10 Best Bars in Brasilia and the West, Brazil

If you want to experience a typical Brazilian happy hour, go to the traditional Bar Brasília, known for having the best draft beer in town. Traditional appetizers such as bolinho de bacalhau (cod cake) round out the offerings.

An eclectic bar-restaurant with Middle Eastern flair, Beirute has been in business since 1966. During its first decade it drew politicians making deals; today the gay-friendly place attracts a wide range of people. It's known for its ice-cold beer and Lebanese snacks. There's also a branch in the Asa Norte.

This is one of Cuiabá's liveliest and largest bar/restaurant combinations, with live music every night. Try the jacaré (caiman).

One of Brasília's less pretentious and more relaxed places for a drink, this bustling bar serves cheap and popular Middle Eastern snacks as well as the all-important ice cold chopp (draft beer).

This cosmopolitan bar and restaurant has become one of the most popular places in town for Brasília's young and alternative set, drawn here by the stylish interior design, international cuisine, imported beers, and DJs who know how to read a crowd.

A popular place for winding down after work, Pinella stocks a large selection of beers. Live music or DJs keep things lively.