La Paz is a city of beautiful contradictions. By day, the sun reflects off the Sea of Cortez, creating a blinding glare against the famous Malecón. By night, the air cools and the city’s pulse shifts from laid-back beach town to a vibrant hub of culinary and cocktail culture. Unlike the resort-heavy chaos of Cabo, La Paz offers a more authentic, relaxed Baja California Sur experience.
The capital city has quietly cultivated one of the most exciting drinking scenes in Mexico. You won’t find massive foam parties or chaotic spring break bars here. Instead, you’ll discover intimate mezcalerías, craft beer taprooms, and rooftop terraces designed for watching the sunset melt into the Pacific horizon.
Whether you are a digital nomad looking for a comfortable spot to work with a coffee-and-cocktail hybrid, or a traveler eager to taste regional Baja wines, the city has a venue for you. The emphasis here is on quality ingredients, regional flavors, and atmosphere. It is a place where the bartender remembers your name and the playlist is always on point.
Exploring the bar scene is also one of the best ways to understand the local culture. You will rub shoulders with marine biologists, fishermen, artists, and expats who have fallen in love with the "Paceño" way of life. The conversations are as rich as the drinks being poured.
This guide focuses on the places that define the current golden age of La Paz nightlife. From historic watering holes that have served generations to modern speakeasies pushing the boundaries of mixology, this list covers the best the city has to offer.
Here is where you should be drinking in La Paz right now.
El Parnazo
| Address | 16 de Septiembre 15, Zona Central, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 129 7272 |
Great bar dwntwn La Paz! Day or night! Friendly staff and patrons! Simón, guey!!! Orale! Cristián rules! The roofdeck is where it's at, for realz!
This places is great, live music, great beer.
I went in on a Tuesday night at the end of October 2023 .
1lt. Draft local beer for 80 pesos.
Woooow i wasnt expecting it, this Hamburgerers are top of the shelf👌👌👌
Awesome place to have yourself some good drinks and have a good time with your buddies. Costumer service is good, and the drinks are very tasty! We enjoy the Micheladas from here. Prices are very accessible, and the atmosphere is great. Came to hang out with my guys and watch some football and they didn't disappoint! Definitely one of my to go spots here in La Paz, to hang out and have some drinks. I also love that they don't super blast the music, so you can actually hear each other when you talk. They do take credit cards, and have a small lot to park in front, but there's plenty of parking around there so if it's full, no biggie. Overrall I recommend this place!
Best place to have good & affordable drinks in La Paz. Great choice of beers and also the Mojitos are big and tasty. Heck, even the snacks (cheese fingers) are better than next doors Frida Cafe. On top of that you have Music Videos playing on some big screens. And it's mostly always full house with interesting audience. What more can you want in a small place like La Paz?
Cerveceria La México
| Address | Paseo Álvaro Obregón entre 16 de septiembre y callejón La Paz, Zona Comercial, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 217 8416 |
During our Holland America cruise stop in La Paz, we took the opportunity to explore a little of this new destination. Not too far from where the bus dropped us off and conveniently situated on our way back, we decided to give this place a try.
Opting for an outdoor table, we were seated in front along the sidewalk, offering pleasant views of the oceanfront. The menu presented enticing options, and we both chose to start with the Cadillac Margarita and shared a Quesadilla.
While the size of the margaritas left us a bit disappointed, as they seemed small and lacked a noticeable kick. On the other hand, the Quesadilla lived up to our expectations, delivering a delicious blend of flavors.
If you enjoy exploring local spots on your own and savoring the essence of a place, this might be a spot worth considering.
I would give less than one star, but that's all that's available. The servers didn't receive me well and when I asked if they could turn on a fan, they just squint their face. And then when I ask what had the drink she again even looked me in the face and said that all the ad was just bottle. Dear. Feel sorry for the owner that someone like that works for them.
Stopped by for a beer (great selection, great price compared to restaurants) but also had some Nachos. The Nachos were amazing! Absolutely recommended
Cocktails way too sweet and with hardly any liquor in them, service very unattentive, although bar was empty and there were about 10 servants just standing there.
Tip is automatically added to the bill although no mention of this anywhere. Would not go there again.
We ordered beers for happy hour, before 5 pm. When we were given the bill it was 5:04 pm, they said happy hour prices no longer apply, though the beers were long gone, and we ordered them long before 5 pm. After speaking with the manager, they reduced the bill to happy hour prices.
If you think La Paz is okay but wish it could be more like Tijuana, then I definitely recommend this place.
