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Beverage Director: Find the Best Bars to Drink at in Your City

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Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

Washington, DC is a city with many sides.

Where to Grab a Drink in DC Right Now

Boston

Though daylight hours are dwindling and the thermometer is sinking lower with each passing week, Bay State residents can find some much-needed solace this season across Boston’s top watering holes, each one perfectly positioned for shielding guests from the howling wind.

Where to Grab a Drink in Boston Right Now

New York

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Lifestyle

The documentary Meet Me in the Bathroom, based on the oral history of the same name by Lizzy Goodman about the late '90s/early '00s indie music scene in New York City, begins with audio of Karen O of Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Julian Casablancas of The Strokes talking about Dirty Dancing.

The Essential NYC Venues of the Early 'Meet Me in the Bathroom' Era

Los Angeles

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In the scheme of things, videogames have not been around very long—relative to games like, say, Mancala or Cuju, they are a recent phenomenon.

The 10 Best Barcades for Gaming and Drinking in LA

Dallas

In a city where it’s not uncommon to get bottle service at a club and spend $300 for a liter of vodka, it’s so refreshing to walk into a bar where your feet stick to the carpet just a little.

The 15 Best Dive Bars in Dallas

San Diego

Rich's San Diego

Home to one of the largest Pride celebrations in the country, the San Diego neighborhood of Hillcrest is where much of the city’s queer community is centered.

The 14 Best LGBTQ Bars in San Diego

Atlanta

Out Loud

Thrillist's Out Loud passes the mic to experts in the LGBTQIA+ community who offer travel guides to some of America's most queer-friendly cities, local culture, and the best nightlife to inspire a new adventure.

Out Loud | Most Queer-Friendly Cities in the US

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Atlanta is one of America’s most underrated LGBTQIA+ capitals, and that’s largely due to its diverse groups of passionate activists, talented queer artists, and, of course, legendary bars and clubs.

The Best LGBTQIA+ Nightlife Spots in Atlanta

Pride

Join us in our celebration of the queer community and learn how to support those near you this month.

Thrillist Pride Month: How to Celebrate Pride Month This Year in Your City

NYC queers aren’t limited to just a few options when planning a night out.

The 25 Best LGBTQIA+ Bars in NYC

Las Vegas

Spiegelworld

In Las Vegas, we celebrate Pride in October (officially LGBT History Month).

The Best Spots for LGBTQ Nightlife in Las Vegas

Ray’s

Events

Lower East Side dive bar hotspot, Ray’s, is hosting their first pop-up concept this weekend in Austin during the South by Southwest film festival.

Justin Theroux’s LES Dive Bar Ray’s Teams Up with Bad Larry Burger Club for SXSW Pop-Up

Philadelphia

In a city as historic as Philadelphia, you can bet the vast majority of Irish pubs around town are carrying their own storied histories as well.

The Best Irish Pubs and Bars in Philadelphia for St. Patrick's Day

When March 17 rolls around, everyone’s Irish… or at least celebrating like they are.

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Where to Grab a Drink in DC Right Now

Cozy beer bars, opulent cocktail lounges, and more places to unwind.

Where to Grab a Drink in Boston Right Now

Trendy wine spots, swanky cocktail bars, and other places to unwind.

The Essential NYC Venues of the Early 'Meet Me in the Bathroom' Era

Lizzy Goodman, author of the '00s indie rock oral history 'Meet Me in the Bathroom,' explains what must-know clubs launched the storied New York scene.

The 10 Best Barcades for Gaming and Drinking in LA

Combine your love for retro arcade games, pinball, and great drinks at these video game-focused bars.

The 15 Best Dive Bars in Dallas

From Pho-fueled Lakewood taverns to strip mall gems.

The 14 Best LGBTQ Bars in San Diego

From dive bars and nightclubs to the world’s first gay craft brewery.

The Best LGBTQIA+ Nightlife Spots in Atlanta

These are the best bars, clubs, and recurring events for celebrating queer life in Atlanta.

The 25 Best LGBTQIA+ Bars in NYC

From tried and true favorites to up-and-coming hot spots, there's an inclusive option for all.

The Best Spots for LGBTQ Nightlife in Las Vegas

Head to the Strip and the Fruit Loop district for queer day parties, bottomless drag brunches, and more.

Justin Theroux’s LES Dive Bar Ray’s Teams Up with Bad Larry Burger Club for SXSW Pop-Up

This weekend only, in Austin!

The Best Irish Pubs and Bars in Philadelphia for St. Patrick's Day

With classic dishes, pints of Guinness, and live music, these are the top Irish pubs in Philadelphia.

13 of the Best Irish Bars and Pubs in Washington, DC

With classic Irish fare, pints of Guinness, and live music, these are the best places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in DC.