Sport Planet
Located on the 3rd floor of "Plaza de las Americas". Is the Ecuadorian version of Hollywood Planet. The night sky of northen Quito is incredible and the food is great.
Turtle's Head
An english pub style bar that often has live music in the later hours. They have their own brews along with other popular beers. They also have pool tables, foosball, darts etc. As of June 2010 Turtle's Head is also open in the nearby valley of Cumbaya, located in the main plaza across from the church.
El pobre Diablo
Is one of the oldest cafe-bars in Quito. Almost every week there are some kind of cultural activity or a live concert. The food and the drinks are moderately priced. The "Vino caliente" and "canelazo" are recommended.
Zazu
Upscale restarant well worth the visit. Urban chic meets Quito, and the result is a very comfortable setting with outstanding cuisine and top notch service. Great wine list too. Located near the JW Marriott.
There are several Ecuadorian brands of beer, but the most prevalent throughout the country is Pilsener.However if you are looking for a better quality beer the "Club" in the green bottle is recommended. There are also some alcoholic drinks which can only be found in Quito like Mistelas, etc.
Q bar+restaurant+lounge
A very elegant lounge style bar. It's located on Foch Plaza so you have access to an even wider options nearby.
Sutra
A great place to have some drinks and have a chat, or just to pass the time. Is just above "no bar"
The Magic Bean
a good menu, excellent quality and big portions, a good "backpacker" vibe to the restaurant and english speaking staff, good juices, the only down sides are that it´s a bit pricey, and the service can be very slow.
guapulo
Check out the Guapulo area of Quito, its a winding steep area with several great bars and cafés with a real bohemian feel. Just be careful if you go in after sundown, since this area is a bit dodgy.
Dance clubs
Varadero
Reina victoria 1751 and la pinta; small, local and super sweaty, this bar-restaurant packs in the crowds for high-energy live cuban music. small cover to get in and drinks are moderately expensive.
El Aguijon
A favorite of locals and tourist, if you like ska, new punk and all kinds of alternative rock music this is the place for you, this is the best place in the city for you to hear the fusion between ecuadorian and latin rhythms like salsa, meringue vallenatos, cumbias, etc. and reggae, trip hop, trance, skapunk etc. located in the mariscal district.
"Seseribo"
Famous for being the first salsoteca in quito. ave. veintimilla & 12 de octubre bdg. el girã³n basement. they play tropical beats here and on wednesdays they have live salsa. the club also functions as a cultural space for live caribbean music, art expositions and book presentations.
Bungalow 6
Located at calama street - place for "gringos" to mingle with the locals. it's an overall fun place to go - wednesdays ladies night are the best day to go, definitley.
No Bar
One of the oldest places in quito. located at calama steet and juan leon mera.
Strawberry Fields Forever
Calama y juan leon mera - a unique beatle bar in the heart of la mariscal/rock and roll and more.
La Mariscal offers tons of places for dancing or just drinks.
Blooms
Blooms - Walking distance from Reina Victoria. It's more of beer pub than anything else, a nice place to start the night.
Outside of La Mariscal are other clubs that are more famous among locals.
Discoteca Blues
Av.republica - a popular late night electronica/rock club.