Negril After Dark

Some of the best reggae bands in Jamaica, often from Kingston and often Bob Marley wannabes, show up in Negril. De Buss, Alfred's, and Risky Business are all major venues for reggae performances.

Alfred's on Norman Manley Boulevard, is a Jamaican experience where travelers will still feel welcome. Though catering more to locals, there's much intermingling, no cover, and a mix of ages here. You can also order a bite to eat until 11pm. Particularly interesting is the beach-party area, with a stage for live reggae and jazz acts. You can also boogie on the dance floor inside, shaking to hits you'll hear at clubs stateside.

De Buss, on Norman Manley Boulevard, is the most popular and versatile hangout on Negril Beach; it is large enough to accommodate major reggae concerts. You can also dance on the sands if this is your idea of a good time. Throughout the year, you can buy heaping platters of jerk chicken with French fries, at between J$220 and J$250 (US$5.05-$5.75). In high season, more substantial platters, priced at J$130 to J$500 (US$3-$11.50), are also available. Naturally, the rum and beer flow freely throughout the day and night. It's open daily from 9am to at least 11pm, and on show nights till at least 1:30am.

The hot spot during Spring Break, Margueritaville, on Norman Manley Boulevard, is a popular venue at night. It attracts the Bud and Marlboro crowd to its four open-air bars with large-screen TVs playing both music and sports videos. Karaoke is a Sunday regular, and various events are staged here, including bikini and wet T-shirt competitions.

Cosmo's Seaford Restaurant & Bar, on Norman Manley Boulevard, is also popular after dark. On the beach, it offers recorded music, everything from old hits to soca. You can play pool, drink, and mingle.

Risky Business, on Norman Manley Boulevard, sits a few feet from the waves. It can be sleepy or manic, depending on what music is playing. In season, you can order burgers and sandwiches, and the Red Stripe is cheap year-round. Basically, it's a young hangout whose traditional party nights are Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, beginning at 9pm. There's no cover, even when the place is rocking.

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