Podgorica
The street has come out of the cold in this hip little bar, lined with faux shopfronts and scattered with park-style furniture. Its actual outside area is…
Must-see nightlife in Montenegro
Tivat
This wonderful little gastropub swims against Montenegro's tsunami of wines and rakija, serving up lashings of craft beer and cool cocktails. Hip,…
Podgorica
Exemplifying the offbeat flavour of the Bokeška strip, this quirky spot promotes local music, art and other alternative happenings. It's a good place for…
Ulcinj
Hidden behind the fortifications on the quiet, western side of the Old Town, this blissful wee beach bar consists of day beds and tables perched on rock…
Budva
Chill out with a craft beer, cocktail or fair-trade, organic coffee under the pine tree of this picturesque Old Town cafe-bar. It regularly hosts live…
Kotor
By day, Letrika is a quiet place for a sneaky drink, with a steampunk aesthetic and side-alley location. On summer nights DJs set up outside and the lane…
Adriatic Coast
Salsa in Crna Gora? Somehow, this unusual place works an absolute treat, with lively Cuban dance parties (and lessons), zingy cocktails and – perhaps…
Kotor
Jazz somehow seems a perfect soundtrack for Kotor's ambient Stari Grad, and Evergreen – which hosts regular live international and local acts – is the…
Petrovac
Sip a cocktail and enjoy the romantic panorama over the parapets of the Venetian fortress. DJs spark up both on the terrace and downstairs in the club…
Central Montenegro
This hip-n-happening place is about as close to Cetinje gets to a club, with cheap cocktails, mega-danceable DJ sets and a young, cool crowd intent on…
Central Montenegro
Cosy and companionable, this popular place does a fair impression of a Scottish pub, with hearty fare and – of course – a long list of beers and whiskies…
Central Montenegro
Java by day, jazzhands by night. This cute little bar offers exceptional people-watching from its prime position on Cetinje's main drag. It's not all…
Adriatic Coast
The 'best place to party in town' gong surely goes to Green Mill (and its friendly neighbour Bar Varadero), with exuberant crowds, thumping good-time…
Podgorica
Laid-back and local, this hip spot has live music (usually, obviously, jazz) on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Try the owner's homemade wines and…
Central Montenegro
Fantastic bar that often hosts various cultural events, from music (orchestra, blues, rock, you name it) to alternative art and cinema exhibitions.
Central Montenegro
This vibrant cafe-bar is populated by friendly, arty locals nattering over superb coffees by day and even better cocktails by night.
Podgorica
Fun and friendly little nook that often hosts live rock, ska and alternative bands.
Budva
If you're hankering for something slightly more stout than Montenegro's light lagers, pop down to this friendly little hang-out. It bills itself as an …
Tivat
Doing its very best to keep the yacht crews entertained, this lively bar with an upmarket beach-shack vibe hosts live music and kooky themed nights, and…
Podgorica
A golden Buddha smiles serenely as you meditate over your morning coffee or search for the eternal truth at the bottom of a cocktail glass. This is one…
Kotor
In summer, Havana takes over a little square on the dark side of the Old Town, projecting sports or pop videos onto the neighbouring building. When the…
Perast
Tucked under the road on the Risan edge of Perast, this little beach bar serves beers, cocktails and coffees to the beautiful board-shorts-and-bikinis…
Northern Montenegro
You could be forgiven for thinking this hangout is named ‘The Best Of Caffe’ as that’s what all the signage says. It actually is the best of Rožaje’s cafe…
Budva
There are plenty of summer memories to be made (or, depending on your alcohol consumption, forgotten) at this outdoor nightclub along the strip, famous…
Budva
It's totally scene-y, but Torch is a fun, over-the-top outdoor party palace that epitomises summertime Mediterranean madness. Pool parties, sun-lounge…
Ulcinj
Part of a summertime strip of neon-lit doof-doof beachside bars, Provocateur is actually a lot more relaxed than it at first appears. It's an ideal spot…
Kotor
This evocative little nook is an ideal place to sample local wines (and perfectly paired meats and cheeses), all to the accompaniment of live music on…
Adriatic Coast
If you don't fancy a cab to Budva, get your dancing-and-drinking shoes on and head to this cavelike club. Local folk-pop is the soundtrack here; you'll…
Petrovac
With a sea-level terrace built into the stone at the south end of the beach, this is a great location for a sunset cocktail. Later on, local rock bands…
Herceg Novi
There's a chilled-out Ibiza vibe to this little bar, with an industrial-chic interior and a mirrorball strung over the stepped lane. On summer nights, DJs…
Tivat
Tivat's party palace, with top DJs, model-type bartenders and a shiny, select crowd of merrymakers shaking their stuff until sun-up. You'll have to scrub…
Ulcinj
Fun courtyard club on the western end of Mala Plaža. As with most Balkan nightclubs, the doorfolk don't look too kindly upon scruffy chic: polish up if…
Herceg Novi
Pull up a seat at the bar or at a table outside and sup on a coffee, cocktail or smoothie while you check your emails. Come nighttime there's sometimes…
Podgorica
The name may remain but the decor's shifted from London to Los Angeles (is that Barbra Streisand on the ceiling?), in this popular late-night cafe-bar.
Kotor
This cluttered, cavernous old-school bar is a top hang-out, where laid-back conversations and rock music take precedence over texting and techno.
Budva
Enjoy coffee, cake or cocktails while soaking in the ambience of the Old Town’s main square. Their homemade ice tea is an absolute must-try.
Adriatic Coast
One of Bar's more alternative bars, with regular live rock bands, '80s music nights (think The Cure, et al) and a friendly, fun-loving crowd.
Durmitor National Park
Living up to its intriguing name (meaning 'Strange Forest'), this cafe-bar somehow manages to be rustic and hip at the same time.
Herceg Novi
This awesomely laid-back little hang-out often hosts live blues and classic-rock acts. Chairs are set out on the stepped lane.
Herceg Novi
Jadran’s smart waterside terrace overlooks the water polo stadium; it's a fine place for competitive beverage quaffing.
