Bars in Salvador

Being a large city popular with tourists, there are many bars to choose from. Here is a list of some bars by theme as listed in Brazil´s biggest circulation magazine, Veja:

Best Beach Bar

Tent Lôro 

For those who just want to enjoy the beach while sipping a drink, Lôro offers a cocktail of vodka, lemon zest, basil and a pinch of ground black pepper. The atmosphere is relaxed and there is music provided by local dj’s. Good food, good wine, good location. Beach Aleluia, s / n, Praia do Flamengo

Best Tavern

Boteco do França

Located in an alley amid the hubbub of the Rio Vermelho, the bar is a meeting point for journalists, publicists, musicians and artists. Antônio Vieira, Along with partner José Raimundo de Almeida Santos, welcomes guests and oversees the work in the kitchen. Among the most appealing options is dried meat with pumpkin puree ($ 28.00 for two people) Rua Borges dos Reis, 24-A, Rio Vermelho 

Best for Crab

Cabana da Cely

For lovers of crustaceans, this is the best bar to come to. Enjoy chilled beers with your perfectly cooked crab. The outlet was established in 1995 and became so popular they have expanded to 4 outlets across the city. See the website for locations. www.cabanadacely.com.br

Best Late Night Bar

Caminho de Casa

This lively bar has been established over 20 years. The local customers are loyal, as are the staff – some have been here since it opened! Family recipe food is available including Jerk chicken with mashed plantain. It is open 24 hours a day, so whenever you are thirsty, hungry or craving company, this is the place to go. Rua Anísio Teixeira, 161, loja 34, Shopping Boulevard 161, Itaigara

Best Happy Hour

Acqua Café

Late afternoons can be spent here, sipping happy hour drinks to get you relaxed.  With a unique view over the bay, this charming bar has a rustic feel and a large outdoor, decked area. There is a light menu including a variety of crepes which are named after local boats. Avenida Contorno, 1010, Bahia Marina, Comércio

Best Live Music

Boomerangue

The audience here is mainly under 25 years old. They come to watch a variety of live music from progressive rock to electro beats. The venue welcomes new talent as well as established bands and local favourites. DJ’s playing house, techno and other styles of music are to be heard in the upstairs bar. There are also comedy nights and other themed events. There are light snacks available and a list of cocktails from the menu. The doors open at 22:00 hours during the week and close when the last customer decides to part. Rua da Paciência, 307, Rio Vermelho

Best for Flirting

Leopoldinna

This bar is run by a group of ten friends who converted an old tennis club into "THE" place to go for flirting. It is an intimate crowd, who come here for the pop rock and 80’s music from Thursdays to Saturdays. The food and drink menu is stylish and sophisticated and attracts similar customers.  Teriyaki Salmon with broccoli rice washed down with a strawberry caipirosco for example. Avenida Princesa Leopoldina, 398, Graça