Must-see nightlife in The USA

  • Roast & Toast

    Gold Coast

    The distinct coffee-cup mosaic doorway beckons you in to this longstanding cafe that roasts its own beans and serves terrific breakfast wraps, made-from…

  • Dollop

    Chicago

    Modern, sunny coffee-slinger Dollop fires up a mean espresso among its caffeinated arsenal. Local baked treats such as Hoosier Mama pies provide the sugar…

  • Downing Street Pour House

    Missouri

    Just south of Branson in the center of old Hollister, this pub scores with excellent comfort food like barbecue and burgers. The beer and liquor list goes…

  • Flying Saucer Draught Emporium

    Houston

    At this big beer bar there are more than 200 types of brews, including drafts from local Houston microbreweries like St Arnold and elsewhere in Texas…

  • Fastnet

    Newport

    Named for a lighthouse off the coast of Cork, this pub serves classics such as bangers and mash and fish and chips beside an ever-flowing river of…

  • Bodhi Coffee

    Philadelphia

    Something of an alternative neighborhood social scene reigns over this chilled coffee shop, which displays local arts and crafts, and hosts occasional…

  • 610 Center

    Arkansas

    This laid-back bar serves up excellent martinis and a welcoming vibe, aided by a local, primarily gay clientele. It's a good, casual spot for a strong…

  • Liam Maguire's Irish Pub & Restaurant

    Cape Cod

    The perfect Irish pub: good food (from beef and Guinness stew to fish tacos), good craic, a good selection of draft beers, Irish bartenders, live music…

  • Map Room Bar & Espresso

    Yellowstone National Park

    This new bar in the Map Room of the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel serves espresso in the morning and afternoon, and beer and wine in the evening. For food,…

  • Black Labrador

    Houston

    English pubs in this town are commonplace, but not ones in gorgeous brick buildings with lovely patios and giant outdoor chess games. There's typical pub…

  • 21 Bar & Grill

    New Hampshire

    Martinis are the house specialty at this narrow neighborhood bar a few steps from Main St. You'll have to move quickly to snag a table on Friday…

  • Kito’s Kave

    Southeast Alaska

    Legendary dive that's been around for eons. Jon Krakauer mentions it in his book Eiger Dreams; apparently he was asked to leave for playing morbid music…

  • Root Note

    Wisconsin

    This vintage, exposed-brick cafe is a fine place to soak up the river-town vibe. Linger over coffee, beer or a banana Nutella crepe while listening to…

  • Berkeley Springs Brewing Co

    West Virginia

    Local mineral water is the secret ingredient in these craft beers, served in a welcoming strip-mall location about 2 miles south of the springs. Enjoy a…

  • Blue Star Brewing Company

    San Antonio

    See those great big brewing tanks behind the bar? That's your craft beer being made. The people-watching, the relaxed vibe and the location inside the…

  • Bottleneck

    Kansas

    The music scene in town is up to college-town standards, and this joint usually has the best of the newest. It's got a dive vibe and has plenty of drinks…

  • Half Dome Village Bar

    Yosemite National Park

    Directly beside the Half Dome Village Pizza Deck window, this tiny and charming bar, literally a hole-in-the-wall, pulls a couple of decent microbrews ($7…

  • Monster

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    It’s old-school gay-man heaven in here, with a small dance floor downstairs as well as a piano bar and cabaret space. Spirited theme nights range from…

  • 7 Hills Brewing Company

    Iowa

    A Millwork District brewery with a range of beers served in industrial-chic surrounds. There's also a long menu of comfort food that runs from pizza to…

  • Sip Stir Cafe

    Dallas

    An airy, contemporary style cafe in the West Village area with plenty of outlets for your gear and strong coffee. Pastries and sandwiches for snacking,…

  • Jungle Java

    San Diego

    Funky-dunky, canopy-covered cafe and plant shop, also crammed with crafts and art treasures. A chilled place to sip on a coffee, smoothie or chai latte,…

  • Founding Fathers

    Buffalo

    Any questions about American history? Ask the knowledgeable owner of this laid-back neighborhood bar with a presidential theme. You'll also find free…

  • Cafe Bar Europa

    San Diego

    A Bohemian bar with frescoes on the walls, chandeliers overhead, an old piano and fire pits on the patio. Sip on craft cocktails or absinthe and listen to…

  • Wandering Tortoise

    Phoenix

    Not all who wander are lost, and indeed, the peripatetic Tortoise seems to have finally found a home as one of Phoenix's best places to sample local beers…

  • Peregrine Espresso

    Washington, DC

    The local mini-chain wins lots of 'best coffee' awards, and locals agree it's the real caffeinated deal. Join the laptop pack and sip your foam art in the…

  • Wang Chung’s

    Waikiki

    Wang Chung’s is a happy-go-lucky gay-friendly karaoke bar that's found a retro chic home in the Stay Waikiki hotel just a block inland from Kuhio Beach.

  • Trinity Brewhouse

    Providence

    This microbrewery in the entertainment district, one of Rhode Island's pioneering brew-pubs, turns out terrific British-style beers, served by the pint,…

  • Bar of the Gods

    Portland

    An old-school Portland rocker hangout, BOG (as it's called) is dark and mellow and completely unpretentious. Drinks are cheap, servers are friendly, and…

  • Port O'Pints Brewing Co

    North Coast & Redwoods

    One of two relatively new bars-cum-breweries in town, over 20 different ales are produced here, including an excellent Irish stout. There is live music on…

  • Leku Ona

    Boise

    Run by a Basque-born immigrant, this bar and restaurant in the heart of the downtown Basque Block is always hopping. Don't miss the chance to try some…

  • Rich’s

    San Diego

    In the heart of Hillcrest, DJs shower the crowd with Latin, techno, pop and house at one of San Diego’s biggest gay dance clubs; Rich's also hosts the…

  • HubBub Coffee

    Philadelphia

    Surprisingly, University City is a little short on quality coffee stops. Stepping up to fill this gap is HubBub, a specialist in cold-brew coffee (don't…

  • Georgie's Alibi

    Fort Lauderdale

    Georgie's is Wilton Manors' gay landmark, a nightclub featuring a playlist of Top 40s and country blockbusters along with cheap drinks after 9pm and ever…

  • Muddy Water Coffee & Cafe

    Hudson Valley

    Colorful pieces of art on the walls and comfy sofas add a cozy touch to this pleasant cafe that makes for a good pit stop on Tarrytown's Main St. It…

  • Wildrose

    Seattle

    This small, comfortable lesbian bar has theme nights (Taco Tuesdays; karaoke on Wednesday starting at 9pm) as well as a light menu, pool and DJs. On…

  • Angry Hanks

    Montana

    For $3 a pint you can enjoy an Anger Management Belgian Wheat, Street Fight Imperial Red or Head Trauma IPA on the patio. It's worth trying the brown ale…

  • Iron Horse Brewpub

    Montana

    Rather swanky for a brewpub, the Iron Horse includes a plush upstairs bar complete with a saltwater aquarium. It's popular with students for its…

  • Henry's

    Kansas

    Downstairs is a moody low-lit coffeehouse with underground tunes and for-sale artwork on the walls. Upstairs is a boho bar popular with Lawrence's edgier…

  • Wayfarer Coffee Roasters

    New Hampshire

    Clean wooden lines and a plethora of compass symbols keep the vibe maritime at this chic coffee shop where the beans are roasted in-house. The mini…

  • Dark Lady & Alley Cat

    Providence

    Alley Cat is the bar and Dark Lady the club, but they're both under one roof and welcome men and women of all persuasions to kick off their heels, make…

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