Discover Germany's Most Interesting Bars

Relax seven floors above the city at KAI40 Rooftop Bar in Rostock — cocktails, sunsets and skyline views over the harbour make it the perfect elevated hang-out.

Craft cocktail haven in Friedrichshain: edgy, vintage-industrial vibes, brick walls, table football and off-menu drinks shaped by expert bartenders—an elevated yet unpretentious late-night cocktail playground.

At Blauer Fasan, tucked into Bremen’s historic Böttcherstraße, expect creative cocktails, a sharp bar team and a laid-back yet refined old-town lounge where relaxed evenings are elevated.

A stylish, speakeasy-adjacent hotel lounge where highballs reign, plush seating invites lingering, and hidden corners whisper of quiet nights in Munich’s heart.

Wax On is Neukölln’s sleek, lab-inspired cocktail spot, where inventive classics and rotating originals—crafted via centrifuge, clarifying, rotavap—meet cozy wooden comfort and playful school-theme charm. Drinks around €10.

Unlock the iconic Green Door in Berlin-Schöneberg—step into a laid-back, retro‑chic lounge where vintage charm meets imaginative cocktails, all under the mantra “The power of positive drinking.”

Knock, smile, and step into Schwarze Traube—an intimate Kreuzberg speakeasy with no menu, where award-winning mixologists craft custom cocktails amid vintage brick and black-gold décor. Cozy, clever, unforgettable.

Vintage sofas, moody lighting, and creative cocktails—Zoë II Sofabar blends shabby-chic charm with a relaxed, social vibe in Hamburg’s Schanzenviertel.

Berlin’s clandestine gem—Rum Trader is a retro-speakeasy where cocktails are tailored by bow-tie-clad Gregor Scholl after you ring the bell; expect intimate ambiance, no menu, and cocktails whispered into existence.

Velvet in Neukölln is Berlin's hyper-seasonal cocktail bar, crafting delicate, foraged botanicals into artful libations. Awarded Germany’s “Bar of the Year”, it’s a minimalist, intimate jewel of plant-based mixology.

Funky bar with lounge seats, bold murals & a ping-pong table, known for its live DJ sets & schnapps.

Bellboy Berlin is an opulent cocktail bar in Mitte, offering inventive drinks in a 1920s-inspired setting. With elegant decor and a strict dress code, it provides a unique, immersive experience for guests aged 25 and over.

Hidden behind an unmarked door, Le Lion offers world-class cocktails in a plush, Parisian-inspired setting.

A mirror-lit cocktail sanctuary inside Hotel Bayerischer Hof — Falk’s Bar fuses historic elegance and modern mixology in Munich’s most iconic hall of mirrors.

Step into Stagger Lee—a Wild-West saloon in Schöneberg with rich red wallpaper, Chesterfield leather, period tweaks, and swaggering cocktails like the Beer Old Fashioned. Every sip tells a story.

Underground in Kreuzberg, Multilayerladen pulses with intimate live shows, DJ sets and craft-drinks—Berlin’s hidden gem where the music takes centre stage and the crowd keeps it close.

Step into MacLaren's Pub – where great drinks, hearty food, and legendary nights come together! 🍻✨ Inspired by the iconic bar from How I Met Your Mother, this cozy spot is perfect for unforgettable moments with friends.

A decommissioned steamer turned nightlife icon — Alte Utting is a bar, stage, and food hub perched on a railway bridge in Munich, fusing creative spirit, live music, street food, and unforgettable views.

Elevate your night at NFT Skybar in Frankfurt — perched 185 m above the city, this rooftop lounge pairs panoramic skyline views with art-inspired cocktails and a bold digital-meets-drink concept.

Step into Cologne’s ultimate cocktail playground — where avant-garde mixology, sleek ambiance and creative bar-food collide at Little Link.

Enter Ory Bar—a luxe cocktail sanctuary at the Mandarin Oriental. Sculptural brass, velvet seating, avant-garde geometry, and signature creations serve up elegance in every sip. A timeless hotel-bar gem.

Descend into Munich’s moody cellar lounge: Bar Gabányi pairs old-school cocktail craft, whispered jazz, curated whiskey, and tucked-away corners for deep nights and quiet revelations.

