Must-see nightlife in Western USA

  • Nespresso

    Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood & Westwood

    A monument to postmodern coffee, disposable plastic capsules and the overseas-only George Clooney advertising model. You can buy the fancy machines here,…

  • Coyote Ugly

    Las Vegas

    Just like in the movie – well, sort of – this rowdy bar features voluptuous female bartenders dancing on the bar while pouring shots of liquor into the…

  • Carnaval Court

    Las Vegas

    Bartenders juggle fire as they keep Harrah's outdoor bar packed with the kind of party people for whom spring break never ends. Live cover acts like the…

  • Tap

    Las Vegas

    Within swinging distance of MGM Grand casino's race and sports book, this clubhouse plasters the walls with sports memorabilia. Order a round of craft…

  • Mac's Tavern

    Washington Coast

    This rough-and-ready dive bar is where you'll find salty old guys shooting pool, telling stories and drinking cans of cheap domestic beer at two in the…

  • Cabo Wabo Cantina

    Las Vegas

    Started by rock musician Sammy Hagar of Van Halen fame, Cabo Wabo Cantina is a minichain Mexican bar and grill with a killer Strip-view patio. Join the…

  • Pour 24

    Las Vegas

    Upstairs next to the skybridge entrance, Pour 24 looks just like any other standard casino bar. The draw is the long list of American craft beers – like…

  • Lagasse's Stadium

    Las Vegas

    Hidden downstairs, this slick race and sports book features stadium seating and pub grub by TV chef Emeril Lagasse. Show up early on Sunday mornings to…

  • Panama Bar & Cafe

    Sacramento & the Central Valley

    The house specializes in 31 variations of Long Island iced teas (most of which are around $3), so brace yourself. The only way to take in alcohol any…

  • Blondies

    Las Vegas

    This straight-up sports bar pulls in the punters with beer pong, waitstaff in short-skirted cheerleader outfits and all-you-can-drink ($20) happy hours…

  • PBR Rock Bar

    Las Vegas

    It's not the flavorless BBQ plates that you come to this country-and-western themed bar for. It's the spacious Strip-view patio and chance to ride the…

  • Loser's Lounge

    Southern Nevada

    Pictures of General Custer, Robert E Lee and other famous 'losers' decorate the walls at this self-described 'world famous' bar and dance club fixture at…

  • Blend Ultra Lounge

    San Joaquin Valley

    Patrons sip colorful cocktails while bathed in blue neon at this (almost) swanky lounge. When the Giants are on, it takes on the vibe of a (almost) swanky…

  • Pow-Wow Restaurant & Lizard Lounge

    New Mexico

    Though it serves a predictable menu of steaks and Mexican specialties ($6 to $16), the real draw here is the lounge. It's the only place that's open late…

  • Eric’s Bar

    Aspen

    One of three bars in the Su Casa complex, all of which are owned by one savvy fellow. If the crowd gets too tight, head over to the billiard hall or…

  • Eastside Lounge

    Las Vegas

    Velvet chairs and classic cocktails make this lounge somewhat reminiscent of a country club. It's most popular with a mature set, who come for the dueling…

  • Santa Fe Saloon

    Southern Nevada

    Although widely regarded as a ghost town by the outside world and at first glances appearing to be so, Goldfield does have a small resident community who…

  • Stray Dog Pub & Café

    Northern Nevada

    This pub, decked out with old bikes and surfboards, serves a good variety of local Nevadan beer (Great Basin Pale Ale is our favorite; sorry Sierra Nevada…

  • Public House at Luxor

    Las Vegas

    Be wowed by giant-screen TVs while catching NFL games inside this cavernous sports bar, all decked out with a patriotic red, white and blue theme.

  • Gilley's Saloon & Dance Hall

    Las Vegas

    Yee-haw! Come all ye line-dancing cowboys and bikini-clad beauties keen to ride a mechanical bull in front of gawping tourists.

  • Etna Brewery & Taphouse

    West of I-5

    Serving delicious Etna brews on tap, come here for the beer more than the ambience or food (mostly burgers).

  • Haufbrau

    Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

    The pumping Haufbrau is a rowdy college dive hangout, with frequent live music.