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Best Cocktail Bars in Vancouver for 2026

Featured2026Updated May 19, 2026

Best Cocktail Bars in Vancouver for 2026 highlights 10 places in Vancouver, including The Keefer Bar, The Shameful Tiki Room, and Uva Wine & Cocktail Bar. Find photos, tips, and booking options for your visit.

Best Cocktail Bars in Vancouver for 2026
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10 stops to try

The Keefer Bar

Cocktail bar135 Keefer StHours & contact
+1 604-688-1961
Monday
4 PM–1 AM
Tuesday
4 PM–1 AM
Wednesday
4 PM–1 AM
Thursday
4 PM–1 AM
Friday
4 PM–2 AM
Saturday
4 PM–2 AM
Sunday
4 PM–1 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The Keefer Bar's cocktails are as inventive as its apothecary theme.

This bar is a late-night haven for cocktail aficionados. The ambiance is moody and mysterious, perfect for sipping on their signature Keefer 75, a gin-based concoction that’s as refreshing as it is potent.

Perfect for

Craft cocktail lovers, late-night adventures, date nights.

Best on Saturday evening for peak ambiance.

The Shameful Tiki Room

Cocktail bar4362 Main StHours & contact
Monday
5 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
5 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
5 PM–12 AM
Thursday
5 PM–12 AM
Friday
5 PM–1 AM
Saturday
5 PM–1 AM
Sunday
5 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The tiki drinks here are as strong as the island vibes.

Step into a tropical escape on Main Street, where the dim lighting and exotic cocktails transport you to a Polynesian paradise. The Mai Tai is a must, served with a side of live music that keeps the energy high.

Perfect for

Tiki enthusiasts, group celebrations, themed nights.

Best on Friday night for the full tiki experience.

Uva Wine & Cocktail Bar — best cocktail bars in Vancouver, Spring 2026

Uva Wine & Cocktail Bar

Bar900 Seymour StHours & contact
+1 604-632-9560
Monday
7 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
7 AM–11 PM
Wednesday
7 AM–11 PM
Thursday
7 AM–11 PM
Friday
7 AM–12 AM
Saturday
7 AM–12 AM
Sunday
7 AM–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

By night, Uva transforms into a cocktail lover's paradise.

Uva offers a sophisticated setting to enjoy expertly crafted cocktails. The sleek, modern decor complements the creative drinks, making it a works for a stylish night out.

Perfect for

Stylish nights out, cocktail aficionados.

Best on Friday or Saturday night for a swanky vibe.

Bagheera

Cocktail bar518 Main StHours & contact
Monday
5 PM–1 AM
Tuesday
5 PM–1 AM
Wednesday
5 PM–1 AM
Thursday
5 PM–1 AM
Friday
4 PM–2 AM
Saturday
4 PM–2 AM
Sunday
5 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Expect the unexpected with Bagheera's cocktail creations.

Bagheera is a cocktail bar that focuses on delivering a unique drinking experience. With a focus on creativity and presentation, each drink is a work of art. The ambiance is intimate and slightly mysterious, perfect for a night of exploration.

Perfect for

Adventurous drinkers, intimate nights, cocktail explorers.

Best on Friday night for a mysterious vibe.

The Flamingo Room

Cocktail bar1214 Commercial DrHours & contact
+1 604-253-9119
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
5 PM–12 AM
Thursday
5 PM–12 AM
Friday
5 PM–1 AM
Saturday
5 PM–1 AM
Sunday
5 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The Flamingo Room is where cocktails meet live music.

This colorful venue on Commercial Drive is as much about the ambiance as it is about the drinks. The live music adds a dynamic layer to the experience, with cocktails that are as bold as the decor.

Perfect for

Music lovers, nights, group outings.

Best on Saturday nights for live performances.

The Chickadee Room

Cocktail bar182 Keefer StHours & contact
+1 604-336-5853
Monday
4 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
4 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
4 PM–12 AM
Thursday
4 PM–12 AM
Friday
4 PM–1 AM
Saturday
4 PM–1 AM
Sunday
4 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The cocktails here are as colorful as the decor.

Located in Chinatown, The Chickadee Room offers a playful take on the cocktail experience. The colorful decor and inventive drinks make it a fun spot to explore new flavors and combinations.

Perfect for

Quirky nights out, experimental drinkers, fun-loving groups.

Best on Saturday night for a lively crowd.

1927 Lounge

Cocktail bar801 W Georgia StHours & contact
+1 604-682-5566
Monday
7:30 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM–11 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM–11 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM–12 AM
Friday
7:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
7:30 AM–12 AM
Sunday
7:30 AM–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Sip on classic cocktails in this elegant, wood-paneled bar.

Located in the Rosewood Hotel Georgia, 1927 Lounge is classic sophistication. The classic cocktails are expertly crafted, and the ambiance is as refined as the drinks.

Perfect for

Sophisticated sips, hotel guests, classic cocktail fans.

Pro tip. Ideal for a pre-dinner drink before exploring downtown.

Go weekday evenings for a relaxed drink.

Prophecy Cocktail Bar

Cocktail bar801 W Georgia StHours & contact
+1 604-336-3383
Monday
4 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
4 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
4 PM–12 AM
Thursday
4 PM–1 AM
Friday
4 PM–2 AM
Saturday
4 PM–2 AM
Sunday
4 PM–12:30 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The live music sets the perfect backdrop for their inventive cocktails.

Prophecy Cocktail Bar offers a lively atmosphere where music and cocktails come together. The drinks are as dynamic as the live performances, making it a works for a night of entertainment.

Perfect for

Music lovers, nights, group outings.

Go weekend nights for live performances.

Grapes & Soda

Bar1541 W 6th AveHours & contact
+1 604-336-2456
Monday
5–11 PM
Tuesday
5–11 PM
Wednesday
5–11 PM
Thursday
5–11 PM
Friday
5–11 PM
Saturday
5–11 PM
Sunday
Closed

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The seasonal cocktails here are as fresh as they come.

Grapes & Soda offers a warm atmosphere, perfect for enjoying their thoughtfully crafted cocktails and natural wines. The tapas and charcuterie boards pair perfectly with the drinks, making it a works for a laid-back evening.

Perfect for

Wine and cocktail lovers, intimate gatherings, relaxed evenings.

Go weeknights for a more intimate setting.

Bartholomew — best cocktail bars in Vancouver, Spring 2026

Bartholomew

Cocktail bar1026 Mainland StHours & contact
+1 604-423-4131
Monday
5 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
5 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
5 PM–12 AM
Thursday
5 PM–1 AM
Friday
5 PM–1 AM
Saturday
5 PM–1 AM
Sunday
5 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The charcuterie plates are as sophisticated as the cocktails.

Bartholomew offers a chic, industrial setting in Yaletown, perfect for sipping on cocktails and enjoying curated charcuterie boards. The ambiance is buzzy yet refined, making it a top choice for a night out in the city.

Perfect for

Chic nights out, wine and cocktail pairings, Yaletown explorers.

Pro tip. Reservations are a good idea for weekends.

Best on Saturday night for the full Yaletown experience.