Fun and entertainment Spain

Opened about fifteen years ago by two partners, Fernando and Miguel, La Bodega is both a bar-lounge and a tapas restaurant, all with an extravagant and neat decoration. The tapas are excellent (the great Spanish classics - the pulpo a la gallega is very good - as well as more international proposals), but one will come to this bodega especially to offer a cocktail in a rather glamorous atmosphere. There are a few tables outside, but the interior decoration of the bar is worth a visit

Since its opening in 2008, it has been the Mecca of the Grenadian nightlife, with the right amount of parties and theme days. Before hosting this Aliatar, the place had hosted a theater and then an art cinema and a certain controversy has therefore accompanied the opening of this new theater, now accepted. You will enjoy a large room, with a very nice decoration, using the styles of the 50s, 70s but also current. Clientele of all ages but rather distinguished... One puts oneself on its 31.

The atmosphere here is bohemian and multi-ethnic, sometimes some games games, small concerts and impros come to animate the evenings. This cafe-bar even has small rooms for rent…

This secret garden is hidden inside the luxurious and sophisticated Hotel Alma. The bar presents an elegant space designed to allow guests to spend a relaxing moment in an intimate atmosphere. A true green setting in the heart of the city, you will appreciate the calmness offered by nature. The fresh products enhance the flavor of the Catalan dishes that accompany their wines and cocktails. Enjoy the eggplant and mushroom croquetas or an Alma croque-monsieur with vermouth, or simply drink a coffee with the pie of the day.

Very good atmosphere in this concert hall in Ensanche born in 2001, which mainly programs rock, pop, folk, country and indie music bands. It is an emblematic hall of the musical circuit of Bilbao, which welcomes an eclectic but faithful clientele, with its friendly service, correct prices and good music. Music lovers will not fail to admire the collection of guitars signed by music legends, displayed in one of the showcases of the premises. After the concerts, a DJ provides entertainment until the early hours of the morning.

A little effort, and the Trailer can celebrate its 30 years of existence, making it one of the oldest gay clubs in Spain! The friendly atmosphere is ideal for meetings. Especially when the foam evenings are scheduled, on Wednesday evening in general. Or on Thursday in the evenings "After Dark" where the whole disco turns into gigantic darkroom.

The most popular coffee in one of the city's most popular streets, in other words, you need to go to see and be seen. Great choice of coffee and snack (panninis, pizza…).

Small bar très écoré, avecd e rgands mirrors and music videos. At the choice, the dance track or darkroom on the bottom… The clientele is very mixed, rather young and we feel very well. There is a lot of attendance over the weekend. 

Drag-quuen shows, not necessarily of an exquisite taste, but please the majority German clientele.

A little more chic and connected than many establishments in Du, La Her has recently existed. Many shows, some "agency" and lots of music house for a pretty young clientele. The location is spacious and comfortable.

Stylish and trendy lounge bar where you can speak French (the direction is Belgian). Large comfortable terrace. Free Wi-Fi.

After the closure of Jackie's, the place of the lesbian nights in Playa del Ingles, it was Richard and Ian who took over the bar to baptize it. Lesbians are always welcome, but gay customers are now pouring. 

Still a large terrace of Yumbo and comfortable wicker armchairs for this cafe-bar with Italian management. Its strategic position and well in view make it an ideal place to seeing crowds and, in fact, everyone comes to Gio. Straight welcomes lesbian, gay guests, couples, families. Free Wi-fi.

The reference discotheque for girls but where boys are welcome. Hip-hop atmosphere and house music. Relatively young clientele. Many light games.

Two levels, two bars, a small dance trail that fills itself especially on weekends, a darkroom, for a male clientele, mainly bear. All ages are represented.

The hot door door, for a cocktail at the beginning of the evening and prepare for the evening before going to other bars on the street. 

Not a gay really but very appreciated by gay and lesbian people in the neighborhood, this coffee is a good point of drop for a chat between friends, read the newspapers available, get into a part of bilalrd. Wooden chairs, large mirrors on the walls… we feel good. 

