The Zona Viva along Avenida 15 de Septiembre is where most of La Ceiba's nightlife concentrates — a strip of bars, clubs, and restaurants that comes alive after dark on weekends and goes very loud during carnival week. Salsa and merenque dominate the music; a few spots offer live bands.
For daytime coffee and lighter eating, the area around Parque Manuel Bonilla in the centre has several cafes. The Garifuna fishing villages east of the city are quieter and more atmospheric spots for a cold beer in the afternoon.