African Papa , 2-1-4 Izumi, Higashi-ku. Seats are around the bar at this friendly basement enclave near Takaoka subway station; curry and other eclectic dishes made with Sri Lankan spices make it a great spot for dinner. Mon-Sat 7pm-1am.
Click , 3F, Toe Building, 4-11-6 Sakae. Small bar and club where the music ranges from bluegrass and jazz to hip-hop. Entrance on Fri & Sat is ¥1500 including two drinks, while women get in free 8-10pm.
ID Bar , 3-1-15 Sakae. Psychedelic flowers decorate this multi-level bar and club with a funky vibe. The ¥1000 entrance gets you two tokens that can be used for food or drinks, all priced at ¥500. Open Tues-Sun 6pm-midnight.
Santa Barbara Restaurant and Bar Grill , beside exit 3 of the 4su Kannon subway station. Most people come to drink, play pool and just hang out at this California-style restaurant. With special events every night, good music and a outdoor wooden deck, you'll find most of Nagoya's gaijin community here.
Underground , 4-3 Sakae. On third and fourth floors of a corner building. Look for the London Underground symbol on the door to this long-running club, also known as Lush . Dark, crowded at weekends, but a good place to dance. Entrance is ¥1500 on Fri & Sat, including two drinks. Daily 9pm-5am.