酒吧与夜店 in San Miguel de Allende

San Miguel de Allende punches well above its size when it comes to nightlife. As an expat, you'll find the bar scene here is sophisticated without being pretentious, rooftop venues like Luna Rooftop and Mx RoofTop offer sweeping views of the Parroquia and the colonial skyline, making sundowners here genuinely spectacular. Botanero Veintiuno draws a lively mixed crowd of locals and expats with its botana culture, you order drinks and the kitchen sends out free snacks, a fantastic local tradition. Most bars are concentrated within walking distance of the Jardín Principal, which means you can stroll between venues easily and safely. Mezcal and craft cocktails dominate menus, and quality is high, you'll pay 120-200 MXN (US$6-10) for a well-made drink. The scene peaks Thursday through Saturday, with live music at many venues. Things start late by North American standards; most bars don't fill up until 9 or 10pm. The altitude means alcohol hits faster than you might expect, pace yourself accordingly.