Blue Note Café/Wine Bar, Plaza gaston Velasco, Viluyo esq. Linares (1 block from sagarnaga and illampu; at the top of the stairs when you exit Oliver's). Great vibe; it's a fantastic place to chill with friends, have a drink & a bite to eat. The people behind the bar know their stuff (from martinis to wine to local beer), and there's excellent chili, lamb chops and tapas on the menu. Good prices compared with other bars in the area; it's open from the late afternoon onwards.
Oliver's Travels, Calle Murillo (opposite Sol y Luna) is a Northern English owned backpackers bar serving standard English fare at mid-range prices. Under new managment so doesn't have the problem of the (In)Famously obnoxious drunk in charge. Fun party atmosphere,and a warm welcome from Eglish speaking staff. Also has travel Has wi-fi and tv for most sporting events and a book exchange (very good, but expensive). Also has a great tour agency and great happy hour Su-Th. Wednesday Nights are Theme orientated with fancy dress. Available for large bookings and tour groups. Great food, the breakfast is very nice and not too overpriced compared with the other local options.
Sol Y Luna, Calle Murillo, is a Dutch owned & managed traveller's hangout. Good atmosphere, different areas, live music, free wi-fi zone, television, large screen for important football games. Pool table, serve Coca leaf Mojitos, where Coca leaves are substituted for mint leaves.
Irish, on Plaza Avoroa. Food is overpriced but good, and the cocktails are reasonable, though not as good as some from some of the other bars. Mostly frequented by Bolivians and is of course a themed bar.
Traffic, in San Jorge is a bar with a good atmosphere and fairly good music. There is a large dance floor and a comfortable bar. Owner Asher has taken 6 steps back from managing the place after a sting operation codenamed 'superhuey' .
Antique Pub, at Pichincha 662 has recorded rock music, and all sorts of old things including fob watches, photographs, a kid's tricycle and a six shooter to keep you amused. They serve food too.
Pomp Pomp Salty Man, on Loayza and Comerceo. Known for its great clandestine happy sauces. ATM on premises.
Hard Rock Cafe, Calle santa-cruz #399 esq. illampu, ☎ +591 2 211 9318. 10PM-4AM. Open all week long, great parties, all kind of music. The biggest bar in Bolivia serves almost every drink there is. Full of backpackers and locals, great music and atmosphere. �
¨BackStage¨, in La Florida, Calacoto, is a trendy karaoke - lounge with a great ambience and an amazing variety of songs both in Spanish and English. A good option if you visit the Zona Sur.
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