The 10 Best Bars In Arles, France

Mary-Anne Farah

When you’re on the hunt for that perfect place to drink, Arles has plenty to offer. In fact, the potential for a good evening out in Arles is so vast that choosing may seem like an impossible feat. To help you out, here is the Culture Trip’s list of the 10 best bars to visit in Arles.

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Bar du Marché

Bar du Marché is a true local’s bar and should be experienced by every traveler and tourist in Arles. It is the ideal place to taste the authentic French experience of a rowdy bar. The bar plays live matches for sports fans on a regular basis. They also host lottery nights, which will make your evening all the more exciting. You may even go away with a bit of extra cash in your hand from your recent win. Enjoy their wide array of drinks and their tasty menu.
Address and telephone number: 8 boulevard des lices, 13200 Arles, France, +33 4 90 43 35 10

Cheese Board

At the Baràvin bar, entertainment is the name of the game. They frequently feature local artists as well as some very talented DJs. The atmosphere is lively, the decor simple, and their drinks are great. They also serve a wonderful cheese board that comes highly recommended.
Address and telephone number: 40 rue des Arènes, 13200 Arles, France, +33 4 90 49 89 04

Hog roast

The Picador

The Picador is certainly full of surprises to keep visitors on their toes. On the odd occasion they will serve a spectacular hog roast, spit-roasted for four hours, leaving it beautifully tender and juicy. They feature regular musical performances, and the lack of a stage means artists mingle in with the crowd. This bar is very popular and serves some of the best wine in Arles.
Address and telephone number: 3, rue de la cavalerie, 13200 Arles, France, +33 4 90 54 83 43

Wine

Le Franc Bourgeois

Le Franc Bourgeois is a restaurant bar with an especially eclectic feel to it. The dark walls contrast the colorful pictures and the unique decor to provide a very special and unusual experience for guests. They specialize in wine, and with good reason. Their wine is fantastic and will leave you wanting more.
Address and telephone number: 4, Rue du Forum, 13200 Arles, France, +33 630759087

Tapas

Chez Caro

This multifaceted bar has much to offer its visitors; from wine to spirits, tapas, and a wonderful selection of food. Their menu is remarkably imaginative, you’ll love it. To make the most of Chez Caro, dine in the early evening and drink to your heart’s content once night falls. Taste a hefty selection of their wines and stumble home with some of the best of French liquor to warm you up. The decor is classy and welcoming; you won’t regret a stop at this spectacular wine bar.
Address and telephone number: 12 Place du Forum, 13200 Arles, France, +33 4 90 97 94 38

Fish Platter

Délicate & Saine

To truly make the most of Délicate & Saine, you will need to combine some of their best qualities. First, begin by ordering a red or white wine of your choice. Don’t worry, you will surely be spoiled for it. So if you are struggling, ask one of their amicable waiters or waitresses what is the most popular. Secondly, order yourself one of their platters of mussels, paired with a cheese and meat platter to share with your companions. Throughout your light snacking, order another glass of wine, from one of their spectacular aged bottles. By the end of your meal, you will be in need of a third and a fourth glass. Although this should be enough to leave you feeling satisfied, to get a real taste of how vast their wine selection is you will need to visit quite a few more times. Their quality of wine may convince you to pack your things and move to Arles so you can be a local and drink everyday.

Price: Mid-range

Opening hours: 9:00am – 10:00pm

Watch out for: their unforgettable fish platter

Address and telephone number: 30 rond point des arènes, 13200 Arles, France, +33 682448874

Vineyard

Caveàvin

This classy wine bar features its very own vineyard and specializes in providing some of the best bottles of wine in France. As you drink you can mingle with fellow guests while perusing the wall of wine bottles. The Caveàvin is sleek, classy, and has a sophisticated atmosphere. The building itself is also very beautiful; a perfect place for the wine connoisseur. Rest assured, you will be more than impressed with Caveàvin.
Address and telephone number: 4, Avenue des Arches, 13200 Arles, France, +33 623235437

Platter

La Table Du Caviste

La Table Du Caviste is another excellent wine bar in Arles. The bar is decorated with shelves along the pastel walls, filled with jars and wine bottles. This gives the place a homely atmosphere and creates a relaxing environment to sit and taste some of their wonderful wines. The bar also serves some light snacks, including nuts, cheese, olives, and selections of the best meats in town. To make the most of the place, be sure to ask the servers which wines they recommend.
Address and telephone number: 21 rue du Pont, 13200 Arles, France, +33 786815402

Jazz

Chez Ariane

A brilliant experience

Chez Ariane has been described as one of the best culinary experiences to be had in Europe. Their reviews are exceptionally and consistently positive, and they are renowned for showing their customers a good time. The atmosphere of Chez Ariane is inviting, and the staff will make you feel right at home. Though Chez Ariane is predominantly a wine bar, their food shouldn’t be missed. The quality of their dishes is simply outstanding. So enjoy the sound of soft jazz while drinking their flavorsome wine and eating their premium food.

Price: Mid-range

Call for opening hours

Watch out for: their jazz performances

Address and telephone number: 2 Rue Doct Fanton, 13200 Arles, France, +33 490520065

Irish Bar

Paddy Mullins

Paddy Mullins is a lively Irish pub. This pub has a real lazy feel to it. It’s the perfect place to go if you’re in search of a casual drink. The relaxed atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, and you will find yourself melting into a booth with a beer in hand. Their selection of drinks is most impressive; if you’re looking to party and drink the night away at a good price, Paddy Mullins is the place to be.
Address and telephone number: Boulevard Clemenceau, Arles, France, +33 490496725

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