The best bars and cafés The United States Of America

A very nice pub where people come to celebrate and listen to concerts when there are, while sipping a beer, to choose from about 90 different bottles and over beers to pressure. 

Probably because of the fog and its often (very) chilly weather, San Francisco doesn't have many rooftops. At the end of a dark corridor, take the elevator to the top floor and find yourself in the heart of the effervescence of this rooftop. The menu and service are not to be outdone! A nice selection of tapas and cocktails with Argentine and Mexican themes. The vegetarian empanadas are tasty, the beef brochettes are cooked to perfection and the shrimp ceviche is juicy as can be.

Nestled in an area of New York City, Irving Place is a pleasant, long tea room where they serve a very good coffee, roasted on a farm in the Hudson Valley. A fair trade coffee, which can be accompanied by a pastry, to be enjoyed on the terrace or on one of the round tables of the establishment. Irving Farm also serves good sandwiches, soups and salads. For a fresh lunch break just a stone's throw from Gramercy Park, a quiet, upscale neighborhood. Other addresses in Manhattan.

On the famous International Drive a classic coffee shop to check its mails, surf on the net, print…

It will take you dozens of minutes to detail the unlikely décor of this cocktail bar "in its juice". A place with character like few others in the Bay Area, where shops are becoming increasingly standardized. This bric-a-brac of memorabilia and statuettes of all kinds claims to be artistic, but is in fact a cross between kitsch and pop culture. It's funny and almost surreal. The clientele is relaxed and good-natured. Sit at the bar and make friends with your neighbor. Live concerts on weekends.

A dive bar supported by the gay community. We come here to make less artificial encounters than elsewhere in H-Town, such as in South Beach. Many rooms come here simply to enjoy a drink in this intimate and warm setting.

"There are no strangers here, only friends who haven't met yet" , that sets the tone of this atypical place. On the wall, more than 1,000 beer cans are used as decoration. A very British and unusual pub, on Route 1 that leads to the quiet town of Half Moon Bay. Outside, a truck converted into a cigar bar, even more original than the pub itself! On the menu: pizza, fish, salad... Take away.

Here's a place that might just reconcile you with American cafés. The decor is cosy, simple and uncluttered. You'll be able to choose from a wide range of vintages. Opt for the delicious cappuccino. The menu also includes a wide range of teas, so don't hesitate to ask the waiter for advice if you're hesitating between two flavors - they know their stuff. The Temple Coffee chain has several other establishments in Sacramento, in case you become a fan of the brand... Which here is an institution.

In Seattle, Hotwire Coffeehouse specializes in espresso drinks. It offers on-site and takeaway meals, but does not offer delivery. To place an order, you can use the joe.coffee and square.site platforms.

A very select speakeasy , accessible at the back of a hot dog restaurant, Crif Dogs. To get there, you have to go to the restaurant's phone booth, then pick up the receiver. On the other end of the line, a sultry voice asks you for your reservation time. If you don't have a reservation, you can try to get in line before opening time to get a table. The interior with its brick walls and stuffed animals maintains the mysterious atmosphere. Nice list of cocktails and possibility to order the hot dogs prepared at Crif Dogs.

One of the craziest gay bars in Hell's Kitchen, Flaming Saddles is known for its waiters dressed as cowboys who dance on the bar, boots on, of course. If you're near the counter, open your mouth and the dancer-server might pour whiskey directly from the neck. The atmosphere is really wild, we dance without restraint on the country music which bursts from the speakers. Attention, the establishment accepts only cash payments. There is an ATM on the spot but you will have to pay a fee.

One of the many speakeasies in New York with a very neat prohibition atmosphere. A copper bathtub stands in the middle of the room, in reference to the method used to make alcohol during Prohibition. The place is luxurious and worth a visit for the cocktails, which come from the imagination of the famous Irish mixologist Sean Muldoon. Don't miss the free burlesque shows on Tuesdays and Sundays at 8.30pm (booking recommended). Every Wednesday, the place also organises jazz concerts from 9pm to 11pm.