Underground Bar
| Address | Callejón Artesanos esquina Ignacio Zaragoza Centro, Zona Comercial, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: Closed |
| Phone | 612 136 0527 |
Cool place, small. Live music 3 nights per week. Strange dark area in Centro
I love it. It's a cozy and relaxed place during the week... but when there's an event, it's a whole different story.
The staff is friendly, and the drinks are good and affordable. Plus, Wednesdays are movie night.
It's the only bar I go to at least once a week.
During my visit, I noticed an unpleasant odor inside and a lack of ventilation or air conditioning, which made the atmosphere uncomfortable. The music was quite loud and made conversation difficult. I also noticed areas that could be improved in terms of cleanliness and maintenance; the space felt neglected. The service was adequate, although it felt impersonal. Overall, my experience was not positive.
A genuine bar with soul. Honest drinks and great music in a relaxed and cool atmosphere. By far the favorite bar in La Paz.
The salsa band was very good, the musicians and atmosphere were excellent, and the prices were fair.
Azotea
| Address | Belisario Domínguez 387, Zona Central, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 221 9125 |
Azotea in La Paz was an experience from beginning to end. 🌅✨
The music, the incredible sunset views, the atmosphere, the design, and of course the food all came together perfectly. There’s something special about sitting above La Paz, watching the sky change colors over the water while enjoying great food and music.
The service was excellent, the vibe was relaxed but upscale, and the entire setting made you want to stay a little longer.
Definitely one of those places I’ll come back to again and again whenever I’m in La Paz.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Highly recommended for sunset, dinner, drinks, and an unforgettable La Paz experience.
Great rooftop bar/restaurant. For beginners, you need to make a reservation and pay a nonrefundable deposit of 500 MEX, which will be credited to your bill later. The space is gorgeous; it feels like something designed by Gaudí. We went during sunset, and it looked incredible, best time to go imo. They gave lots of drinks, even some tasty mocktails (which I tried). The food was tasty, but not very impressive. We shared everything: the beet salad, crab cakes, and octopus were really tasty, while the burrata, creamy rice, and fish were very average. The arroz con leche was super tasty, the cheesecake was meh. Service was awesome, super attentive, and friendly.
Prices are on the higher end for Mexico, so keep that in mind. Overall, it is a great place, super happy this kind of place is popping up in a city like La Paz, I would definitely go back!
This Lived up to the expectation TikTok created for me.
We made reservations for the bar top seating at 6:15 since the sun was expected to set at about 7:15. (bar top seating is sooo much better if you want a private front row seat to the views versus the tables, and you even get the option to lounge in a private little pool!)
Parking:
We drove and were able to find free street parking right at the intersection in the corner.
Food:
Braised short rib and the filet.
Both perfectly done
The ceviche was amazing - pineapple and passion fruit 👌
Would def come back.
Maggie was a great server! We had the pulpo asado pesto with mash potatoes and black olives and cilantro, papada de cerdo, carajillos, arroz con leche de coco and Maggie surprised us with a creme brûlée for my birthday! SO SWEET! Everything was so yummy! We reserved. High table at @5:45 to get the sunset view and it did not disappoint! Would recommend!
Just had drinks. Great spot for the view on the ocean and the city, also the design is the one of a dead whale's squelet and it's interesting. Comfortable and cozy for a date. Better to go after 8 pm to avoid the "sunset fee" charge. If you want to go at sunset, you need to plan and book in advance as well as pay more. We didn't try the food.
UNO BAR
| Address | Paseo Álvaro Obregón 2130-Piso 3, Zona Central, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 139 0642 |
Wednesday night, bar was empty but the ambiance was great. Decor and lighting are spot on. Comfy seating. We were very well received, the server was very thoughtful and explained every drink with detail and passion. Drinks were good, well presented but not super spirit forward. The Madonna was my favorite. Complex and well balanced.
Mario and staff are very attentive. They let us know when the food was coming out even when it was a bit delayed. The atmosphere is very lowkey and warm!
I can’t speak to the food but the drinks were amazing. The vibes were mellow with good music and good company. If I lived nearby this would be my regular spot. Definitely would recommend to people who like craft cocktails
The best smash and truffle fries… ever. And I really had attempted to eat as many noted above, none came close. Friday they have a dj supposedly playing 80s music, if this is true then it’s really 6 out of 5.
The vibe on a Friday night felt much more like a nightclub than a cocktail lounge, which is what I originally expected.
That said, the music created the atmosphere and the couple of drinks I tried were both good.
Worth a visit if you enjoy loud environments and fancy cocktails
Seis Uno Dos - Rooftop
| Address | Paseo Álvaro Obregón 2130, Zona Comercial, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 139 0642 |
We visited this rooftop bar on Saturday, April 11, 2026, with a group of six for dinner. The view is truly stunning, and later in the evening the place transforms into more of a club, with great music and a lively crowd.
