Madrid: Nightlife

Ananda Sipping a drink on one of Madrid’s many terraces is the essence of marcha Madrileña, the city’s famed nightlife; the lantern-lit patio of this Hindu-inspired club is tops with fashionistas. Estación de Atocha; 011-34-91-506-0256; www.ananda.es
trendy | patio | electronica

Casa Patas A night at a tablao (flamenco club) is one of Madrid’s musts; this upscale institution, often hosting big-name performers, is a great spot to experience the fiery music and dance from southern Spain. Lavapiés; Calle Cañizares 10; 011-34-91-369-0496; www.casapatas.com
smart splurge | live music | local favorite | flamenco

Del Diego Sample Diego’s famous dry martinis, or another of the 50+ varieties of terrific cocktails, in an intimate wood-and-steel interior. Centro; Calle de la Reina 12; 011-34-91-523-3106
lounge | bar

Espacio Flamenco On weekends, this flamenco shop doubles as a tablao (flamenco club) but otherwise offers a variety of dancing, playing, and singing classes. Rastro; Ribera de Curtidores 26, Local 4; 011-34-91-298-1955; espacio.deflamenco.com
live music | flamenco

La Soleá Impromptu jams entice passersby to this laid-back, informal flamenco joint. La Latina; Calle Cava Baja 34; 011-34-91-366-0534
live music | local favorite | flamenco

Museo Chicote Since pioneering the city’s bar scene in 1931, this Art Deco classic has hosted a string of luminaries, like Hemingway, Bette Davis, and Frank Sinatra, and still attracts a mixed crowd for its great cocktails. Centro; Gran Vía 12; 011-34-91-532-6737; www.museo-chicote.com
historic | bar

Reinabruja At Madrid’s hottest club of the moment, a good-looking crowd gets down to groovy tunes amidst the columns, multicolored lighting, and wavy walls of this design-conscious spot. Centro; Calle Jacometrenzo 6; 011-34-91-542-8193; www.reinabruja.com
trendy | dancing | nightclub | dj | electronica | scene | editor pick