People around the world enjoy heading out to night bars as a way to blow off steam after a long day at work or for some partying fun on the weekend.
While bars use to be traditionally drinking-focused, many owners are finding ways to upscale bar outings and offer an unconventional aspect to the evening that is that much more memorable and enjoyable. This way, the consumer is not only drawn to the bar for its food or drinks, but for the overall experience.
From space-shifting sushi bars to paint class wine bars, the night bars available across the world drastically vary in food, design and party themes. Depending on your interests, there is a bar located somewhere in the world for you to visit and take away an evening that is not only memorable, but unlike any other experience.
20 Examples of Experience-Focused Bars
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Mermaid Bars
The Dive Bar Features a 40-Foot Fish Tank with Live Mermaids
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Gridlike Bar Interiors
The Fat Cow Restaurant Features a Cool Wooden Ceiling Installation
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Vintage Sphere-Like Bars
The 1920s German Light Bulb Voltage Tester Bar Looks Like a War Machine
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Space-Shifting Sushi Bars
Sushicafé Avenida in Lisbon is Far from Traditional
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Eco-Friendly Bicycle Bars
The Traveling Gin Co. Serves You Cocktails On-the-Go
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Lavish Cultural Lounges
The HBA/Hirsch Bedner Associates 'The Living Room' is Thematic
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Glowing Garden Bistros
The Integrated Field 'Ingfah Restaurant' is Breezy and Luminous
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Bike-Up Coffee Bars
The Velokafi Caters Specifically to Cyclists
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Chilly Ice-Made Bars
The Minus5 Ice Bar is Made Entirely of Imported Canadian Ice
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Luminous Copper-Clad Bars
Ketel One Vodka Bar by Jenner Studio is a Metal Masterpiece
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Sonogram-Inspired Bars
Glenmorangie's SoundForm FLUID has a Poetic Aesthetic
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Brightly Hued Sushi Bars
The Tori Tori Restaurant is Comfy and Classy
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Spinning Bar Tops
The Hotel Monteleone Carousel Bar Rotates
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Exclusive Absinthe Bars
Las Vegas' Sage Restaurant Specializes in Alcoholic Beverages
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Hidden Nightlife Hot Spots
The 'Please Don't Tell' Bar is Underneath a Hot Dog Joint
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Exotic Pirate-Themed Bars
San Francisco's Smuggler's Cove Channels Caribbean Bootlegging Culture
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Portable Cocktail Bars
The 'Rodie Mini Bar' Follows Alcohol-Lovers Wherever They Go
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Paint Class Wine Bars
Pinot's Palette is a Painting Wine Bar to Enjoy Some Cocktails
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Booze-Free Bars
The B.Y.O.C. Bar Has Patrons Bringing in Their Own Alcohol
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Nested Bird Bars
The 'Le Nid' Installation Offers an Unusual Atmosphere and Amazing Views
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Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
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Uniquely Themed Chocolate Bars
Compartés Launches Summer Chocolate Bar Capsules
Spontaneous Summer Picnics
Absolut Vodka & Sprite's HANGOUT-OF-HOME Inspires Unplanned Gatherings
Vibrant All-Pink Cocktail Bars
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Modernized West Hollywood Hotels
Short Stories Hotel Blends Californian and European Elements
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Gamified Wine Kits
The Grape Detective by Vinebox Has Tasters Match Wines with Their Profiles
Unconventional RTD Cocktails
Barcelona's Las Jelly's is Creating a New Drinking Experience
Chic Ballroom Interiors
The Ballroom Bowl Has Made Its Mark in Toronto's Entertainment Landscape
Icon-Led Travel Experiences