Around 10:00 PM, we were informed that our table had been reserved for other guests arriving later—not for dining, but for partying. We were asked to leave our table and move to a small standing table. While this was disappointing, we could somewhat understand it, as the restaurant likely didn’t expect us to stay the entire evening.
However, things got worse shortly after. The hostess returned with four young men and told us—very bluntly—that the standing table was also reserved and that we now had to leave completely.
This was handled in a very unprofessional and inconsiderate way. It’s hard to imagine a worse approach to customer service. Guests who genuinely enjoyed their time and would have happily returned were effectively driven away for good.
Loved this place. Cute rooftop bar, good music, attentive staff. Downstairs also had awesome live tunes. Highly recommend for a tasty beverage with a view. Unsure about the food; we didn't eat here.
Love the music! Loved the view! Love the atmosphere! Even asked if I was chilly, and brought out a heater. We only had dessert and it was good. Brownie was a bit dry. But still worth it. The staff was attentive and courteous. Definitely going back.
We had a great experience here. The rooftop gave beautiful views of the sunset. It was early in the evening and not too busy. Our server Fernanda was friendly and attentive. The Tostada appetizer was an amazing burst of flavors! We’ll probably come back for a full meal tomorrow. Highly recommend!
New favorite spot for sunset. The entrance isn’t easy to find, but it’s worth the hunt. The front of the rooftop closest to the water is reserved for bottle service, but that didn’t keep us from having a great time. Good craft cocktails and tasty appetizers. Recent favorite was the frito pescado. It was so big, we made four tacos from it and skipped our dinner. There’s a killer DJ next to the bar that plays lounge and dance music.
Bar Mundos
| Address | Gral Manuel Márquez de León, Zona Central, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM Friday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 161 3156 |
Another perfect Dusty Door location. Don't be afraid. Walk in. Friendly locals. If you're a gringo, you will be the only one in there. Ample pures. Good prices. My new favorite spot!.
This is a local neighborhood bar with great atmosphere. I go here for the Doble Canale whenever I’m in La Paz.
Friendly neighborhood bar where locals come and tourists who want to mix in are welcome. We had two Coronas and table service for only 80 pesos total.
If you like a Mexican party and noice... this is your place...local bar famous for "double canallas" (clamato, beer of choice and licor of choice) careful you will get drunk... super friendly stuff simply mexican... have a great time.... 4 stars only cause the bass on the boombox gives me a headache
Real proper Mexican place. Friendly people with an edge.
MACA - Sunset Bar / Nightclub
| Address | Paseo Álvaro Obregón, Zona Central, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 136 5846 |
Amazing spot for sunset and a great night out! MACA has the best sunset views in La Paz, super charming staff, and once the sun goes down it turns into a fun nightclub without feeling overcrowded or chaotic. Good music, good drinks, great vibes all around. Highly recommend for a fun night with friends! 🌅🎶
Not much night life in La Paz but Maca bar on Fridays and Saturdays will help you get that night out fix for your La Paz weekend trip
This is the best sunset bar in the city. It's on a second floor and offers the best sunset view you'll find. The atmosphere is great, and the staff is very charming and nice.
It also has a nightclub, but this is not a "toxic" nightclub; it's one where you can have a great and fun time. The nightclub might be a bit overcrowded on weekends, but even with that pressure, the staff manages really well. It looks like both management and staff are trained to perform and make the appropriate decisions for pretty much any situation that can arise among attendees.
The snacks and drinks are also really good. If you're looking for a sunset bar in La Paz, there's no better place than this, and the good nightclub is a definite plus.
A perfect way to end our first evening in La Paz. The second-floor bar has great lighting, comfy seating, and a nice view. Service was good. My happy hour margarita was fine.
Not great, but acceptable, and I suppose I can't complain at Happy Hour prices.
Planned for just drinks but the food was actually pretty great.
Captains Sunset Bar
| Address | Carretera Pichilingue K.M. 2.5, Lomas de Palmira, 23019 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM |
| Phone | 612 149 1399 |
This is a great place for drinks and casual meals. We were in La Paz for the month of November and we enjoyed coming here on Sundays to watch American football. There are several TVs and the bartender will set them up for whatever games the patrons request.
The bar is open to the marina and has a great sunset view. The drinks are good and you can order food from the next door restaurant and they bring it over. I recommend the shrimp bisque. The hamburgers and club sandwiches are great too.
