Western European Russia
This corner tap room and brasserie comes with comfy armchair seating, exposed brick walls and a fantastic range of local craft beers on tap. Service is…
Must-see nightlife in Eastern Europe
Poreč
Poreč's hippest bar is a dimly lit den with oddball art, mismatched chairs, little round tables, big metal-dome lamps, mezzanine seating, a fridge full of…
Zagreb
Tucked away inside a courtyard, this sweet cafe serves excellent organic and fair-trade coffee – roasted on-site by Cogito – and tea. There are occasional…
Novi Sad
Gusan (Gander) is well hidden down an obscure-looking passageway, but just follow the crowds. Locals love this place for its convivial vibe and solid…
Kotor
In summer, Havana takes over a little square on the dark side of the Old Town, projecting sports or pop videos onto the neighbouring building. When the…
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,…
Chişinău
This club opened to much fanfare in late 2018 and quickly became the hottest thing in town. Sister of hipster club Barbar, this is comparatively huge,…
St Petersburg
In a courtyard off Nevsky pr, this very popular anticafe is spacious and friendly and full of rooms where you can play board games, watch TV, hang out and…
Zagreb
Stylish spot for a good (but pricey) cup of java and a quick bite amid the minimalist-chic interior decked out by owner Saša Šekoranja, Zagreb’s hippest…
Northern Dalmatia
The heart and soul of Sali, this bar has a vibrant buzz about it, rain or shine. It’s got plenty of character, with a long wooden bar and photographs of…
Kaunas
A den for locals to glug a cold one over trivia nights and sports screenings, this cider pub in a vaulted cellar gets packed out even on weeknights and…
Perast
Tucked under the road on the Risan edge of Perast, this little beach bar serves beers, cocktails and coffees to the beautiful board-shorts-and-bikinis…
Northern Montenegro
You could be forgiven for thinking this hangout is named ‘The Best Of Caffe’ as that’s what all the signage says. It actually is the best of Rožaje’s cafe…
Rovinj
Rovinj's rowdiest live-music bar has the most rarified of settings, occupying a grand old building with a very pleasant front yard. In summer there's a DJ…
Trebinje
Trebinje's late-night bar of choice has old green shutters, trees growing through its terrace roof and a sign designed like a Jack Daniels label. Bands…
Zagreb
Down a passageway, this tiny ultracool Berlin-style cafe serves up coffee roasted by the local Cogito Coffee Roasters at Cafe u Dvorištu. There's…
St Petersburg
One of the largest (in terms of floor space) of the craft-beer bars popping up like daisies across the city, this handy place offers an industrial chic…
Western European Russia
Work your way through the many fine cask-pumped ales (five/10 tasters for R380/760) from around Europe at this spacious bar and restaurant. With its wood…
Belgrade
Belgrade's first city-side splav (it's moored 3.5km south of Savamala, inside the Belgrade Fair), Lasta pulls in a happy crowd of hip-hop, funk, electro…
St Petersburg
On the second floor of the Vladimirsky Passage shopping complex, this upscale place has an excellent line-up of Belgian, German and English beers on tap…
Pula
The name marks it as one of a dying breed, but this colourful, art-strewn cafe is no digital dinosaur. Yes, there are a couple of free internet terminals,…
Yakutsk
A favourite of expats, the spacious wood-lined 'Wild Duck' is the go-to spot for refreshing brews, and there's decent pub grub on hand. There's live music…
Banja Luka
Raised above the river, this inviting wooden bar is decorated with wicker-work lampshades and backlit bottles of herb hooch. The music ranges from Serbian…
Lithuania
The mellow tinkling of the piano in the background and walls covered in sketches of European cities in days of yore create a welcoming atmosphere at…
Hvar Town
Hvar's best wine bar is an unpretentious little place lurking in an alley behind the main square. Sink into the couch by the bar and feel as if you're in…
Split
Split’s most bohemian bar has ancient Roman walls, a large courtyard with a trickling fountain, a chandelier-bedecked piano lounge and a small red-walled…
Zagreb
This low-key bar is hidden in an alleyway off Kačićeva, with a big Guinness sign marking the entrance. A gathering point for Zagreb's boho-intellectual…
St Petersburg
The young baristas are friendly and take their coffee brewing seriously at this serene hipster hang-out, with specially roasted beans from Ethiopia, Costa…
Sarajevo
Packed with local youth smoking nargile (water pipes), this vaguely loungey cafe blares its music and spreads its colourful low stools beneath a central…
Vladivostok
A fun and lively bar that draws a mix of locals and expats, rock-loving Mumiy Troll – set up by the nationally famous local band of the same name – has…
Bulgaria
Tiny coffee shop near the centre featuring an award-winning barista for an owner, which can be a lifesaver if your hotel serves undrinkable morning coffee…
Belarus
It takes a little work, but once you find this dimly lit secret bar you'll be treated to the best cocktails in town, plus a reasonable whiskey selection…
Bucharest
Upscale terrace coffee and cocktail bar, just south of Dolce Vita on the western side of the lake across from Snagov village, attracting a glamorous…
St Petersburg
The brass bar here is one of the most popular in the city (not to mention one of the more pricey). It has beautifully made cocktails and draws a heaving…
Poreč
This sweet little wine shop has a clutch of tables on an atmospheric lane, where you can try local wine varietals such as malvazija and refošk, cure any…
Plovdiv
Too pretty to be merely a dive bar, the Maria Luiza has dedicated owners who keep adapting the decor to suit their whims. The colourful downstairs is…
Mostar
Half a dozen tables on an open-air perch terrace survey Stari Most and the old town towers from photogenic yet unexpected angles. Actual opening times are…
Sarajevo
This cute antique house is one of the most attractive nargile (water pipe) bars in the Old Town, with lots of outdoor tree-shaded seating. It is…
St Petersburg
It's a happening bar, it serves a mean burger and there's a hairdresser at the back – should you fancy a new 'do' part-way through the night. Oh, and…
Western European Russia
Find this cosy modern basement bar, its walls plastered with scrapbook cuttings (and a clientele just plastered), a few blocks northwest of pl Lenina,…
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