A café where you can relax and even unwind in comfortable armchairs, while filming the works of painters and photographers attached to the walls, since the establishment makes a beautiful part of the exhibition. A cosy atmosphere, both design and traditional. An excellent address for who arrives in Chueca before embarking on the Grand Dukes… Many people are in press, gay, lesbian, hetero, and tourists…

The door-to-door of Mediterraneo, this blue bar, like its name, indiqueaccueille a middle-aged clientele that permanently rolls through the large, placés mirrors. Video screens broadcast X movies, except when the great song Eurovison contest, which is a high priority, is programmed.

Live concerts every weekend and Argentinean tango courses during the week. There is a small restaurant with typical Spanish dishes.

You will be keen to pronounce "tinetine", even if there is no mistake, it is indeed the reporter to the Petit Vingtième, two fingers away from taking off towards the moon, as shown by the logo of the café. This is the place where it is never cold at La Laguna, with a warm atmosphere and a great sound. There are two areas available, one open and one closed, to enjoy an excellent cocktail menu with constantly renewed creativity or to attend one of the many concerts held there. Indispensable when you're in town.

Feel free to invite your friends or family to enjoy a delicious Mediterranean meal or classic tapas at this bodega. You will find a selection of vermouths and bulk wines to enjoy on the spot or to take away. The specialties are fish and seafood, which you will appreciate the freshness. This old wine cellar, with its brick ceiling and wood-panelled walls, offers a warm atmosphere in which you can enjoy a few tapas of cod, octopus tartar or an exquisite paella.

The Bagdad, an adult entertainment club, is recognized as one of the most important in Europe. With more than 45 years of history, it attracts celebrities from here and abroad. More than one porn star has made his debut here! The offer of the establishment is varied: strip-tease, dinner with erotic show, live pornographic show, webcam, etc. Many bachelor parties are held here, and the groom can participate in the entertainment. It is also possible to rent a private room or the restaurant.

At Copitas, you won't feel out of place! This bistro, located a stone's throw from the Sagrada Família, offers a selection of French products, such as cheese, wines and charcuterie. But, you will also taste some of the treasures of Spanish gastronomy. After choosing from the beautiful selection of wines, you will be able to share a cheese platter or foie gras, in a very friendly atmosphere. On Thursday evenings, come and enjoy delicious tapas or participate in the oyster tasting, organized once a month.

A two-minute walk from Paseo del Espolón, this café opens onto a large terrace and is bustling with people from the early morning. The reason? Its inexpensive breakfasts, consisting of coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice and a pastry or sandwich. Nothing extraordinary a priori, but the speed of service, the good products on offer and the effervescent atmosphere of the place have won over many of the faithful. It is therefore an excellent address for those looking for a place to have breakfast in Logroño. Simple and efficient!

The CatsMusics Jazz Club is a small, discreetly illuminated storefront in the village of Santa Maria del Camí (ten minutes' drive from Binissalem), open from early evening until midnight and where, you guessed it, jazz is king. Two interlocking rooms, richly decorated with instruments and old amplifiers, are the setting for concerts and jams of fairly high quality live music. The program changes from day to day, but the good mood is always there! A quality night-time address.

Perfect for enjoying delicious tapas from the sea with your family! This dynamic and modern establishment invites you to relax in a Mediterranean setting that mixes white, blue and orange tones. To the rhythm of Andalusian music, you will enjoy dishes to share. Depending on the season, we recommend smoked sardines with tomato chutney, dried octopus from Almeria, marinated mussels, all accompanied by a glass of white wine. Gourmets will appreciate the chocolate coulant with their black coffee!

Its position, at the entrance to the passeig marítim, and its structure, surrounded by terraces, make it the ideal vantage point for enjoying the beach, the seafront promenade and the mountains in the distance. And, of course, the sunsets, protected from the wind by surrounding glass. On the drinks front, you'll find everything you need, including regional wines and a fine menu of cocktails, vermouth and gin and tonics - a must for summer evenings. And what's more, you'll have the chance to learn how to say "s'il vous plaît" in Catalan: si us plau.

