Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
Run by a mild-mannered coffee nerd who roasts his own beans onsite, this is one of the least pretentious independent cafes in the area, and a handy pit…
Must-see nightlife in Asia
Kuala Lumpur
Serving the Maids of Honour egg tarts made famous by the UK-based tea shop of the same name, Newens offers a genteel place to indulge in afternoon tea …
Shandong
Perfect for a pick-me-up on your aimless wanders around the lovely lanes of Quán Xiàng (泉巷, Spring Alley), this super-cool, super-tiny coffee shop serves…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Gastropub that draws a mixed, jovial crowd, who knock back drinks around the bar or at wooden booth seating. Otherwise, head to the basement to join the …
Chengdu
This pocket-sized riverside tea garden stays open late for the summer crowds. Just under the bridge beside a rushing weir, it's a pleasant local favourite…
Daegu
Part of a successful chain that has been in business in Daegu for almost three decades, this relaxing and very spacious cafe offers supreme views of…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
This smart yet cosy place has an impressive menu, including orthodox teas from the best estates, and a few fancy selections. The food (paninis, soups,…
Siem Reap
A great little bolt-hole hidden away among the lanes, Long's has some creative cocktails such as pomelo and basil infusion or ginger and lemongrass mojito…
Kansai
Inside one of the farmhouses in Kayabuki-no-sato, this cafe serves handmade local specialities like dango (soft rice-flour balls; ¥520 for a set with tea)…
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
If you’re into whisky, this swank Japanese bar is for you, as it sports one of the largest selections of drams in the city. It’s also famed for its…
Phnom Penh
The owner of this long-running gay bar stages popular drag shows from Wednesday to Saturday nights at 11pm. Sunday and Monday are karaoke nights from 8pm…
Railay
This is a reliably packed-out multilevel tiki bar that rambles to the edge of the mangroves, with bunting, balloons and cushioned seats on one deck,…
Parallel Universe of the Lunar 2 on the Hidden Moon
Chiang Mai
Parallel Universe provides a trendy spot to test out craft beers. The intimate bar serves 10 local and international microbrews on tap along with various…
Phnom Penh
The superclub comes to Phnom Penh with the emergence of Epic. A huge warehouse space, its decor and design are anything but 'warehouse' with 3D mapping…
Bukhara
This pioneering family-run cafe has good coffee available and well-intended, if rather slow, service. There's a selection of sweet items available too,…
Cebu City
Club Holic keeps the party flag flying high in Mango Sq, with DJs spinning EDM, R&B and house sounds to a young crowd. Yes it's a little seedy around the…
Chengdu
Gorgeous little bookshop and cafe that stocks a few classic and modern classic English language novels. After paying for your literary treasure settle…
Con Dao Islands
Hip cafe featuring lots of concrete and wood with well-selected music playlists of acoustic and indie Vietnamese artists. Serves the best speciality…
Nur-Sultan (Astana)
Cute little wine bar with 10 or so international wines by the glass and many more by the bottle, including a number of Kazakh vintages. There's a full…
Ulaanbaatar
Located in the basement of the landmark Blue Sky Tower is this bunker-like nightclub that runs a variety of events through the week. Expect anything from…
Manila
Hot club in the Fort known for its Vegas-style pool parties. Draws live music acts and has an attached microbrewery/bar overlooking the pool. It's under…
Ho Chi Minh City
Cool beats, cold beers and a fun crowd of locals, expats and visitors all combine at the New World Saigon Hotel on Saturday afternoons from late November…
Bishkek
Locally brewed draught beers and chechyl (smoked cheese) make for a classic chilled night out in Bishkek, though for big sporting events you'll need to…
Kerobokan
A bunch of drinking shacks line this inviting and uncrowded stretch of beach just north of the W Bali hotel including Pantai, which offers up cheap drinks…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Looking noticeably dapper after a recent renovation, this upscale bar within a luxury hotel boasts a small dance floor, chilled drinks, heart-thumping…
Hong Kong
Light, bright and echoey with barista clatter, NOC's cathedral-like roastery and coffee shop is a pleasant spot to worship the beans, and a relaxing place…
Beijing
Enjoy local craft beers and Southeast Asian–inspired cocktails at this alleyway bar popular with Beijing millennials. If you're lucky you might catch a…
Phu Quoc Island
Enter the rabbit hole and, like Alice, you may lose track of time. A great little bar with a happy hour from 3pm to 7pm, plus classic pub pursuits like…
Labuan Bajo
Labuan Bajo's answer to Starbucks, this casual coffee house serves ice-cold frappes alongside strong wi-fi. People-watch from above the street or browse…
Vientiane
Cocktail culture has arrived in Vientiane, and it takes the form of this dark, sleek, new bar concealed in a tiny side street. The signature drinks veer…
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
This tiny backstreet bar, an ubercool beacon for local bohos, feels almost Parisian with its artsy vibe, low-fi beats and bartop candles buried under a…
Bishkek
The over-the-top upscale interior here may not authentically reflect Italian culture, but the desserts certainly do. The coffee's not our favourite…
Gwangju
This 2nd-floor bar hidden down an alley is a favourite with foreigners and has a good selection of imported beers. Bands sometimes play on Fridays or…
Medan
Head up to the top floor of the Grand Swiss five-star hotel for cocktails (from 97,000Rp), beers (48,000Rp) and shimmering city views. There's live music…
Ko Samui
At the heart of Chaweng, this easygoing place with a modern interior attracts a mixed crowd of Thais and foreigners who entertain themselves playing darts…
Singapore
Peddling both local and Western dishes, this public bar and restaurant at the Changi Sailing Club offers a beautiful view of the Strait of Johor and Pulau…
Hat Patong
Still the most popular of Patong's megaclubs, Illuzion is a multilevel mishmash of dance and gymnastics shows, international DJs, reggaeton nights, all…
Pulau Tioman
On the far side of the path from Nazri's II and towards the northern end of the beach at ABC, this tiny but popular open beach bar offers a three-beers…
Yangon
While its sister business, the floating hotel Vintage Luxury Yacht, is no great shakes, there's little to fault V Hangout as a pleasant riverside bar –…
West Sumatra
A great spot to grab a quick coffee for the road is this 24-hour cafe that does V60 pour-overs and espresso using local beans. It shares space with Hotel…
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