Nightlife

Barra Bar

Description: HOTEL ZONE-NORTH. When the night's agenda calls for music, most locals think of Barra Bar, the piano bar extraordinaire in Plaza Peninsula where on any given night you might hear selections from Barry White, José José, Emmanuel, or maybe Alejandro Sainz, Ricky Martin or Shakira. If you like singing, all you have to do is step up to the mic! The friendly service makes everybody feel like a VIP at Barra memorable, and birthdays are honored here with a bottle of champagne, and every Sunday is two-for-one on all drinks. In fact, every night is a 'special night' ... all it takes is showing up to celebrate.
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Club Maña

Description: SOUTH OF THE RÍO CUALE. Rated by Out Magazine as one of the 60 best in the world, this large, this impressive club trumps the expectations of gay and straight alike. With a very strict entrance and security, the club houses a number of venues around a central courtyard with large swimming pool. An open-air covered stage provides an apt venue for regular drag shows, comedy nights and musical events. A smoke-free disco throbs into the night with outdoor dancing under the stars as well. The club also boasts a dark room and El Barcito, both with separate entrances. Cover charges vary nightly.
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de Santos

Description: HOTEL ZONE-NORTH. Since December of 1999 when the doors first opened at de Santos in downtown Vallarta, this has been the elite club of choice. Any night of the week you might see celebrities on a visit in town, taking vacations or just having a night out in this city. The three founders, the Amutio brothers and drummer Alejandro Gonzalez of the musical group "Mana," created a concept for the young as well as the young in spirit. In their new location, in Peninsula, they continue with the same tradition of gourmet food, the best music and a fabulous dance venue as well as the top of the world Sky Bar. Because, as they say, "Food tastes better with music!"
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El Torito Sports Bar & Grill

Description: This all-around best sports bar has seven satellites and 25 televisions so you can catch your favorite NCAA, NHL, NBA, NFL, MLB, UFC and NASCAR sporting events, PPV or otherwise. Varied menu includes chicken, meat, salads, hamburgers along with beer and giant margaritas. Reservations necessary for special sporting events such as Super Bowl.
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J & B Dancing Club

Description: HOTEL ZONE-NORTH. Locals and visitors into Latin-Caribbean based music flock to this dance club. Check into salsa lessons twice a week (Tues-Thurs) and open dancing afterward to practice that new move. Expect DJs nightly with live bands (Fri-Sat, beginning about midnight with cumbia and salsa. Dress up for J&B.
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La Bodeguita del Medio

Description: DOWNTOWN. This eclectic nightclub with a Cuban soul is always ready to party. Even if you come midday, you can expect good food, mojitos and music. At night is when the dancing begins. While the dance floor is small, the live music and sizzling DJs make it hot every day. Upstairs seating gives you a view of the Malecón and bay, and it's a great spot to watch the nightly fireworks. Especially functional for larger parties.
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La Noche

Description: SOUTH OF THE RÍO CUALE. This intimate martini bar is a great locals' hangout for quiet conversation, checking out who's new in town and just having a good night out. Happy hour daily 7-9pm, regular menu features over 25 special martinis as well as good stiff margaritas. New larger location includes separate mezzanine level for smokers.
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Mandala

Description: DOWNTOWN. The crew at Mandala knows how to throw a party, and that's all the incentive the regular crowd needs to darken the wide doorway each week. Typical specials include two-fers on name brands in the Sky bar (great view!) and open bar on Thursdays. Check out their FB page for an up-to-date calendar. The tunes are always cutting edge, so plan on dancing. And be sure you're dressed to impress - fashion's part of the scene here, as well.
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Punto V

Description: DOWNTOWN. This magnificent night club on the Malecon is a great spot to celebrate a birthday, thanks to the broad selection of tasty items on the menu. By nine o'clock, though, things change gears a bit: The music cranks up and the party begins in earnest! Dancing is big here, and the tunes run the gamut, from disco to rock, Madonna to the Bee Gees. What is really great is that it draws a mixed crowd, and everyone likes to party!
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Senor Frogs

Description: DOWNTOWN. Ubiquitous Senor Frogs reaches out for the entire family with a fun daily menu of specials with American-geared fare such as hamburgers, buffalo wings and loaded potato skins. To tickle your taste for south of the border fare, chips and salsa, nachos and quesadillas are available as well. As with other Senor locations in Mexico's more touristy spots, the philosophy of fun times prevails here, and the staff are determined that you'll leave happy. Dance, sing, eat, drink - whatever it takes!
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