This is not a cocktail bar, and the house is not trying to become one. It is the bar of a brasserie open since 1902: you have a drink before sitting down to eat, you stay on after dessert, or you come only to drink something without ordering a dish at all. At 33 boulevard du Maréchal Foch, until 2 a.m.
The bar is part of the room
In a brasserie the bar is not a separate space where non-eaters are sent. It holds the middle of the house and runs continuously alongside the service: an aperitif while you choose, a glass of wine during the meal, a last drink once the table has emptied. That continuity is what distinguishes a brasserie from a restaurant that closes its kitchen and turns off the lights.
Without booking, or nearly
You can push the door open and sit down. The house has eighty-five seats indoors across four spaces, plus forty-three on a terrace covered by one large awning: there is usually room at the counter or in the room without having announced anything. For a group coming for a drink, on the other hand, a word in advance saves us looking for somewhere to put twelve people in the middle of service.
Karaoke and the big sporting fixtures
The house runs karaoke nights and screens sporting events. These are the two moments when the bar takes precedence over the table, and when people come for the atmosphere rather than the menu. The calendar is not fixed: ask for it on the spot or on 02 41 88 46 62 before bringing a whole team along.
The terrace for an aperitif
Forty-three seats look out on the boulevard, under a large awning that covers them in a single span. This is the place for late afternoon and early evening, while it is still light and the city is heading home. The awning lets you stay through a passing shower, which a parasol does not.
The hours
Monday to Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. Closed on Sundays. The bar follows those hours: it opens with the house and closes with it.
Frequently asked questions
Useful answers
before your visit.
Where is Les Variétés?
At 33 boulevard du Maréchal Foch, 49100 Angers, close to the main sights and Saint-Laud railway station.
What should I mention when booking?
Share your date, time, number of guests and any timing or dietary requirements.
Can I book online?
Yes. Use the booking link below to check availability and confirm your table straight away.
Is the terrace always available?
Yes. The terrace is open all year round, and a large awning provides shelter from both sun and rain. A table remains subject to the day's layout and availability.
Can groups be welcomed?
Yes. Each group can be welcomed with an arrangement suited to its occasion, number of guests and preferences. The team can plan a specific table layout and consider different rooms or areas, subject to the date and availability.
Does the menu change?
Yes. The menu follows the seasons and some dishes change regularly. Please check the current menu before your visit.
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