NIGHTLIFE

LOS CABOS NIGHTLIFE IS THE RIGHT LIFE.

By Dawna L. Robertson

Dark AfterCabo Los Cabos is praised for its sunny disposition and easygoing beach vibe, but it is equally lauded as a dynamic, after-dark destination, igniting when the sun slips below the horizon. In Cabo San Lucas, where a handful of iconic dance clubs and live rock venues have continued to bolster the party-hardy mantra for decades, nightlife is undeniably the right life. San José del Cabo joins the party with smoky mezcals and signature brews quenching cultured thirsts, while sophisticated resorts along The Corridor elevate the scene

with trendy rooftop lounges tempting patrons with expertly blended cocktails.

DOUBLE YOUR PLEASURE

With prime locations in the heart of downtown San José del Cabo and on Médano Beach, La Lupita Taco & Mezcal is revered by night owls craving authentic Mexican fare that’s best savored with a local craft beer and nightcap shot of artisanal mezcal. Enjoy a cheerful demeanor enhanced with sugar skulls and bright colors adorning a pared-down dining hall. Live music amps up the evening appeal.

Baja Brewing Co. has been raising the bar on Baja California Sur’s craft brewing culture since its inception in 2007. The beer-centric company was launched with a mission to bring a craft brewing climate to Mexico similar to what exists in Colorado — where founder and brewmaster Jordan Gardenhire

and partner Rob Kelly first began brewing beer while attending the University of Colorado at Boulder.

The copper-clad brewpub’s restaurant and beer garden, located in the heart of San José del Cabo's historic art district, display an original statue of Saint Lucas, the patron saint of brewers. A massive glass wall invites customers to peer into the 1,000-gallon tanks that produce the pints they consume.

Sip a cold one at Baja Brewing’s rooftop terrace at Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa on Médano Beach, where a modern cantina dazzles with spectacular views of Land’s End.

Aside from its Baja Blonde, Black, Red, and Stout, these hot cantinas let it flow with seasonal drafts on tap. Graze on creative nosh from a menu ranging from traditional pub fare and beer dough pizzas to more sophisticated specialties like panko-crusted sea bass.

As a new point of pride, Baja Brewing Co. reigns as the most decorated of 130 participating breweries at Mexico’s prestigious Copa Cerveza beer competition in 2021. Sipping and sizing up more than 600 beers in 42 categories, some 30 international judges tapped Baja Brewing Co. as the Best Large Brewery in Mexico.

CABO VIBE & VIEW

Also elevating the Médano Beach nightlife vibe at Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa, Rooftop 360 shines with creative craft cocktails and savory bites as live DJs set the tone for a highenergy evening of dancing under the stars.

Reflecting its moniker, the ninth-floor perch offers a panoramic 360-degree view encompassing the Sea of Cortés and the city skyline. Flanked by sparkling infinity pools, the chic

setting satiates with a global menu — from Mexican bites to sushi rolls perfectly paired with handcrafted signature cocktails.

The Cape, A Thompson Hotel, is a magnet for those craving sizzling nightlife in a gorgeous setting along The Corridor. Beyond the Lobby Bar, with its sunken-lounge design and pool table, The Rooftop is a sky bar with views of downtown Cabo San Lucas and El

Arco. Emblematic of its Baja California Sur locale, this swanky soiree scene features lush greenery, an open-air bar, sunken communal seating, fire pits, and serene water features.

Enjoy bite-sized snacks and fresh local seafood while sipping custom cocktails like The Cape, the house’s namesake concoction merging basil and mint-infused mezcal with pineapple, grapefruit juice, and bitters.

At Viceroy Los Cabos’ Cielomar Rooftop, toast gorgeous views spanning from sparkling Pacific waters on one side and vibrant, fiery sunsets on the other. Specialties prepared on wood-fire grills and in a brick oven pay homage to the simplicity and soul of each ingredient. On Friday and Saturday evenings, live music adds to the spirited atmosphere.

SHROUDED IN MYSTERY

For the first time in more than 20 years, guests at the fivestar Las Ventanas al Paraíso, a Rosewood Resort, can enjoy live music and expertly crafted cocktails until 2 a.m. in an intimate and sophisticated setting.

Inspired by the prohibition era — when it was illegal to serve alcohol, so people had to enjoy a drink discreetly — the aptly named La Botica is an elevated speakeasy featuring art deco design elements evocative of the period. In-the-know guests enter the exclusive bar through a nondescript door off the lobby, under the guise of a vintage Coca-Cola refrigerator. Partiers are drawn in by an external entrance into a glamorous private space reminiscent of a 1920s-era apothecary.