Matina Town Square

Bars & Nightlife

Nightlife in Davao might not seem quite as vibrant as you would expect from a cosmopolitan city. This may be due to the alcohol curfew currently imposed here. The curfew forbids the sale and consumption of alcohol in public places between midnight and 8 am. This regulation has forced many business owners to convert bars into restaurants and massage parlours, a transformation most noticeable in Torres Street, the former Davao nightlife hot-spot. Despite the curfew, there are some popular evening venues still in operation, including jazz clubs and piano bars, excellent restaurants with live music, and even nightclubs, leaving visitors with quite a few options to choose from.

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Matina Town Square

Matina Town Square is the well-established nightlife centre of Davao. The MTS (as it is often referred to) teems with bars, pubs, cafes, and restaurants of all sorts imaginable, and hosts nightly live music shows as well as indigenous music …

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Rizal Promenade

Located in the old part of town, the Rizal Promenade is an alleyway that is home to a number of restaurants, bars, and clubs (some with KTV, if karaoke is something you're up for). The vibe here is quite laid-back, and bar-hopping couldn't be …

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Club Echelon

Currently one of the hottest nightclubs in town, Echelon is an upscale nightlife establishment that draws a diverse crowd. DJs spin the hottest tunes, and live shows are hosted frequently.There is an entrance fee that includes a complimentary drink. …

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Some Place Else Bar, Restaurant & Coffee Shop

At this relaxed bar, you can take the chance to try an authentic Egyptian Shisha Pipe. Take a seat in a comfy lounge chair and make your selection from the over 30 flavours. The bar also offers an array of liquors and drinks, including artisan …

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Blue Room Jazz Bar

A great place to relax, the "Blue Room" has live jazz musicians playing each evening. Cocktails and drinks are served, and visitors can enjoy dining on buffet-style food in its Entrée …

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Pirates Pub

This pub offers everything for the sport and beer-fanatics. Order a cold beer from the tap and play some pool or dart with your friends while you are waiting for the next football game to start on the TV screen. There is also a menu with typical pub food such as pies and fish …

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