In addition to a program of shows (dance, theater, music...), exhibitions and workshops, during the academic year, in summer it offers a relevant cycle of free open-air auteur films. From June to September inclusive, other cinemas de verano (summer cinemas) spring up all over Seville. Sessions generally take place at 8:30 or 10:15 pm: ask in the Giraldillo or simply take a look at the posters in the streets.

Far from the tourist shows that can be found in the city center, this Taberna marinera receives in an atmosphere closer to the pirates than to the privateers. When you enter, you will have the pleasure of discovering a typical trianero space, where you can watch and listen to rumbas and Sevillanas, while having a drink with friends. Decorated with azulejos, the room does not fail to recall that the flamenco singing is also honored, on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. We appreciate the authenticity of the place and the intimacy that it provides.

Created in December 1984, it bears the name of a local boy who became famous, Francisco Díaz García, Curro de Utrera for his artist name, considered to be the star of the fandango. For food and drink, a large space whose walls are full of souvenir photos, but also a space to host concerts which take place all year round and of course particularly at the time of the Festival del Flamenco del Mostachón, usually on the first Saturday in November. Numerous exchanges with other peñas help to keep the flame of flamenco alive and ensure that the younger generation continues to perform.

This is a great classic of the neighborhood that you should not hesitate to try. In the small calle reina, at the back of the famous Museo Chicote (legend has it that the two bars were once linked by a chimney), this cocktail bar is worth a look for its old-fashioned English club-like decor and the quality of its cocktail menu. Almost nothing has changed since the opening of the Cock bar in 1921 and the chic and select atmosphere is very popular (mainly among 40-50 year olds) for a good start to the Madrid night.

Located in the famous Plaza del Dos de Mayo, Pepe Botella is one of the most famous cafés in the Malasaña district. Its benches and old photos hanging on the wall give it class and a unique intimate side, which is the reason for its success for several decades. The back of the room looks like a backroom with its red velvet decoration and is perfect for coming to work on your computer during the day while sipping a coffee or remaking the world in a cosy atmosphere where Madrilenians and tourists mix at aperitif time.

Here is a new show on the flamenco scene, but it is not unknown, as it is the show of the prestigious Foundation Cristina Heeren, which has more than 20 years of existence and is considered the best center in the world. Located in Triana, this theater shows prestigious artists of different generations, in a theater inspired by the style of the Ibero-American Exhibition of 1929 and can accommodate up to 130 people. A place that we can only recommend because of the high quality of the singing, dancing and guitar playing.

The ideal place for a good meal that will end with a delicious cocktail! Elegant in appearance, you will spend a quiet moment, comfortably installed on the terrace or inside. Perfect for an evening with friends or a simple and romantic dinner. With a short but appetizing menu, you can enjoy chickpeas with shrimp, real French fries, just the way we like them, or a sauté of asparagus prepared by Nati. And if you go to the bar, let Ginés surprise you with his cocktails or let him recommend one of the wines on the menu.

A little off the beaten tourist track, The Shaker is a hidden gem and another excellent cocktail bar in the Spanish capital. Of course, gin and tonic is at the top of the menu, but there are more than a hundred compositions proposed by a talented bartender. The glass service is highly original and the decor chic and designer. In short, the perfect setting for trying original cocktails.

Notice to amateurs! Here, we pass the doors of the first Gin Club of Spain. A rather trendy place, where you happily sink into pleasant club armchairs to test a menu that offers nearly forty varieties of gin, including the in-house creation "MojiGin". Let yourself be guided by the bartender! This is the same establishment as the Mercado de la Reina, where you can nibble at low prices between two glasses of gin. A good idea to start the evening in a chic and friendly atmosphere.

The Diurno is a large, cosy and very stylish café in a pleasant industrial style. It's as much a trendy spot for the second half of the evening as it is a video club and a restaurant! The atmosphere of this large room changes according to the visitors' wishes, but you always feel good and you can eat good Mediterranean cuisine (especially very good fish tartars) at low prices. Before drinking a delicious cocktail to start the night in a good atmosphere. Some good wines also on the menu.

