Au Bar
674 Seymour St
604-648-2227
A good mix of music. It’s small, but has a nice atmosphere.

Barcelona Ultra Lounge
1180 Granville Street
604 249-5151
The dance floor at Barcelona isn’t that big, but it is well ventilated so you don’t feel like you’re dancing in a sauna. The cover charge is rather steep.

Celebrities Night Club
1022 Davie
604-681-6180
Premier Gay Night Club

Cellar Restaurant and Jazz Club
3611 West Broadway
604-738-1959
This is the most serious jazz club in town.

Commodore Ballroom
870 Granville Street
604 739-4550
The Commodore Ballroom was built in the 20′s, and has has a variety of venues over the years. It has a wonderful “sprung” dance floor, and the updated sound system is a bonus.

Railway Club
579 Dunsmuir
604-681-1625
With a focus on local live music and a nice selection of beers, the Railway Club is a nice downtown find. The clientele is refreshingly unpretentious.

Roxy Night Club
932 Granville Street
This place is popular; you have to wait in line to get in unless you arrive early. The rock music is enjoyed by a white clientele, and the cover charge is reasonable.

Waldorf
1489 East Hastings Street
604.253.7141
The Waldorf was a going concern when it opened 63 years ago. It has been renovated into a multi-purpose venue which includes contemporary art, music, food and special events.