Must-see nightlife in Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei

  • Whisky Bar Kuala Lumpur

    Kuala Lumpur

    This specialist bar stocks more than 500 different whiskies, including single malts, blends and bourbons. Also offers a good selection of cigars.

  • A Peace Place

    Pulau Tioman

    Located opposite Ray's Dive Adventures, this place has great ocean views and occasional live music.

  • Muchacha, QE2

    George Town

    Located over water, open-air Muchacha, QE2 boasts 360-degree views of the Strait of Melaka and a decent selection of booze and beers.

  • Bilique Bangsar

    Lake Gardens, Brickfields & Bangsar

    Table football, darts, a pool table and an outdoor terrace are the main draws of this long-running bar. A DJ plays from 10pm.

  • Raffles Courtyard

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    Raffles' courtyard bar is currently closed due to the renovations at Raffles Hotel and is set to reopen mid-2019.

  • Slippery Senoritas

    George Town

    This is the longest-standing party option on the cheesy strip of pubs and clubs along Upper Jln Penang. This club offers live music, lots of drinking and…

  • Charlie’s Bar & Grill

    Pulau Langkawi

    Located at the Langkawi Yacht Club Hotel, this is a friendly, unpretentious place that functions equally well as a bar or restaurant (mains RM26 to RM48).

  • Soho Free House

    George Town

    This place starts rocking out early with cheesy '80s hits and a Chinese clientele noshing bangers and mash and swilling pints with a handful of expats.

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