July 21, 2022
Food & Drink,
It’s been a tough week, month and maybe even year. You deserve a drink. Good thing we asked our editors to round up the best bars, cocktail lounges and speakeasies in some of the coolest cities across this great nation.
See also: 19 Of The Best Tasting Menus Across the U.S.
Whether you’re looking for a tiki toast in San Francisco, a beachy beverage in The Hamptons, or a sky-high sip in Los Angeles, this list has something to add to your travel to-do list.
Chicago - Three Dots and a Dash
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435 N Clark Street / Website
Atmosphere: Hip speakeasy vibes with tropical tiki drinks that may or may not be served on fire.
Best For: A fun Friday night with the crew.
The Drink To Order: The signature namesake Three Dots and a Dash with aged martinique rhum agricole, aged guyana rum, lime, orange, falernum and allspice.
Cheers to friends and family and check out some of the other great bars on Chicago’s full list.
Hamptons - The Beach Club at Gurney's Montauk
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290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk / Website
Atmosphere: Darty all day.
Best For: Partying on the beach.
The Drink To Order: Gurney’s Sea Breeze.
Insider Tip: Reserve your daybed or lounge sofa ahead of time.
Visit more great bars from The Hampton’s full list.
Las Vegas - Bar Parasol
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The Wynn, 3131 Las Vegas Blvd S / Website
Atmosphere: This venue is airy, light and a bit like something out of a fairy tale, much like the rest of Wynn Las Vegas.
Must Try: Havana.
Pro Tip: Ask for a flight of caviar with your cocktails to elevate the experience.
Keep stalking the Strip and try more of the bars on Las Vegas’ full list.
Los Angeles - Cara Cara
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1100 S. Broadway 90015 / Website
Atmosphere: Elegant rooftop.
Best For: Downtown drinks.
The Drink To Order: Passionfruit Caipirinha.
Pro Tip: Make a reservation.
Explore more of the City of Angels and toast to friends at one of the other 33 amazing bars on LA’s full list.
Miami - Cafe La Trova
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971 SW 8th Street / Website
Atmosphere: Fun, lively!
Best For: Cocktails, dancing and live music.
The Drink To Order: Mojito Criollo.
Pro Tip: For Miami’s best 80’s bar, head to 80’s 305 Bar, a hidden bar located in the back of Cafe La Trova. It opens at midnight on Friday and Saturday night.
Keep the party alive and try one of the other 26 fantastic bars on Miami’s full list.
NYC - Employees Only
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510 Hudson Street, Manhattan / Website
Atmosphere: Prohibition-style.
Best For: After-work drinks with the girls.
The Drink To Order: Ginger Smash.
Pro Tip: Make a dinner reservation in advance to guarantee a table!
Not in Manhattan? Check out one of the other top-notch bars in the other boroughs on NYC’s full list.
San Francisco - Pagan Idol
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375 Bush Street / Website
Atmosphere: The ultimate tiki bar to visit, with a ship interior-themed front room, and a “shipwrecked” theme in the back, complete with a volcano and ornately beautiful tiki huts.
Best For: A large and fun group outing.
The Drink To Order: One of their extravagant and flavorful large scorpion bowls to share.
Pro Tip: Try to grab one of their coveted secluded huts for a full oasis experience, or simply sit under the stars by the realistic volcano.
The fun doesn’t stop there. Try more of the incredible bars on San Fran’s full list.
Washington, D.C. - Bar Chinois
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455 I Street NW / Website
Atmosphere: A vibrant interior featuring colorful neon signs and a patio for al fresco sips.
Best For: Friday happy hours, Sunday brunches and Michelin-starred cuisine.
The Drink To Order: Chinois Mule
Pro Tip: Happy hour is held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
Keep the good time going at one of the other 32 bars on D.C.’s full list.
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