This is not just a great place to relax for spectators waiting to see a performance or film at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM). Every Friday and Saturday evening from 9:30 pm, free concerts - most often of World Music or jazz - take place there. It is an opportunity to discover exceptional artists who are often unknown, whether you listen by drinking a coffee or a beer, or by tasting a delicious steak and chips. The room, with its purple neon-lit arches, is amazing.

Here, we drink cheap beers, listen to music from the seventies, and above all... we play skee-ball! Késako? It is a game that consists of rolling a small ball into a target. Halfway between petanque and bowling, this very entertaining game is ideal to surround your evenings! You should also know that the Full Circle Bar hosts very serious skee-ball championships, but don't worry, it is of course possible to play with friends every day. For a relaxed atmosphere and anything but pretentious.

A huge Beer Garden located in a former garage. This bar, just a few blocks from NYU, is constantly packed with young students who are no strangers to beer! A fraternal atmosphere that students will appreciate. No doubt that with your French accent, you'll make friends in less than 10 minutes! The beer list is extensive, and the grilled cheeses are particularly good. On weekends, a huge projector broadcasts American soccer and baseball games in a fiery atmosphere.

Do you miss Queen Elizabeth and the smell of Guinness? Go to Brit's Pub, which has not usurped its name. Between the royal pictures and the rugby jerseys, you are transported across the Channel in one sip... The inside of the bar is all in wood, a classic pub after all, but upstairs, you have access to a pleasant rooftop , where films (and matches) are shown, and where you can play cricket on the lawn. You will certainly meet British people!

A nice, casual place in the heart of Hell's Kitchen, where you can drink excellent coffee. The place is rather cosy, with a big leather sofa and shelves of books, which you can browse through while drinking your drink. The pastries and cakes are better than in many coffee shops. The raspberry filled donut (vegan, by the way) particularly caught our attention...

Located on the 3rd floor of the Palomar Hotel, this bar offers a relaxed and pleasant setting for a cocktail in the heart of downtown. Enjoy the happy hours: beer at US $ 4, and cocktails at US $ 6.

A large selection of beers, a festive and festive atmosphere like Oktoberfest… This is a summary of Seaborn Haus. Ideal for outings between friends!

A Sports bar a little chic where you can watch the games in the evening thanks to the 22 flat screens in the bar and a great sound system, while tasting one of the 60 draft beers at the counter. Some of which they produce themselves in this micro-brewery which has all the decor. As often, the happy hour is very economical with dishes and drinks at mini prices. Soups, salads, sandwiches, you can eat to your heart's content. A lively place every night during the week and possibility to have brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

The locals' favorite Scottish pub. The large terrace is great in summer for enjoying one of the good beers on the menu. It's heated in winter. If it's still too cold, you can also nestle inside the warm, festive interior, where you can enjoy simple, tasty dishes such as fish & chips or traditional mac & cheese! A real traditional American pub, with salads and burgers also on the menu. A great place to have a drink or share a meal with the family.

Nice bar and restaurant facing the bay, in the new trendy district of Dogpatch. We fell in love with the location, because an aperitif facing the ocean is still a must on vacation. Go there around 6pm, when thehappy hour is in full swing and it's full of hilarious hipsters, and enjoy the terrace with your feet in the water! On summer weekends, concerts and salsa classes are organized, caliente atmosphere guaranteed! A fishing store in the 1950s, this indoor and outdoor bar with patio is a well-kept secret among the locals.

9 Muses is a bar, which also serves as a restaurant, concert room, and much more. It is one of the favorite places of the Greek community, but also of all neighbors, hellens or not. We drink ouzo more than reason, try to rebalance with a few delicious pitas, and the evening gets fast. Friday and Saturday, DJ's heat the atmosphere.

