After a long work day, sometimes all you need is a good cocktail! Or, maybe just a good night out with your best pals. You’ll find a cocktail for any occasion in Gastown - celebrating with coworkers, showing off the city, catching up with friends, or just the usual end-of-the-day, I-need-a-drink cocktail. Come down and stay for a while!
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Scroll down to find our favourite cocktail joints in Gastown. Happy sippin'!
162 Water St
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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. There's plenty of time to grab a cocktail at this place, they're open for brunch, lunch, and dinner PLUS they have a happy hour every day from 3pm-6pm and 10pm-late. Pair that with their live music and you got the perfect date.
1 Alexander Street, Underground
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Do you know what goes well with cocktails? Live music! And there’s plenty of both at Guilt & Co! There’s no better escape than heading down to this magical space where there’s music in the air 7 nights a week! They have a fun and delicious cocktail list including the #1 crush and grounds for divorce. You'll have to go in to try them all for yourself. They also have a couple non-alcoholic cocktails so everyone can get in on the experience!
300 Water St.
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Up the stairs above the iconic Water St. Café hides another amazing live music venue in Gastown and Vancouver, the 2nd Floor Gastown. With shows every night of the week, there's time for you to enjoy a cocktail whenever you like. Their list of spirits is extensive and they have a well-rounded list of cocktails. Get cozy and enjoy a classic vodka martini or go for a smoked old fashioned while listening to some live tunes.
212 Abbott St
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A hidden gem with a speakeasy vibe and vintage flair. If you think their trendy environment is cool, wait until you try their cocktails! The well-appointed back bar fills every need with its educated cocktailers steering the ship with unapologetically strong, adult drinks. Walk through their doors and you'll already know you're in for a treat. They also have weekly live music to go alongside your cocktail adventure.
217 Carrall St
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It doesn’t get classier than L’Abottoir. French influenced West Coast fare paired with equally exquisite cocktails. This restaurant has been a staple in the Gastown neighbourhood and you'll see why once you dine in or sip on a drink at their bar. Their interior is cozy and they have a beautiful setting in the back near Blood Alley. With their seasonal cocktails, there's a reason to keep going back.
15 W Cordova St
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If you love tacos AND cocktails, look no further than Tacofino! They have a thirst-quenching cocktail menu for any palate. Sip on this list: Blackberry Margarita, El Cesar, Beet Ginger Sour, Apple Rhubarb Caipirinha, and a whole lot more. The energy is always alive at this Gastown staple and a solid choice for your next night out.
1 W Cordova
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Cocktails with a Ukrainian twist! You might be familiar with Kozak's two other locations in New West and Victoria Drive. They serve up high-quality homemade Ukrainian food and baked goods and their Gastown location boasts an extensive cocktail list. Enjoy classic cocktails or go for a unique signature drink such as the La Femme, Bagateliya, Dandelion, Pornozirka & more. Mmm mmm!
375 Water St #105
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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!
181 Carrall St
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A taste of Mexico, in Gastown! Here you’ll find playful dishes and a lively atmosphere inspired by Chef Higareda’s father. The bar 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.
62 E Cordova St
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Gastronomy Gastown combines modern Vancouver vibes with Italian influence, creating a one-of-a-kind culinary and cocktail experience. You've got to try their signature cocktails like the Pom Reader or T'amaros Problem! Gastronomy is open for dinner six days a week and they have a great happy hour from 3pm-6pm Sunday to Thursday.
238 Abbott St
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Arcana Spirit Lounge is a hidden occult speakeasy in Gastown that combines the mystery of the supernatural with the sophistication of a 1930's French salon. You wouldn't even know it's there, it's disguised as a 'Pet Psychic' storefront! Once inside, you'll discover a unique world of handcrafted cocktails inspired by the Tarot duck, along with a diverse food menu that puts a modern spin on classic flavours.
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