Must-see nightlife in São Paulo State

  • Choperia Liberdade

    São Paulo

    For karaoke the old-fashioned way, head to this kitsch classic, which is decked out in Christmas lights, party favors, plug-in paintings and glowing…

  • São Paulo Tap House

    São Paulo

    Although it lacks a bit of soul and character, you cannot deny the 40 taps pumping out Brazil-wide craft chope at this bi-level Vila Madalena bar. If…

  • Baden Baden

    São Paulo State

    Campos do Jordão's own local brew is one of Brazil's most well-known quality (not quite craft) beers. Here they serve four standards on draft and at least…

  • Side

    São Paulo

    In upscale Itaim Bibi, Side is one to simply sit at a great bar and imbibe well-crafted cocktails. The bar itself, half inside the restaurant, half…

  • Bar da Lôca

    São Paulo

    Presided over by Saddam, beloved for his kind attention as well as his myriad gold chains, this simple place attracts a mixed gay-alternative-punk crowd…

  • Cervejaria Caiçara

    Ilhabela

    The island's only craft beer destination features 10 taps out of a 'tap truck,' which you can enjoy on a colorful and sunny patio. Brews include session…

  • Igrejinha

    São Paulo

    A laidback indie bar along Rua da Consolação awash in religious imagery and other creative paraphernalia, and often features DJs.

  • Fran’s Café

    São Paulo

    Fight the local boys for an outdoor table at this cozy and very gay branch of a classic Sampa café.

  • Choperia São Paulo

    São Paulo

    This mainstream craft-beer choice is set on a prime corner near the beginning of trendy Rua dos Pinheiros. Don't expect a lot of knowledge from the staff,…

  • Cervejaria Nacional

    São Paulo

    A more mainstream microbrewery that draws a fun crowd, this is one of Sampa's first and most dependable local craft suds factories; though they don't…