Blue Gin

Blue Gin is an evening lounge bar at 40 Av. Princesse Grace, within the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel in Monaco. Its setting looks towards the Mediterranean, with a terrace that extends the waterfront atmosphere outdoors and is heated for use across the year. Inside, the mood is softer and more intimate, with a cosy lounge arrangement suited to relaxed drinks and informal gatherings.

The bar focuses on creative cocktails alongside a food menu built around finger food. The format works well for sharing, with small dishes designed to accompany drinks rather than form a formal, multi-course meal. The menu is shaped by the hotel’s culinary team, bringing a considered food element to an otherwise drinks-led venue.

Blue Gin has two distinct sides. The interior offers a quieter, enveloping setting, while the terrace provides an open-air position by the sea. The contrast makes the venue suitable for an early evening drink, a casual meeting or a later night out, depending on the atmosphere sought. The terrace also gives the bar a natural connection to the coast without moving away from its polished hotel setting.

Music is part of the experience, with DJ performances on selected evenings adding a livelier rhythm as the night develops. The sound remains compatible with a lounge-bar format, keeping the focus on conversation, cocktails and shared food. A shisha corner adds another option for guests looking for a longer, more leisurely visit.

The drinks selection is central to Blue Gin, with cocktails presented as creative house-style serves rather than a simple list of standard refreshments. Finger food provides a practical match for the bar’s social character, whether shared around a table or ordered alongside drinks. The combination appeals to guests who prefer an informal evening with a sea-facing setting, as well as families, who are welcomed by the venue.

Blue Gin operates as a bar rather than a restaurant, so the experience is best approached as a relaxed evening of drinks, small plates and music. Its hotel location provides access to parking and valet services, while the terrace offers an outdoor alternative to the intimate indoor lounge. Reservations are available, and terrace seating can be requested when arranging a visit.