Must-see nightlife in Croatia

  • Scandal Express

    Pula

    It doesn't live up to the intrigue implied by its name, but this vaguely train-carriage-themed place is a popular local gathering spot.

  • Teak

    Split

    Teak’s terrace and antique-style interior is super popular for coffee and chats during the day, and harder drinks in the evenings.

  • Monte Carlo

    Rovinj

    Perched right on the water's edge, this low-key cafe-bar has unsurpassed views of the Adriatic and Sveta Katarina across the way.

  • Karaka

    Dubrovnik

    Guinness and O'Hara's on tap, sport on the TV, occasional live music: Karaka ticks all of the requisite Irish pub boxes.

  • Tropic Club

    Split

    A 1st-floor beachfront disco with a curved glass frontage, and house, pop or Croatian music, depending on the night.

  • Ilir Bar

    Zagorje

    For a coffee break in the sun, grab an outside table at this loungey spot or soak up the old-fashioned vibe inside.

  • St Patrick’s Pub

    Slavonia

    This sociable, welcoming pub has an intimate interior of dark wood and neon and a big terrace on the main square.

  • Pivnica Medonja

    Zagorje

    Buzzy beer hall that serves over 200 beer varieties, including some from Japan and local craft ones like Zmajsko.

  • Mosquito

    Split

    Sit on the big terrace, grab a cocktail or coffee, listen to music and hang out with the locals.

  • Beat

    Central & Eastern Istria

    This slick Rabac beach club serves cocktails on a wooden terrace set around a small pool.

  • Benny’s Bar

    Brač Island

    A popular hang-out spot, with its own beach and a clubby vibe as the night progresses.

  • Yeti

    Makarska

    A cosy cafe-bar right on the main square. It also has a small hostel above.

  • Vimpi

    Zagreb

    This small cafe is the gathering spot for Zagreb's lady-loving ladies.

  • Office Bar

    Zagorje

    A top-notch selection of beers, slap on the main square.

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