Airbnb Icons Offers Experiences Hosted by Icons in Music, Film, & More
Water-Themed Cocktail Bars
The Civil Works Cocktail Bar Debuts at the Waterworks Food Hall
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Takeaway Tasting Menus
Ynyshir Partners with Uber Eats to Create a Tasting Menu for Home Delivery
Luxurious Asian-Inspired Steakhouses
Chambers Presents Itself as Toronto's Premier Supper Club
Film-Inspired Cocktail Experiences
Absolut Vodka Hosted a Wicked Cocktail Event in NYC
Retro Nightlife-Inspired Hotels
Necchi Architecture Designs the Hôtel Château d'Eau
Edgy Futuristic Activations
The Oakley Exoplanetary Bunker in Paris is Otherworldly
Small-Scale House Parties
White Claw Hosted the World's Smallest House Party
Expansive Contemporary Bars
Method Co. Debuts Vessel, a Vintage Maritime Aesthetic Bar
Ready-to-Serve Canned Mocktails
Mocktails Uniquely Crafted Makes Convenient Cocktail Alternatives
Espresso Martini Festivals
The Mr Black Espresso Martini Festival Shares One-Off Serves
Experiential Alcohol Pop-Ups
The Cheoreom X Krush Somaek Pocha Experience Opens in Seoul
Wellness-Inclusive Boutique Hotels
The Bellyard Hotel in Atlanta Provides In-Room IV Therapy
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Luxury Rooftop Restaurants
W Toronto's SKYLIGHT Features Mediterranean Fare and Lush Interiors
Galactic Cafe Experiences
The Star Wars-Themed Cafe in Tokyo Takes Fans to an Outer Galaxy
British-Inspired Winter Getaways
The Standard, High Line Launched its 'Hedge & Hearth' Experience
Exclusive Membership Club Openings
Soho House Will Open a New Location in London's Mayfair
Nostalgia-Inspired Experiences
Bubble Planet Creates a Sensory Journey with Distinct Bubble Rooms
Alcohol-Centric Pop-Ups
Maker’s Mark Bourbon Hosts an Immersive Holiday Experience
Country-Conjoining Beer Can Designs
Heineken Spotlights One Shared Star Motif on its Cans
Immersive Scotch Whisky Journeys
The Macallan Celebrated 200 Years with a Multisensory Experience
Festive Hotel Experiences
W Toronto's Festive Events Offer Elegance and Indulgence
Luscious Dining Bars
Ful Kyoto is an Artistically-Crafted Oasis in the Heart of a Bustling City
Adaptable Day-to-Night Cafe Bars
The Duo is a Transitional Space with a Glass Dragon Installation
Sober Open-Air Establishments
Munich, Germany is Set to Open a Non-Alcoholic Beer Garden
Recycled Mini Golf Courses
Lab La Bla Made a Miniature Golf Course with Denim & Wine Corks
Adventure-Ready AR Wines
Bandit Wines' Packs Invite Adults to Virtually Explore National Parks
Soft-Pink Wellness Bars
Yorkville Village’s BetterBar Offers Healthy Dining in Toronto
Scandinavian-Inspired Yurt Pop-Ups
ABSOLUT will Host NORDIC by BarChef in Toronto
AI-Powered Review Insights
Yelp Adds New AI Features for Restaurant-Goers and Owners
Cheeky Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Events
Mindful Drinking Fest Boasts the NO FUN Cocktail Competition
Perfect-Pour Beer Glasses
nendo Creates the Perfect 3Way Glass to Aid the Perfect Beer Pour
Timeless Mixology Collections
Waterford Crystal’s Mixology Collection Offers a Refined Experience
Regionally Inspired Restaurant Designs
Pirajean Lees Designs the Kioku Restaurant in London
Espresso Martini Bars
NYC's Rose Room is Dedicated to a Beloved Coffee Cocktail
Sensory-Rich Wine Experiences
Dancing is a Modern Wine Brand with a Striking Visual Aesthetic
Experiential Lip Color Services
Lip Lab Toronto's Lipstick-Creation Experience is Customizable
Experiential Airline Stores
The Emirates World Travel Store Features Lounge Displays
On-the-Go Coffee Bars
The Nespresso Bar Will Be Located at the Liverpool Street Station in London
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Indoor Surfing Bars
Groundswell is a Newly Opened Destination to Eat, Drink, and Surf
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Festive Bourbon Pop-Ups
The Winter Wheat Wonderland Brings a Taste of Kentucky to NYC
Decadent Dessert Bars
The Dessert Bar by Divine Deliciously Brightens Everyday Occasions
Holiday-Ready Beverage Menus
Peet's Coffee Debuts a Creative Bar Menu for the Festive Season
Pizza-Themed Spas
Channel 4 and Domino's Pizza Dreamed Up a World-First Spa Experience
Immersive Art Escape Rooms
Daydream Adventures Traps Players in an Enchanted Forest or Sci-Fi Cave
Multisensory Cocktail Menus
Synaesthesia Inspired the Spectrum Cocktail Menu at Fitz’s
Celebrity-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Quote Book by Velvet Bar Shares Drinks Based on Icons
