From The Fairmont Waterfront Best Nearby Bars (Nightlife) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Vancouver, BC 900 West Lounge (Nightlife - Bars) 900 W Georgia St Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver  BC  V6C 2W6 • 604-684-3131 Distance: ~0.634 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Elegant but unpretentious, this wine bar revels in its care of patrons – in service, in regional cuisine, and in wines. Folks from all walks come to indulge in creative fare that melds local and Asian sensibilities. Better yet is the appeal of the bar, which presents 500 selections, including 75 by-the-glass offerings from across the globe. Martinis are also a strong suit, and they're especially good coupled with complimentary appetizers during happy hour. Live jazz only solidifies the allure of this terrific place. Blarney Stone (Nightlife - Bars) 216 Carral St, Vancouver  BC  V6B 2J1 • 604-687-4322 Distance: ~0.829 km         Description: GASTOWN. Always featuring lively Celtic house bands on the weekends, this Gastown-area bar packs in a crowd that is growing along with their reputation as a midsize live-music destination. Recent renovations include a new, larger stage, an improved sound system and better seating. A mezzanine offers another great sightline to the entertainment which also features touring artists and high-drawing local acts. And it is still a great place to quaff a pint and chat up the locals. Alibi Room (Nightlife - Bars) 157 Alexander St, Vancouver  BC • 604-623-3383 Distance: ~1.008 km         Description: RAILTOWN. A popular restaurant by day, the Alibi Room really comes alive at night. Under new ownedrship and the culinary direction of a new chef, lunch, dinner and weekend bruch are a delight for the gourmand. The club continues a legacy to support independent films and their creators by providing space for filiming, readings and wrap parties. It is also a great place to dance to the mixed rhythms of rotating DJs or enjoy one of their specialty vodka drinks. You'll also find a great wine list to accompany the small plates. A real local favorite, Alibi plays host to everyone from the eccentric to the street smart. Buffalo Club (Nightlife - Bars) 1161 Granville St, Vancouver  BC • 604-688-7803 Distance: ~1.410 km         Description: A revolving roster of Vancouver's best local rock bands play here night after night. Emerging and established talent, sometimes as many as four acts in one night, take the small stage to rally an already energetic crowd that packs in to discover the latest and greatest on the music scene. DJs spin on nights with no entertainment, but the fun doesn't stop coming with drink specials, a mechanical bull and the occasional Tropical Heat Foam Party where the heat gets turned up, foam sprayers turned on and all are encouraged to slip into their skimpiest beachwear and get sticky. Opus Bar (Nightlife - Bars) 322 Davie St Opus Hotel, Vancouver  BC  V6B 5Z6 • 604-642-0557 • 604-642-6787 Distance: ~1.564 km         Description: YALETOWN. Often a haven for visiting celebrities, this romantic, elegant bar is awash in fabric and metallic hues. Its beautiful clientele come to mingle with each other while sipping a wealth of creative cocktails, liqueurs and wines. They include martinis with such evocative names as one love and dragon boat. A tapas menu looks to Asian cuisine for its inspiration and offers perfect complements to the selection of drinks. And technology makes a show in the restrooms, where wall screens showcase bar activity while you're "away." Vintropolis Wine Bar & Bistro (Nightlife - Bars) 1809 W 1st Ave, Vancouver  BC  V6J 5B8 • 604-732-8877 Distance: ~3.044 km         Description: Sip and taste, savor and nibble the hours away with an array of wine flights, tapas and other delectable dishes in this casual yet sophisticated establishment. Diners fill the long, narrow high-ceilinged space anchored by an elegant bar with high seats and tables to match. The menu of wine-friendly tapas includes anchovy and mint marinated lamb chops, spicy tuna tartare while entrees range from a veggie pizza, to beef tenderloin and a selection handcrafted cheeses. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.