This is such a great place to go for the following reasons: it has a gorgeous open air view of the Palmira Marina and nightly sunset; has a very pleasing pirate-inspired theme that is both casual and fun; it has top flight bartenders; an ever changing variety of live music; and now they’ve added some unique choices of food! (The guy at the bar is also a chef, and he has taken bar food to an whole new level of nosh!). Oh, and I have to mention I dance there every chance I get! In general Captain’s is a great place to hang out with all your friends! I highly recommend you go there!
Get on down there...Thai food par excellence!! Your view is wonderful too. Anyway, we had green curry,, shrimp Tom Yung, oh and Spring rolls and lastly and deliciously Bana Spring Roll with Decadance! Well icecream!
Great place to watch the sunset and have some beers. We did not eat but we enjoyed ourselves. It was a very quiet night when we went. Only 4 stars because of American prices and only 2 small tables on the patio to watch the sunset.
Great wings and cold beer in a beautiful setting, doesn't get any better.
Las Varitas
| Address | Independencia 111, Zona Central, 23006 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 9:00 PM – 4:00 AM Saturday: 9:00 PM – 4:00 AM Sunday: Closed |
| Phone | 612 169 3062 |
Ok, so serious cover. 80pesos. Super boring at 11 on a Saturday. Older ladies for some reason. Lots of security. Music is older tradition which can be fun but just not the happening vibe. Had decent tequila and a very cool stage. Nobody playing on the stage but yeah eventually my friend just starts dancing with the señoras.
Nice rock place
One out of five stars because it says that it’s currently open, but it is not open very upsetting
Must stop! Every time. Just go. It’s incredible
Wasn’t open as advertised
La Paz Lapa
| Address | Paseo Álvaro Obregón 1086, Zona Comercial, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Phone | 961 360 4405 |
This restaurant has happy hour, one of the few we’ve found. Great views of the water and Central Park area. Lots to see all day and night on the malecon. The staff are lovely and pleasant people who are great servers. Food is delicious Ceviche is to live for!
We stopped here after the place we wanted to eat at was closed and I wish we had skipped this place. Maybe it was the time of day but the only thing we had that was good was the guacamole and chips. The fish and shrimp tacos were almost inedible. I took the breading off the shrimp and was able to eat the shrimp but the tortillas were not good at all. I did not eat the fish tacos. My husband, who will eat anything, did not finish either of his tacos.
The pina colada was also not great. That might be more is preference but it did not taste like a real pina colada.
If you go up the rooftop the view is really amazing, plus, during spring break the weather at night is really pleasant.
Shaded first floor terrace overlooking the Malecon. Service is a tad slow, but atmosphere covers that
We had a great experience celebrating my birthday with the karaoke vibe, excellent atmosphere and service definitely a place to visit at La Paz
Elbuen Bar
| Address | Constitución 207, Zona Central, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 133 0923 |
The drinks were decent but I wish they were a little more spirit forward. I’m not sure the recipe they use for New York sours but it was just kind of light and juicy for my liking. But my second drink had fresh grapefruit juice and that made all the difference. The bartender seemed to really care about his job and I love that! The food was decent but took way too long. We drank two drinks waiting (I’m a slow drinker)… but I would still go back to try other drinks.
Best bar in La Paz! Very friendly atmosphere, good music choice, delicious cocktails, that are customised to your wishes and tastes. Food is also very tasty: try pizza (pear & serano & cheese) and olives!
Awesome bar with amazing hosts. Beautifully made drinks by a true mixologist. Delicious recommendations by the owner and bartender.
Pics are of a mezcalita de Jamaica with Chile de Guajillo and a Mezcalita con Curacao y Damiana. A small but comfortable space with style. Go check it out.
I'm not much of a liquor drinker but this might be the best old-fashioned I've ever had! I also had the BEST Moscow Mule (they even make their own ginger beer!) The place is super cool and a great vibe. There's even a dog to pet! It's not the cheapest drink you'll have in La Paz but probably the best!!
It’s a small dive bar with eclectic decorations. Staff all spoke English well. The owner has a cute dog in the venue that comes up to say hi. Pizza was apparently pretty good. Cool cocktails.
Casa Nopal & Tiger Club
| Address | Belisario Domiguez y Constitucion, Zona Comercial, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Phone | 612 120 5793 |
Such a delicious, inventive menu with unique flavors done really well - definitely spend some time in the boutique pre or post dinner. Bonus was a gorgeous sunset and a mariachi band that happened to be playing right across the street. Shoutout to Ivan our waiter who had wonderful welcoming energy and great recommendations 🙂
Loved this place. As you walk in, the restaurant is tucked behind the cutest boutique, which already makes it feel special. The vibe is warm and welcoming, and you can feel the positive energy right away. The service was amazing—shoutout to Rafa and Leon waiting our table, such sweet guys, they made the experience even better. The food was delicious and full of flavor. Definitely a spot that just makes you feel happy to be there. If you find yourself in La Paz can’t miss this place!
