Nightlife

Trinidad and Tobago never sleep and you will be dumbfounded at the mind-boggling activities that this country has to offer tourists and locals alike.

The nightlife in Trinidad and Tobago is one thing to reckon with. The party heat is always on and one can put on their dancing boots and boogie all night long, the Trinidad and Tobago way.

Several nightclubs, discs, bars, casinos, cafés and pubs are scattered around the islands, which get that adrenaline pumping. Apart from this, there are other kinds of subtle entertainment to choose from, like movie houses, theatre productions and local calypso and comedy shows.

Nightlife is centered round the capital, Port of Spain, where some pubs and bars have been instituted. Eating and drinking being the way of resident's life, local cuisines inspired by the Creole, Chinese and Indians can be found in wide variety. In addition to this, one can sit and relax to the tune of some soothing live music in several resorts of Tobago. Trinidad is a musical city where Calypso, soca and other distinct music types have originated.

A. Favorite Spots

Shipwreck Bar

Blue Waters Inn

Speyside

Trinidad and Tobago

Tel: +1 868 639 4341

It's a bar placed in the Blue Waters Inn. The Caribbean cocktails served here are a must have on your list. Snorkeling enthusiasts and divers are regularly visit this venue.

Crown Point

Trinidad and Tobago

Deep Night Club

Sandy Point Village

Tel: +1 868 639 0820 and +1 868 639 8496

Opening Hours 10pm - 4am, Friday to Saturdays

This nightclub is located in the Sandy Point Village in Crown Point. They open on Fridays and Saturdays at 10pm. The sounds of calypso, soca, and reggae can be enjoyed here, along with the modern styles of music. It is in close proximity to the Crown Point Airport and many other restaurants as well.

Café Coco

Tel: 1 868 639 0996

Fax: 1 868 639 8574

E-mail: cocoreef-tobago@trinidad.net

Website: www.cocoreef.com.com

This is a new restaurant and bar that can house around 200 people. They specialize in seafood and Caribbean cuisine.

Pelican Reef Bar & Grill

Tel: 1 868 660 8000 (Reservations)

Tel/Fax: 1 868 631 8080

Email: ma9780@yahoo.com

With open air seating arrangements, the diners can enjoy their food with some great live music. Reservations are suggested before visiting this place. They specialize in seafood, steak and pasta. The place remains open from Tuesdays to Thursdays.

Shirvan Watermill Tobago

Tel: 1 868 639 0000

Fax: 1 868 639 0534

E-mail: swmill@tstt.net.tt

Website: www.skyviews.com/tobago/shirvan

This is a garden restaurant that serves sumptuous dinner with cocktails after 5pm. This joint remains open on weekdays only.

Ciao Café

Tel/Fax: 1 868 639 3001

E-mail: ciaocafe-tobago@yahoo.it

Ciao Café is an Italian restaurant and bar that serves homemade ice creams, aperitifs & stuzzichini.

Other popular joints include The Pelican in the Port of Spain suburbs, Screamers in Central Trinidad and Celebs in the South. These joints open up on Fridays. The TGIF Restaurant around the Savannah is another great place to enjoy in the company of family and friends. The Ariapita Avenue in Port of Spain, popularly known as "The Strip" has a vagary of bars, sidewalk cafes, casinos and restaurants to entertain the tourists.

Another happening joint to pass the night away is Chaguaramas, which is situated on the North West coast of the island, known formerly as the American Naval Base during World War II. Nightclubs here include Pier One, which hosts a Latin Night dance party, The Base, a hot and happening spot for the young and restless. MOBS 2 shares a number of great outdoor concerts, and The Anchorage forms a immensely popular venue for a tropical fête.