VA2007 - Nightlife - Cocktail Hour

George Ultra Lounge

1137 Hamilton Street, Vancouver B.C., 604-628-5555
The Place — The London-style lounge that sparked Vancouver’s love affair with handcrafted cocktails.
The Atmosphere — Suited ladies and gents come for after-office mixers.
The Signature — The Pomegranate Cosmopolitan: citrus vodka, Cointreau, lime and pomegranate juices, shaken, strained and garnished with flamed orange zest.

Zin Restaurant & Lounge

1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4, 604-408-1700
The Place — White flowing drapery and purple mood lighting complement an orbital layout.
The Atmosphere — Sunny days draw shoppers to the patio; nighttime favours couples.
The Signature — The Coriander Gimlet: gin, lime and coriander syrup, shaken and strained into a coriander-sugar-rimmed rocks glass with a lime and papaya garnish.

Oasis

1240 Thurlow Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1X5, 604-685-1724
The Place — Upscale tapas complement DJs, dancing and live jazz performances in the heart of the gay village.
The Atmosphere — The heated patio is a favourite for drinks before a night on the town.
The Signature — The Pomegranate: vodka, Euphoria pomegranate liqueur, shaken well with one lemon wedge, one lime wedge and a lemon twist.

Lolita’s South of the Border Cantina

1326 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC, 604-696-9996
The Place — A warm, island vibe with a modern Mexican-inspired flare—and a kitchen that’s open until 1:30 a.m.
The Atmosphere — It’s tiny, and it’s always packed—but it’s also worth the wait.
The Signature — The Piña Lolita: coconut rum, pineapple chunks, fresh coconut meat, fresh pineapple purée, garnished with a pineapple wedge.