Located on the roof of the McKittrick Hotel is this friendly cocktail bar. The drinks are so inventive and successful that you'll find yourself liking cucumber with gin, or grapefruit with rum. The bar boasts trees and tall plants and gives the place a jungle feel. Add to that the beautiful view of the Hudson River and you'll have a great night. If you're doing Sleep No More, also in the McKittrick Hotel, this bar is the perfect place to debrief with your friends about the night you just had...

One of the few Harlem speakeasies still open today. This bar with its chillatmosphere - meaningcool - is known in New York for its dantesque cocktail list. From gin and cucumber to vodka and cinnamon, the menus are so inventive that you never know what to expect when you order. Cocktails are classified by spirit (rum, vodka, gin, whiskey...). Don't hesitate to ask the barman for advice if you don't know what to choose. A place to discover for a relaxing evening.

One of the best speakeasies in town, and one of the only ones still open that actually served as a speakeasy during the Prohibition era of the 1920s. Don't look for flashing red neon lights to find the entrance to the bar, but rather a staircase guarded by two bouncers. The bar's decoration seems to be inspired by the home of Hugh Hefner, the founder of Playboy. The place once belonged to New York mob boss Luciano, and is one of only two true speakeasies to have survived the century.

At Rum House, we almost forget we're in Times Square. This piano-bar has not changed much since it opened in 1970, it is the area around the establishment that has evolved. The wooden interior looks very vintage, but it's simply because it's authentic. To reinforce this feeling of time travel, the waiters have kept their original clothes! The bar has a second life thanks to its long cocktail list and excellent mixologists. All this to a piano tune. A place out of time.

A small and unpretentious neighborhood bar, with a very large selection of beers: 18 draught beers and 30 bottled beers. Good cocktails too. The decoration and the service are very warm. The food is also excellent for a bar. Our favorite dish, among a vast choice of salads, filet mignon, fish and pasta of all kinds, is the lobster mac & cheese. Every night, especially on weekends, the small room fills up quickly, people talk loudly, the atmosphere is friendly and good humored.

Park Slope's trendy parents swear by Union Hall! Surprisingly, even a little scary at night, the decor of the place looks like your grandmother's library: shelves full of books, fireplace, portraits hanging on the wall and leather armchairs. An ideal place to have a beer when the mercury never stops dropping in New York. In another room, concerts or burlesque shows take place every day. In a third room (the bar is 460 m²!), there are bocce courts, a game similar to petanque.

The advantage of this bar is that it organizes thematic evenings constantly, almost daily. All you have to do is learn about the website. Otherwise, there is a cocktail at the beginning of the evening, a dinner on the thumb, or simply to clubber after midnight. A classic of the Minneapolis gay evenings.

Located not far from the Palms lobby, the Rojo Lounge bar and lounge offers a relaxing, laid-back atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of the Strip. The bar is lit all in red, and the alcoves with vinylbooths are very comfortable. Here you can enjoy classic cocktails and a variety of coffees to give you a boost, as well as light fare to satisfy your hunger. The service is efficient and the staff in tune. An ideal place to relax and recharge your batteries for the evening.

Atomic Liquors is a classic among Downtown bars, opening in 1952. Its name is a tribute to a piece of Nevada history. Located 60 miles from the atomic test site, the explosions could be seen from the roof of the building. The interior boasts a wealth of memorabilia from the era, and was also a popular spot for celebrities during the golden age of Las Vegas, including the Rat Pack, Barbara Streisand and Clint Eastwood. It remains a favorite of locals and tourists alike.

The Commonwealth at El Cortez is one of Downtown's most popular saloon-style bars. Even if the menu doesn't include as many drinks as other establishments in the area, this place lives to the rhythm of the music, with the regular presence of DJs. Commonwealth also has its own speakeasy (a kind of speakeasy dating back to Prohibition). Called the Laundry Room, it's well hidden and you'll have to look for the entrance to get there.

