Mahé
As good for a morning coffee as a late-night cocktail, this slice of sophistication could be the coolest place on the island. With wicker sofas on a…
Must-see nightlife in Mauritius, Réunion & Seychelles
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Mauritius
La Gaulette's coolest place to drink, this upstairs lounge bar has a 5pm to 6pm Happy Hour, as well as a long cocktail list. There's often live music on…
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Réunion
A trendy crowd flocks to this popular bar with two entrances (one on Rue Jean Chatel, the other on Ruelle Edouard). Besides featuring a wide choice of…
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Grand Baie
The top pick for a night out on the town, the 'little terrors' has a roaring dance floor, a chilled-out lounge and a special VIP section that overflows…
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Mauritius
Come for a meal, sure, but the main reason to visit is to sample one of Mauritius' best brews. The Flying Dodo, the country's first craft brewery,…
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Flic en Flac
KenziBar, a block or two back from the waterfront, is your best bet for nightlife in Flic en Flac, and one of few places where it's about more than just…
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Grand Baie
Owned until recently by Kabous van der Westhuisen, a South African former rugby player, this lively joint bustles with about as much energy as a sports…
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Flic en Flac
Both lounge bar and nightclub, Shotz is about as glamorous as things get beyond the high walls of the upmarket resorts. Drink early with happy hour before…
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Mahé
The pick of Eden Island's cafes, Chatterbox does excellent coffee and always has a buzz about it – locals come out to the island just for a coffee here…
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Flic en Flac
A sprawling collection of agreeable outdoor tables just across the road from the beach, Twin's has a decent restaurant but we like it more as a lounge bar…
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Mauritius
Hidden behind the walls of Tamarina's exclusive golfing grounds, this classy lodge-like venue, situated at the clubhouse, is a great place for a sundown…
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Réunion
Spiffing setting in a Creole house with a terrace opening onto the seafront – this a great place for quaffing a sunset beverage (cocktails from €9)…
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Réunion
One of the hottest spots in St-Pierre when we dropped by. If you're after salsa, kizomba, séga or some sexy tropical sounds, look no further than Le Five…
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Réunion
Part bar, part restaurant, this 'tropical bistro' is the hang-out of well-connected locals and serves devilishly good tropical potions. Feeling peckish?…
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Réunion
Although it also doubles as a restaurant, it's the bar that we recommend. With its potent cocktails (from €8) served in a tastefully restored Creole house…
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Réunion
L'Etiquette is part restaurant, part bar, but it's the bar section that grabbed our attention (and our euros), not least for its incredibly potent…
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Réunion
This cool den on the seafront hosts gigs from local bands – usually on Wednesday or Thursday. Good blend of jazz, soul and funk. Also has a wide-ranging…
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Victoria
Despite the odd location in a nondescript building near the harbour, Level Three Bar is worth considering for its affordable cocktails (Rs 150) and its…
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Réunion
A funky drinking spot right in the centre. The streetside terrace allows for a dash of people-watching. Food is only so-so (and expensive for what you get…
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Mahé
The pick of the predominantly local nightclubs, this place along the main road in Bel Ombre, close to Beau Vallon, plays local music that'll have you up…
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La Digue
This coffee bar serves some of the island's best espresso. Find it at the jetty, next to the ticket booth for the ferry.
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Réunion
L'Hermitage's top nightspot positively sizzles on a Friday and Saturday night when the dance floors are packed. Tropical, electro and dance music dominate…
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Réunion
The place to hang out, this buzzy bar with outdoor tables has a great selection of beers and spirits. There's also well-priced bar food for lunch and…
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Réunion
Le Zinc is St-Leu's liveliest spot. Come for the good fun, great mix of people, wicked cocktails and great music, with DJs or live bands every evening.
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Mahé
The east coast is home to one of Mahé's most popular nightclubs. Despite outward appearances, it's a fairly hip venue, so dress up rather than down.
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Mauritius
Perennially popular with the expat crowd, Big Willy's is the it spot for DJ-ed dance beats and rugby on TV. It's all good, clean fun.
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Réunion
The Beach Club draws good-looking and well-dressed hordes looking to get down to salsa, Latin rock music and electro (among others).
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Grand Baie
This large, popular spot serves up great cocktails all day long in its open-air setting in the heart of town.
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Réunion
This chic venue has excellent cocktails, good tapas (from €6) and themed nights – check the website.
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Réunion
Kick off the night with a few shots at this atmospheric venue that draws the crowds on weekends.
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Réunion
A pulsating club playing a little bit of this and a little bit of that. Also has karaoke.
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Réunion
Bump your hips with a mature crowd in this dance club famous for its themed nights.
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Mahé
We're not sure why, but beer just tastes better if you drink it at the source. We liked the lager, while the dark beer is an acquired taste – although…
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Grand Baie
In a petrol-station car park, this is one of the best spots for a drink and a chat. There's live music most nights and a generous 4pm to 7pm happy hour to…
