Must-see nightlife in Eastern USA

  • Wreck Bar

    Fort Lauderdale

    After one too many cocktails you might wonder whether you're seeing things as you look through the Wreck Bar's 'portholes' to see three or four mermaids…

  • Little Miss Whiskey’s Golden Dollar

    Washington, DC

    If Alice had returned from Wonderland so traumatized by her near beheading that she needed a stiff drink, we imagine she’d pop down to Little Miss Whiskey…

  • Station

    New Orleans

    There are plenty of cafes in Mid-City, but Station is a significant caffeinated cut above the rest. The coffee is simply thoughtfully curated and brewed…

  • Lillie's Victorian Establishment

    Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy

    Step in and be taken to the era of petticoats and watch fobs with high, stamped-tin ceilings, red-velvet love seats and walls covered in vintage…

  • Irving Farm Roasters

    Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy

    From keyboard-tapping scribes to gossiping friends and academics, this bustling downstairs cafe is never short of a crowd. Hand-picked beans are lovingly…

  • Odd Side Ales

    Gold Coast

    Odd Side brews some peculiar experimental suds, like the Mayan Mocha stout (with coffee, cinnamon, nutmeg and habenero chilies) and Aestas sour ale (aged…

  • Ellison Brewery and Spirits

    Michigan

    Ellison hides in a no-frills warehouse in an East Lansing industrial park. Bowl up to the corrugated metal bar and order a Tiramisu coffee stout, 3 Stacks…

  • The Backstreet Pub

    Coastal North Carolina

    Behind Clawson’s on Front St, you'll find this cozy cubbyhole hangout, housed in a historic bakery. The walls still contain the original brick ovens –…

  • The Workshop

    Coastal North Carolina

    For a cup o' Joe with bite, head to this small independent java house in Wrightsville Beach. The owners have combined their love of scuba diving, shark…

  • Philadelphia Distilling

    Philadelphia

    The old Ajax Metal warehouse near the Delaware riverfront has been revamped into this impressive craft spirits operation, with a sophisticated bar and…

  • Grand

    South Carolina

    Inspired by the variety of entertainment provided in a 1900s vaudeville house that once stood in its place, this venue triples as a gastropub, game center…

  • Kiki's Sandbar

    Florida Keys

    For drinks with a view, Kiki's is hard to beat. You can have a chat around the bar or retreat for a bit of sunset watching or stargazing from one of the…

  • Holy City Brewing

    Charleston

    Church on Sunday or craft beer and yoga? Holy City ain't scared! Sunday morning yoga at 10am ($15) is par for the course at this North Charleston…

  • Maps Bar

    Portland

    As the name says, there's a bunch of maps decorating the walls at this charming basement bar – it's as if you've entered a watering hole for hipster-ish…

  • Play

    Nashville

    The Bible Belt loosens a notch for this welcoming gay bar and dance club on, of all places, Church St. High-energy drag shows start at 9pm, 11pm and 1am…

  • Flatiron Room

    Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy

    Vintage wallpaper, a glittering chandelier and hand-painted coffered ceilings make for a suitably elegant scene at this grown-up drinking den, its…

  • Trio

    Outer Banks

    This simple but stylish wine and craft-beer bar is a welcome respite from OBX's typical fare. Select from 24 wines (in the self-service tasting bar) or 24…

  • Boxers NYC

    Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy

    The beers and potential new buds are plentiful at this gay sports bar in the heart of the Flatiron District. There’s football on TV, Buffalo wings at the…

  • Zillie's Island Pantry

    Outer Banks

    Part gourmet-food shop (head here for beach picnic provisions), part wine store, Zillie's is one of the classiest spots for a glass of Argentine Malbec or…

  • Mr Lee's

    Louisville

    Germantown's craft cocktail anchor is this satisfyingly retro establishment that serves a small but serious list of tipples. The semicircular red leather…

  • New Glarus Brewery

    Wisconsin

    This hilltop brewery, about a mile south of New Glarus, has won kudos around the state for its excellent Spotted Cow ale and Belgian Red (with Door County…

  • Warsaw Coffee Company

    Fort Lauderdale

    The coffee spot to come to if you're serious about your brew. The main features of this industrial space are concrete, Tolix-style designer chairs and…

  • Northman

    Chicago

    The Northman gives the neighborhood beer scene a twist by focusing on cider. Around 20 taps flow with tart, fermented creations from the US, England,…

  • Buvette

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Buzzing with the animated conversation of locals, courting couples and theater types, this devotedly Francophile wine bar and restaurant makes a great…

  • Low Bar

    Gold Coast

    Every city needs a speakeasy-style cocktail bar, and Low Bar checks all the boxes: it's dimly lit, oozes 1920s glam and is a little hard to find. Classics…

  • Governor's Cafe

    Delaware

    In a rambling 1850s house across the street from the Governor's Mansion, this inviting place is a talented multi-tasker. Pop in early to grab a coffee and…

  • R2L Restaurant

    Philadelphia

    The view, the view, the view. And did we mention the view? This upscale spot serves up the nightscape of Philly along with whatever is on the menu. Craft…

  • Bière de Mac Brew Works

    Michigan

    A welcome addition to the local drinking scene, Bière de Mac has around 11 house-made brews on tap, from French farmhouse ales to milk stouts, Belgian…

  • Whiner Beer Company

    Chicago

    Barrel-aged beers rule at Whiner. Choose among wild saisons, Belgian wheat beers and Belgian dark ales in the rustic, softly lit taproom. A five-beer…

  • Scofflaw

    Chicago

    Scofflaw is a gin joint – literally. The bar specializes in boutique, small-batch gins mixed into gimlets, martinis and other cocktails that get creative…

  • Happiest Hour

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    A supercool, tiki-licious cocktail bar splashed with palm prints, ’60s pop and playful mixed drinks that provide a chic take on the fruity beach cocktail…

  • Octane

    Atlanta

    This industrial-hip coffeehouse near Georgia Tech's campus, the original of four locations in the city, brews the joe of choice for severe caffeine…

  • Hutton & Smith Brewing

    Chattanooga

    One of the anchors of the newly hip MLK district, this 20-tap microbrewery ironically added a garage door so that it appears that its taproom is housed in…

  • Americano Coffee Lounge

    Nashville

    Americano brings something new to the Nashville coffee scene: a great place to hang out. With an eye for design, the owners have crafted a comfortable and…

  • Vermutería 600

    Milwaukee

    The bar at the Hotel Madrid is a warm, magical space that transports you to 1930s Spain. It serves cocktails inspired by what Ernest Hemingway and pals…

  • Dandelion

    Philadelphia

    The bustling atmosphere of an English country inn and great food set this gastropub apart, and the bar is open until 2am. Craft cocktails, such as the…

  • 116 Crown

    New Haven

    Upscale contemporary design, DJ sets, expertly mixed cocktails and an international wine list draw the style crowd to this Ninth Sq bar. Small plates and…

  • Provider

    Indianapolis

    Painfully hip and Instagram-ready, Provider's skilled baristas are pulling Indy's best espressos, which are market-priced (around $4) and come with a…

  • Surly Brewing

    Minneapolis

    Surly's sprawling, mod-industrial, family-friendly beer hall is mobbed by locals who come for the 20 rotating taps and abundant meaty snacks. Try CynicAle…

  • Dagger Mountain Roastery

    Indiana

    At the dead-end of an unremarkable warehouse district in Valparaiso, Dagger Mountain is hidden in all the right ways; but its speciality coffee roasted in…

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