Must-see nightlife in Santiago

  • Bocanáriz

    Santiago

    You won't find a better wine list anywhere in Chile than this homey restobar with servers who are trained sommeliers. Try creative wine flights (themed by…

  • Restobar KY

    Santiago

    Taking inspiration from the Barrio Recoleta's Southeast Asian flavor is this stunning cocktail bar. The photographer owner has done wonders with a…

  • Chipe Libre

    Santiago

    Learn about the big sour over pisco – and who made it first – at the only bar in Santiago dedicated to the South American brandy. There are as many piscos…

  • Blondie

    Santiago

    The '80s and '90s still rule at least one floor of Blondie, while the other could have anything from goth rock and techno to Britpop or Chilean indie. A…

  • Cafetin

    Santiago

    Geek out over the latest coffee trends at this stylish cafe where addicts can order their morning fix brewed in everything from a Chemex to an AeroPress…

  • Santo Remedio

    Santiago

    Strictly speaking, this low-lit and spectacularly funky old house is a restaurant, and an aphrodisiacal one at that. But it's the bar action people really…

  • Club La Feria

    Santiago

    Euphoric electronic music, an up-for-it crowd and banging DJs mean this is still the place to go to dance the night away.

  • Xoco Por Ti Chocolate Bar

    Santiago

    Sweet-toothed travelers will reach nirvana at this pint-sized chocolate bar, which has a tempting menu of hot chocolates to melt away any winter woes…

  • Opera Catedral

    Santiago

    Classy Opera Catedral has a menu that goes way beyond bar snacks – anyone for a glass of champagne with violet crème brûlée? A poised crew of…

  • Bar La Virgen

    Santiago

    Cheap Chilean tapas and good-value cocktails are the reasons to grab a table at this rooftop bar in Recoleta, which boasts views of Cerro San Cristóbal …

  • Cerveceria Nacional

    Santiago

    Pitchers of craft beer are not so easily found in Santiago, which is why this no-frills brewpub is such a rare treat. The home-brewed cervezas span the…

  • Café Mosqueto

    Santiago

    This adorable cafe offers a cozy spot on a rainy day, while the sidewalk tables, facing a pedestrian street, provide fantastic people-watching when the…

  • Hotspot Club

    Santiago

    These party-promoters organize some of the best gay events in the city at bars across town several nights each week. Check the Facebook page for details…

  • California Cantina

    Santiago

    A popular stop on the Providencia happy-hour circuit is this spacious California-inspired bar with something for (almost) everyone: a dozen beers on tap,…

  • Flannery's Beer House

    Santiago

    Now in a new location a few blocks away from the original, Flannery's remains popular with gringos and well-toned and well-lubricated locals alike. The…

  • El Clan

    Santiago

    The name's short for 'El Clandestino,' a throwback from this small club's undercover days. Rotating bands and a small crew of resident DJs keep the 20…

  • Realidad Paralela

    Santiago

    Organizes lavish lesbian-specific parties at clubs across town each weekend. Events are often themed, with DJs, live dancers and an alternative crowd…

  • Mamboleta

    Santiago

    With eclectic music that spans the continents and the decades, as well as a pretty decent patio, this is a good spot to begin your noche de carrete pub…

  • Faustina

    Santiago

    Quality coffees and fast wi-fi are the perfect combo to make this Providencia cafe an expat favorite. A mellow vibe permeates the place, from the pillow…

  • Lastarria Café

    Santiago

    Adjacent to a small visual-arts museum on one of Lastarria's quaint cobblestoned passageways, this cheerful courtyard cafe does lovely cappuccinos, loose…

  • Cervecería HBH

    Santiago

    Beer buffs and students rave about this laid-back microbrewery. As well as pouring out icy glass mugs of its own house-brewed stout and lager, HBH offers…

  • El Diablito

    Santiago

    Old photos and vintage household items clutter the already dark walls of this smoky den. After dark, the tiny tables seem to invite you to huddle…

  • Mito Urbano

    Santiago

    At this fun-loving nightclub, disco balls cast lights on the good-looking 20-, 30- and 40-somethings dancing to vintage hits and Chilean pop. Check the…

  • Baires

    Santiago

    Technically it's a 'sushi club,' but the nightlife at Baires is what brings in the crowds. The terrace tables fill up quickly, even on weeknights; there's…