Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport

YALETOWN. Often a haven for visiting celebrities, this romantic, elegant bar is awash in fabric and metallic hues. Its...

YALETOWN. Often a haven for visiting celebrities, this romantic, elegant bar is awash in fabric and metallic hues. Its beautiful clientele come to mingle with each other while sipping a wealth of creative cocktails, liqueurs and wines. They include martinis with such evocative names as one love and dragon boat. A tapas menu looks to Asian cuisine for its inspiration and offers perfect complements to the selection of drinks. And technology makes a show in the restrooms, where wall screens showcase bar activity while you're "away."

Hours: Daily 5pm-Close

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express

DOWNTOWN. What was once the Paradise Theatre is now a revamped club, designed in masculine style with rugged wood...

DOWNTOWN. What was once the Paradise Theatre is now a revamped club, designed in masculine style with rugged wood detailing, a 17-foot-long bar, and motorcycle accents. The narrow space is three stories high, although most of the action occurs on the ground floor (the upper two floors boast smaller, balcony-like venues). A huge disco ball holds court over the space, adding punctuation. Top 40, Latin, salsa, hip-hop, and soul add flavor to the music mix, providing a backdrop for the mating dance of singles on the make.

Hours: Daily 9pm-3am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card

DOWNTOWN. Elegant but unpretentious, this wine bar revels in its care of patrons ­ in service, in regional cuisine,...

DOWNTOWN. Elegant but unpretentious, this wine bar revels in its care of patrons ­ in service, in regional cuisine, and in wines. Folks from all walks come to indulge in creative fare that melds local and Asian sensibilities. Better yet is the appeal of the bar, which presents 500 selections, including 75 by-the-glass offerings from across the globe. Martinis are also a strong suit, and they're especially good coupled with complimentary appetizers during happy hour. Live jazz only solidifies the allure of this terrific place.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11:30am-Midnight; Fri-Sat 11:30am-1am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express

GASTOWN. Always featuring lively Celtic house bands on the weekends, this Gastown-area bar packs in a crowd that is...

GASTOWN. Always featuring lively Celtic house bands on the weekends, this Gastown-area bar packs in a crowd that is growing along with their reputation as a midsize live-music destination. Recent renovations include a new, larger stage, an improved sound system and better seating. A mezzanine offers another great sightline to the entertainment which also features touring artists and high-drawing local acts. And it is still a great place to quaff a pint and chat up the locals.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-2am; Fri-Sat 11am-3am Event Dates and Times Vary

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

RAILTOWN. A popular restaurant for dinner and weekend brunch, the Alibi Room really comes alive at night. The...

RAILTOWN. A popular restaurant for dinner and weekend brunch, the Alibi Room really comes alive at night. The "modern tavern" continues a legacy to support independent films and their creators by providing space for filming, readings and wrap parties. It is also a great place to enjoy one of their 50 micro brews on tap or a selection from the great wine list to accompany with a few small plates. A real local favorite, Alibi plays host to everyone from the eccentric to the street smart.

Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-11:30pm; Fri 5pm-12:30am; Sat 10am-12:30am; Sun 10am-11:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card