Chiang Rai
Have a cup of coffee brewed from local beans while gazing at Chiang Rai’s gilded clock tower.
Must-see nightlife in Southeast Asia
Ninh Binh
For drinking bia hoi (draught beer), try the riverside places near the local brewery.
Chau Doc
A stylish place for a tipple. Take your drink outside for a sundowner overlooking the river.
Phnom Penh
The smallest of the many small Bassac Lane bars, this is an intimate spot for a drink.
Yangon
This long-running, classy lounge-cafe has the atmosphere of an upmarket-hotel lobby.
Kanchanaburi
With whimsical art on the walls and outdoor tables under shady trees, this is the kind of place trendy Thais come to snap selfies while sipping smoothies…
Jalan Jaksa Area
One of the few spots in the area to grab a cold beer after hours is this worn 24-hour diner decked out in retro 1930s decor. Enjoy a drink on its outdoor…
Vientiane
There are a few clubs on the road to the airport and the best known of the bunch is the heavy-duty techno club @Home, located about 2km from the city…
Medan
Street-facing but part of the Centre Point Medan complex, Healy Mac's is a typically convivial Irish bar with Guinness on tap, big servings of Western…
Makassar
Built on stilts over the sea, this is the best-located bar in town, but rarely gets crowded. Walk right through Hotel Pantai Gapura to discover draft…
Don Det & Don Khon
Staff are upfront about their special 'secret' ingredients, so if that's your kind of scene then this is your kind of place. Has a full menu of Lao and…
Makassar
Climb the stairs to the upper floors where you will be rewarded with a rowdy crowd downing beers and comfort grub (the spicy chicken wings are famous). It…
Ko Lanta
This popular beach bar has relocated from the beach to a busy road. At night, with cool tunes, mood lighting, driftwood, shells and found objects…
George Town
This is the longest-standing party option on the cheesy strip of pubs and clubs along Upper Jln Penang. This club offers live music, lots of drinking and…
Koh Kong City
The US$1 beers and pool table at this sociable hostel pub occasionally draw a crowd, though don't waste your time coming out here in low season. There's a…
Ho Chi Minh City
Welcome to a raucous mash-up of beer bar, American diner and nightclub. When the beats kick off around 10pm, you certainly won't mistake a visit to…
Bandung
Locally known as the 'naughty bar'. The beer flows late at this pub-style expat and bar-girl hangout. It's actually not that sleazy, and there’s a popular…
Ubon Ratchathani
A little oasis of cool on a hot day, with iced coffee, chocolate cake and smoothies on hand. It's in the heart of the old town; look for the sign in…
Khon Kaen
The exuberant anchor of the less salubrious side of Khon Kaen's nightlife, this is a multifaceted place with live music, DJs, karaoke, a wine bar and …
Ko Samui
Sitting in the heart of the Chaweng action, there is always live music at the back of this overblown branch of Hard Rock Cafe, which is rarely full and so…
Quy Nhon
This was a Quy Nhon institution for years, but times have changed. The Western food is forgettable but it's still an option for an evening beer (15,000d),…
Ho Chi Minh City
An unexpected find in the backstreets of HCMC, this Czech restaurant brews up fresh pilsner and dark beer daily. The entrance is down a lane off Ɖ Nguyen…
Pulau Langkawi
Located at the Langkawi Yacht Club Hotel, this is a friendly, unpretentious place that functions equally well as a bar or restaurant (mains RM26 to RM48).
George Town
This place starts rocking out early with cheesy '80s hits and a Chinese clientele noshing bangers and mash and swilling pints with a handful of expats.
Danang
Danang's go-to spot for live music and draught beer, and a good place to meet younger residents with a decent grasp of English.
Ho Chi Minh City
One of the PNL originals, this French-run bar has looooong hours and occasionally hosts live bands.
Savannakhet
Located about 200m north of the old stadium, Chill is a pretty standard Lao karaoke joint.
