Your Cocktail Guide

Discover the neighbourhood where Vancouver’s drinking history began—and where some of the city’s most exciting bars are still raising the bar. Whether you’re after a themed cocktail lounge, speakeasy, live music, or a spot that serves bold, spirit-forward creations alongside top-tier craft brews, these six destinations guarantee a great time – rain or shine.

Pourhouse
Century-old creative cocktails in a century-old space. Comfort meets class at the Pourhouse with an ever-changing cocktail menu and passionate bartenders who know a thing or two about mixology. 162 Water St
162 Water St
Guilt & Co.
Do you know what goes well with cocktails? Live music. There’s no better escape than heading down to this magical space where there’s music in the air 7 nights a week. Serving up iconic alcholic and non-alcholic creations.
1 Alexander Street, Underground
Arcana
A hidden occult speakeasy in Gastown that combines the mystery of the supernatural with the sophistication of a 1930's French salon.
238 Abbott St
Clough Club
The well-appointed back bar fills every need with its educated cocktailers steering the ship with unapologetically strong, adult drinks. With live music every Sat/Sun.
212 Abbott St
L'Abattoir
French influenced West Coast fare paired with equally exquisite cocktails. It doesn't get much classier than this.
217 Carrall St
Kozak Ukrainian Eatery
Cocktails with a Ukrainian twist - and one of the best happy hours in the city. Enjoy classic cocktails or go for a unique signature drink such as the La Femme, Bagateliya, Dandelion, Pornozirka.
1 W Cordova
Monarca
Did someone say margarita? serves handcrafted cocktails made with premium tequilas and mezcals. Sip on a Pecan Old Fashioned or go for a Monarca Margarita! Don't miss out on their Margarita Mondays and kickstart your week the right way, or stop by during their happy hour from 4pm-5:30pm everyday.
181 Carrall St
Guu with Otokomae
A beloved izakaya restaurant serving tasty bar bites and boozy cocktails! With a lively atmosphere and a fantastic selection of Japanese spirits, this is the place to celebrate all the wins. Enjoy a selection of thirst-quenching Japanese inspired cocktails including a Sake Mojito, La La Lychee, Bamboo Leaf, and a whole lot more. The fun doesn't end there, go in on a Monday for $2 off all cocktails!
375 Water St #105