The Black Cat Pub

The Black Cat Pub is at 37 cours Aristide Briand, one of the avenues that leave Place de la Victoire, the square where thousands of students pass every day. Le Bonbon lists it among the city's concert bars for its rock and alternative atmosphere, with regular bands and musicians on a guitar-led, underground bill.

It suits the Victoire end of a night: a drink on the square, a band here, then tram B from Victoire or a taxi to the clubs. The line-up changes, so check what is on before you go. Not for you if you want electronic music or a dance floor: this is a pub with guitars.