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Nightlife Corner

Backstage Lounge at Hennessy Park Hotel

Found in the Hennessy Park Hotel, many acts take place in this lounge bar, from visual arts to fashion shows and live music, all converging to create a trendy yet muted ambience, one with an exclusive showbiz feel. The performances may change from night to night, but not the vibe. The airy terrace is perfect for chilling one of the comfy sofas or for enjoying specialty pizzas cooked in a wood-burning oven. Be sure to check out the Mojito Lab and its not-to-be-missed Black Mojito.

Fifty Five Lounge Club

The rich décor in violet and red gives this Mauritian nightclub a very inviting look. Life size posters of famous personalities don the walls and dim lighting with pulsating music sets the mood for a fantastic evening. Many international and famed musicians like DJ Fergusan, Think Aloud Band, and Feat DJ Wiky have graced the stage of Fifty Five Lounge Club in the past. Usual visitors to this club are quite sober. It could be your haunt if you like to party in style while swaying to the entrancing music. From the menu, make sure to try their Mushroom Brulee and Mezze platter.

Opening hours: 6 pm to 2 am, daily | Location: Grand Baie, Mauritius

Zoobar

Wine, dine, and play! This is the motto at Zoobar. Party hoppers come here to have a laid-back and chilled-out evening. There is no dress or ,conduct code, which means you can just be yourself. The best way to relax here is to grab a glass of chilled beer, even if you are in a mood for a hard drink. It is a crime to not taste their beer!

From the menu, one of the best dishes you should have here is Bouillon Crabes Crab Bouillon. The creamy texture and right amount of spices added to the dish perfectly enhance the crispiness of your beer and whiskey.

Opening hours: 6 pm to 1.30 am, every day

Location: Quatre Bornes, Mauritius

Kenzi Bar

Now this is the spot where you can have a truly hippie experience. Wooden furniture, sand floor, cabana style decor, delicious cold drinks and finger-licking finger-food – everything here adds its bit to the inviting and warm ambiance. Music, food, drinks, people, and most importantly, the aura of Kenzi Bar ensures that you can’t stay off the dance floor.

The crowd here is mostly open and friendly; neither stuffy nor intrusive. Live dance performances and music acts are added attractions.

Opening hours: 24*7

Location: Avenue Petite Marie, Flic en Flac

C Beach Club

The first beach club in Mauritius, C Beach Club is the playground for the classy and elegant. Always brimming with chic music, the club has perfect ambiance to let the cocktails keep coming, without giving a damn. Occasional international DJ nights draw in the most crowd here. Sometimes, people stay back celebrating the Sunday night gigs and leave after having the scrumptious Sunday brunch in the morning. Do, visit to experience the best nightlife in Mauritius here. It is the top choice for international events and important meets in Mauritius.

From the menu, relish the finger licking food and enjoy the classy beverages. Also, ask the bartender to throw in some atomic cocktails for you.

Opening hour: 10 am to 11 pm from Monday to Thursday. 10 am to 2 am from Friday

Flying Dodo

Flying Dodo, the first microbrewery in Mauritius, has recently been opened by Lambic. Do visit to take in the aroma of beers and berries to witness the best nightlife in Mauritius. From the menu, the crispiness of various beers can be very well enjoyed with beer-battered fish and chips, in a newspaper cone. There is even a glass-walled beershop from where you can stock yourself on your favorite beer supply. It is one of the best places to enjoy Mauritius nightlife.

From the menu: Craft beer, fish and chips, curry

Opening hours: 10 AM – 12 AM

Location: 1, Mall of Mauritius, Bagatelle, Reduit 80832, Mauritius

Merveilles Restro-Bar

Big Willy’s is a big sports bar, night club, restaurant, and beer garden. The big screens and surround sound system have the sports fans thoroughly covered and pleased. Its manicured garden, boardwalk and pleasant umbrellas give a nice feel to alfresco area. Plus it’s quite spacious to accommodate a fairly huge crowd. Don’t miss out on this place if you wish to get the best of nightlife in mauritius island!

Big Willy gives a slightly different-chilled out, casual, cozy and laidback-image of the glittering Mauritian nightlife.

From the menu, their beer and steak combination is the perfect meal for most guests. Further, a huge beer assortment and an extensive menu cover a variety of palettes.

Opening hours: 10 am to 10.30 pm from Tuesday to Thursday. 4 pm to 5 am from Friday to Saturday. Sundays and Mondays are usually close nights for them, until there is some special occasion.

Location: Tamarin Bay, West Mauritius

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