The Best Local Bars in Bucharest

Explore the vibrant bar scene in Bucharest. From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Enjoy refreshing cocktails at The Owl or head to Beraria H, the biggest beer house in Europe, offering great brews, delicious food and a buzzing vibe. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable night out in the city!

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The Owl

Bucharest finest cocktail bar

The cocktails are not only delicious but visually stunning as well, served in exquisite glassware that enhances the experience...

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Diana

Nanciu

Jul 7, 2025

Sera Eden

Urban (greenhouse) hub

"Sera Eden" in Bucharest describe themselves as an 'Urban hub specialized in mixology and the art of taste', but it's the nature that's just stunning...

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Diana

Nanciu

Jul 2, 2025

Beraria H

The biggest beer-house in Europe

"Beraria H" Bucharest claims to be the biggest beer house in Europe or Eastern Europe (not sure). They have a lot of meat and plenty of beer!

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Olteanu

Jun 16, 2025

Beraria Hanul cu Tei

Romanian food & live music

"Beraria Hanul cu Tei" is a beer house/restaurant in one of the few remaining typical Romanian inns in Bucharest. I love their 'all you can eat' lunch.

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Goanta

Jun 9, 2025

GinOteca

Over 80 gin & tonic recipes

"GinOteca" in Bucharest definitely warrants a try if you are looking for a cold bitter alcoholic drink to enjoy the summer - their menu is 14-pages long!

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Daniela

Bratu

Jun 6, 2025

Energiea

Restaurant in a former print shop

"Energiea" Bucharest is one of the coolest places in the city. It is a 100 year old print shop , transformed into a nice restaurant. I love the burgers!

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Olteanu

Jun 2, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Bucharest

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Diana

Alex

You?

Daniela

Diana

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Diana

Alex

You?

Daniela

Diana

The Owl

Bucharest finest cocktail bar

Diana

Nanciu

Sera Eden

Urban (greenhouse) hub

Diana

Nanciu

Beraria H

The biggest beer-house in Europe

Alex

Olteanu

Beraria Hanul cu Tei

Romanian food & live music

Diana

Goanta

GinOteca

Over 80 gin & tonic recipes

Daniela

Bratu

Energiea

Restaurant in a former print shop

Alex

Olteanu

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