Yangon is Myanmar's largest city and former capital, a humid river port where the golden Shwedagon Pagoda rises above a downtown of colonial buildings, tea shops, markets and Buddhist temples.
Yangon's nightlife is modest and early compared with other Asian capitals. Beer stations, rooftop bars and hotel lounges dominate; most venues close around 23:00-01:00. The 19th Street BBQ strip is the liveliest street scene.
Low-key, beer-driven and early
At a glance
- Peak hours
- 19:00-23:00; most venues close by 01:00
- Average drink
- Beer 2,000-4,000 MMK (~$0.45-0.95); cocktails 10,000-25,000 MMK (~$2.30-5.80)
- Dress code
- Smart casual in bars and hotels; shorts and tank tops are acceptable in beer stations but not in formal venues.
- Cover charge
- Check security advisories before nights out.
Nightlife districts
Where the action happens after dark.
19th Street (Chinatown)
BBQ skewers, beer stations and street tables
Best for: Street food and beer
Downtown colonial core
Bars and restaurants around Pansodan and the Strand
Best for: Cocktails and conversation
Bahan and Kandawgyi Lake
Rooftops and lakeside dining
Best for: Sunset drinks
Inya Lake and Kamayut
Lakeside bars and pubs
Best for: Bars with views
Bars & pubs
Where locals drink.
Union Bar and Grill
A downtown pub on 42nd Street near the river, a regular meeting point for expats and visitors.
Known for: Beer, burgers and live sport
42nd Street, Botahtaung Township, Yangon
Strand Bar
The long-established colonial bar inside The Strand Hotel, a good first stop for a refined evening drink.
Known for: Classic cocktails (gin and tonic, Singapore Sling)
92 Strand Road, Kyauktada Township, Yangon
Vista Bar Rooftop
A rooftop bar in Bahan with views toward the golden stupa.
Known for: Sunset drinks near Shwedagon
Shwe Gone Dine Road, Bahan Township, Yangon
KoSan Beer Station
A casual beer station on 19th Street, central to the Chinatown BBQ scene.
Known for: Local and imported beer
108 19th Street, Latha Township, Yangon
Harry's Bar (Junction Square)
A bar in the Junction Square complex serving the Kamayut district.
Known for: Cocktails and bar food
Kyuntaw Road (Junction Square), Kamaryut Township, Yangon
Yangon Sailing Club Bar
A lakeside clubhouse bar on Inya Lake, known for its relaxed sunset atmosphere.
Known for: Beer and sunset on Inya Lake
Inya Road, Kamaryut Township, Yangon
The Basement Bar
A basement bar on 13th Street in the Lanmadaw district.
Known for: Late-night drinks in Lanmadaw
13th Street, Lanmadaw Township, Yangon
Myanmar Beer Station
A busy beer station on Sint Oh Dan Street, a local-style drinking spot near Chinatown.
Known for: Draft beer and snacks
Sint Oh Dan Street, Lanmadaw Township, Yangon
Sky Bistro Lounge
The top-floor lounge at Sakura Tower, a sunset spot above downtown.
Known for: Cocktails with city views
Sakura Tower, 339 Bogyoke Aung San Road, Kyauktada Township, Yangon
Clubs
For dancing into the early hours.
Pioneer Club (Hotel Yangon Nightlife Lounge)
A late-night dance venue on the Pyay Road corridor, among the few places in Yangon open past midnight.
Cover: Varies by night (verify)
Hours: Typically Thu-Sat, late evening to 01:00 (verify)
Mojo Live Music Bar
A live-music bar popular with young Yangon residents, with a band stage and shared tables.
Cover: No cover (verify)
Hours: Daily, typically evenings to about 23:30 (verify)
Sky Lounge Dance Floor at Sakura Tower
Weekend DJ evenings on the upper floors of Sakura Tower overlooking downtown.
Cover: No cover (verify)
Hours: Typically Fri-Sat evenings (verify)
Live entertainment
Music, theatre, and performance venues.
Nightlife tips
Stay safe and have fun.
Check the local curfew and security situation before heading out at night.
Use ride-hailing or hotel taxis after dark.
Most venues close around 23:00-01:00; plan an early start.
Beer is inexpensive (about 2,000-4,000 MMK / ~$0.45-0.95 per bottle) at beer stations.
Avoid unlicensed venues and clubs with aggressive touts.
Keep valuables secure and drink only from sealed bottles.