Sharlie Cheen Bar in Berlin's Mitte district offers inventive cocktails in a stylish, modern setting. With a vibrant atmosphere and unique drink menu, it's a popular spot for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable night out.​

A cocktail lover’s playground in Rostock: Craftbar Rostock serves craft and creative drinks, while the in-house Cocktail College lets you roll up your sleeves and learn professional bartending.

Hidden in Bremen’s city-centre at Am Brill 6, Brill No.6 is a stylish multi-floor cocktail lounge offering handcrafted classics and inventive creations in a cosmopolitan-yet-comfortable setting—perfect for a laid-back but elevated night out.

Right under the Kölner Dom, die kunstbar fuses art, cocktails and club vibes—an ever-changing street-art setting where techno, paint-nights and creative drink menus make every night different.

L.U.X. (Leiseste Unterhaltung Xberg) is a cozy Kreuzberg venue blending bar and club vibes, offering eclectic music nights in a former industrial space near the Spree.​

Coffee by day, craft beer & shuffleboard by night — KASCHK blends Nordic calm, Berlin attitude, and game night chill under one roof in Mitte.

Zephyr Bar in Munich's Glockenbachviertel is a cocktail haven where inventive drinks meet a cozy, chic atmosphere—perfect for adventurous palates seeking unique flavors.

Berlin’s quirky toilet‑themed pub: dive into a surreal experience with moving tables, pranks, drinks served in specimen bottles, currywurst in bed pans, and decor straight out of a bizarre funhouse.

A colourful container-bar right by the quay in the Rostocker Stadthafen: sun-lit, laid-back vibes by day, spontaneous jazz, live sets and cocktails by night at the Hafendommel.

Home Bar Berlin is a cozy neighborhood bar in Friedrichshain, offering ten beer taps, cocktails, and ciders. Enjoy Monday Games Night and Wednesday Quiz Night in a relaxed atmosphere with comfortable couches.

Basalt is a botanical cocktail bar in Berlin's Wedding district, offering handcrafted drinks in a lush, plant-filled setting that evokes a nighttime botanical garden.​

Dive into Bar Shuka in Frankfurt’s lively Bahnhofsviertel—where Tel Aviv-style ambience, bold Middle-Eastern flavours and craft cocktails collide in a stylish yet relaxed setting.

Sophisticated destination with an artsy atmosphere, supplying international cocktails & wines.

Stylish rooftop bar with panoramic views over Berlin Zoo and skyline. Sip creative cocktails, enjoy DJ sets, and soak in the sunset from the 10th floor of 25hours Hotel Bikini Berlin.

Step into Berlin’s retro-cool cocktail hideaway: ČSA Bar blends East-Berlin architecture with bespoke mixology, set on the grand Karl-Marx-Allee boulevard and perfect for a refined drink in a timeless setting.

A retro‑rock hideaway in Friedrichshain—Sheriff Teddy Bar mixes cult‑film projections, vintage decor, and rock‑record ambiance in a cozy, chill atmosphere that’s as quirky as it is inviting.

Perro Loco in Berlin is a whiskey lover’s paradise with 100+ whiskeys, craft cocktails, and a cozy, stylish vibe. From smooth Single Malts to bold Bourbons, every sip was an experience. Temporarily closed, but its legacy of fine drinks lingers!

Tequila takes center stage at The Chug Club: tiny chugs, big flavour, church-like stained glass & a disco ball—St. Pauli’s shrine to mezcal, mini-cocktails & unexpected drink surprises.

An iconic Munich institution at Odeonsplatz since 2003, Schumann’s Bar blends timeless American-style cocktails, refined cuisine, and a vibrant Hofgarten ambiance—crafted by legendary bartender Charles Schumann.

Hidden above Schumann’s, Les Fleurs du Mal is a dark-luxury cocktail lounge infused with poetic mystery — climb the stairs, seize a seat at the long bar, and drink in the atmosphere.

Enter Berlin’s gravity-bending gem: Madame Claude flips your world upside down, serving cocktails and concerts in a former Kreuzberg brothel—furniture on the ceiling, quirky décor, live DJs, and delicious drinks in an unforgettable space.

Step into aviation-themed nostalgia at Schallmauer — Rostock’s fliegerkneipe with airplane-parts décor, dozens of beer varieties, hearty bar food and party-vibes late into the night.

