San Francisco

Mission Rock Resort

Drink

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

Any hour during which you’re holding a drink is a happy hour.

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Los Angeles

Photo courtesy of Esperanza Cocina de la Playa

Newly arrived in the South Bay, Esperanza Cocina de la Playa takes diners south of the border with a stunning new contemporary space that transforms the former Shark’s Cove sports bar with a sleek, wave-like facade, soft lighting, a striking bar, and lavish lounge seating on the interior.

First Look: The South Bay’s Newest Dining Destination Is a Chic, Baja-Inspired Escape

Phoenix

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Lifestyle

So, you’ve decided it’s time for a change of scenery (endless sunny skies just not doing it for you, huh?).

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New York

Photo by Liz Clayman

With sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline and a prime location atop the Wythe Hotel, the brand new Bar Blondeau is a playful, more casual bar version of the hotel’s hit restaurant, Le Crocodile

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Miami

Photo by Seth Browarnik

Miami’s ever-evolving food scene is tough to keep up with, especially during a year when no one knew if our beloved hospitality industry would even survive.

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Charlotte

Photo by Tim Robison

It took a pandemic for Asheville, North Carolina’s acclaimed chef and pitmaster Elliott Moss to finally open a chicken shack.

Asheville BBQ Star Elliott Moss Fries Up a Winner with Buxton Chicken Palace

Neo's is a Thursday night dancing haven, with awesome tunes and strong libations.

<p>Neo's is a Thursday night dancing haven, with awesome tunes and strong libations.</p>

Chicago

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Serving Chicago's underground since 1979. The Windy City's oldest club! Now operating out of Debonair Social Club in Wicker Park.

Neo Nightclub

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