Must-see nightlife in Quito

  • Isveglio

    Quito

    The standard of artisan coffee has been on an upward trajectory in Quito and Isveglio is at the forefront of the movement. Cafe, coffee education center…

  • Bandido Brewing

    Quito

    These guys from Oregon produce their own creative brews such as La Gran Calabaza Imperial Pumpkin Ale (made with cinnamon, cloves and pumpkin spice) and…

  • Traviesas Artesanos del Cafe

    Quito

    Discerning coffee drinkers and aspiring baristas should make their way to this friendly, upscale cafe housed in a cleverly designed industrial-chic space…

  • Bungalow 6

    Quito

    A popular nightspot among foreigners and locals alike, Bungalow 6 often features long lines on weekends and Wednesday ladies' night (gals drink for free…

  • Ochoymedio

    Quito

    This colorful cafe with its flower-filled terrace on a quiet street junction is La Floresta's most buzzing, so it must be doing something right. Attached…

  • Ananké

    Quito

    Well worth the trip out here, Ananké is a stylish and warmly lit bar/pizzeria with small, colorfully decorated rooms spread out over an old two-story…

  • Altar Cervecería

    Quito

    In a hipster haven of polished concrete and blond wood, this new bar has several beers from its own brewery as well as a selection of other local craft…

  • La Oficina

    Quito

    This chilled-out joint has rustic upcycled furniture, dim lighting, creative wall murals and its own San Blas craft beers on tap (the IPA gets rave…

  • Santa Rosa Cerveza Artesanal

    Quito

    Quito's craft beer scene has exploded in recent years, and family-run brewery Santa Rosa produces some of the city's best. This sleek bar with exposed…

  • Q

    Quito

    Fashion types gather for midweek cocktails at this hip bar and restaurant, where the ceiling is decorated to resemble Amazonian vegetation ('Q' stands for…

  • Dirty Sanchez

    Quito

    The cheekily named Dirty Sanchez is a small art-filled lounge with a bohemian vibe. Decent cocktails (and coffee), better music and a laid-back crowd make…

  • Isveglio

    Quito

    This Old Town branch of Isveglio brings sensational, organically-sourced Ecuadorian coffee to the Centro Histórico.

  • La Reserva

    Quito

    Some 30 of Ecuador's top microbrews are served at La Reserva, backed up by a range of sharing platters ($6 to $9)

  • Azuca Beach

    Quito

    Everyone from students to professionals heads to this buzzing place looking down over Plaza Foch. Tropical cocktails (try the fruit-flavored mojitos and…

  • Cafe Democrático

    Quito

    At the Centro de Arte Contemporáneo, red-walled Cafe Democrático is an artsy hangout serving craft beer, cocktails, coffee and a menu of sandwiches and…

  • Finn McCool’s

    Quito

    Proudly flying the green, white and gold, this Irish-owned bar attracts a mix of locals and foreigners who come for games of pool, table football, pub…

  • La Bodeguita de Cuba

    Quito

    With its warmly lit interior, graffiti-covered walls and outdoor seating, this is a great place for cocktails, Cuban food and fun. Live bands perform here…

  • Cherusker

    Quito

    In a red two-story colonial house, Cherusker has earned a loyal following for its tasty artisanal microbrews, warm bohemian ambience and buzzing front…

  • Selfie Club Disco

    Quito

    It's mostly locals bumping and grinding at this open, somewhat industrial space, with video art playing on a large screen above the dance floor. DJs spin…

  • Jugos de la Sucre

    Quito

    For a freshly squeezed serving of vitamins, this juice place is hard to beat. Try tomate de arbol (tamarillo), maracuya (passion fruit) or guanábana …

  • Tercer Milenio

    Quito

    Quito's biggest gay party attracts a mixed crowd of locals and foreigners. DJs spin the tunes and keep the dance floor packed late into the night.

  • Kika

    Quito

    At the northern end of Parque La Carolina, Kika is a haven for the hip. The disco gets going after midnight with pumping Latin pop tunes.

  • Turtle’s Head

    Quito

    Scottish-owned pub serving decent craft beer and pub grub. There's also table football, a pool table and occasional bands.

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