Must-see nightlife in South Coast

  • Montañita Brewing Company

    Montañita

    At the northern end of the beach, overlooking the sand, the only microbrewery on Ecuador's coast serves up Amazonian IPA, chocolate stout, blackberry,…

  • Las 3 Canastas

    Guayaquil

    A busy daytime spot with street-side tables, bar stools and a large variety of fruit drinks, fruit bowls, granola, and cream-topped fruity desserts.

  • Frutabar

    Guayaquil

    This surfer-themed eating and drinking spot serves up gourmet sandwiches, snacks and tasty tropical fruit juices and cocktails. It's a fun spot for a…

  • Live by Chavela

    Guayaquil

    This stylish Urdesa lounge is the hottest nightspot du jour, drawing a well-dressed dance-loving crowd with deep pockets. Minimum consumption is typically…

  • Frutabar – Urdesa

    Guayaquil

    This Polynesian-themed joint plays surf videos on a screen, has waiters clad in tie-dye and serves up good sandwiches, juices and tropically infused…

  • Puerto Pirata

    Guayaquil

    After summiting Cerro Santa Ana, stop in for a breather at this faux pirate ship below the lighthouse. It has drinks and food, and live music on weekends,…

  • La Paleta

    Guayaquil

    La Paleta is a great little lounge to while away an evening, with cave-like nooks, a hipster crowd and good ambient grooves. Serves beers and high-end…

  • Sir Cafe

    South Coast

    With a classic European-style feel (decorated with upholstered dining chairs, chandeliers, a picture of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a small model of a…

  • Rayuela

    Guayaquil

    This hip spot has a candlelit, lounge-like vibe that's just the right setting for a few drinks with friends. Well-mixed cocktails are on hand, plus there…

  • El Gran Combito

    South Coast

    Budget travelers should head here for breakfast or lunch. This little pink no-frills booth, next to Hotel Ecuatoriano, does fresh fruit smoothies and…

  • La Taberna

    Guayaquil

    Walking up the steps in Las Peñas, take the first lane off to the left (step 37, to be exact!) to reach this lively, bohemian drinking den. It has salsa…

  • Mama T

    Guayaquil

    In this trendy new part of town, half Miami Beach, half Ecuador, the menu focuses on fried things (like pizza in plantain crust) but you'll come here for…

  • Coffee Box

    Guayaquil

    Close to the malecón, this convenient modern cafe offers a proper caffeine fix (one of the few places that actually uses fresh beans), plus cakes and…

  • Lost Beach Club

    Montañita

    Lost Beach Club throws big electronic music parties (house, techno, progressive) opposite the beach. International DJs frequently play on Saturdays.

  • Rollings Sports Bar

    Guayaquil

    An upscale sports bar near the start of the commercial strip on Estrada in Urdesa. Billiards, table football and cover bands on various nights.

  • Diva Nicotina

    Guayaquil

    At the foot of the hill, the atmospheric Diva Nicotina draws a festive young crowd who pack the house when there's live music.

  • Aloha Bar

    South Coast

    This local joint is one of the few drinking spots in town. It has pumping music and a disco ball, dark wooden paneling and a handful of tables – big…

  • Cali Salsoteca

    Guayaquil

    In the heart of the Zona Rosa, this is one of Guayaquil's salsa spots, with mesmerizing dancers and brassy bands.