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An authentic Irish pub known for its amazing Irish coffee and friendly atmosphere.
A cozy rooftop lounge with a great atmosphere and excellent cocktails.
A popular spot for locals and tourists alike, offering a wide selection of craft beers and a casual atmosphere.
A lively cocktail bar with a fun atmosphere, popular among locals.
An upscale sports bar with golf simulators, craft beers, wines, and cocktails.
A curated evening itinerary from early drinks to late-night dancing.
Start with cocktails or craft beers at a neighborhood bar. Keep it relaxed — the night is young.
Fernwood Tavern
Big Sur ·
Hit the main strip. Rooftop bars, live music, or a lively pub crawl through the best neighborhoods.
The Star Bar at Vesuvio
Carmel ·
The clubs open up. Dance floors fill, DJs take over, and the real nightlife begins.
The Big Sur area offers a unique, laid-back nightlife experience, primarily centered around rustic taverns and taphouses that blend seamlessly with the natural beauty of the coast.
Just a short drive from Big Sur, Carmel-by-the-Sea provides a more varied nightlife scene with upscale cocktail bars, Irish pubs, and lively lounges.
Nightlife in Big Sur is generally quiet and focused on relaxed, intimate settings like rustic taverns and hotel bars. For a more bustling scene, nearby Carmel-by-the-Sea offers a wider selection of pubs, cocktail bars, and lounges.
Some of the best bars include Big Sur Taphouse and Fernwood Tavern in Big Sur, and O’Callaghans, The Star Bar at Vesuvio, and Barmel in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Most establishments in Big Sur and Carmel-by-the-Sea start their evening service around 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with many closing by 10:00 PM or 11:00 PM, especially on weekdays. Some bars in Carmel-by-the-Sea may stay open later on weekends.