Must-see nightlife in Asia

  • Hallo Bar

    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…

  • Coachman Inn

    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…

  • Illuzion

    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…

  • Roemah Kayo

    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…

  • Blues

    New Delhi

    This long-time favourite Connaught Place lounge bar has DJ-mixed tunes (and occasional live bands), reasonably priced drinks (Kingfisher ₹180, cocktails…

  • Naraya Cafe

    Hakone

    Beside the station, this woodsy cafe and craft shop is a pleasant pit stop for drinks and light meals. You can also soak your toes in the footbath on the…

  • Ong Cao

    Ho Chi Minh City

    A hoppy cut above the backpacker bars lining Ð Bui Vien, Ong Cao is your best bet for craft brews in Pham Ngu Lao. Bar snacks, including cheese and…

  • Sam’s Bar

    Hikkaduwa & Around

    A laid-back and spacious bar with pool tables (Rs 250 for 30 minutes) that broadcasts major sports events and serves good value food (mains Rs 400 to 700)…

  • Anomali Coffee

    Ubud

    Local hipsters get their java from this place which is, well, from Java. Indonesia's answer to Starbucks takes its (excellent) coffee seriously and so…

  • Tree Bar

    The Southern Islands

    Travellers regularly perch at this locally owned tiki bar until late into the night, playing drinking games and sizing up who might be interested in a…

  • Timber Hut

    Phuket Town

    Locals, expats and visitors have been packing out this two-floor pub-club nightly since 1989, downing beers and whisky while swaying to live-music acts…

  • Bear's House

    Gansu

    This 2nd-floor cafe up a spiral staircase overlooking the main street of Langmusi sells coffee (¥20), tea (¥15), and breakfast/snacks (¥15) in a cosy cafe…

  • D-Bar

    Bishkek

    The ambience is nothing special, but the view from the top floor of the Damas Hotel certainly is. Victory Square just below and the Ala-Too range in the…

  • Na Kryshe

    Bishkek

    On the top floor of the Ak-Keme Hotel, 'On the Rooftop' is equally popular for panoramic mountain views and unusually late hours that make it one of the…

  • Black Swan

    Chinatown & the CBD

    Was that Rita Hayworth? This art deco marvel is set inside a 1930s bank building. Hit the bustling ground-floor bar for happy-hour oysters (S$2) served…

  • Coffee World

    Dhaka

    Part of a Dhaka chain, this small coffee shop is bright, comfortable, does OK coffee (from Tk 100), reasonable slices of cakes, and opens earlier than…

  • Roost Juice Bar

    Johor Bahru

    A trendy and comfortable back-alley cafe/bar with retro furniture and laid-back staff, Roost is a cool spot in the colonial district. Beer is half the…

  • Cro-magnon

    Prachuap Khiri Khan

    The self-professed espresso studio, Cro-magnon does much more than just coffee: there's also ice-cream sundaes and kakigōri, the Japanese shaved-ice…

  • Nakd Bar

    Kuala Lumpur

    No need for you to strip off – that's taken care of by some hunky topless male bar tenders on Friday and Saturday nights, when this cosy cocktail bar…

  • RPM Bar

    Balikpapan

    Our favourite Ruko Bandar music bar, intimate RPM (Retro People of Music) has live music most nights on the ground-floor stage and DJs on the 3rd floor…

  • Pivnitsa

    Almaty

    No ‘pub’ decor, no expat prices, no loud music – this beer bar is a place where you can just sit and chat over a variety of local and foreign brews, and…

  • Luk Yu Tea House

    Kuala Lumpur

    On the Feast Floor of Starhill Gallery but away from the heady Feast Village area, the secluded Luk Yu offers fine Chinese and Taiwanese teas along with…

  • Amontillado

    Shikoku

    When you're izakaya'd out and crave fish and chips with a pint of Guinness (¥880), pop into this Irish pub in its new location right on Obiyamachi Arcade…

  • 7° North

    Colombo

    The one compelling reason to visit this otherwise forgettable hotel is the posh sprawling bar that overlooks Beira Lake from a large deck. Catch the…

  • Shimeisō

    Kyūshū

    In the middle of the Koi no uyogu machi, this cozy villa sits on stilts over a spring-fed koi pond in a lovely garden. Admission includes a cup of tea and…

  • Louisiane Brewhouse

    Nha Trang

    This shorefront microbrewery has it all – you can cool off in the swimming pool or enjoy the sea breeze before sampling one of the seven craft brews,…

  • Sakura Bar

    Vang Vieng

    At the time of writing, Sakura was one of the most popular bars in Vang Vieng, with the largest crowds and loudest music. Expect a raucous night with shot…

  • Bousingot

    Ueno & Yanesen

    It's fitting that Yanaka, which refuses to trash the past, would have a bar that doubles as a used bookstore. Sure, the books are in Japanese but you can…

  • No Name Bar

    Coron Town

    Open to the street with a mini thatch-roofed 'cabana' bar, No Name has more character than other spots. Cheap drinks and happy hour sees P40 rum and Cokes…

  • Le Petit Rococo

    Kuala Lumpur

    For a quick pitstop while browsing Bukit Bintang's malls, this friendly cafe with outside seating is a good choice. It serves freshly baked bread and…

  • TAVI

    Bishkek

    Summer vibes are strong at this small cafe with a big terrace and sofas great for lounging. The coffee's good and there are stronger drinks on the menu –…

  • B One

    Itaewon & Yongsan-gu

    On the main drag, B One is a glitzy spot to kick on at after the bars. At weekends, the main room keeps the energy high with EDM and house, while things…

  • Sunrise

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    A blue pool looks out onto a delicious spot on the sand where trance beats shake the graffitied walls, with drum 'n bass coming into its own during the…

  • Deja Brew

    Nha Trang

    Yes, the name's a tad cheesy but the craic is strong at this bohemian hole-in-the-wall cafe-bar on a little alley near the night market. Run by friendly…

  • Eclipse Sky Bar

    Phnom Penh

    Located on the 24th floor, this open-air venue is the dry-season venue of choice for big breezes and bigger views. The menu includes cocktails, wine by…

  • Claret

    Kuala Lumpur

    This sophisticated wine and cocktail bar is the first space you'll encounter out of the lift to the collection of bars and restaurants that make up Troika…

  • Smoke Shack

    Kolkata (Calcutta)

    Fancy to the hilt, this open-air terrace bar attracts stylish people and serves a good selection of mojitos and cocktails through the evening. There are…

  • Hom Mali Factory

    Northeastern Thailand

    Selling great coffee, homemade cookies and muffins, a few sandwiches, and bags of rice (!), this modern yet rustic-feeling cafe is perfect for an espresso…

  • Lucky Pete's Bar & Cafe

    Matsumoto & the Northern Japan Alps

    This chilled-out, family-friendly, smoke-free bar to your right as you exit JR Habuka Station serves juicy original burgers and comfort-food favourites,…

  • Maktal Coffee Bar

    Mataram

    This hipstery little coffee bar does everything from cold drips to caramel lattes. The brews are local, strong, and you can buy the beans afterwards. Also…

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