RULE Taproom

Nestled in the tucked-away courtyard of Starovagankovskiy Lane in central Moscow, RULE taproom is a destination for serious beer lovers and anyone wanting a break from the usual nightlife scene. The bar is the flagship taproom for the Zagovor Brewery and boasts 27 handmade taps rotating craft beers from Russia and beyond — from bold IPAs and imperial stouts to tart sours and rare seasonal brews. Inside, the vibe is raw and authentic: rough-edged décor, vinyls spinning punk, hardcore and minimal techno, and a laid-back crowd of locals, expats and craft beer pilgrims alike. Reviewers highlight how the staff know their beer and will switch between English and Russian with ease. Because there’s no heavy food menu (snacks only), the focus stays firmly on the beer exploration — this is less about being seen, more about discovering. One traveller wrote: “The selection of the been is amazing… Nice ambience with punk music in the speakers.” It’s centrally located, easy to get to after sightseeing around the Kremlin or Kitay-Gorod area. Evening entry is from around 16:00 (4 pm) on most days, with later closing hours on Fridays and Saturdays. For those who cherish craft rather than cocktails, and who appreciate a confident, low-pretension space for high-quality beer, RULE is exactly the kind of bar you’ll remember.