Playful Creativity-Focused Campaigns
Sharpie® Launches the World is Your Canvas Tour
Major International Airport Pop-Ups
The Macallan Launched Immersive Pop-Ups at Airport Hubs
European Wine Stores
Thatcher’s Wine Recently Launched Its First Store in Los Angeles
Sunset View-Inspired Campaigns
Corona Canada Has Launched Its First National 'Sunset Spots' Guide
Pop-Up Dining Experiences
Japanese Ski Resort Welcomes Alpine Cocktail Bar and Restaurant
Coffee-Wine Bar Hybrids
'Equal Parts' Opens Down the Road From its Sister Restaurant
Casual Enjoyment Bottled Wines
Nice Wines Introduced Full-Sized, Full-Strength Wine in Bottles
One-Brand Vodka Martini Bars
The First-Ever Grey Goose Martini Bar is Opening in Melbourne
Wine-Infused Chocolate Packaging
Vine to Bar Chocolate Unveiled Its New Library Box Packaging
Pop Culture Bars
Basic is Building a Sports Bar for Pop Culture Fans
Bookstore Wine Shops
New York's Bibliotheque Offers Rare Books and Great Wine
Personalized Pint Pop-Ups
The World of Guinness Created Community During the Holiday Season
Sporty Laundromat Takeovers
Heineken's LaundroMatch Turns 24-Hour Laundromats into Sports Bars
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Candy-Paired Wine Tastings
Vinebox's Candy Pairing Tasting Experience Matches Candy to Wine
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Month-Long Martini Events
Tanqueray's Fancy Hour Spotlights Martinis as the Perfect Summer Sipper
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Unpretentious Wine Classes
MasterClass Launched A Sommelier's Snob-Free Guide to Wine
Mindful Cocktail Menus
Free Spirited by Loews Hotels Shares Curated No- and Low-Alcohol Beverages
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
Immersive Icewine Festivals
The Niagara Icewine Festival Offers a Dynamic Mix of Winter Activities
Relaxing Alcohol-Free Beers
Impossibrew Features Social Blend Technology
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Non-Alcoholic Advent Boxes
Søbr Market Curated Three Festive Boxes Featuring Alcohol Alternatives
Modern Whiskey Tasting Rooms
Laws Whiskey House Has Introduced Its Whiskey Sanctuary
Espresso Martini Flights
Starbucks Reserve Offers Unique Coffee Cocktail Experiences
Co-Branded Digital Travel Hubs
The Corona Global Hub Spotlights Experiences Rooted in Nature
Art-Inspired Whisky Events
Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Partnered with Ian Woods for a Custom Design
Artistic Libation Campaigns
The Madrí Excepcional 'Paint Your Pint' Competition Challenges Fans
Bar-Strength Gourmet Cocktails
Gather Gourmet Cocktails Put an Indulgent Twist on Classic Serves
Small-Bite Martini Menus
The Oblix Happy Hour Fuses "Girl Dinner" with the "New York Happy Meal"
Immersive Garden Bar Experiences
BLOOM Explores America's First Botanical Garden in NYC
Customized Dirty Drinks
Cool Sips Makes Specialized Beverages of Any Kind at NYC Event
Bathing-Inspired Pop-Ups Bars
The #DoveDeluxeBar Shares Sensorial Cocktails & Mocktails
Automated Beverage Dispensing Solutions
Backbar Offers Automated Dispenser for Multiple Beverages
Sporty Solo Travel Platforms
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Celebrative Cocktail Menus
Jade Yorkville Reigns Offers Festive Champagne-Based Cocktails
Collaborative Curated Party Guides
Total Wine & More Partners with Alix Klineman
Luxurious Japanese-Inspired Lounges
The Aladdin Sane in Detroit Offers an Opulent Experience
Dual-Floor Cocktail Bars
New York's Sip & Guzzle Offers a Unique Environment on Each Floor
Collaborative Music-Inspired Bar Menus
HIMKOK and Sony Music Norway Partnered for a New Menu
Social Connection Campaigns
Beavertown Brewery's Is This Seat Taken? Campaign Unites Strangers
Personified Wine Campaigns
Wines of Ontario’s Pleasure to Meet You Spotlights Locally Grown Wine
Bi-Annual African Cocktail Festivals
The AJABU Cocktail and Spirits Festival Returns to Cape Town
Savory Cocktail Dips
An Elegant Bar Order Inspired Chelsea Living Room's Dirty Martini Dip
Imaginative Cocktail Menus
Dean & Nancy on 22's World of Dreams Menu Evokes Wonder & Exploration
Fantastical Brewing Experiences
The Cauldron NYC Hosts a Wizard Afternoon Tea Experience
Ethereal Ambiance Speakeasies
NCDA Designs the Artifact Bar with a Subterranean Look
Unique Culinary Experiences
Saratoga Supper Club Brings Exclusive Dining Events Across the U.S.
