Must-see nightlife in Sofia

  • One More Bar

    Sofia

    Inside a gorgeous old house, this shabby-chic hot spot wouldn't be out of place in Melbourne or Manhattan; an extensive cocktail list, a delightful summer…

  • Fabrika Daga

    Sofia

    A classic third-gen coffee roaster with lots of exposed piping and a coffee menu scrawled on a chalkboard. Espressos, vacuum pots and French presses…

  • Raketa Rakia Bar

    Sofia

    Unsurprisingly, this rakish communist-era retro bar has a huge selection of rakia (Bulgarian brandy) on hand; before you start working your way down the…

  • DaDa Cultural Bar

    Sofia

    A local institution, DaDa bar is far more than a place to drink. The mission here is culture, and expect to find live music, art installations, readings…

  • Peroto

    Sofia

    This nonstop library and coffeehouse, situated in the National Palace of Culture (NDK), is an oasis of calm and good coffee. The perfect place, day or…

  • Pavage

    Sofia

    Enjoy well-made cocktails in the open air at this secluded bar and club, just a couple of blocks east of bul Vitosha. Early evenings and through the week…

  • Rock'n'Rolla Club

    Sofia

    Rock’n’Rolla is an iconic representative of Sofia`s rock scene, hosting live concerts and karaoke parties. The wildest parties take place on Friday and…

  • Social Cafe & Kitchen

    Sofia

    This trendy cafe brings decent coffee to bul Vitosha, as well as an appetising menu of salads and sandwiches.

  • JJ Murphy’s

    Sofia

    Popular city-centre Irish pub frequented by expats, with live music at weekends.

  • Memento

    Sofia

    A lively coffee bar perched on the northwestern end (right side if you're approaching from the centre) of the massive National Palace of Culture (NDK). It…

  • Switch

    Sofia

    High-dance club situated behind the National Palace of Culture (NDK). Draws the best local and international DJs and live music. The club is sprawling,…

  • Chucky's Coffee & Culture

    Sofia

    Locals claim this tiny stand-up in the trendiest part of the city centre does Sofia's best coffee, and that may certainly be true. Carefully chosen beans…

  • Motto

    Sofia

    By day, a pleasant place to stop for a coffee, beer and homemade lemonade in the tree-covered back garden. By night, a more raucous mood takes over, as…

  • Yalta

    Sofia

    Shake it with Sofia's trendy types and local and international DJ stars at this hip, hyper spot that's been going strong since 1959 (it was Bulgaria's…

  • ID Club

    Sofia

    Centrally located ID is a late-night dance club that draws a mix of gay and straight clientele for dancing, various theme nights and cabaret.

  • Veda House

    Sofia

    This sociable, vaguely Indian-themed teahouse has a lengthy (Bulgarian-only) menu of black and green teas, served in pretty little teapots. Light…

  • Raffy Terrasse Bar

    Sofia

    Join the ‘in-crowd’ for cocktails on the 1st-floor terrace stools and look down on the shoppers along bul Vitosha, or lounge on the sofas inside.

  • Barista Coffee & More

    Sofia

    The local Starbucks knock-off has excellent coffee and morning snacks, including croissants, plus a convivial sidewalk terrace that's a nice place to sit,…

  • Chervilo

    Sofia

    This popular, upscale venue – the name translates as ‘Lipstick’ – is situated in Sofia's Military Club. The guest DJs, themed party nights and live acts…

  • Ale House

    Sofia

    No need to queue at the bar at this convivial beer hall – the tables have their own beer taps. Food is also served, and there's live music on Fridays and…

  • Il Mondo

    Sofia

    Very hip, very trendy and very crowded, this buzzing drink spot also offers narghile (water pipes) and serves food. Nightly dance music and DJs start…

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