The Shakespeare — Restaurant in Montpellier

Hark! In fair Montpellier, where sun doth kiss the stone, A tavern stands, by name the Shakespeare known. A haven true for souls of merry cheer, Who seek the solace of good English beer.

Upon the threshold, one doth step and sigh, Transported hence to London's alehouse high. Dark wood abounds, with playbills hung with care, And photos dim of actors debonair.

A bar of oak, a monarch in its might, Doth hold dominion through the fading light. Here weary souls their thirst may quench with ease, From pale blonde ales to stouts that bring one's knees

A-trembling, yea, a choice for every taste, And cider sweet, or sharp, to chase the waste Of weary travel. But list! A merry din, A different sort of pleasure doth begin

Each Wednesday eve, when music fills the air, And minds are tested in a contest rare. A "blind test" named, where songs in fragments fly, And wit is matched against a knowing eye.

So come, good sir, or lady fair of face, And join the throng in this delightful place. For merriment and music here reside, With foaming tankards flowing deep and wide.

Forget all woes, and raise a glass on high, To Shakespeare's pub beneath...

I love this place. Here you will find the authentic atmosphere of an English pub. The staff is friendly, handsome, smart (effortlessly cracking trivia games), and makes you feel welcome. The interior is comfortable and stylish, full of memorabilia, curious books, and a Facebook like counter - make sure to like their Facebook page to see it move! One could find tables both outside and inside, except, perhaps, on Tuesday and Friday evenings, so hurry up! On Tuesdays one can play trivia - just make sure to book a table in advance: the games are so exciting; the host is so entertaining and charismatic; the prizes are so tempting, that tables are booked at once. If you are a fan of dark beer, I suggest Ink Well. The bloody Mary is also delicious, but who cares about drinks, even good ones, when this place is all about the...

Great place for a beer, especially if, like me, you prefer an English style ale. Charles Wells is one of UK's oldest brewery names. Don't expect UK beer prices though as a standard price of €7.00 is the norm in Montpellier. There is a happy hour between 5 pm & 7pm which reduces the price to €5.40, more like UK prices. On the downside very limited food menu which I would describe as...