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5 hidden and unsuspected bars in the heart of Lille

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La Planque: the most hidden bar in Lille (as its name indicates)

You will need to take the Rue des Trois Molettes, go through a door, and descend a bunch of steps to discover the unusual cellar. La Planque is the bar that's all the rage in Lille. Don't imagine a gloomy spot, no. Here, we focus on the warm side, just like the two brothers behind the project. We'll just tell you that this isn't just any cellar, but a place marked by history as it was once a Jewish hideout. On the menu: everything to please everyone (beers, wines, cocktails) but also platters!

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Hanky Panky: the hidden speakeasy bar at Tigermilk

Hanky Panky is tucked away at the top of Tigermilk restaurant. The neo-Mexican cuisine spot on Louise de Bettignies place in Lille opened its speakeasy bar a few months ago. For newcomers, it's a very intimate bar with a vintage British vibe. "Hanky Panky, is the place to go for a stolen moment. Buttoned armchairs, chesterfields, velvet chairs, floral wallpaper, and vintage furniture... This top floor brings together all the elements to create the intimate and secretive atmosphere of English clubs. An atmosphere that sets a real contrast with the first two floors of the restaurant." Ideal for starting or ending the evening, Hanky Panky will ensure you a unique experience for a 100% Tigermilk night.

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Kanaal Café: the hidden speakeasy at Peuple Belge

Who would have thought? You may pass by several times a day without even realizing it. Kanaal café (63 avenue du peuple belge) is a perfect example of a Lille speakeasy. It is hidden at the back of an old workshop. More than just a bar, it is a real living space with plenty of stand-up comedy nights called simply the "Kanaal Comedy Club", Night Club nights for dancing, magic nights... Regulars highlight the wide selection of beers that is radically different from what you see elsewhere in Lille. The added bonus? This hidden bar is a Belgian-Dutch concept that advocates for exclusive craft beers. Basically, if you are a fan of secret places, humor, and good beers, this is the place to be!

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Café Society: the hidden bar between Grand Place and the Opera

Of course. There is the Grand Place and its well-known establishments. Then, there is the place du Théâtre with its popular terraces among the people of Lille: La Cloche, Le Beffroi, among others. But between the two, if you turn your head as you go from one place to the other, you will discover in the small alleyway (Rue des Trois Couronnes) just between the two, there is a great bar hiding: Café Society! Here, simplicity and conviviality are key. You can find a good selection of local beers and they focus on jazz!

O'Quai 9: the hidden bar in a huge vaulted cellar in Old Lille

O'Quai 9 is perhaps one of the best spots at the moment for a night out with friends, being both chill and having everything you need for a good time. Here, it's like being at home: you can sit on comfortable sofas, play a game of darts, pool or foosball, or watch the games on TV. Add to that low prices for Old Lille, finger food that pleases everyone... You get the idea: it's all about being friendly and family-oriented. You can find it at number 9 Rue Maracci!

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