Brasília
Easily Brasília's best coffee experience, this serious java joint has specialty microlot coffees from Minas Gerais and is hopping with locals day or night…
Must-see nightlife in South America
Buenos Aires
Dating back to 1884, this historic coffeehouse's stained-glass awnings, high ceilings and gilded details make it one of the most beautiful cafes in the…
Bariloche
Going strong since 2011, not only is Manush responsible for some of the region's best stout, brown porter, pale ale and kölsch, but it is the only brewpub…
Minas Gerais
This popular corner bar directly opposite the Carmo church serves everything from artisanal beers and cachaça to mixed drinks, coffee, tea and juices. The…
Catamarca & La Rioja
Simple but atmospheric, this bohemian spot is Chilecito’s best cafe, serving fine coffee, cold beer and decent mixed drinks. Expect epic chess battles…
Puerto Natales
Two Australians on vacation tossed in their day jobs to distill whiskey and gin at the end of the world. With bonhomie to spare, their bar caters to…
Rosario
You can smell the malt at this brewpub, where the delicious ales are produced right beneath your feet. It’s a fine place to start exploring this bar-rich…
Trujillo
This popular place south of the center is one of the best pubs in Peru, with a classic themed front room complete with elf decorations and an elegant…
Armenia
Set up like a traditional Antioquian village and with antiques hanging from the ceiling and party lights everywhere, this popular bar draws a mixed crowd…
Santiago
Learn about the big sour over pisco – and who made it first – at the only bar in Santiago dedicated to the South American brandy. There are as many piscos…
Loja
In the El Valle neighborhood, this brewpub is as popular with locals as with Loja expats. The owner is Texan and clearly knows a thing or two about…
Armenia
No connoisseur of caffeine should miss a visit to this temple to the coffee bean, dotted with baby coffee plants and serving highland coffee from the…
Salento
Expert baristas at this cafe serve top-quality espresso, drips and filtered brews from beans roasted and prepared in the owner's factory. It's got a…
São Paulo
Both caffeine junkie and international connoisseur, there are few Brasileiras as crazy about coffee as the adorable Isabela Raposeiras, who runs this part…
Porto Alegre
Army-officer-turned-barista Eurico Albrecht maintains an intimate relationship with his coffee producers; as a result, he churns out what is easily POA's…
Pereira
Music lovers of all ages descend on this diminutive corner bar to drink and sing along to tango, bolero and other classics from the elderly owner's…
Santa Catarina
This truly excellent microbrewery (pints R$12 to R$20) producers pilsners, double IPA, weiss, wit, American pale ale, bock and an imperial stout, among…
Around Medellín
Grab a cup of fantastic locally grown coffee and a pastry, and head out the back to the flower-filled patio right next to the church at this exceptional…
La Paz
Take a dive down the rabbit hole into the warped mind of owner Roberto Cazola at this supremely surreal speakeasy. Prepare yourself for hundreds of creepy…
Bariloche & the Lake District
Overlooking Lago Moreno, this delightful beer hall with hanging lanterns and copper taps is as known for its food – slow-cooked lamb, mammoth sandwiches –…
Cuzco
Billed as the best view in Cuzco, it's all that (even after climbing to the top of San Blas). Don't worry, if you come during peak hours you'll have…
Bucaramanga
Among vintage oil barrels, hanging bicycles and a wisp of street cred, this bar sucks in the indie cool kids and those drawn to them for great music and…
Medellín
It's worth the effort to wait in line for a drink at this popular cafe, which serves the best coffee in Medellín. There is a full range of hot and cold…
Curitiba
At its heart, this is a retro coffeehouse (choose from specialty Bahia and Minas coffees, brewed in a variety of pour-over methods), but there's a great…
Brasília
Clandestino has a very pleasant setting next to a park with typical cerrado vegetation. The balcony seats are a great spot to sip on well-prepared coffee,…
La Paz
Pick one of four Bolivian roasts and then choose your brew method (Chemex, V60, AeroPress or siphon) at this delightfully bohemian coffeehouse with…
Pereira
This bright and inviting cafe decked out with pine furniture prepares the best coffee in town (COP$3000 to COP$6500) using a variety of different methods…
Porto Alegre
This awesomely named bar (a nod to Bukowski) is Cidade Baixa's best. Draft ales (Baldhead, Malvadez, Bardos) and cool cocktails (R$15 to R$28) fuel the…
El Calafate
Long, skinny tables fill with both locals and travelers to quaff what we consider to be the best artisan beer in Patagonia, La Zorra. The smoked porter…
Northern Patagonia
Who could guess that Patagonia's best beer is made by a Frenchman in this tiny boardwalk village? Julian makes a smooth Belgian-style IPA, a nice porter…
Santiago
The '80s and '90s still rule at least one floor of Blondie, while the other could have anything from goth rock and techno to Britpop or Chilean indie. A…
Concepción
A multisensory experience for the mind, body and soul, this labyrinthine space blurs the lines between bar, club, concert venue, art gallery and cultural…
Valparaíso
Music-savvy clubbers in their 20s and 30s love this gay-friendly club: the beer's cheap, there's plenty of room to move and hardly any teenyboppers. There…
Viña Del Mar
Electronic music is the order of the evening at this boomingly popular club, which has two heaving dance floors, a lively terrace and an attached concert…
Minas Gerais
Capistrana Brewpub, on nightlife-happy Beco da Tecla, is the retail outlet for Diamantina's home-grown Capistrana beer, including an excellent pale ale,…
Popayán
One of the best cafes in town, preparing a wide variety of hot and cold beverages using high-quality beans from around the country. There are so many…
Minas Gerais
This bookstore-cafe is a relaxing spot to mingle with Diamantina’s bohemian set. You can browse books (including a few in English), use the free wi-fi and…
Punta Arenas
A fine addition to the city, this neighborhood bar is friendly and bubbling with life. There are memorable craft cocktails and local beer. Try a not-too…
Coastal Patagonia
A favorite of locals, this white house serves cakes, jams and breads that are all homemade and fresh, always (tea adult/child AR$350/200). In business for…
Sur Chico
Sur Chico's best craft-beer destination, El Growler is a collaboration between an Oregonian brewer and his Chilean partner. There are 15 taps, more or…