A clandestine oasis beneath Berlin’s Friedrichstraße tracks, Bar Tausend dazzles with mirrored ceilings, tunnel-chic lighting, DJ-driven nights, and cocktails named for global neighborhoods—where every sip feels cinematic.

Snug tavern with an offbeat, unpretentious vibe & table football, plus beer 24 hours a day.

High-up in a former water tower, Bar Botanik serves botanical-themed craft cocktails and panoramic 360° views over Cologne—an elevated lounge for style, flavor and skyline vibes.

Three-in-one wonder: café by day, craft-cocktail bar by night, and a micro-distillery throughout—all housed in a former marzipan factory. Drink freshly made gin or whisky while soaking in industrial-chic vibes.

Hidden away on Grünberger Strasse, this sleek cocktail lounge serves creative classics in a dim, intimate setting—perfect for craft-drink enthusiasts who value flavour over fanfare.

A historic gem nestled in Munich's Haus der Kunst, Die Goldene Bar dazzles with gilded murals and masterful cocktails, offering a blend of art, history, and mixology.

A Friedrichshain craft beer sanctuary — 24 rotating taps, bold international brews, industrial-chic interior, and beer lovers’ refuge in Berlin’s heart.

A dreamy wine-bar-meets-boutique in Berlin-Mitte: natural wines, seasonal small plates and a curated shop of good-time goods. Settle into the vintage sofas or the sun-lit patio and stay way past your first glass.

Bremen’s premier cocktail lounge and spirits academy—Lemon Lounge combines expert mixology, premium ingredients and relaxed yet stylish ambience right across from the Wallanlagen. Step in, sip something special, stay awhile.

A hidden speakeasy in Berlin-Mitte, Buck & Breck offers an intimate, minimalist setting for expertly crafted cocktails, accessible only via a discreet buzzer.​

Hidden behind curtains in St. Pauli, The Drip Bar crafts inventive cold-drip cocktails in a cozy, speakeasy setting—where mixology meets alchemy.

Elevate your evening at this rooftop bar above Cologne: panoramic city views, stylish lounge vibes and exquisite drinks at Sky Lounge Savoy.

28 taps, global craft beers, vegan pizzas & industrial vibes — a Berlin haven for hop heads and good times in the heart of Mitte.

Step into Seiberts – where old-school cocktail elegance meets experimental flair: ring the bell, be welcomed into a 1920s-inspired lounge in Köln and savour barrel-aged spirits, liquid kitchen creations and refined service.

A lively Irish-style pub tucked into Bremen’s “Viertel” neighbourhood, Hegarty’s combines pints of Guinness, live music, quiz nights & big-screen sports in a warm, welcoming dive where the whiskey list is almost as long as the song list.

A whimsical vintage lounge in Frankfurt’s Bahnhofsviertel — order cocktails via rotary phones, play arcade machines, and soak in 1930s flair amid modern mixology.

Dive into cocktail artistry at ONA MOR in Cologne’s Belgian Quarter — where award-winning mixologists craft bespoke drinks with premium ingredients, serve you truffle popcorn, and turn a night out into an indulgent experience.

Discover Mr. Susan—a dazzling jewel-box bar in Mitte with velvet hues, gold-foil ceilings, and cocktails infused with Korean flair—think kimchi popsicles and makgeolli ice-lollies that make sipping a story.

Becketts Kopf, a hidden gem in Berlin’s Prenzlauer Berg, offers expertly crafted cocktails in a dimly lit, intimate space. Ring the doorbell, step inside, and sip seasonal drinks served within Beckett’s literary pages. A must for cocktail lovers!

Perched atop Munich’s Andaz hotel, M’Uniqo offers 360° skyline and Alps views, Venetian-style vibes, Mediterranean bites, and signature cocktails—sunset seldom looked better.

Helium in Frankfurt’s Altstadt — a lively café-bar by day, a creative cocktail lounge by night, where inventive drinks, bold flavours and urban energy meet in a central city-setting.

Step into The Grid Bar in Cologne’s stylish Friesenviertel for top-tier cocktails, a cigar lounge and chic urban vibe—where every drink tells a story and the night feels effortlessly elevated.