Nightclubs and bars in Bacolod City

The Villa Angela East Block is an IT park. On the second floor is a call center(I forgot what the company name was) but on the ground floor you have a variety of restaurants and bars. It's not exactly a place where most locals go since its too far from the downtown area or other nightlife spots but my friends and I find it ideal for our small clique where we eat and drink every 3-4 months (depending on how busy we are with school).

Dress Code: No dress codes, but as usual..you know Bacolodnons and their wanting to look good. :)

Another local coffeeplace. They have a good deli selection and my hubby declares that their coffee is better that Bo's, Figaro's or Starbucks. At half the price too. The place has wifi and very airy and comfy.

Dress Code: casual

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The NGC Park is a favorite nightspot of locals and tourists. The fresh air, the beautiful park and the fountain with colorful lights attract a big crowd to spend their evening there. During the asskara Festival season, people look forward to seeing more attractions in the park. This year (2011), there were brightly colored floating installations in the pond, the design of most of which were inspired by masks.

When you go to Bacolod City for the Masskara Festival, don't miss the chance to go to the NGC Park in the evening. Remember to bring your camera. Bring snacks, but bring your trash!

Dress Code: Come as you are. There is no strict dress code

A quaint bar at Metrodome where they have live acoustic music. The ambiance is very laid back, very ideal if you want to spend the first part of your evening relaxing, drinking and talking with friends. The band that was playing when we were there was really good, not sure if they're an in-house band though.

For the adventurous, they have ABSINTHE ;)

oh, and they serve complimentary popcorn too :D

Dress Code: Refer to the usual Bacolod dress code thing. :)

This place is actually does not only provide live music but sing along and billiard games as well. If you prefer any of those interesting activities, then drop by at this place once you visit Bacolod. It wont be difficult to locate this place as most Bacolodons know where this place is.

Dress Code: Jeans and shirts will do

Nestled along one of Lacson's side streets is Saltimboca. Its a small pension house with ok facilities and a bar. I first experience their night life when my dad was invited by a friend to watch their live concert featuring local talents. It was a charity concert for cancer kids who had financial problems and couldn't afford the expensive medication.

The ceiling was too low for me and I guess its not good for claustrophobic people. For the concert, they had a theater type set-up for the reserved chairs and then surrounding that were other low lounge tables and chairs. In my opinion though, the concert was not exactly for the young or young at heart.

I asked for the bar list and was disappointed by the limited drink selection. Not a place you would want to go to if you want nice drinks.

Dress Code: As usual, no dress code, but please read my other notes on dressing up here in Bacolod.

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This quaint little night spot is located in a corner of Piazza Sorrento. It's ideal for small group gatherings where you can just talk and chill out. The place offers beer, cocktails and a number of appetizers. They also have shisha or hookah (P150/hour), card and palm reading, henna tattoo, permanent tattoo and the like. A place worth visiting for those nights where you just want to kick off your shoes and put your hair down.

Dress Code: No dress code.

Mu Shu is an Asian restaurant during the day and up until around 10pm. This innocent place is turned into the ultimate party place at night. Tables and chairs are moved to the sides, a dj's table is put up and the center of the restaurant is converted into a dance floor. Parties don't end until the wee hours of the morning.

Dress Code: You wouldn't want to be caught dead wearing normal clothes while on a night out in Bacolod.