The Glue Pot
Centre Erlon-Est, Reims
Bar in Reims, France
Book with PearlWhy go
A practical Reims wine-bar pick for visitors who want a central, lively stop rather than a formal Champagne appointment. Star Wine List recognition gives The Glue Pot a useful trust signal, but treat it as a drinks-first address, not a chef-led dining destination.
About The Glue Pot
For a Reims night that may run late, The Glue Pot is a casual option to keep on the plan. Its verified hours run into the night on several days, with Thursday and Friday listed until 2 AM, Saturday from 12 PM to 2 AM, Sunday closed. The dress code is casual, so it fits a low-pressure evening rather than a formal occasion.
The clearest verified recognition is Star Wine List (2026). That gives visitors a confirmed marker to note, but the available verified details do not establish a specific cuisine, signature dishes, chef, price point, reservation policy, or service format. Treat this as a thin-data recommendation: useful to know about, but best checked directly before making it the centre of a plan.
Late-evening energy is the reason to choose it
The fit is strongest when the schedule needs a Reims option that stays open later than a standard dinner stop. Monday through Wednesday list hours from 12–3 PM and 6 PM–12:30 AM; Thursday and Friday list 12–3 PM and 6 PM–2 AM; Saturday lists 12 PM–2 AM; Sunday is closed.
Compared with Au Bon Manger, this is the easier call when the priority is a casual stop with late listed hours. Compared with La Vertu, it may suit a looser evening plan. If you are comparing different Reims options for the same evening, Le Coq Rouge or Restaurant L'Assiette Champenoise may also be worth checking directly before deciding.
Use it as a wine-list-recognised stop, not the whole Reims plan
The smart play is to place The Glue Pot around the edges of a Reims itinerary rather than rely on it for details that are not verified here. The confirmed facts are limited: casual dress code, listed opening hours, Reims location, Star Wine List (2026) recognition.
Food expectations should stay measured because no specific cuisine, menu format, prices, or signature dishes are verified here. The safer recommendation is to judge it on the confirmed basics and check the venue directly for current dining details. If you are comparing it with other named Reims options, Au Bon Manger and Le Coq Rouge are also useful points of reference.
For broader planning, pair this with Our full Reims restaurants guide, Our full Reims bars guide, Our full Reims wineries guide, Our full Reims hotels guide, Our full Reims experiences guide. If this kind of Reims stop is the brief, compare it with options such as Le Wine Bar by Le Vintage, Au Bon Manger, La Vertu, Le Coq Rouge.
Planning details
- Location
- 49 Pl. Drouet d'Erlon, 51100 Reims, France
- Website
- thegluepot.com
- Phone
- +33 3 26 47 36 46
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Glue Pot reads like a well-worn British pub transplanted into the Champagne region. It operates by personality rather than polish: unfussy, unceremonious and comfortably democratic. The bar flattens hierarchy — no dress codes, no formal tasting rituals — and so feels like a natural gathering place for a mixed local crowd. Its charm lies in reliability rather than novelty; people return because it is part of the weekly social rhythm, not because it is new or fashionable. In a city of curated flute service and maisons, The Glue Pot is deliberately informal and quietly reassuring.
Best For
This is a neighbourhood bar that suits a broad, mixed crowd: locals dropping in during the week, students, and visitors who want something less ritualised than a Champagne tasting room. It works well for casual after-work pours, informal meetups and unstructured evenings when the point is conversation more than ceremony. Because it sits on Place Drouet d'Erlon — the pedestrianised social spine of Reims — the Glue Pot also feels appropriate for people-watching and quick stops between errands or sightseeing. It’s a place to make regulars rather than chase trends.
Ordering Tips
Ordering at The Glue Pot follows the straightforward pub model: expect minimal ceremony and a relaxed pace. There’s no need to anticipate flute service or curated cave explanations; the bar privileges simple social drinking over tasting-room formality. Come prepared to order casually, and be comfortable settling in for conversation rather than a staged tasting. If you’re looking for a Champagne-forward experience, this isn’t the place — but if you want an unpretentious drink in a local fixture, keep it simple and enjoy the sociable atmosphere.
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Vertu, Notable alternative
- Le Wine Bar by Le Vintage, Notable alternative
- Au Bon Manger, Notable alternative
- Le Coq Rouge, Notable alternative
- Restaurant L'Assiette Champenoise, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Reims
Choose The Glue Pot when the brief is late-evening flexibility and wine credibility without a formal dining commitment. La Vertu is the better cross-shop for a more composed wine-bar mood, while Le Wine Bar by Le Vintage makes sense for readers who want another wine-focused room in the same city rather than a restaurant-led evening.
Au Bon Manger is the stronger alternative if food is the deciding factor; The Glue Pot is the easier recommendation when the plan is looser and the wine list matters more than a defined meal. Le Coq Rouge is a better fit for a dinner-shaped night, especially if the group wants more of a restaurant feel.
For a splurge or occasion meal, Restaurant L'Assiette Champenoise sits in a different lane entirely. The Glue Pot wins on ease and late-night usefulness; L'Assiette Champenoise is the pick when the evening is built around the reservation itself.
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Compare The Glue Pot
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Glue Pot | Reims | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| La Vertu | Reims | No published awards |
| Le Wine Bar by Le Vintage | Reims | No published awards |
| Au Bon Manger | Reims | No published awards |
| Le Coq Rouge | Reims | No published awards |
| Restaurant L'Assiette Champenoise | Tinqueux | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at The Glue Pot?
The verified information does not specify the crowd. What is confirmed is that The Glue Pot is in Reims, has a casual dress code, keeps late listed hours on several nights.
Do I need a reservation at The Glue Pot?
The verified information does not include a reservation policy. Check the venue directly before going, especially for Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, when the listed hours run until 2 AM.
Is The Glue Pot good for groups?
The verified information does not include seating, layout, or group-booking details. For a group, confirm directly with the venue before relying on it as the meeting point.
Is the food good at The Glue Pot?
No specific cuisine, menu format, price point, or signature dishes are verified here. The confirmed details are its Reims location, casual dress code, listed hours, Star Wine List (2026) recognition.
Is The Glue Pot good for a date?
It may suit a low-pressure plan if the listed hours and casual dress code fit the evening. For a more specific occasion, compare current details directly with The Glue Pot and any other Reims venues you are considering.
