Bars & Nightlife

From the flamboyant and outrageous to the laid-back and quiet, bars and pubs offer Vancouver residents and visitors alike a wide array of choices. The legal drinking age in Vancouver is 19, yet many up-scale establishments enforce a 21-23 age limit. Nightlife in Vancouver has something to offer everyone, from dance clubs to Irish pubs, live music venues and plenty of theatre and arts. Busy Granville Street on a Saturday night is electrifying, while Gastown and Yaletown have more than their share of hip, trendy spots.

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The Diamond

Located in the trendy district of Gastown, right on Gassy Jack Square, The Diamond is one of the finest cocktail bars in the city, headed by talented mixologists. The primarily Asian fusion menu is packed with great options for a bite to eat to complement your creative …

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L’Abattoir

L’Abattoir boasts not only their famed French cuisine and impressive wine list, they are also one of the best cocktail bars in town. The Federales comes highly recommended, made with mezcal, amaro Bigallet China-China and orange …

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Granville Street Entertainment District

Located in Downtown Vancouver, this entertainment district is the hub of nightlife on the weekends. Within a few blocks, you'll find an array of restaurants, bars, dance clubs, and other nightlife spots, making it easy to have a full night out without ever leaving the area. On the weekends, popular clubs like The Roxy …

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The Narrow Lounge

Located on Main Street, this hidden gem is unmarked and can only be found by looking for the red light. If it's on, the bar is open. To get there, you'll need to walk through a narrow, graffiti-covered hallway. Once inside, you'll find a chic lounge with a plush interior and a menu of …

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Fortune Sound Club

This Chinatown nightclub is powered by a state-of-the-art sound system and features a calendar packed with top Canadian and international DJs playing a diverse range of music including hip-hop, R&B, and techno. The club also hosts live music, themed nights, and artist showcases. The intimate size of the venue makes it a great choice …

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Funky Winker Beans

If you love music and want to be the entertainment for the night, this East Vancouver dive bar is the place to be on a Friday. Featuring karaoke every night of the week, it has an accepting and energetic vibe and is a great spot for metalheads and punk rockers. The cheap beer will …

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The Cascade Room

The Cascade Room on Main Street is a modern twist on the classic UK pub. It's known for its West Coast comfort fare prepared by Executive Chef Tim Evans, expertly crafted cocktails, and extensive beer selection. In addition to B.C. beers on tap, the pub also serves fine cocktails, wine, and upscale pub fare. …

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