Pattaya
There are a few live-music venues mixed in with the tourist tat on Walking St, but Hot Tuna consistently has the best cover bands. They take requests for…
Must-see nightlife in Asia
Nara
Drop in on this small standing bar in Naramachi for tastings (¥200 to ¥600) of sakes produced in Nara Prefecture (120 varieties from 29 makers, also…
Ho Chi Minh City
One of the city's very few openly gay bars, drawing a loyal crowd of locals with a fun, welcoming vibe. There's plenty going on, with quiz nights, DJs on…
Tra Vinh
The biggest and brashest of the beer gardens on this lively night strip of restaurants and bars, King Beer serves lashings of cheap beer and screens…
Dali
Chinese craft beer (including one Dali offering) from a hole-in-the-wall taproom with just a few barstools and one tiny table. If you're peckish, the…
Dili
The super-friendly baristas at Timor-Leste's first speciality coffee shop transform house-roasted Timorese beans into perfect flat whites, iced lattes, or…
Chengdu
A range of internationally sourced beans, ground to order for each cup, and a tempting selection of baked goods. This is your favourite coffee shop from…
Colombo
No subtlety here; Asylum takes its name from the original use of its now upscale mall surrounds. The bar is dark and posh. Expect excellent cocktails made…
Ko Phi-Phi
Slinky is still the best fire show on Ao Lo Dalam and still the beach dancefloor of the moment. Expect throbbing bass, buckets of liquor (from 350B) and…
Kōrakuen & Akihabara
Off an alley parallel to Yasukuni-dōri, this wonderfully retro cafe plays old tango tunes on the sound system and serves blends such as Kilimanjaro coffee…
Roppongi, Akasaka & Around
Dress to impress to gain entry to this bling-tastic, two-level dance club that's one of the classier late-night joints around Roppongi. It's always free…
Bukit Peninsula
Just in case Jimbaran Bay wasn't inviting enough, this beach bar has a long pool bordering the sand. It's rather upmarket: you can rent a comfy lounger…
Phnom Penh
Secondhand clothes and first-rate cocktails join forces at this tiny vintage shop on an up-and-coming alleyway that masquerades as an urban street bar…
Chandigarh
Local beers go for as little as ₹89 here, but this is no dive; it also does cocktails and mocktails, is dotted with TVs for football fans and has a small…
Nuwara Eliya
A relaxing place for an afternoon tea, or one of the many different coffees, after a stroll through Victoria Park. It also does simple meals (Rs 300), all…
Jaipur
This neon-imbued bar has classy looks and well-priced drinks, but can appear a bit empty on a slow night. DJs play Bollywood and Western music, and…
Matsumoto & the Northern Japan Alps
The only English pub in the village is found in a Swiss-style chalet on the grounds of the Mominoki hotel in Wadano. By Japanese standards, it's huge and…
Tokyo
This rustic cafe and art gallery is worth dropping by for a drink and a snack break if you're exploring the Agata Takezawa Building. As well as coffees,…
Ao Nang
Roots, rock and reggae – the three Rs of live music are covered at this sublimely chill bar on the main road to Krabi. There are happy-hour cocktails …
Vientiane
Sleazy and smoky, watch Vientiane's nocturnal population emerge from the shadows like vampires as you park yourself at the bar. It often stays open later…
Cat Ba Island
For a cheap and cheerful night out, with pretty great views of Cat Ba Town's harbour, head to this strip of open-air bia hoi (draught beer) stalls. Food…
Osaka
Sitting pretty in a small, whitewashed building next to the Kyū-Yodogawa, Moto serves quality coffee drinks (from ¥450), along with cakes and pastries, on…
Ko Pha-Ngan
A restaurant by day and a eardrum bursting bar-cum-club at night famed for its fire shows and young, energetic crowd. If you're in town outside of Full…
Hua Hin & the Upper Gulf
Right by the beach, Raya Coffee is an air-conditioned haven to beat the heat and indulge in pretty cakes, pastries and iced drinks. Flower arrangements…
Sichuan
Centred on a large tree-shaded courtyard, this combination teahouse/cafe/guesthouse is a chilled-out place to relax by day or a classy spot for a drink by…
Kanazawa
You can't miss this trendy brewhouse at the entrance to Higashi-chaya-gai: it's always humming with Japanese and international guests, who love the mellow…
Seoul
This classy wine bar is a sign of Hongdae's ever-growing sophisticated side. There are over 400 different bottles on the menu; unfortunately, little is…
Delhi
Up on the top floor of DLF Cyber Hub, this popular bar brews four different beers in-house (₹325 for a half-litre glass), stocks numerous single-malt…
Ulaanbaatar
Enjoy a pint of Chinggis while watching the brewers in action at this German-style tavern that produces this popular brand of Mongolian beer. There's also…
Ho Chi Minh City
Fine whisky, good cocktails and local craft beer all appeal at this sophisticated bar a short hop from Pham Ngu Lao. It's also a top spot to purchase…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Forget your superstitions and head up to 13th Floor’s terrace, with all of Bengaluru glittering at your feet. There's an excellent selection of martini,…
Bukit Lawang
For something different, check out this cafe that's built within a natural grotto, with murals on the walls and strong Gayo Aceh coffee and cheap beers…
Izu Peninsula
Run by a cool couple who abandoned Tokyo for the slower life of Shimoda, this cafe-bar offers excellent coffee and alcoholic beverages, plus pasta and…
Izu Peninsula
Sample some lovely craft beers in a peaceful setting, or take a brewery tour (check the website for tour times). From Shuzen-ji Station, take a Laforet…
Western Honshū
Low lighting, sofas and a broad terrace with a river view make this relaxed cafe-bar a pleasant place to end your evening. Snacks include homemade pizzas…
Kashmir & Ladakh
This classy hotel bar features framed riding crops, saddles and hunting prints. Try a refreshing 'Himalayan Breeze' cocktail; vodka, aam panaa (mango pulp…
Lijiang
Coffee, cakes and a small selection of booze make up the menu at this little cafe on the eastern flank of Lion Hill, but really what keeps us coming back…
Chandigarh
This slick, low-lit, split-level restaurant-bar appeals to smartly dressed drinkers. There's a wide-ranging food menu and live music over the weekends to…
North Goa
In season this hole-in-the-wall bar on Chapora’s main street overflows with good music and cold beer. In the late afternoon the few tables on the verandah…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
A brick-walled gastropub split over three levels where you can sample quality beers brewed on site, including two seasonals and a wheat beer on tap. Try a…
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