor featuring vintage posters, dark stained wood timbers, numerous comfortable venues to perch. Penny Lane has a menu which is comprehensive when it comes to liquids and varies really across and an excellent range of craft beers, Spirits as well as Cocktails. They also frequently have musical events, quiz nights and open mic nights.

Le Bistrot des Plantes

Le Bistrot des Plantes is not just a tavern but also a restaurant with great, organic food in a friendly setting. The restaurant/pub has a Casual atmosphere, with mix of vintage and modern decor. The restaurant usually features live music and they also host literature themed events including readings and book signing such as author readings and other activities from the literary community. It is ideal for a romantic evening for two or a quiet night in reading a good book and a glass of wine.

Shepherd’s Pie Pub

Shepherd’s Pie Pub is yet another exceptional Irish Pub situated in the middle of Nice. The pub has a large selection of drinks to offer, which includes a fantastic selection of craft beers, whiskeys and spirits. The pub itself is all cozy and comfortably furnished, sporting amusing artwork and plenty of literary books on the shelves. Shepherd’s Pie also hosts various events such as live music, quiz nights, and cult films for screenings.