Located in Masquerade Village, not far from the main entrance, this eponymous bar isn't the biggest or most fashionable in Las Vegas. But if you're staying at the Rio hotel, you can spend a few minutes here to take a break on the way back from a long day or in preparation for the early evening. All kinds of drinks and cocktails are available. For those who just can't get enough of gambling, the bar also has its own poker machines at the counter. Every Friday and Saturday evening, the bar hosts live concerts.

Tupper and Reed has a subdued atmosphere, with a brick wall and leather seats, for a most charming decor. On the menu of this bar installed in a former record shop with a gothic decoration, cocktails that have the reputation of being the best in town, made with passion by barmen who work here as masters. If you prefer to drink on the rocks, the spirits menu is very extensive and of excellent quality. The nightly music selections range from jazz and funk to electronic and rock. Not to be missed for a night of drinking and style.

Tired of the traditional evenings around a beer to remake the world? Why not try shuffleboard, a game similar to curling where you have to place pucks with a broom in the center of a target. It is better to be four, six or eight to play, especially since the price of the court for one hour (50 US$) is to be shared between the players. The decoration, vintage, like an old bowling alley, is very successful and maintains a nice atmosphere.

This store and bar was opened by beer enthusiasts, who can taste the beer on the spot or take it away. Two large screens are installed behind the bar and allow you to watch the sports matches in a friendly atmosphere (or overexcited when the city's teams are playing). You will also be informed about the origin of the 16 draft beers offered, their taste (bitter, fruity...) and their size. The atmosphere is very relaxed, a lot of students and young executives come to relax around board games. Quizzes also take place.

Delilah's is a friendly bar in the Lakeview district, with a student atmosphere that's not to be sniffed at. The place doesn't look like much, but there's always a great atmosphere and, for those in the know, the establishment offers a huge selection of whiskies. Beer tastings are regularly organized. On a more cultural and festive note, well-known DJs are a regular feature of the program, and the venue also hosts numerous vernissages and film screenings.

Located just across from the comedy club The Second City, old sketches of local characters adorn the walls of Chicago's best dive bar, as well as numerous paintings. It must be said that the bar owner, Bruce Elliott, is also a painter in his own time. He had his 15 minutes of fame in 2008 with his nude of Sarah Palin standing on a polar bear skin, gun in hand. This was followed by a series of "political porn paintings" still visible on the walls of the harbour. An institution in the north of the city opened in 1958. Not to be missed.

Speakeasy, these replicas of underground bars from the time of Prohibition, the Lower East Side is not lacking. But this one has the advantage of being quite unknown. It is located at the bottom of an art gallery. Even the front door is not easy to find. Look for a small handle on the left towards the bottom! The rather minimalist decoration plays the card of the unauthorized secret bar, and it's quite successful. One of the coolest places in New York where, above all, you won't have to wait an hour to get a table.

A most astonishing speakeasy since it is located at the back of a pawnshop which in itself is not particularly unique. But once you have passed through the wooden green door at the back, you have a completely different place to go, a chic bar-restaurant. Leather sofas, dimmed lights, candles on the tables, a lounge atmosphere emerges from the place. The dishes offered are not exceptional and the portions are very small, we recommend this place especially to go for a drink in the evening.

Angelina, a Parisian tearoom that has been established on rue de Rivoli for almost 120 years, needs no introduction. Its New York counterpart is just a stone's throw from Bryant Park, and features a Parisian-style room with superb Belle Époque paintings, where you can enjoy pastries and viennoiseries that are no match for those concocted at the original address. The signature dish is the Mont-Blanc. And the rich hot chocolate never disappoints. Another Angelina Paris boutique has just opened on the Upper East Side.

Dress code of rigor in the evening to enter this bar seen many times in the series Gossip Girl. The place is quite spacious and it is quite possible to find a table outside in the early evening. On Friday and Saturday evenings, it's another atmosphere, with a bouncer at the entrance and often a long queue before you can access the roof. The perfect place to dance with the sons and daughters of Manhattan's wealthy families.