Asian-Fusion Dining Experiences
The Lobby Bar Combines Culinary Arts with Vibrant Nightlife
Railway-Tucked Speakeasy Bars
Cake Architecture Designs the Low-Lit New SOMA 2.0 Speakeasy
Real-Time Night Life Maps
Bardar Provides Real-Time Information on Venues and Nightlife in Sydney
French Peach Liqueur Pop-Ups
Juliette Liqueur will Host an NYC Event with Bottle Engravings
Artful Listening Wine Bar
Leopold Banchini Architects Designs Goodbye Horses in East London
Pink Winter Pop-Ups
The Immersive Pink Pier Has Returned for Valentine's Day
Whimsical Chocolate-Inspired Experiences
Hershey's Chocolate World is Rolling Out Summer Offerings
Friend-Finding Dinners
Timeleft Fights Big-City Loneliness by Matching Strangers for Dinner
Laid-Back Australian-Inspired Bars
Electric Bill Recently Opened Its Doors on Toronto's Bloor St.
Stylish Low-Alcohol LA Bars
STAY. Offers a Chic Night Out Without the Hangover
Re-Opening Historic Nightclubs
London's Printworks Will Be Re-Opening as an Event Space
Juxtaposing Finnish Design-Themed Cafes
Yatofu Taps Local Craftspeople to Design the El Fant Café
Zero-Proof Subscription Boxes
Raising the Bar's Boxes Boast Alcohol-Free Spirits, Mixers, and More
Seasonal On-Tap Cocktails
The Honey Moon Cocktail Bar Introduced a Series of Seasonal Flavors
cheerful holiday pop-up bars
Ginger’s Cocktail Bar offers Torontonians a festive retreat
Boundless Art Exhibitions
The Frameless Experience Showcases Iconic Art Beyond Reality
Refined Italian Bars
Toronto's Bar Prima Boasts Dark Ambiance and Italian-American Dishes
Luxurious Wine Pop-Ups
Kim Crawford will Host a Golden Wine Lounge at The Well Toronto
Scenic Rooftop Cocktail Lounges
The UNLISTED Rooftop Offers Views of NYC's Skyline
Restaurant-Expanding Wine Bars
London Restaurant Trullo Opens a Sophisticated Wine Bar Next Door
High-Value Restaurant Menus
Eddie Merlot's Happy Hour and Lounge Menu is Arriving Now
‘90s-Inspired Cocktail Menus
Bar Louie is Celebrating 35 Years with a ‘90s Cocktails Menu
Miniature Martini Pairings
NYC’s The Tusk Bar Serves a Trio of Smaller Martinis with Oysters
On-Demand Distilleries
Diistil Empowers Bartenders to Create Bespoke Distillates
Unique Urban Event Hires
London is Renting Tube Stations, Cable Cars, and Piers for Private Hire
Snackable Martini Cocktails
Bar Valentina Serves The Snack Size Happy Hour with a “Teeny ‘Tini”
Experiential Workplace Rewards
Bondly Has Over 300 Experiences for Employers to Reward the Team
Eclectic Wine Festivals
The Niagara Grape & Wine Festival is a Major Draw for Wine Enthusiasts