Must-see nightlife in The USA

  • Lulu’s Waikiki

    Waikiki

    Brush off your sandy feet at Kuhio Beach, then step across Kalakaua Ave to this surf-themed open-air bar and grill with 2nd-story lanai (balcony) views of…

  • Cumbre Brewing Co

    Albuquerque

    Despite its location in a lightly industrial zone, this low-key spot feels like a neighborhood pub. And though the vibe is local, solo travelers will do…

  • Clavel

    Baltimore

    Celebrating agave is the stated mission at this sultry gathering spot, where mescal flights and a mescal library are on the menu. Complement that flight…

  • Collins Bar

    Birmingham

    Birmingham's beautiful people pack into this cool space after work and on weekends, sipping handmade cocktails under giant paper planes and a Birmingham…

  • Gallows

    South End & Chinatown

    At this South End favorite, the dark woody interior is inviting and the bartenders are truly talented. The gastropub grub includes such enticing fare as…

  • Cafe 212

    Mississippi

    Get your coffee fix at this small downtown spot, which is also known for its yummy sandwiches, particularly the chicken salad and the white cheddar…

  • Cosmo's

    Dallas

    A mishmash of colorful vintage lamps, worn thrift-store-esque furniture and a faux fireplace set the scene for a fun evening of drinking (martinis, cosmos…

  • Brue Bar

    Honolulu

    In a gorgeous old building on Merchant St, Brue Bar's passion for quality is keeping both tea lovers and coffee aficionados happy. Order a cortado, an…

  • El Tovar Lounge

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Though the bar inside the historic El Tovar offers basics like nachos and sliders, the real draw is the canyon views from the back porch. Pop in for a…

  • Lewers Lounge

    Waikiki

    The nostalgic dream of Waikiki as an aristocratic playground is kept alive at this Halekulani hotel bar. We're talking contemporary and classic cocktails,…

  • Left Hand Coffee

    Long Island

    This perfect, salt-weathered coffeehouse is the sort of place where hardbody surfers wander in off the beach for their artisanal pour-over or exquisite…

  • Ritual Coffee

    The Haight & Hayes Valley

    The Hayes Valley shipping-container outpost of the Mission roastery offers creamy single-origin espresso and powerful pour-overs to rival those at Blue…

  • Transient Artisan Ales

    Gold Coast

    Even before this small but lively taproom debuted in 2016, founder and beer maker Chris Betts had established a reputation as a brewer's brewer for his…

  • Fieldwork Brewing Company

    Berkeley

    At this industrial brewery taproom you can sit down on the outdoor patio with a tasting flight of IPAs or a glass of rich Mexican hot-chocolate stout. It…

  • Cellar 433

    Arizona

    Showcasing wines from Willcox, southeast of Tucson and now a designated American Viticultural Area, Cellar 433 is a split-level tasting room with…

  • West Alabama Ice House

    Houston

    Texas' oldest 'ice house' (where people really used to come to get their ice; now an open-air boozer) draws the crowds, from bikers to lawyers. We think…

  • Hi Hat

    Milwaukee

    One of the city's best watering holes, Hi Hat sits along a strip of legendary bars on E Brady St on the near-north side. There's drinking on two levels,…

  • Spiller Park Coffee

    Atlanta

    This connoisseur-level specialty coffeehouse is all the rage in Atlanta, with espresso ($3) that is indeed special, using top-end roasters such as…

  • Luna Cafe

    Wisconsin

    Snug coffee-roaster and cafe located in downtown De Pere, about 5 miles south of Green Bay, and the ideal spot to grab a cup of tea or coffee (or slice of…

  • Mountain State Brewing Co

    West Virginia

    The $6 flight of eight beers may be the best deal going in the state. And staff might even throw in a sample of sangria, because heck, why not? On a cold…

  • La Tuna Ice House

    San Antonio

    When the sun starts to set over Southtown, scoot down by the railroad tracks to this beloved watering hole for a few cold beers and nostalgic, school-size…

  • Smart Bar

    Chicago

    Smart Bar is a long-standing, unpretentious favorite for dancing, located in the basement of the Metro rock club. The DJs are often more renowned than you…

  • Max's Taphouse

    Baltimore

    A neighborhood bar and then some, this convivial Fells Point institution lures 'em in with 102 rotating taps and more than 1500 bottles. Look for…

  • Moustache Brewing

    Long Island

    In true craft fashion, this hop-lovers' haven occupies a somewhat isolated warehouse space in Riverhead; 25 taps and few bells and whistles await true…

  • Boxcar Roasters

    Boulder

    Asserting a PhD approach, this roaster offers single-pour beaker coffee that purists swear by, set in minimalist-hipster ambience. Bags of beans are…

  • Verde

    Baltimore

    The cocktail game is strong at this trattoria in Canton, also known for its wood-fired pizza. Adding a touch of old-school class? The long marble-topped…

  • Reno's Chop Shop Saloon

    Dallas

    Slightly off Deep Ellum's Elm St artery, this is where you'll find Dallas' friendliest bikers. Hogs line the front while a jovial crowd parties inside…

  • The Random Tea Room

    Philadelphia

    This charming antique-style cafe dedicated to teas and infusions is practically unique in Philly. The 40-plus artisanal blends can be enjoyed by cup or…

  • Alto

    New Orleans

    If you want a good view of the city, or a good view of a bunch of millennials enjoying a good view of the city, head to the Ace Hotel's rooftop bar. There…

  • Aloha Beer Co

    Honolulu

    A big open-fronted brewery with more than a dozen house beers on offer at any time. Choices are edgy – try the Froot Lupes IPA, made with fruity hops and…

  • J Parker

    Chicago

    It's all about the view from the 13th-floor rooftop bar of the Hotel Lincoln. And it delivers, sweeping over the park, the lake and downtown skyline…

  • Bar X

    Salt Lake City

    So low-lit and funky, it's hard to believe you're down the street from Temple Sq. Cozy up to the crowded bar with a Moscow Mule and listen to Motown or…

  • Epic Brewing Company

    Salt Lake City

    Utah's first exclusively full-strength beer brewery. Belly up to the bar in an intimate tap room where they pour small tastes (50¢ to $1.50) or full…

  • Sentient Bean

    Savannah

    Everything you want, or expect, from an indie coffeehouse: terrific brew, gourmet breakfasts, spacious boho interior, and hipster clientele and baristas,…

  • Marlin

    Fairbanks

    Step into this dark cavern of a dive bar and discover a magic land of beards, flannel, punk stickers, more beards, tattoos, Fairbanks’ edgiest musical…

  • City Tavern

    Dallas

    Every city needs an old classic like this, with pressed-tin ceilings, live music and a low-key, feel-good, throw-back-a-beer vibe that chains only wish…

  • The Big I

    Fairbanks

    This excellent dive has a large outdoor drinking area, sassy bartenders, grizzled locals and lots of bush kitsch lining the walls, which look like they…

  • Butter Joint

    Pittsburgh

    If you're looking for a snazzy spot to chat after hours, look no further than Butter Joint, one of the few places to have its own house-made grenadine…

  • Bitter Bar

    Boulder

    A chic Boulder bar where killer cocktails – such as the lavender-infused Kiss the Sky or the elderflower tonic Guns n' Roses – make the evening slip…

  • Brothers Brew Coffee Shop

    Massachusetts

    Two words: coffee and doughnuts. There are other (perhaps healthier) options for breakfast, but go for the doughnuts. You won't regret it. If the doughnut…

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