Salt Lake City
Perfection in a coffee shop, with substance and style, good treats, desserts and ample seating. At the heart of the eclectic 9th and 9th neighborhood.
Must-see nightlife in The USA
The CD, Madrona & Madison Park
Community cafe par excellence where the skilled barista doubles as an excellent DJ. It's now part of a small chain, but retains its locally owned vibe.
San Francisco
Atomic-scale disco inferno tears through SF, with appearances at the Stud the first Saturday night of the month.
Buffalo
One of the more sophisticated options in Allentown, with a good restaurant (mains $17 to $22) and eclectic local music which usually begins around 9pm.
Maryland
On the bay side, Fager's is a draw for its pretty sunsets, chatty bartenders and deck parties. Boogie down to the DJ at the nightclub. Open year-round.
Tucson
Come to this brick-walled hangout for a fantabulous selection of draft beers, plus Belgians and sours in the back store, as well as wines by the glass.
Kansas City
This laid-back place off the main drag has good coffee, specialty teas and cheap breakfast sandwiches. Look for comedy, jazz and improv shows at night.
Buffalo
On Buffalo's edgier west side, this indie cafe is known for its coffee, freshly baked goods and other light meals. The atmosphere is relaxed and arty.
South Shore
No food, just friendly folks, inviting atmosphere and perfectly poured Guinness. You might catch some live music, but the good craic is guaranteed.
Dallas
Young professionals try their best to look perfectly carefree on the multi-level bustling patio; a great beer selection helps them (almost) succeed.
Wasatch Mountains
You can sip local craft beers and cocktails at the Thirsty Squirrel, but the Big Cottonwood Canyon’s best après-ski and bar scene is at Brighton.
North Coast & Redwoods
The coolest spot in town is grungy and fun. Play pool, pinball or ping-pong, or kick it on the back patio with local 20- and 30-something hipsters.
New Mexico
The local brewery has seven of its own brews on tap, plus other New Mexico wines and spirits. It's always packed, with a small pub-style food menu.
St Petersburg
A red-brick garage now does duty as a 15-barrel brewhouse with a family- and pet-friendly beer garden. Hosts live music and movie nights regularly.
Nashville
Ultra-friendly Tribe caters to a largely gay male crowd, although everyone is welcome to sip martinis, watch music videos and dance the night away.
Alabama
This sweet bar carries a bicycle theme throughout; there's a fantastic outdoor space for tipping back a beer or a cocktail on humid Mobile nights.
Iowa
Popular with the Writers' Workshop crowd, who debate gerunds while slouched in booths in this tiny boozer. Is that novelist TC Boyle by the door?
Taos
On the Plaza for happy hour? Stop by for a diverse selection of wines from Europe and the West Coast, paired with charcuterie and cheese boards.
Las Vegas
Winner of the prize for Vegas' best-name bar, this local gay hang is best suited to those on the hunt for beefcake, cowboys and leather daddies.
Arkansas
If you’re looking for some (loud) night music, head to this infamous cathouse turned live-music venue. It hosts bands out of Austin regularly.
Burlington
A popular UVM student hangout with pool tables, oodles of TVs, regular DJ nights, occasional live music and dirt-cheap Thursday drink specials.
Colectivo Coffee - On The Square
Wisconsin
Good coffees, cakes and sandwiches right on Capital Sq. You'll find lots of tables inside (though this place can fill up) or you can take away.
Orlando
Known to locals as simply the 'I-Bar,' it's hip, crowded and loud, with DJs spinning underground dance and alternative rock into the wee hours.
Salt Lake City
More than 200 beer choices, including many Utah-local microbrews, are wedged into this downtown retro bar. Good for drinking and conversation.
Providence
Not as rough as the name implies, the stable caters to a classier, older crowd, with an intimate outdoor patio and an excellent cocktail list.
Sedona
Head to this bar and bistro in the Enchantment Resort in stunning Boynton Canyon for sunset cocktails.
West Virginia
You'll find 27 different beers on tap and 140 bottles, from West Virginia to California to Germany, at this dark and intimate craft-beer bar.
Wasatch Mountains
A cute coffee shop in a 1930s gas station with a profusion of vintage objects covering the walls. Has ice cream, pastries and sandwiches too.
Seattle
Cozier than your average brewery, but certainly not lacking in selection, Outlander makes for an ideal stop on any drinking tour of Fremont.
Charleston
This rooftop bar has sweet views of downtown and the crowds to prove it. Enjoy craft cocktails, and live music on Sundays from 2pm to 5pm.
Dallas
Curl up with a book or your laptop in this old cottage. Good smoothies, teas and coffees for adults; highchairs and cookies for the kids.
West Virginia
This indie coffee-shop has big windows, two large rooms, no-attitude staff and four daily coffees. It's $2 for a 16oz coffee – not bad!
Rhode Island
Poor People's Pub with its barbecue, beer and bands is a hit with everyone, not just the handful of visitors who actually have a budget!
Santa Barbara
Bicycle-themed coffee shop brewing rich coffee and espresso drinks from small-batch roasted beans. Sit and sip yours on the sunny patio.
Orlando
Deep red walls, a pool table and furniture you'd expect in your grandmother's parlor. Low-key vibe perfect for sipping that Bulleit Rye.
Santa Fe
Apple and specialty ciders pair up with green-chile bacon hotdogs and a four-cheese grilled cheese sandwich at this kick-back taproom.
Seattle
For once a cafe that doesn’t try too hard to be cool. Fuel has a tangible community feel, retro gas-station motifs and great coffee.
Yellowstone Valley Brewing Company
Montana
Referred to locally as the Garage, this place has a range of beers named after fishing flies. You'll often find good live music here.
Charleston
A great little bar, full of glitz and glam, with drag karaoke nights on Wednesday. Definitely a haven for gender-bending pop stars.
Tampa
Many nightclubs come and go, but Club Prana, rising five floors from its lounge to the rooftop Sky Bar, has stood the test of time.
- placement: fullWidth
- path: Destinations/POIs/superzone
- possible size: [970, 250], [970, 90], [728, 90], [300, 250], [320, 50], [1, 1],
- targeting:
{ "position": "superzone" }
