If you're in need of an alcoholic drink, there are bars in all the
five-star hotels, and plenty of local hangouts. Hot night spots
include
Cap D'Or, El Gato Negro, Cafe Curnosky
and
El Cinzano. Those who prefer a bit of Old
World charm need look no further than the
Barrel
Lounge and Bar, and the
Odeon Palace Bar.
However, please do not get drunk and start rolling around the
streets or drink on the streets&mdahs;it won't impress the
locals. There have been warnings issued by embassies telling people
not to drink locally-manufactured spirits—this has apparently
resulted in death for some people. Whether or not this is true, it
perhaps isn't worth the risk. The local beer, "Stella," and her
relatives, are fine though.