Dali
Expect home-brewed beer and a party every night at this popular Brit-run spot on Renmin Lu, where you can order a flight of all four of their in-house…
Must-see nightlife in Asia
Vientiane
Set in the basement of the S Park Design Hotel, this is an upscale club for the Lao hi-so (high society). Drink prices reflect the surroundings and the…
Banglamphu
Partying on Th Khao San and suddenly feel the need for a pint of Kilkenny, a spot of football on TV or a blast of air-con? Make a pint stop at Mulligans,…
Makassar
This long-running beer garden and music stage masquerading as a seafood restaurant on the seafront is popular with locals and visitors till the wee hours…
Ko Lipe
This sprawling complex (which includes bungalows, a dive shop and several restaurants) was built by a Lipe pioneer and remains a popular local expat hang…
Banda Aceh
A good downtown choice for those looking for a modern cafe with air-con and wi-fi to catch up on emails, Gaster has excellent Acehnese coffee from the…
The Southern Islands
This bamboo beach bar under a cone-shaped, thatched roof is centrally located on Saracen Bay where the road to Lazy Beach begins. Shots and cold beers,…
Chennai (Madras)
Casual British-themed pub (Big Ben on the wall, fish fingers on the menu, the Beatles and the Who on the sound system) with a small dance floor. It's…
Gyeonggi-do & Incheon
This atmospheric teahouse and garden within Jeondeung-sa is frequented by resident monks sipping on traditional Korean teas, while presumably…
Bangkok
Craft has 20 something – mostly American – beers on tap and even more bottles in the fridge. Prices are steepish, however, and the beers don't necessarily…
Central Honshū
In Kawara-machi, this charming cafe and antiques gallery makes homemade doughnuts (from ¥200). From the bus stop, walk east along Nagarabashi-dōri and…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
This classic old-style bar with double-height ceilings and whirring fans doesn't make an effort to keep up with the times, and its patrons certainly like…
Guangzhou
An old name in the city's boozing scene, this Irish pub looks the part with its dim, wood-panelled interior and cosy snugs for intimate Guinness sessions…
Western Honshū
Cute pantry-styled juice bar (with a couple of seats outside) serving fresh juices (¥420) and an interesting range of hot cuppas (¥320 to ¥540) – soy…
Kagoshima
This basement meeting spot has dozens of beers from around the world, memorabilia from around the world, and patrons from – wait for it – around the world…
Asakusa & Sumida River
Beside a lovely Edo-period garden and near the sumo stadium, this all-day cafe is a pleasant spot for a soft drink during the day or a cocktail (¥550) or…
Manila
This dimly lit speakeasy is hidden within a nondescript warehouse under the ultra-cool Black Market club. Once you've found it, grab a stool at the long…
Vang Vieng
For a night out with more of a Lao flavour, head to this big beer garden and nightclub about 2km north of town. This is where the visiting weekenders from…
Ko Samui
Chaweng's second ice bar is right in the steaming heart of the action – it's not large and the price tag might cool your enthusiasm, but it can be fun…
Medan
Not only does it roast its own beans, this cafe is a magnet for connoisseurs wanting to sample some of Sumatra’s best – single-origin Mandheling Arabica…
Phuket Town
DJ sets, live bands, pool tables and big screens mingle at this laid-back yet lively, forever-popular sports bar. It's a great place to meet Phuketians,…
Yangon
Handy if you're staying around Golden Valley, this long-running drinking and dining hole is decorated with posters of Kurt Cobain, Elvis, the Beatles and…
Western Honshū
This casual expat-run watering hole is popular with the city's English-speaking population. Alongside Aussie beers such as VB (of course), pub grub is…
Kota Kinabalu
About as Irish as a made-in-China leprechaun, this is, however, a good spot for a bit of rock music. There's Guinness on tap, but best of all is the al…
Downtown Kyoto
This fruit-juice specialist in Nishiki Market whips up all the usual favourites plus some exotics, such as dragonfruit juice. Look for the fruit on…
Bangkok
Shelve any notion of tapas or sangria here. Dating back to 1969, Bangkok's oldest bar is all about hippie kitsch and Vietnam War–era intrigue. It's also…
Nara
Fresh fruit smoothies are just what you need on a hot day of temple touring. The seasonal ones (melon in summer or persimmon in fall, for example, are the…
Sanya
A two-for-one happy hour (5pm to 7pm) makes this terrace bar at the cool and collected Mandarin Oriental almost a good deal. Watch the sun drop behind the…
Hue
Graffiti-splattered walls, a sociable vibe, excellent food and smoothies all combine at this welcoming spot owned by a friendly family. It also offers…
Agra
This AC-cooled branch of the popular cafe chain right outside the Taj's east gate offers a great place to refuel after sightseeing over a proper coffee …
Chumphon
An agreeable hangout for expat English teachers and passing travellers, the Farang Bar is an easy place to while away a few hours over a drink. The menu…
Ho Chi Minh City
Not as elevated as other rooftop bars around town, but less pretentious and a whole lot easier on the wallet. It's still a good escape to look down on the…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
With water channels and palm trees in the outdoor seating area, Hoot makes full use of the pleasant Bengaluru weather. The brewery's craft credentials are…
Ulaanbaatar
In summertime it seems like half of Ulaanbaatar is crowded onto the deck of this old standby. Order a pint and join them. The pub-grub menu includes Irish…
Kalimantan
This complex contains a booming nightclub with lots of security, while a separate classy dinner restaurant is frequented by a hip and dressy crowd. The…
Shibuya & Shimo-Kitazawa
Vision is huge – by Tokyo standards – with four dance floors and room for 1000. Each room plays something different, be it house, hip-hop, EDM or J-pop,…
Harajuku & Aoyama
This tinted-glass cube is a calm, dimly lit retreat from the busy streets. It’s perfect for holing up with a pot of tea and watching the crowds go by. Or,…
Western Taiwan
This moody bar plays lots of '80s Japanese pop and makes very good cocktails. The fruity ones come with lots of fresh seasonal fruit. They don't serve…
Hanoi
This jovial Canadian-Aussie-themed pub and grill serves excellent home-style comfort food (burgers, pulled pork, wings, fish and chips) in a fun and…
Tainan
A cosy pub cluttered with quirky Japanese toys and other kidult bait. They have a good assortment of Asian and European craft beers; most young locals…
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