Antananarivo is a real nightlife capital, with some of the best bars found in crowded places like Analakely or in the quiet square of Antaninarenina. Whether you favour beers, cocktails or a full-bodied glass of wine, Antananarivo has a wide variety of locations to quench your thirst.
Located in the five-star Hotel Carlton, Kudéta Urban Club (KUB) feels special as soon as you step inside. Opened in 2008, it boasts a red carpeted walkway and a warm and friendly atmosphere. Its elegant yet contemporary ambience make it a required stop, not least for its jaw-droppingly large mojito that serves more than two people.
The Kudéta Lounge Bar is situated in the La Reunion Road in Isoraka. It’s a modern restaurant and bar with oriental features and a caramel-colored decor. Head bartender Ninie serves up the best mojito in the city, while for food it’s difficult to beat Rudy’s foie gras-based dishes: zebu steak marinated in foie gras sauce, or the foie gras poêlé with eucalyptus honey.
Le Buffet du Jardin is the place to go to try something different. Maxime, the bartender and chef creates some interesting yet delicious concoctions. Its the best place to sample a masterfully delicate piña colada, and the wine menu boasts an amazing selection. The Bizet wines are arguably the best on the menu.
The mojito, the Bloody Mary and the Ti-punch are the best cocktails available at Le Bar Terrasse of the four-star Colbert Hotel – the mojito here, while traditionall ymade using rum, lemon and mint, is given a subtle twist by incorporating seasonal fruit. With its extensive cocktail menu, this spot is the kind of relaxing place that makes you want to stick around for drink after drink.
Bartender Havana and her colleagues are the best at what they do – few have found the balance between being able to create amazing cocktails, deliver five-star hospitality and provide a relaxing atmosphere as successfully as the team at the World Citizen bar. The fruity 50cl mojito with strawberries and passionfruit is a must-try.
The No Comment Bar situated in Ampasamadinika remains one of the most popular cocktail bars in the capital. No Comment is renowned for its caipirinha – however, the bar also serves as a specialist whisky venue with more than 70 different varieties. They also offer an amazing tapas selection, making it a popular place that locals frequent after work.
Madagascar Underground is a delight for beer-lovers. This colourful bar is known for its relaxed atmosphere as well as its locally brewed and unrivalled craft beers. Here you’ll find tasty Mexican food such as tacos, nachos, and quesadillas. On Tuesdays and Thursdays patrons can enjoy happy hour from 7pm-8pm – the best cocktail on offer is hands down their 2-for-1 margaritas.
Located in the oldest building on the famous Independence Avenue, Le Glacier is a popular destination for tourists and music-lovers in general. Le Glacier is renowned for its winning combination of music, food, and cocktails. Every weekend the bar opens its door to emerging talents as well as beer-lovers. Le Glacier is also known for its selection of delicious local snacks.
