Bohemia
One of those tough-to-pigeonhole places, this is a popular cafe most of the day, but transforms into a lively bar at night. We like it because they also…
Bohemia
One of those tough-to-pigeonhole places, this is a popular cafe most of the day, but transforms into a lively bar at night. We like it because they also…
Munich
Near the Isartor, drinkers can choose between the traditional Bavarian interior or the beer garden out the back, which enjoys a surprisingly tranquil…
Granada
Murals by local street artist El Niño de las Pinturas adorn the walls and shutters at this lively, well-established neighbourhood bar in the lower Realejo…
West Ibiza
Long-running Es Paradis is one of the prettiest of Ibiza's macro-clubs, with loads of marble, greenery and a glass-pyramid roof that defines the San An…
Prenzlauer Berg
Named for owner Bart Neirynck's German teacher, Herman offers up a bewildering range of Belgian beers, 100 in all, from abbey ale and wheat beer to Lambic…
Vienna
This seminal Viennese venue still manages to run with the clubbing pack, and sometimes leads the way. DJs from Vienna’s electronica scene regularly guest…
Sorrento
When love is in the air, put on your best Italian shoes and head for a predinner libation at the Hotel Bellevue Syrene's swoon-inducing terrace bar…
Dresden
In a quiet corner of the Neustadt, Lloyd's oozes grown-up flair thanks to stylish cream-coloured leather furniture, huge mirrors and fanciful chandeliers…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
This Bairro Alto linchpin retains original fittings including black-and-white tiles, columns and porticos. It throws open portas largas (wide doors) to a…
Valencia
Offers high baroque, tapestries, music of all genres, candelabras, bouquets of fresh flowers and a long list of exotic cocktails. It does themed Sunday…
Manchester
A basement bar with a speakeasy vibe, but there's nothing illicit about drinking here: the cocktails are terrific (it runs occasional mixology sessions),…
Dresden
This iconic old factory is home to one of Dresden's most popular clubs, a mainstream affair that packs in a young and up-for-it crowd with three floors of…
Tbilisi
For a bit of luxury, and some of the best cocktails in the Caucasus, head to the gorgeous bar at Rooms Hotel. Impeccable service, great interiors and good…
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
This place has genuine character, with shelf upon shelf of liquor, an old black-and-white chequered floor, cabinets stuffed with books and more, a ceiling…
El Raval
Good things come in small packages, as this dark, teeny cocktail bar shows. The bold black decor lures in a largely student set for personalised cocktails…
Skopje
Popular with the local art and culture crowd, Menada often has live music – jazz, rock, folk – and a good atmosphere till the wee hours. The wood-panelled…
Almería
Almería's cathedral provides the atmospheric backdrop to leisurely drinks at the slick in-house bar of the Hotel Catedral. Sit out on the plaza or head…
Baku
Combining concert space, restaurant and upmarket nightclub, this is the bling-fest playground of Baku's glamorous socialite elite. Expect a very stringent…
Sopot
Head up the steps off ul BMC to find this unmissable, avant-garde place packed with charity-shop leftovers and backstage kitsch. The crowd ranges from…
Granada
Strewn with old posters and framed photos of musical heroes, from Debbie Harry to Jim Morrison, this laid-back bar is the creation of Spanish drummer Eric…
Málaga
One in a line of bars and cafes embellishing Picasso’s home square, this one is probably the most bohemian and Picasso-esque. Piled with books, mismatched…
Paris
A study in mojito mixology, the neon-lit Lab offers 16 versions – such as a Smoky Mojito with spiced rum and ginger ale or a Paris Mojito with fresh…
Ibiza Town
One of the most popular bars on Ibiza Town's LGBT-oriented 'Street of the Virgin', Sunrise has a gorgeous interior with a disco ball and swings dangling…
Ghent
Local gents unwind with newspapers, and grannies lunch on shrimp croquettes in this low-key classic café set in a triangular former brewery house. A giant…
Northwest Belgium
This picture-perfect rural tavern seems to have stepped straight out of an ethnographic museum. Seats spill out canal-side with rural views along the…
The Kraków−Częstochowa Upland
Walk through the passageway at al NMP 29 to find Café 29, a popular cafe with salads and light bites, as well as coffee, beer and a full drinks list. Café…
Orvieto
A tavern from another century – just a simple, unadorned bar and basic wooden tables – this is a convivial spot for a glass or two of wine, perhaps an…
Kadıköy
Describing itself as the 'world's first coffee lab' (a claim we repeat with a degree of scepticism), this designer roastery and cafe takes its coffee…
Cappadocia
Follow the signs down into the valley, from the ridge in front of Uçhisar Castle, to find the sweetest cafe in town on a terrace right in front of a fairy…
Ålesund
A very stylish big-windowed bar that is right on the water and open late. While grown Norwegians are indeed known to neck a glass of the white stuff, it's…
Den Bosch
Apparently Voltaire drank 40 cups a day, but one or two are delicious enough to savour at this friendly, alternative coffee specialist with stool-seats…
Malta
Something slightly different for Malta, the Old Charm is a cosy wine bar with a snacks and platters menu offering a mix of Mediterranean and Indian…
Bremen City
A slightly older crowd can be found chatting and lingering over the wide range of Haake-Beck beers in this modern Bierhaus on the Schlachte bar-and…
Athens
Friendly corner spot on the quieter end of the Iraklidon pedestrian route. Cold-brew coffee, craft beer and ouzo are on offer.
Dresden
This is one of Neustadt's most popular and happening bars. There's an outside beer garden, cider on tap, choices of beers ranging from fancy Belgian to…
Fira
This is edge-of-the-caldera stuff, with stupendous views, delicious cocktails – its champagne cocktails are a speciality – a fashionable crowd and…
Tampere
Popular with both Finns and expats, this rambling Irish pub is handy for the train station and has plenty of time-worn, comfortable seating and an air of…
Bruges
Tucked into the remains of one of Bruges’ original town gates, this off-the-beaten-track tavern is best known for its live blues and jazz sessions – check…
Helsinki
On the top of Kamppi shopping centre, this classy venue makes the most of the inspiring city views. It's divided into three sections, with a bar area – a…
Alghero
This modern, glass-walled bar boasts some of the best views in town from its lofty position on the 9th floor of the four-star Hotel Catalunya. Arm…
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