Ma Nolan's Nice Port sur Nice

23/09/2026: Good looks, good price, friendliness and good vibes

14/09/2026: A pub that truly feels "local." My first time at Snug & Cellar, and so far I've only seen the terrace… but it's already enough to give you a good idea of ​​the place! We settle down at a table, amidst the hustle and bustle of Rue Droite, one of the liveliest little streets in Old Nice. Next to me, a regular of a certain age calmly sips his glass of wine, then leaves. For a good ten minutes, no one seems particularly bothered by my presence. 😄 Then a blonde woman comes out, sees me, calmly continues clearing tables and attending to the others… and finally comes over to ask me what I'd like. In English, of course! Not exactly the kind of place where they pounce on you as soon as you sit down: here, they take their time and let you live your life. It's a bit rough around the edges, a bit casual, but ultimately quite charming and, above all, much more authentic than some of the very "touristy" establishments in Old Nice. And then there's the setting: Rue Droite, the constant flow of people, the old buildings, the terraces, and that very particular atmosphere of Old Nice. Even without having explored the interior yet, Snug & Cellar already has a real personality. I'll be back to see if the interior confirms this first impression. 😉 What also struck me was the contrast with some other pubs in Old Nice, like Ma Nolan's or Akathor. There, the service is very organized and professional, with young waitresses and waiters from Northern Europe, tablets in hand, orders taken immediately, etc. Here, it's the complete opposite: the service seems much more relaxed, almost artisanal. You wait, you observe, you're left undisturbed at your table… and someone eventually comes over. 😄 And, oddly enough, this gives Snug & Cellar a much more authentic and less formulaic feel.