High Tatras
Tumble straight from the cable-car base station into this big, wood-beamed club, diner and cocktail bar. There's an outdoor deck to bask in late-afternoon…
Must-see nightlife in Slovakia
Bratislava
The name suggests a by-the-numbers tourist trap, but this rustic tavern-restaurant is a guilty pleasure among locals, too. Grab a draught beer, or perhaps…
Slovakia
Dating back to at least 1649, this former butcher's shop emanates history from every Renaissance portal and original fireplace. Sluggish service is an…
Slovakia
Gloopily thick hot chocolate, and a counter piled with cookies and cheesecakes, are excellent reasons to idle in vaulted Cafe Gavalier, which is tucked…
Slovakia
Beneath the stone arches of this trim beer hall, hop-heads cradle tasting paddles lovingly. Beers rotate but you can expect a high-quality selection from…
Poprad
Jewel-like chocolates flavoured with chilli, mango and raspberry, and salted caramels are arranged temptingly in the display counters of this extra…
Bratislava
Rifle through some pages while getting your caffeine fix at this charmingly nerdy cafe and secondhand book store. It's an easy-going place with quality…
Košice
A royal haul of Slovak wine is found in this cavernous bar, where old frescoes heighten the storied atmosphere. There's a sheltered terrace area for mild…
Slovakia
Prohibition-era cocktails contribute to the vintage feel at Déjà Vu, which is awash in retro details like big timepieces and stone-effect tiles. This…
Slovakia
An uplifting, split-level cafe serving Žilina's best espresso along with wine and cocktails after sundown. The chocolate brownie goes well with either.
Bratislava
A local favourite for craft beer, this vaulted drinking haunt has an excellent selection of ales and microbrews for its small size.
High Tatras
‘The Wolf’ is a ramshackle, hippie-chic hangout with coffee, snacks and a huge range of teas. Cultural events take place year-round, from talks about…
Slovakia
Art Cafe's bar area overflows into a small outdoor terrace, and there's a snug attic upstairs – just the place to start random conversations, play darts…
Bratislava
Lost your taste for beer after too many hoppy nights? Cork invites appreciation of wine, from Slovak Tokaj to Grüner Veltliner from across the border in…
Košice
There's no better way to toast Košice's centuries of viticulture than with a glass of Tokaj in this bar, made cosy with cushions, candelabra and exposed…
Košice
Part cafe-bar, part nightclub, Jazz Club has something to suit most revellers. An appealing mix of medieval-style arches, steampunk brass and wood decor…
Bratislava
Unapologetically industrial with bare brick, exposed pipes and artfully rusty lamps, the 'Factory' (actually a hotel bar) serves its very own wheat beer,…
Bratislava
A pocket-sized craft-beer den with half a dozen beers on tap and a small library of beery books to peruse.
High Tatras
Behind the train station, this vintage-themed bar caters to a slightly more alternative set than standard local après-hike and ski haunts. Excellent…
Slovakia
A sophisticated little hideaway off of Banská Bystrica's main square, Bobule offers excellent coffee and more than 100 varieties of wine, many of which…
Slovakia
The antique tiled floor and smooth soundtrack beckon passers-by to enjoy a cappuccino in the 'Old School' cafe, also used as a co-working space by many…
Košice
Dance and drink under neon lights and sparkling disco balls at this cocktail bar and club, where the events roam from local DJs to student nights…
Bratislava
Deservedly popular cellar bar with regular live music and DJs as underground as its location: jazz, reggae, electronica, soul.
High Tatras
Starý Smokovec's best coffee is good reason to relax in this colourful cafe. It's even better when accompanied by something from the generous selection of…
Košice
The local connoisseur's choice for wine, whiskey, beer and gourmet food. Dva Dve is a sophisticated venue for pre-clubbing drinks and nibbles; better yet,…
Bratislava
Fostering a community atmosphere, Apollon is Slovakia's oldest gay club. Rough-hewn stone walls and violet lighting create the mood, while DJs, costume…
Košice
Slovak wine and local beer receive equal weighting at this dainty bar with bottle-lined walls and a satisfying range of snack food.
Slovakia
A sidewalk cafe that spills onto Trenčín's main pedestrian drag. Inside, it's a reassuringly familiar, bog-standard pub (tile floors, wooden bar stools,…
Slovakia
A rambunctious drinking hall with an emphasis on Czech beer, Žilinská Kozlovna has cheap brews on tap, good vibes and a decent menu of hot, fresh food to…
Košice
The knock-out espresso wants to be sipped in gulp-and-go Italian fashion, but this cafe – whose vaulted interior bears traces of frescoes past – beckons…
High Tatras
An Austrian-style gateau and coffee stop (cakes €2 to €4) with floral tablecloths and chalet-style cheer.
