Discover Russian Federation's Most Interesting Bars

Moscow’s craft-beer sanctuary: RULE taproom pours 27 ever-changing taps of local and international brews in a punk-rock atmosphere just steps from the Kremlin.

A cozy underground bar in Moscow's Taganka district, Craftland offers a rotating selection of craft beers, hearty burgers, and a welcoming atmosphere with exposed brick walls.

Step into a mystical English-style pub in Moscow — The Black Swan blends gothic intrigue, antique charm and a serious drinks lineup.

A bold dive into Russian spirits and culture — Orthodox Bar blends art-inspired cocktails, local distillates and a sleek Saint Petersburg setting on Rubinstein/Vosstaniya streets for a stylish night out.

Hidden behind a glowing red-cross door on Lomonosova, Apotheke Bar serves bespoke cocktails crafted to your mood in an intimate, old-pharmacy-meets-speakeasy ambience in central Saint Petersburg.

Sky-high cocktails and 360° Moscow views from the 34th floor of Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy, where sleek design, DJ sets and creative mixology turn every visit to City Space Bar & Restaurant into a little event in the clouds.

An intimate, underground mezcal-and-tequila bar hidden in a courtyard in St. Petersburg—El Copitas is a communal Mexican-infused micro‑bar celebrated for its agave spirits, secret vibe, and world-class hospitality.

A hidden speakeasy beneath a noodle shop, Mendeleev Bar offers avant-garde cocktails, live jazz, and techno beats in a chic, vaulted cellar.