Hello to Patrick and Marie Just a word from Eddie and Melvin…read morefrom Dallas, Texas. Patrick and Marie and staff are wonderful and we shall never forget all their hospitality and kindness. We felt like we belonged there from the 1st day. Do you still have the globe that we gave you before we left? Dallas clock still on wall? Please never forget us as we made friendships for life. Jean Michel hope all is well with you.

From the owner: Un Globe bon enfant La déco de la brasserie invite au voyage. Dès que les premiers rayons de soleil…read moresont suffisamment chauds, on peut s'installer en terrasse. Un grand nombre d'habitués consomment régulièrement une entrée et un plat du jour. Le week-end, on peut rencontrer rugbymen, handballeurs, volleyeurs du Mans... D'ailleurs, Patrick qui va souvent soutenir sa clientèle lors des matchs a décoré l'une de ses salles aux couleurs du sport. Le service est rapide et attentif, tout comme sont attentifs les responsables qui veillent sur la valse des serveurs et les assiettes des clients.

From the owner: Bar à bières belges de spécialité, bières d'autres origines et whiskies.read more

I love everything about this bar. The service, the variety of GREAT live music, the beers,…read morecocktails, and wine! The people! You can hear amazing musicians most evenings, the outdoor space is lovely right across from The Pale too. Inside it's a little small but just right for a lounge and bar atmosphere. I had a grog, which was hot lemon, maybe a little ginger? maple syrup or honey and definitely rum! They serve hot tea as well. I was drawn in the other day by the amazing house band, The Balkanic Orchestra, I believe. See videos - they were awesome! I've heard other jazz trios and amazing live performances. Highly recommend!

We were desperate to find an acceptable bar in Chartres and became sooo happy to find this gem!…read more They have ~150 different beers, including ~10 on tap. They notably have many French craft beers (including a reasonable amount of IPA beers, usually hard to find in France). Prices are ~7-8€ for a pint of draft beer or for a ~35cL bottle - more expensive than a bar serving bad beers, but OK for the quality of the selection. The place itself is nice - hard rock music but not too loud, knowledgeable waiters but also very pleasant. You have beer ads as decoration and beer barrels as tables. Due to the prices, the client base excludes young thugs - you'll mostly find groups of college friends. I'd definitely be back if I go back to Chartres!

Excellent bar hang out in Chartres, that seems to be open when the rest of Chartres goes dead. It…read moreis a really local place, the owner couple can always be found behind the bar. The academy has a vast selection of beers from all over the world and the opportunity to try something new makes every visit interesting. The atmosphere is very relaxed (perhaps a bit too relaxed for some with the unisex toilet with a urinal in plain sight). This bar seems like the place where everyone is welcome and everyone seems to be having a good time. I am not sure how many come here to meet new people, though. There is a seated outdoor area for smokers.

During my year in France this was my home from home. Since I was there in 2006-2007 I have tried -…read morebut not always succeeded - to return there each year for La fête de la Saint-Patrick. Warren runs this authentic Irish pub in the centre of Tours. There are some nights for quizzes and bands, but the majority of the time it sticks to what it does best - being a great local pub with good beer and a friendly atmosphere. It may no longer be the case, but there was a book to record each pint the regulars drank. After 100 pints you would get your own pint glass with your name engraved. These hang all over the bar but mine sits back home in the UK now. I miss The Pale and have never found a bar that comes close to equalling it's greatness.

What's not to love?! My friends have all started a contest here where you drink 100 pints of beer…read morethen you get a beer glass with your name engraved on the wall. A great thing to aspire to! There are tables inside and out, and outside is truly lovely to enjoy a beer in the night air.

I found this place after wondering the streets trying to get away from the tourist square. You…read morecould easily walk past it. It has very good ambient music and a good feel to it. It was not too busy and it has a tv for sports if that is what floats your boat but no tv sound, just ambient music. I did not try the food. They have a selection of Belgian beers and Brooklyn and Proper Job Cornish beer. My Cornish side said to have that but I stuck with Tongerlo Belgiun trappist beer. They have wifi but I didn't get much out of it. I think because they were streaming the music for the bar. Bar staff very relaxed and told me about the music but generally quiet. Good place to lose yourself after 3pm when it its too hot to move.

Sweet find on our visit to Tours. Great tap beer selection and wine selection (for a pub). We had…read morea charcuterie and cheese plate and it was very good. Prices are very reasonable and service was good. Patio seating (of course) and a beer garden in back.

Came here on a Sunday, most of towns restaurants are closed, lucky we stumbled in. Very good foie…read moregras, the fish stew was also ordered, but I am giving it a five star in anticipation. If you are in Saumur give it a try

Great escargot. In the shell and incredibly fresh. Wonderful wine selection. We have escargot…read moredaily while visiting Samur

Loved having drinks at La Guinguette. They have a lot of seating with a great view of the Loire…read more They even have a space with books where you can sit, relax and read. They had a nice variety of drinks at very reasonable prices. You will pay a euro deposit on your cup, but you get the euro back when you bring it back. I enjoyed sparkling rosé and it was nice and refreshing. The lines moved quickly. They have a really great thing going here.

i got the caribbean special here which tasted pretty good but there was a little too much foam imo…read more service was very nice though and the ambiance was nice and beautiful by the loire. good to go with your friends and just chill