Antwerp
A calm, mirror-panelled little bruin café (traditional pub) that's an absolute classic for quietly sipping a bolleke (beer from €2.20).
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Bristol
An endearingly traditional boozer near the university with a cosy bar, leather bench seats, at least eight real ales on tap, and a plant-framed walled…
Brussels
Navy tiles and a stylised horse-head sign identify this bar and music venue, a small and welcoming neighbourhood place that hosts great Sunday-night jazz…
Montpellier
In-the-know tourists and locals rub shoulders at Montpellier's best microbrewery, which crafts rich ales and lager, and serves tasty dinner and snacking…
Counties Wexford, Waterford, Carlow & Kilkenny
A traditional finishing point for Wicklow Way walkers, Osborne’s pub is an atmospheric low-ceilinged hostelry, with a bar-top reputedly made from coffin…
Whitby
A popular watering hole at the bottom of the 199 steps, serving Timothy Taylor ales, Whitby crab sandwiches and fish and chips, and great views over the…
Utrecht
This cultural innovator has a nose for new trends so it's always worth checking out what it's doing, from club nights to concerts.
Metz
Le Troubadour packs 'em into its low-lit, vaulted stone interior, with good vibes, cheap beer and a regular line-up of events from DJ nights to indie-rock…
Bristol
Bristol's club-boat has nights for all moods: electro-punk, indie, disco and new wave, plus regular live gigs during the week. Check the website for the…
Lagos
This late opener has good DJs and a lively atmosphere, fuelled by enormous fishbowl cocktails; you'll often see people (or find yourself) dancing on the…
Latin Quarter
If you're feeling homesick for your favourite IPA, there's a chance they might have it here, with 24 craft beers on tap from as far off as Colorado and…
Lagos
This classy place has three bars, nightly DJs and lots of gold leaf, kitsch, red velvet and cherubs. Given its central location, it's a popular spot to…
Brighton & Hove
Some of the city’s top club nights are held at this ear-numbing venue. The music is top priority here, attracting big name acts and a young, up-for-it…
Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan
This wonderful old 1900 boozer is right out of a time capsule. Clarke's unrestored wooden interior features snugs and leaded-glass doors that read 'Open…
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Brussels
This traditional corner bar is a much-loved old stager on the square. It serves baguettes and beers, but the speciality is pastis: an anise-flavoured…
Paris
Original cocktails for €8 and a kick-back vibe ensures a hip crowd throughout the week. Service can be slow, but the barkeeps win points for friendliness.
Glasgow
Downstairs on cosmopolitan John St, Underground sports a relaxed crowd and, crucially, a free jukebox. You’ll be listening to indie rather than Abba here.
Canterbury
A stylish after-hours bar where you can relax over a cocktail or rare rum upstairs before heading down to the Cellar Bar. Occasional live music at…
Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan
With low lighting and a beer garden, Cagney's is a classy spot for wines by the glass, whiskeys and over 300 gins, including locally distilled Listoke…
Braga
A Braga classic, this 19th-century cafe is a converging point for old and new generations. Try the café de saco (a small shot of filtered coffee).
Lagos
This straight-up rock 'n' surf bar makes a top spot to kick off the night (happy hour runs from 8pm to 10pm), with a pool table, darts and fun-loving…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
Get juiced at this hole-in-the-wall Portuguese chain, with fresh-pressed juices (€1.70 to €5.30; including detox, wheatgrass and matcha) and smoothies.
Clermont-Ferrand
The wine connoisseur's choice. Bar d'O has an ambient soundtrack that, with each subsequent glass of Côtes du Ventoux, will lull you into a pleasant daze.
Paris
Sociable lesbian dive bar La Mutinerie also welcomes LGBTQ+ guests. DJs play several times a week; there are also occasional concerts and karaoke sessions.
Paris
Pink-lit LABO opens to a lively terrace on rue des Lombards. Nightly events include karaoke, drag parties and an all-night tap-beer happy hour on Tuesdays.
Lyon
This popular barge bar hosts all-night live shows and DJ sets featuring jazz, techno, hip hop and more. On sunny days, the terrace is a fine place to be.
The Channel Islands
As local as it gets, the Mermaid is where you come for some island gossip, to play a few games of pool, or drink a pint of Thatcher's on the sunny patio.
Inverness
Offering a tempting selection of craft beers, this pub has a wee suntrap of a terrace out the front. It's a great place for a pint on a summer afternoon.
Inishowen Peninsula
This old-world pub is a central hub for locals and visitors and a friendly spot with live traditional music every Wednesday night (more often in summer).
Exeter
At Exeter's main LGBT venue you'll find two bars, club nights, classy cocktails, funky lights, glittery features and crowds of people having a good time.
The Beiras
Tucked into a classic pub-crawler’s alley a block back from the beachfront, this snug, woody pub has Guinness on tap and an inviting lively atmosphere.
County Mayo
This pub and club serves as a hub for the island, serving up decent food and Guinness, as well as some outstanding views and trad music at the weekends.
Yorkshire
Inside pretty Paragon Arcade, this Australian-style speciality coffeehouse is bright, minimalist and focused firmly on the main event: excellent coffee.
Fontainebleau
In a dress-circle position on place Napoléon Bonaparte, this true-to-its-name cafe has a huge terrace; inside it spreads over two chandeliered levels.
Fort William
The Grog & Gruel is a traditional-style, wood-panelled pub with an excellent range of cask ales from regional Scottish and English microbreweries.
Brussels
This classic local hostelry with old-fashioned mirror-panelled seats and 1927 chequerboard flooring is well regarded for its typical Bruxellois meals.
Glasgow
This popular Manchester club's Glasgow branch is a cheery spot, not too scene-y, with all welcome. It makes for a fun place to finish off a night out.
County Dublin
Malahide's best-known and best-loved pub is a huge place, spread over a number of rooms and outdoor areas. At weekends it's always packed with locals.
Perpignan
This intimate, effortlessly chic cocktail bar attracts mostly couples keen to knock back a few drinks and share well-prepared tapas in cosy surrounds.
Limoges
Hip little bar supplying beers and late-night coffee to a pre-club crowd. In summer, punters spill onto the terrace in front of Église St-Aurélien.
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