Must-see nightlife in South America

  • Taberna MF

    Gramado

    Yes, the 'MF' stands for 'Motherfucker' (we asked!). As if that's not reason enough to pop in, you'll find 50 taps of craft beer here – the most we have…

  • Bar da Dona Onça

    São Paulo

    In the striking Edifício Copan, Dona Onça is one of downtown's best bars, not only for the packed crowds and excellent drinks, but for lauded chef Janaina…

  • Empório Alto de Pinheiros

    São Paulo

    This neighborhood beer emporium – one of the city's first – has evolved into a full-on gourmet craft-beer refuge as the brew scene in Brazil continues to…

  • Vinoteca El Origen

    Bolivia

    More than 10 different wines from small, mostly organic Bolivian vineyards can be sampled by the glass at this artists' hangout, which also serves local…

  • Cervejaria Cozalinda

    Centro & the Mainland

    True to its name, Cozalinda (a play on coisa linda, a beautiful thing) is a cozy and colorful Coqueiros brewery. You'll find 20 taps, most of which are…

  • Plaza de Almas

    Salta & the Andean Northwest

    This intimate, colorful and engaging multilevel place is popular with under-40 tucumanos and is one of the best of the city's many combination cafe/bar…

  • Palafito Patagonia

    Chiloé

    This wonderful cafe-gallery takes coffee very seriously – Intelligentsia and Blue Bottle are served, two of North America's best, along with Santiago…

  • Flores Art Bar

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Granted, there's little to no competition, but this labyrinthine bar would qualify as cool in Buenos Aires or Mexico City – it is evocative of the latter…

  • Arbor Café

    Centro & the Mainland

    If any evidence was needed that the Brazilian coffee scene has changed (outside of São Paulo, that is), look no further than the adorable to-go espresso…

  • Chelawasi Public House

    Arequipa

    Arequipa's first craft-beer bar is a modern but unpretentious pub in the village-like San Lázaro area. The burgers, wings and hand-cut fries are excellent…

  • Café Havana

    Cartagena

    Havana has it all: live salsa from horn-blowing Cubans, strong drinks, a gorgeous horseshoe-shaped bar surrounded by brilliant eccentrics, wood-paneled…

  • Santo Grão

    São Paulo

    This Kiwi-run, top-end coffee haunt serves cappuccinos that are as good as those in Italy. Beans are roasted out back while the little terrace…

  • Portaló Bar & Restaurante

    Morro de São Paulo

    This hotel's terrace is the place to be at sunset for glorious views over the harbor, a DJ-spun soundtrack and festive drinks served with the flourish of…

  • Cervecería Harriz

    The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast

    One of Argentina's new microbreweries, and Tandil's best, is set in a cool stone building with standing bar tables on the street side and a chalkboard…

  • Caffé El Barista

    Puerto Varas

    This stylish Italian-style coffeehouse serves Sur Chico's best espresso from its La Marzocco machine, and draws a healthy breakfast and lunch crowd for…

  • Bier Markt Vom Fass

    Porto Alegre

    With its 38 taps and 100 international labels by the bottle, this Moinhos de Vento drinking den has won the city's Best Beer List honors every year since…

  • SubAstor

    São Paulo

    This dark and speakeasy-sexy bar sits below a boteco called Astor (extraordinarily great as well for food and caipirinhas), hence the name: SubAstor…

  • Hop'N Roll

    Curitiba

    The hophead assault on this excellent craft beer bar's 32 draft options – served in proper pints – is relentless. Aficionados will find the lion's share…

  • Books & Beers

    Santa Catarina

    The once outrageous bottled craft beer list at this cultured bar has been trimmed to 25 or so, but 14 taps means the draft selections – mostly southern…

  • Mad Dwarf

    Santa Catarina

    Straight outta Joinville, this craft beer bar and brewpub has gone the franchise route and is the spot to ward off the beach heatstroke with something…

  • White Fly Pub

    Gramado

    This 15-tap newcomer is run by a couple of welcoming young brewers who are often behind the bar. Their own brews, made in Porto Alegre, are great, and…

  • Café Brasilero

    Montevideo

    This vintage 1877 cafe with dark wood paneling and historic photos gracing the walls makes a delightful spot for morning coffee or afternoon tea. It’s…

  • The Nicolas Pub

    Rio Grande do Sul

    If you've just crossed the border into Rio Grande do Sul, this upscale pub is the perfect spot to dive into the gaúcho craft beer scene. Twelve taps await…

  • Duda Bar

    Santa Cruz

    There's a cool vibe to this colorful bar occupying the 1st floor of an elegant old building in the city center. Under plaster arches and between pillars…

  • Dali

    Bolivia

    The closest place you'll find to a hip hangout in Oruro is this chilled cafe-bar that caters to the city's young set. Come for the drinks, not the food…

  • Pereira

    Salvador

    Up a staircase from the seaside road that curves around the tip of Barra, Pereira is a stylish restaurant and wine bar. Excellent chope (draft beer) is on…

  • Suassuna por Cafe Fragmentos

    Cochabamba

    Lively on weekend nights when the outdoor garden tables lit with candles are filled with young couples and small groups of friends enjoying cheap drinks …

  • Zeppelin Old Bar

    Foz do Iguaçu

    Outstanding bar serving up excellent cocktails and live music that spans the gamut from grunge to reggae. The beautiful people congregate from Thursday…

  • Taverna Beer Hall

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Great vibe at this place with vaulted ceilings, communal tables and stained glass for a warm glow. Live music Thursday to Saturday nights.

  • Antares

    Mendoza

    Nearly always packed, this hipster-heavy bar is the best place in the city for a wide selection of quality beer.

  • Ateneo Pop

    Venezuela

    With film projections on the wall, fabulous DJ sets and everyone downing pizzas (BsF42 to BsF90) and buckets of icy beer, this hip roof terrace beer…

  • El Hoyo del Queque

    Venezuela

    This renowned and endlessly fun venue always fills up, with live bands and DJs playing salsa, reggae and pop.

  • Casa Rosada

    The Galápagos Islands

    The highlight of Isabela's nightlife is this laid-back, dig-your-feet-in-the-sand beach bar next door to Caleta Iguana Hotel & Surf Camp. A youthful crowd…

  • Warung Beach Club

    Santa Catarina

    Surrounded by virgin Atlantic forest and Indonesian-inspired architecture, Warung Beach Club effortlessly marries a world-renowned mega dance club with…

  • Bar 1928

    Rio de Janeiro

    Tucked away on an otherwise quiet backstreet, Bar 1928 specializes in cocktails and superior bar food. The street-side veranda gets packed early on…

  • Dos Carreras

    Bogotá

    Run by a Spanish–Colombian couple, this warmly lit bar offers a diverse selection of some of the best locally brewed craft beer, including three by the…

  • Red Cervecera

    Lima

    An all-encompassing stop for beer connoisseurs and amateurs alike. A well-stocked store at the entrance provides all the ingredients and equipment you’ll…

  • El Flotante

    Along the Río Paraná

    Set atop an old barge moored behind the port, this friendly alternative bar with river views is a fantastic place for a drink and to tap into Corrientes…

  • Isveglio

    Quito

    The standard of artisan coffee has been on an upward trajectory in Quito and Isveglio is at the forefront of the movement. Cafe, coffee education center…

  • CoLAB

    Rio de Janeiro

    CoLAB is one of Botafogo’s increasing number of lively bar/restaurants attracting a predominantly young crowd with a combination of international cuisine,…

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