Respect, intimacy and complicity are the precepts of this tablao, which welcomes you with a short flamenco demonstration on a stage on the first floor. You are then invited to enjoy a drink at the bar while listening to a fascinating conversation on the history of flamenco. Afterwards, you'll take the stairs to a vaulted cellar and an unadorned setting for an intimate show. There are no microphones or loudspeakers here, just the clear sound of instruments and voices to help you feel that deep feeling called " duende ".

Since the early 2000s, this space has been dedicated to nightlife. Located in what was the former pavilion of the International Committee of Expo 92, a few meters from the Isla Mágica and the Barqueta bridge, it is relatively far from the historic center of Seville. But it's well-suited to a venue of this size (2,500^m2), which attracts thousands of people every year. While it serves as a discotheque, it has also hosted parties to accompany major events such as the Goya (equivalent of our Césars). Also a roof terrace.

Located at the foot of the Giralda and not far from the cathedral, this Seville flamenco center offers you the chance to attend a flamenco show in an intimate, family atmosphere. You'll appreciate the closeness of the participants, whether they're dancers, changers or guitarists. As well as the tradition and purity of the flamenco on offer. Once you're out and about, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to sampling tapas and Andalusian wines in the local bars.

The aptly named Dolcevite Vinoteca is the ultimate wine bar! Located right in the center of town, the cozy little premises occupy a corner of the street and are the perfect stop-off for a toast to jazzy music. In store, an impressive collection of local and Spanish wines, as well as more exotic and select labels! You can also accompany your tasting with a few well-made bruschettas from a variety of recipes. In short, an elegant little counter that will delight discerning palates.

This café/coworking space is run by Romain, a young French entrepreneur living in the Spanish capital. Expresso, cappuccino, latte, chocolate, tea, lemonade, pastries... Everything is served as much as you like and included in the price. With beautiful workspaces, it's a real pleasure to come and rub shoulders with the coworking community for a few hours. Meeting rooms are also available for hire. An excellent concept sure to please nomadic travelers.

We mention this cafe built at the end of the nineteenth century because it is mythical in Madrid, having been one of the great literary meeting places of the early twentieth century. Today, this historic place has lost some of its lustre, but the clientele is still there and it remains a popular meeting place for Madrid intellectuals who come to enjoy the terrace, like Ernest Hemingway did in his day. However, the service is sometimes a bit fast and the restaurant is not really worth the detour. For a drink only.

From the outset, this club makes you want to stop there! With a name like that (the Milky Way), how can you not melt? The club has been in existence since 1978 and has always attracted the same number of people, which explains why there is a bit of a wait every weekend when the club is packed. Difficult then to reach the billiard table and to make a game and especially obligation to play elbows to order its chupitos at the bar. A reference in Malasaña, which cultivates an atmosphere in the image of its neighbourhood: eclectic, rock, bobo, punk or techno... Not to be missed.

It celebrated its fortieth anniversary in December 2023. After being a "tienda de marinos" grocery store from 1927 to 1977, it became a pub until 1983. It was then one of the first cocktail bars to open at "sobremesas" hours, after lunch and dinner. Its regular clientele is not lacking, and eagerly awaits the opening of its blinds. The key to its success is its family-friendly atmosphere, gin and tonics served "without frills", and a soundtrack featuring jazz and national and international pop from the '80s and '90s.

In the luxurious Fénix Gran Meliá hotel, home of the Beatles in the 1960s (!), there's a simply superb cocktail bar. Leaning against the long bar, on the terrace or in a big leather armchair with a James Bond feel, this address promises a delicious moment a little out of time. With a shirt and a nice pair of pants, you can enjoy a sophisticated cocktail menu, designed by a talented mixologist. A must in the capital's temple of luxury and art de vivre.

Under the fountain of Plaza Colón is the excellentFernán Gómez center with its four cultural spaces (Guirau hall, Jardiel Poncela hall, exhibition hall, multipurpose hall). In addition to the numerous exhibitions (ask around), there are also zarzuela shows, contemporary theater, concerts and conferences. The prices are very reasonable considering the quality of the shows offered by this cultural center.

A musical bar with a colourful decoration, whose name pays tribute to the icon of Swinging London. Bohemian atmosphere and vegetarian pintxos!