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YALETOWN. A laid-back, rustic ambience pervades this welcoming pub, where seafood is tops and the maritime-themed decor boasts well-loved upholstery and tables crafted from kegs. East Coast flavor reigns in beer, food and music, providing a western outpost for transplants and fans alike. Live bands play Thursday and Saturday evenings, regaling patrons with folk and Celtic tunes. This bit of fun is always free, which makes the food and drinks taste that much better! The place's curious name can be attributed to local liquor laws, which forbade use of the word "tap" in the name. As a result, owners simply shifted the "r" from "grill" to "tap."
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DOWNTOWN. It's elegance personified at this hotel lounge, whose crackling fireplace, plush appointments, and polished wood detailing speak of Old World luxury. Great cocktails are a welcome standard after work as professionals stop in for moneyed socializing and attentive service. Later into the evening, a pianist plays familiar melodies and even takes requests if there's a song you must hear. An ideal place to treat yourself to a measure of the good life.
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Club 686
686 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC · 604-897-8634
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DOWNTOWN. Shimmy into those casually fabulous threads and get ready to dance. One of the new kids on the downtown scene, Club 686 sports a long, glossy bar pushed right up to the dance floor, 3 VIP areas with high definition plasma TVs and a host of hotties shaking their moneymakers and taking to the poles in the upper alcove. DJs make sure the late night crowd just won't quit. For a breather, grab a bench behind the poles or near the floor and drink a sophisticated cocktail.
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Irish Heather
217 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2 · 604-688-9779
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GASTOWN. For a touch of genuine Irish spirit, this gastropub can't be beat. Irish owners provide a note of authenticity, as do the menu and drinks. Guinness is always accessible, along with a selection of other draft and bottled beers, not to mention wines and cocktails. Plus, the Shebeen, a small venue across the courtyard, carries a great number of whiskies, scotches and ryes. Traditional Irish fare peppers the menu, along with creative dishes that capitalize on Vancouver's great culinary bounty.
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Odyssey
1251 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R3 · 604-689-5256
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DOWNTOWN. One of Vancouver's most lively gay clubs, Odyssey runs the gamut of nighttime entertainments. Dancing takes the forefront most nights, but you'll also find female impersonators, go-go boys, strippers, gay bingo and other events. An outdoor patio accommodates folks who need a smoke, and a pool table invites friendly competition. Bartenders mix up mean cocktails, especially martinis, and because all folks are welcome, lines to enter often form on weekends. On the eastern outskirt of Davie Street.
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Railway Club
579 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1Y4 · 604-681-1625
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DOWNTOWN. Subtly lit and with pub-like ambience, this intimate club is a great Vancouver equalizer, welcoming folks of all interests, backgrounds and likes. Comfortably worn after 70 years of service, the Railway Club is one of those places that just feels good when you enter. Early in the evening, it invites socializing; after 8pm, bands take to the stage, and the place gets added character, courtesy of rock and blues music. Great draft beers are an added perk, and although it's a private club, gaining entrance is just a matter of paying a nominal annual price.
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Rossini`s
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1525 Yew St, Vancouver, BC V6J · 604-737-8080
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KITSILANO. Fine wine, comforting Italian home cooking and the smooth tones of a jazz combo can be found nightly at either of Rossini's two locations in Kit's Beach or Gastown. The family owned establishment features a warm welcome from friendly staff and a cozy exposed brick dining room. The menu chock full of favorites like veal parmiggiana, fried calamari and baked canneloni complemented by an extensive wine list featuring Italian varietals. Local musicians fill the schedule, but it is not uncommon to see the likes of Charlie Byrd or The Ray Brown Trio here as well.
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Tantra Lounge
123 Carrie Cates Ct, Lonsdale Quay, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K7 · 604-904-3045
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NORTH SHORE. Fabulous views of Burrard Inlet and Vancouver's distant skyline mesmerize patrons of this appealing nightspot. Once a haven for young clubgoers, Tantra has repositioned itself as a destination for upscale folks. Patrons now drop by for a drink with friends, to show off their best dance moves when DJs spin, or simply to relax on the heated patio and enjoy the night. Appetizers make for good snacking anytime, and dinner entrees placate hungry appetites with everything from steaks to pastas.
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Yale
1300 Granville St, Yale Hotel, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M7 · 604-681-9253
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DOWNTOWN. Located in a late 19th-century hotel, this venerable club has been delighting Vancouver folks for decades now. Rhythm-and-blues soulfully stakes its claim at the place, which offers everything from planned performances to free-form, weekend jam sessions. Folks from the area share the stage with internationally-renowned talents, including folks like John Lee Hooker, Charlie Musslewhite, George Thorogood and Jimmy Page. A full bar offers liquid accompaniments, and seats can get scarce, so come early.
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YALETOWN. Like many Yaletown establishments, this microbrewery occupies a stylish, renovated warehouse. Eight specialty beers come standard, and they include Frank's Nut Brown Ale, Red Brick Bitter, Indian Arm Pale Ale, Harbour Light Lager, and Hill's Special Wheat (a hefeweizen). A light menu features hearty sandwiches, pizzas and a slate of zesty appetizers. A warm, rustic atmosphere prevails, and you'll find pool tables, TVs, rock-and-roll music, an outdoor patio and a floor full of peanut shells, to boot.
About 10Best's recommendations for Vancouver's Best Nightlife:
10Best's editors and local contacts have searched all over Vancouver for the best places to find yourself once the sun goes down and have decided that these businesses represent the best Cocktail Lounges, Dance Clubs, Live Music, and Pubs Vancouver, British Columbia has to offer. Want to relax and unwind in Vancouver? Let us show you the best places in town to do it!
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