Mahé
As good for a morning coffee as a late-night cocktail, this slice of sophistication could be the coolest place on the island. With wicker sofas on a…
Must-see nightlife in Mauritius, Réunion & Seychelles
Mauritius
La Gaulette's coolest place to drink, this upstairs lounge bar has a 5pm to 6pm Happy Hour, as well as a long cocktail list. There's often live music on…
Réunion
A trendy crowd flocks to this popular bar with two entrances (one on Rue Jean Chatel, the other on Ruelle Edouard). Besides featuring a wide choice of…
Grand Baie
The top pick for a night out on the town, the 'little terrors' has a roaring dance floor, a chilled-out lounge and a special VIP section that overflows…
Mauritius
Come for a meal, sure, but the main reason to visit is to sample one of Mauritius' best brews. The Flying Dodo, the country's first craft brewery,…
Flic en Flac
KenziBar, a block or two back from the waterfront, is your best bet for nightlife in Flic en Flac, and one of few places where it's about more than just…
Praslin
Upstairs from Cafe des Arts, this supercool beach-side spot is Praslin's (and perhaps even the Seychelles') trendiest bar. The resident DJ runs things on…
Grand Baie
Owned until recently by Kabous van der Westhuisen, a South African former rugby player, this lively joint bustles with about as much energy as a sports…
Flic en Flac
Both lounge bar and nightclub, Shotz is about as glamorous as things get beyond the high walls of the upmarket resorts. Drink early with happy hour before…
Mahé
The pick of Eden Island's cafes, Chatterbox does excellent coffee and always has a buzz about it – locals come out to the island just for a coffee here…
Flic en Flac
A sprawling collection of agreeable outdoor tables just across the road from the beach, Twin's has a decent restaurant but we like it more as a lounge bar…
Mauritius
Hidden behind the walls of Tamarina's exclusive golfing grounds, this classy lodge-like venue, situated at the clubhouse, is a great place for a sundown…
Réunion
Spiffing setting in a Creole house with a terrace opening onto the seafront – this a great place for quaffing a sunset beverage (cocktails from €9)…
Réunion
One of the hottest spots in St-Pierre when we dropped by. If you're after salsa, kizomba, séga or some sexy tropical sounds, look no further than Le Five…
Réunion
Part bar, part restaurant, this 'tropical bistro' is the hang-out of well-connected locals and serves devilishly good tropical potions. Feeling peckish?…
Réunion
Although it also doubles as a restaurant, it's the bar that we recommend. With its potent cocktails (from €8) served in a tastefully restored Creole house…
Réunion
L'Etiquette is part restaurant, part bar, but it's the bar section that grabbed our attention (and our euros), not least for its incredibly potent…
Réunion
This cool den on the seafront hosts gigs from local bands – usually on Wednesday or Thursday. Good blend of jazz, soul and funk. Also has a wide-ranging…
Victoria
Despite the odd location in a nondescript building near the harbour, Level Three Bar is worth considering for its affordable cocktails (Rs 150) and its…
Réunion
A funky drinking spot right in the centre. The streetside terrace allows for a dash of people-watching. Food is only so-so (and expensive for what you get…
Mahé
The pick of the predominantly local nightclubs, this place along the main road in Bel Ombre, close to Beau Vallon, plays local music that'll have you up…
La Digue
This coffee bar serves some of the island's best espresso. Find it at the jetty, next to the ticket booth for the ferry.
Réunion
L'Hermitage's top nightspot positively sizzles on a Friday and Saturday night when the dance floors are packed. Tropical, electro and dance music dominate…
Réunion
The place to hang out, this buzzy bar with outdoor tables has a great selection of beers and spirits. There's also well-priced bar food for lunch and…
Réunion
Le Zinc is St-Leu's liveliest spot. Come for the good fun, great mix of people, wicked cocktails and great music, with DJs or live bands every evening.
Mahé
The east coast is home to one of Mahé's most popular nightclubs. Despite outward appearances, it's a fairly hip venue, so dress up rather than down.
Mauritius
Perennially popular with the expat crowd, Big Willy's is the it spot for DJ-ed dance beats and rugby on TV. It's all good, clean fun.
Réunion
The Beach Club draws good-looking and well-dressed hordes looking to get down to salsa, Latin rock music and electro (among others).
Grand Baie
This large, popular spot serves up great cocktails all day long in its open-air setting in the heart of town.
Réunion
This chic venue has excellent cocktails, good tapas (from €6) and themed nights – check the website.
Réunion
Kick off the night with a few shots at this atmospheric venue that draws the crowds on weekends.
Réunion
A pulsating club playing a little bit of this and a little bit of that. Also has karaoke.
Réunion
Bump your hips with a mature crowd in this dance club famous for its themed nights.
Mahé
We're not sure why, but beer just tastes better if you drink it at the source. We liked the lager, while the dark beer is an acquired taste – although…
Grand Baie
In a petrol-station car park, this is one of the best spots for a drink and a chat. There's live music most nights and a generous 4pm to 7pm happy hour to…
