Manila bar guide and night life
Manila comes to life in the evening
One largest and most vibrant cities in the whole of the Philippines, Manila is famed for its colourful nightlife scene. Many of the bars, restaurants and pubs here open before the sun sets, while those who like to party hard will be able to dance until dawn in the biggest and brightest of the nightclubs here. Famous DJs from all over the globe are attracted to Manila to spin their latest tunes on the decks.
Manila’s nightlife scene has something for everyone, and there are plenty of chilled out bars to sit and sip a drink or two, while the city is also known for its naughty side, which focuses around a thriving red light zone. Music is also very much a part of the nightlife scene here, and live music can often be heard in the city’s bars and pubs.
Recommended sports bars in Manila
Velocity: Relax and unwind with friend in this comfortable lounge while watching live sports events. The bar has capacity for 200 people, while facilities include a mini theatre and a stage. The lounge is also famed for their excellent food, while tickets to premier sports events are available for US$22. (Marriot Hotel Manila at 10 Newport Boulevard, Newport City Complex, Pasay, tel: +63 (0)2 988 9999)
Boulvar Sports Bar: Munch on tasty bar snacks and enjoy a few drinks while watching popular sporting events on gigantic plasma TVs. There are special happy hour offers to keep the bank manager happy. (Manila Pavilion Hotel and Casino at United Nations Avenue, Ermita, Manila, tel: +63 (0)526 1212)
Heckle & Jeckle Bar and Restaurant: A hit with those who want to dine on Indian cuisine will watching sports events, the bar boasts billiards, rugby and football game tables as well as plasma TVs and wireless internet. (Villa Building, Jupiter Street, Makati City, tel: +63 (0)2 890 6904)
Insider’s tip: Entertainment venues tend to be dimply lit inside and crowded, especially on weekends. Party people should keep their belongings with them at all times as opportunist thieves often prowl around Manila’s bars and clubs.
Recommended Manila dance clubs
The perfect places to boogie the night away, there are plenty of dance clubs to choose from in Manila. Often opening early in the evening to catch the dinner crowd, these establishments usually serve a wide range of tasty treats while pumping out the latest tunes.
L.O.V.E. Disco Party: Those who like to shake a tail feather on the dance floor will be in for a real treat here, and the hottest tunes are mixed with anthems from the 80s and 90s. (Hotel Intercontinental Makati at Glorietta 3, Jupiter Street, Makati City, tel: +63 (0)2 793 7000)
Off the Grill: Affordable snacks and drinks are served at this friendly bar, which also offers plenty of space to dance to upbeat tunes. (69 Timog Avenue corner Scout Tarillo, Quezon City, tel: +63 (0)2 426 9773)
Quattro: The perfect place to dance to techno and hip hop tunes, this bar attracts those who like to party hard. (96 Timog Avenue, Quezon City, tel: +63 (0)2 928 1692)
Xaymaca: A great place to relax and unwind while stepping to the beat of reggae, soul and calypso tunes. (71 Timog Avenue, Quezon City, tel: +63 (0)2 414 2302)
Recommended Manila comedy clubs
Those who want to exercise their chuckle muscles will find a number of comedy clubs in Manila, especially in the Timog district. While Filipino humour may be a bit of an acquired taste, anyone who loves to laugh should check out the scene, which gets going at around 20:00.
Laffline Comedy Bar: Popular comedy stars take to the stage here to the delight of adoring audiences. (3 Timog Avenue corner Mother Ignacia Street, South Triangle, Quezon City, tel: +63 (0)2 372 2675)
Punchline Comedy Bar: Enjoy dinner and a few laughs at this world-famous establishment, which also offers drinks at the bar. (1399 Quezon Avenue, Quezon City, tel: +63 (0)2 411 0662)