We decided to dine at Tiger Club after shopping at their store Casa Nopal earlier that day. We did not regret our decision one bit! The food was amazing, natural wine was tasty, the staff were friendly, and the ambiance was very calm. We were a group of 5 and each ordered a plate from the menu to share. The portions were sufficient for all of us to leave satisfied. We were able to speak with the owner and felt very welcomed. Overall, this place is a hidden gem. I can see why it was recommended by the NY Times!
Just got back from an excellent experience at this little gem. The menu is different from anything else in La Paz and everything we've tried was delicious. What most stood out was the service. Our waiter Ivan was super attentive, gave great recommendations and few members of the staff came to our table to sing for my birthday when they served a piece of the most delicious chocolate pie with burning candles on it. I highly recomment this place.
We throughly enjoyed our dinner at Tiger Club! Our server Ali was super informed and helped us choose our dishes. Everything tasted phenomenal but the stand out for me was the fish curry! I would recommend Tiger Club who enjoys Asian Fusion 💛🧡
The Corner
| Address | Mutualismo 115B, Zona Comercial, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM Friday: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: Closed |
| Phone | 612 157 4818 |
Funny and you can perrear mucho, 100% recomended, nice DJ
It's ok, but feels insecure, just one way in and out...
Great food and drinks
Really good music.
Nice
Los Litros
| Address | 23090 Abasolo, entre Mar Mediterraneo y Ostra, El Conchalito, 23090 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 12:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Phone | 612 306 0111 |
The food and the people are awesome. Make you feel right at home. Thanks!!!!✌🏼
Excellent service, great place, I love their promotions and the drinks are 10/10
The food is delicious 10/10, the service from the waiters is excellent, and the prices are very reasonable...
Great place with an excellent atmosphere, delicious food and great service, ideal for having a good drink and chatting with your friends
The drinks are nothing special, they're expensive, the place doesn't have good music, and the only thing that seems to have changed are the prices, which are now higher.
Tips for Enjoying the Bar Scene in La Paz
Navigating the nightlife in La Paz requires a slightly different approach than other tourist hotspots in Mexico. The city operates on "Baja Time," meaning things often start later and run longer than you might expect. To ensure you have the best possible experience, keep these local insights in mind regarding safety, logistics, and etiquette.
Plan Around the Sunset
The sunset in La Paz is a major event, often applauded by locals on the Malecón. Many of the best bars, particularly those with rooftops or terraces, fill up quickly about an hour before dusk. Arrive early to secure a prime seat. The golden hour here is not just a pretty view; it is the official signal that the evening has begun.
Understand the Tipping Culture
Tipping is essential and deeply appreciated. While 10% is standard in many parts of Mexico, the service in La Paz bars is often exceptional and personal. If you are sitting at a bar and receiving table service or craft cocktails, consider tipping between 15% and 20%. Carrying cash is highly recommended, as some of the smaller, more authentic cantinas may not accept credit cards.
Pace Yourself with the Altitude and Heat
Although La Paz is at sea level, the desert heat can dehydrate you quickly, making the effects of alcohol feel much stronger. Drink plenty of water during the day, and don’t be afraid to ask for a "vaso de agua" alongside your cocktail. Additionally, be mindful of the house mezcals and artisanal liquors; they are often bottled at higher alcohol percentages than commercial brands.
Use Safe Transportation
While the downtown area and the Malecón are incredibly walkable, the heat and the distance between some of the outlying breweries can be taxing. Avoid walking long distances late at night on dark side streets. Instead, use local taxis or ride-sharing apps. If you are driving, be aware that the police strictly enforce drunk driving laws, and checkpoints are common on weekends.
Embrace the Local Palate
Don’t come to La Paz looking for the same drinks you get back home. Challenge yourself to try regional spirits like "Dama Tona" (a local herbal liqueur) or Baja California wines. Many bars pride themselves on using local fruits like pitaya and regional chilies in their mixology. Asking the bartender what they are most proud of is the fastest way to discover a new favorite.
The beauty of the bar scene in La Paz lies in its authenticity. It is not a city trying to impress you with flashing lights and loud music; it is a city inviting you to sit down, relax, and enjoy the moment. The establishments here reflect the geography—fresh, salty, and full of character.
Whether you spend your evening sipping a cold lager while watching the pelicans dive for fish, or you close down a dimly lit mezcal bar with new friends, you will find that the memories made here linger long after the tab is paid. Salud!
