Vang Vieng
Still one of the best bars in town thanks to its friendly, unpretentious atmosphere, live music (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9pm), free pool and…
Must-see nightlife in Asia
Delhi
Popular, film-poster-lined cafe at Khan Market, packed with chattering Delhiites. The menu is a telephone directory of Continental and Indian dishes (₹290…
Northern Taiwan
Duck in to this lively joint behind Wai'ao Beach for craft beer, cocktails and hand-tossed Italian-style pizza. Live music every Saturday and holidays. In…
Bishkek
This buzzing international-style coffee shop roasts its own beans and whips up soups, sandwiches and even Tex-Mex dishes. There's outside seating in…
Chiang Rai
Doi Chaang is the leading brand among Chiang Rai coffees, and its beans are now sold as far afield as Canada and Europe. This flagship cafe makes for a…
Seoul
A dark and wonderful LP bar in Hongdae lined with over 15,000 records. Jot down your song requests and pass it to the cool older DJ who might play one on…
Ulaanbaatar
One for those who take their coffee seriously, this cool microroastery brews beans from across Africa and Latin America. Coffees (T4500) are made by…
Kamakura
Run by a couple of relaxed reggae dudes, this louche hang-out has Japanese craft beers on tap, island rhythms on the stereo and a menu of tacos, fried…
Hangzhou
A fab location by West Lake plus a roof terrace, outside seating and great happy-hour deals conspire to make this welcoming watering hole a solid choice…
Mae Sot
Stylish for Mae Sot, Braverly is light and bright and serves bagels, paninis, salads and local coffee. There are sofas and swing seats to perch on. The…
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
Shared tables and a chill vibe draw the laptop crowd to this roomy cafe, making it a good spot to plug in and update that blog over a latte and coconut…
Tashkent
Sports fans flock here to watch big football matches on one of several screens in the cavernous basement. Upstairs features live music, German sausages…
Suzhou
Flamingo bar opened its doors in 2018, when friendly co-owner Zhendong threw in his career as a painter to pursue his love of brewing. There are five…
New Delhi
A cavernous space done up in wood, leather and metal trim, with cosy corners and a huge sports TV screen. Serves trademark oversized drinks, including…
Roppongi, Akasaka & Around
Coffee making is treated as an exact science at this sleek stand in Toranomon Hills. Here you'll find gleaming espresso machines, test tubes of coffee…
Darjeeling
Branch of the Nepal cafe chain, serving up good organic coffee and desserts, plus breakfast pancakes, waffles and sandwiches (snacks and light dishes ₹90…
Banglamphu
This vaguely Middle Eastern–themed bar represents the posh alter ego of Th Khao San. There’s live music, lounges for puffing on shisha (waterpipes), and a…
Ueno & Yanesen
In business for over two decades, this authentic pub is the rare expat hang-out on the east side of town. There's live music most weekends and on some…
Nha Trang
Nha Trang's best vistas are from this skybar-club-lounge on the 43rd floor. There's a killer cocktail list (130,000d upwards), shishas and DJs spin party…
Ko Pha-Ngan
Run by the affable Quentin, this enjoyable bar defies Surat Thani's appropriation by yogis and the chakra-balancing crowd with a heady range of Belgian…
Seoraksan National Park
Inside the park and on the outskirts of Seorak-dong, this charming traditional Korean cafe has a terrific range of freshly roasted coffees and is sits by…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
A suave rooftop beer garden with potted plants, artificial grass and tables with built-in BBQ grills. Offers free tastings of its six beers, as well as…
Solo
This fresh, white-painted cafe sells a range of local Javanese coffees in a hip, air-conditioned space on the ground floor. There's also a pleasant open…
Hua Hin
Located at the trendy Seenspace mall, this beer bar has a great view of the Gulf. There are beers from Thailand, Europe and the USA, including some craft…
Jakarta
A branch of the hip 1920s-themed local coffee shop sits on a quiet lane to the south of Candra Naya. It serves a decent cup of coffee, plus Indonesian and…
Dhaka
Extremely smoky venue modelling itself on the sports-bar experience, although the most recreation going on here is ordering another whisky. The Blue Moon…
Battambang
Downstairs in the Bric-à-Brac hotel, this classy streetside bar caters to a relatively refined crowd with creative cocktails, craft beer, and wine and…
Chiang Mai
The perfect spot to refuel after touring the old-city museums, with a full range of stimulating hot, cold and blended brews. You can sit indoors in…
Siem Reap
A cultured speakeasy cocktail bar has arrived in Siem Reap. Downstairs is a cafe by day; upstairs is a hidden bar by night. The artwork pays homage to the…
Nagoya
Hideo-san, the personable owner of this wood-panelled gem, has decorated his out-of-the-way bar with bric-a-brac from extensive antiquing in America…
Seminyak
The most substantial of the many beach bars along the beach walk south of Jl Camplung Tanduk, La Plancha has its share of ubiquitous brightly coloured…
Hue
Outdoors, on the 15th floor of the Moonlight Hotel, Sirius is the best place in town for sunset drinks. Combine BBQ snacks (beef, squid, prawns; from 60…
Ko Lipe
The floor cushions and low tables on the wooden deck at Castaway Resort suit the mellow beachfront vibe. It has the best happy hour (from 4pm to 6pm) on…
El Nido
One of El Nido's hottest happy hour spots thanks to sunset views and agreeable chill-out music. Also serves exciting appetizers, including vegan options,…
Downtown Kyoto
Looking out on scenic Kiyamachi-dōri, Taigu (formerly Tadg's Gastro Pub) is a good spot for an evening drink. Choose from an extensive selection of craft…
Mumbai (Bombay)
As close as you’ll get to a London pub in Mumbai, this cosy place has a gregarious vibe and serves Gateway and Independence craft beers on draught (pints…
Davao
Named for the American prison, as well as a defunct '90s Davao bar, but there's little nostalgia. DJs spin the latest club dance tracks, and strobes and…
Myeong-dong & Jung-gu
The Edge is half record store and half cafe and bar. The venue focuses on selling records by day, but invites DJs and sells drinks after dark. On…
Central Honshū
Run by the Canyons crew, this popular cafe-bar offers riverside barbecues in summer, a pool table, plenty of beer, hamburgers and occasional live music…
Beijing
Tiny but stylish third-wave coffee joint with aproned baristas and highly Instagrammable foam art. Founded on Wudaoying Hutong, it has another outlet a…
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