Phnom Penh
One of the most stylish cocktail bars on Bassac Lane, with an L-shaped rooftop terrace that heaves with the city's hot young things.
Must-see nightlife in Asia
Dzongyab Lukhang Park Teahouse West
Lhasa
One of two good Tibetan-style teahouse restaurants in pleasant Dzongyab Lukhang Park.
Dhaka
One of the coolest cafes in town. Trendy deco in an old house and excellent coffee (from Tk 100) and scrummy Western food.
Panglao Island
A shack on the beach with a friendly bar crew. DJs spin dread Jamaican tunes all afternoon and into the morning.
Kuta & Legian
A fab open-air bar, with nightly crowds for live music and vivacious drag shows. The music spans pop to country.
Shibuya & Shimo-Kitazawa
Near Yoyogi-kōen's often overlooked west gate is this small coffee shop, popular with local dog walkers and joggers. Which isn't to say that convenience…
Chinatown & the CBD
Offshoot of the legendary Bali bar, this standout, multilevel playground incorporates three spaces, all reached via a chequered stairwell pimped with…
Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay
Craft beer connoisseurs will be in hops heaven at this sleek brewhouse, the brainchild of Singapore's Little Island Brewing Co. Eyes are immediately drawn…
Shinjuku & Northwest Tokyo
Never mind the impressive record collection, this eccentric jazz kissa (cafe where jazz records are played) is worth a visit just for the owner's…
Singapore
As discreet as bars come, this hidden Japanese izakaya-inspired watering hole is accessed through a ground floor black door or via the better-lit Uma Uma…
Chinatown & the CBD
Two indoor bars and two alfresco palm-fringed courtyards is what you get at Singapore's best-loved gay drinking hole. Especially heaving on Friday and…
Hong Kong
If there was a million-dollar view in Hong Kong, it'd be the one from the balcony of flashy Sevva – skyscrapers so close you can see their arteries of…
Ginza & Tsukiji
Turret Coffee (right around the corner from Starbucks) makes some of Tokyo's best espresso drinks: the signature two-shot Turret latte (¥580) hits just…
Bangkok
Take a break from Silom's rooftop bars and visit one of Bangkok’s nicest indie-hipster dives. With walls plastered with fliers, regular musical…
Harajuku & Aoyama
At any given time, Koffee Mameya has 15 to 20 different beans on rotation from indie roasters around Japan (and some from overseas). Get a cup brewed on…
Chinatown
TOT is probably the edgiest of all bars in Chinatown's Soi Nana. Squeeze through the tiny handcarved wooden door of this refurbished shophouse to emerge…
Chinatown & the CBD
Head to this hawker-centre stall for a top selection of ever-changing craft and premium draught beers from around the world. A few food stalls stay open…
Hanoi
A classic multi-room cafe and beautiful space of wooden tables that’s been around for years – long enough to build up a compact gallery of modern and…
Hanoi
In the same location since 1936, this caffeine-infused labyrinth is a Hanoi classic. You’ll feel like Gulliver as you negotiate the tiny ladders and…
Little India & Kampong Glam
Once you're filled to the brim with hawker delights, head to this drinks stall for a cup of ginger tea to help digest. Watch as the tea is repeatedly…
Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay
In a country obsessed with unique selling points, this one takes the cake – no, keg. Laying claim to being the world's highest 'urban craft brewery',…
Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay
Granted, the prices are exorbitant, but there's something undeniably fabulous about an afternoon cocktail at Raffles. The hotel is currently under…
Bishkek
Coffee is the main focus and the desserts aren't far behind, but a long liquor and cocktail list combine with a lounge vibe to make this something of a…
Siem Reap
Siem Reap’s original bar claims to have been promoting irresponsible drinking since 1998. The happy hour (to 9pm) lightens the mood for later when…
Phnom Penh
A Phnom Penh institution, the ‘F’ is housed in a colonial gem with great views and cool breezes. It's one of those Cambodian classics that's still holding…
Chinatown & the CBD
After checking out Yong Siak St’s hip shops, dive into 40 Hands for a killer caffeine rush. Pimped with funky murals and exposed pipes, it’s one of the…
Canggu
The perfect hang-out for those who like their music with an extra dose of loud, Gimme Shelter regularly stages alternative gigs by the island’s rock and…
Bishkek
The first branch of this popular Moldovan coffee chain in Kyrgyzstan makes up in cheesecake and coffee quality what it lacks in atmosphere and space. It's…
Almaty
A quaint little beer bar opposite Hotel Ambassador, with a dozen indoor and outdoor tables, not much in the way of ambience, but an excellent choice of…
Bishkek
Among the best of Bishkek's coffee offerings, it's all hipster chic and repurposed pallets for seating.
Suzhou
It’s almost inevitable that you’ll need to refuel when exploring Pingjiang Lu and this funky, hidden coffeeshop, serves a killer espresso. Besides…
Beijing
The flagship bar of an all-Chinese craft brewer, NBeer is a Beijing original pouring sours, stouts and every style in between. If you only try one (good…
Shinjuku & Northwest Tokyo
Peak Bar has just slightly less soaring views than the New York Bar above it and a generous (by Park Hyatt standards) deal: three-hours ('Twilight Time';…
Beijing
Any author of note passing through Beijing will give a talk at the Bookworm, a beacon in the city's international literary scene since 2005. You can thumb…
Harajuku & Aoyama
Yoshihiro Narisawa is (arguably, of course) the biggest name in contemporary Japanese cuisine. If you already knew that, and have the means, you probably…
Taipei
A string of simple outdoor bars with local and expat owners that offer a range of bottled beers, ciders and spirits. Nothing fancy, but there's a friendly…
Jakarta
Occupying the top floor of a gritty office building is this rooftop dive bar that's a good spot to tap into Jakarta's underground music scene. It's a…
Tainan
A elegant cafe serving good single-origin coffees, homemade cakes and thirst-quenching drinks. You can relax at the communal table and read their books on…
Beijing
A stylish setting for a raucous night out, the flagship of Beijing-born craft-beer brand Jing-A is meticulously on-trend and unashamedly American – but…
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