Krakatoa is a nightlife spot in Bordeaux Metropole, Bordeaux.
Krakatoa in Merignac, just west of Bordeaux, is the 1,000-capacity indie and alt-rock venue with a serious touring programme of European and American acts.
Editorially verified May 21, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Tip: Tram A from central Bordeaux to Pin Galant takes 25 minutes; last tram back is around 00:30.
Address: 3 Avenue Victor Hugo, 33700 Merignac, Bordeaux
Le Cesar Piano Bar in Bordeaux's Golden Triangle is the Allees de Tourny piano bar with nightly piano jazz and chanson programmes, a serious cocktail list.
Tip: No cover most weeknights; cocktails from €14, the front banquette gets the best view of the piano.
Mama Shelter Rooftop in Bordeaux's Saint-Pierre is the seventh-floor terrace of the Philippe Starck-designed hotel, with one of the only working rooftop.
Tip: Opens April to October; no reservations on the deck, only at the indoor bar.
Yndo Rooftop on Rue Abbe de l'Epee is the boutique hotel's small summer rooftop, with a tight cocktail list, charcuterie and an elevated view.
Tip: Reservation only; the rooftop opens in May and runs through September with weather permitting.
Le Night Beach at Darwin Ecosysteme is the summer outdoor bar on the Garonne quays in Bordeaux's Bacalan, with a sand floor, DJ sets and a young alternative.
Tip: Open June through September; tram A to Stalingrad then walk over the Pont de Pierre.
Symbiose Speakeasy in Bordeaux's Chartrons is the hidden cocktail bar behind the bookshelf at Symbiose, with homemade syrups, forgotten ingredients.
Tip: No reservations on the speakeasy side; arrive 19:00 to claim a stool or stay through dinner for a guaranteed seat.
Houdini in Bordeaux's Saint-Pierre is the reservation-only magic-themed cocktail bar on Rue Saint-Sernin, with magician-bartenders performing during.
Tip: Reservation only by phone; performances run during 90-minute slots, two slots per evening.
