Bars

Le Couloir

Long-running gay bar near Place Masséna with afterworks from 17:00

Nice, France

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Nice

About Le Couloir

Tucked a few steps from Place Masséna and the Old Town, Le Couloir is one of the French Riviera’s older gay venues — the website notes it has been part of Nice’s community for around 35 years. The bar opens every day from 17:00 with afterwork gatherings where regulars and visitors meet over drinks and small plates. In the evenings the mood shifts toward music and events: the current operator, Christophe, says he intends to keep the venue’s tradition while giving it renewed energy. Small-scale and convivial, it’s a useful first stop before later nightlife in Vieux-Nice or a low-key evening in town.

What to expect

Expect a compact, cosy bar atmosphere rather than a big club: afterworks from 17:00 with snacks and conversation, then music and occasional events as the night progresses. It works well as an early evening meet-up point or a steady, sociable stop before exploring Nice’s later venues.

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Address

1 Rue Alberti, 06000 Nice, France

Phone

098151668

Opening hours

Closed now

Opens Saturday at 17:00

Monday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM Sunday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM

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1 Rue Alberti, 06000 Nice, France

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Greg Sauers

3 months ago

Christophe makes you feel at home! What it lacks in space - it more than makes up for in personality, warmth and charm! Definitely a find!!

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Christina Huynh

a year ago

It seems to be a local dive bar, very small. Bartender was nice, but i wouldn't go back. It says you can't smoke there, but it reeks of smoke.

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Alexander Ridgeway

8 years ago

nice small gay bar. reminds me of the small bars in Tokyo with a larger than life bartender and thats about it. These bars revolve around the style and personality of the owner. This is no exception. Liked it. found it friendly.

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