Puerto Vallarta
Mexico meets Germany at this trendy brats-and-bier haus, where you can order craft brew alongside homemade sausage, burgers or salad (dishes M$95 to M$165…
Must-see nightlife in Central Pacific Coast
Ixtapa
Popular with visitors and locals, this buzzy sports bar is good for catching the game on the big screen while downing an ice-cold Pacífico. There are…
Mazatlán
This gracious gay bar in a beautifully restored building is romantically lit and, overall, more button-down than mesh-muscle shirt. It’s also a popular…
Acapulco
This ain't your typical mezcal joint (unless dancing to loud reggaeton music is a new trend taking over mezcalerías), but it's easy enough to join the…
Zihuatanejo
A friendly neighborhood watering hole specializing in imported and Mexican craft beers. It's a nice spot to chat it up with locals and the fine music…
Manzanillo
This wannabe biker bar on a breezy oceanside terrace really packs 'em in on weekends when locals come to see live rock bands playing spirited covers. You…
Ixtapa
This wildly popular weekend dance venue stages live bands playing northern-style banda (big band) music, the occasional reggaeton act and DJs spinning…
Manzanillo
A good spot for a morning pick-me-up before hitting the beach, this air-conditioned cafe pours Veracruz- and Chiapas-grown coffee along with affordable…
Ixtapa
Christine has the sizzling sound-and-light systems you’d expect from one of the most popular discos in town. Admission varies, but is hefty in peak season…
San Patricio-Melaque
This curious open-air corner bar has done its decor out of driftwood, recycled packing crates and the like; it's well worth a stop for the swing seats and…
Puerto Vallarta
This venerable disco-cantina stages smashing transvestite shows, with the music pumping loud. It's an amiable scene, with plenty of locals and reasonably…
Puerto Vallarta
It’s raining men at this sizzling dance mecca and male-stripper venue; expect lots of skimpy underwear and terrific dancing. Women are unapologetically…
Acapulco
The city's longest-running gay club is mixed but draws a mostly male clientele. There are shows on weekend nights and M$300 gets you all you can drink on…
Ixtapa
One of the better places in town for a strong coffee. If you need something stronger, the original Zihuatanejo location (Altamirano 19) serves cocktails…
Acapulco
Reinas karaoke bar and nightclub is a rough-around-the-edges but popular bar serving a mostly gay clientele on Avenida Costera. Admission is free.
Mazatlán
This colorful club attracts a fun-loving, mostly gay crowd. It's a friendly, inclusive place with nightly live shows featuring go-go dancers.
Puerto Vallarta
This palapa-style beachfront spot is famous for its gargantuan margaritas, free-flowing buckets of beer and perfect sunset views.
San Patricio-Melaque
The choice spot for adult beverages. It's set above the plaza and is an open, airy bar that cranks the music up pretty loud later on.
Acapulco
Ahoy, matey! From a design shaped like the deck of a ship to women in corsair costumes dancing on tables, this over-the-top, pirate-themed pub is one of…
Puerto Vallarta
Party hearty with throngs of young vacationers in this dark den of drink, sports and loud rock music even during the day. This joint has old-school dive…
Acapulco
Yes, it’s cheesy and touristy. But dammit, it’s still lots of fun! Zany antics attract families by day while the party atmosphere brings in college kids…
Central Pacific Coast
With a sort of Texas-meets-Mexico vibe, this bar has plenty of soul and hosts a few local characters. Witticisms and worryingly named drink descriptions…
San Patricio-Melaque
Dine on the terrace and dance to oldies covers at this popular beachfront bar with live music on Friday and Saturday nights.
Manzanillo
Sit in the shady garden out back while sipping on an espresso or cappuccino accompanied with pastries.
