3 Best Nightlife in Macau, China

MacauSoul

Downtown Fodor's choice

Housed in a bright pink building with pine-green shutters, this lively wine bar is just steps away from the Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral. The two British expats who manage the place have assembled a wine list that includes more than 430 Portuguese varieties, and there's a fine selection of whiskeys available as well. On the food front, look for British cheese plates, charcuterie boards, and many homemade offerings (desserts among them). Live after-dinner music plays on select dates—particularly Fridays, depending on the season. It’s best to call ahead for details.

31A Rua de Sao Paulo, Travessa da Paixao, Macau, n/a Macau, Macau
853-2836–5182
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed.

Bar Cristal

Downtown

An antique French chandelier from the 19th century is the centerpiece of this opulent spot, designed to look like a life-size jewelry box. Order a cocktail or sample one of the many champagnes in stock.

Whisky Bar

Downtown

Depending on the time of day or night, this bar on the 16th floor of the StarWorld Hotel provides either upbeat cabaret entertainment or a cool moment of respite from the clinking casinos all around. Happy hour is daily from 5 to 9, and the Star Band – EVOII starts playing nightly at 10. In addition to a full selection of the usual hard stuff, the bar has 100 whisky varieties, including the ultrarare Macallan 1946.

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