Post Arrière is the kind of spot that刷新ed the rue Basse when it opened in late 2017 — an industrial-meets-oriental bar with Majorelle blue walls, raw concrete ceilings, and stained-glass accents that you don't see anywhere else in Vieux-Lille. You're here for the planches gourmandes (from €7, and yes they're as photogenic as Instagram promised) paired with cocktails, wines, or beers on the heated terrace. The staff are genuinely warm — regulars come back for the banter as much as the drinks.
Industrial-oriental decor, Majorelle blue walls, and planches gourmandes that actually live up to the Instagram hype — Vieux-Lille's most atypical apéro spot.
Go early on weekdays for a relaxed apéro — the heated terrace is great year-round, but weekends get packed and service slows down.
Industrial-oriental charm and planches worth the hype
Post Arrière has been a rue Basse favorite since it opened in December 2017, and it's not hard to see why. The decor alone is worth the detour — raw concrete ceilings meet Majorelle blue walls and stained-glass touches, a mix of industrial and oriental that feels genuinely fresh in a neighborhood full of more traditional estaminets. The space is intimate but not cramped, with large bay windows and a heated terrace that makes it a year-round option. You'll want to order one of their planches gourmandes (starting at €7), which are loaded, generous, and honestly as good-looking as the photos suggest. Pair that with a cocktail or a glass of wine and you've got a solid apéro.
The staff are a big part of the appeal. Reviews consistently mention the warm welcome — one regular literally comes back for the bartender Victor, describing him as pleasant, kind, and funny. That kind of personal connection keeps people coming back, and it gives the place a neighborhood-bar feel rather than a tourist trap. Service can slow down when it's packed (which is most weekend evenings), so don't come in a rush. Go for a relaxed after-work drink or a low-key date night — that's where Post Arrière shines.