The 17 Best Bars in Athens
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1. Baba Au Rum – Monastiraki • $$
Website • +30 21171 09140 • Nearest Metro: Monastiraki
Athens`s premier craft cocktail establishment, Baba Au Rum spearheaded the city`s rum revolution through meticulously sourced selections and imaginative libations. With over a hundred high-quality rums chosen, along with other global spirits, mixologists there transform local herbs and spices into complex, flavorful drinks. Whether sweet or spicy concoctions, homemade sodas or seltzers assist in dissolving herbs` aromatic elements. Open evenings and late nights Sundays through Fridays, and starting in the afternoon Saturdays, patrons enjoy consistently high standards.
2. Juan Rodriguez Bar – Compañia de Bebida – Psirri • $$
Website • +30 69864 32909 • Nearest Metro: Monastiraki
Offering daylong mixology with craft beverages drawing inspiration from cultural icons, this Latin American-themed bar invites relaxation. Vintage decor fosters warm camaraderie as patrons sample reasonably priced tropical libations paying homage to prominent musicians, authors, and artists. While attracting brunch crowds, the kitchenTeam here uniquely caters late into the night, usually until 2:00 AM, allowing dining and socializing under the stars or indoors following shows. Open daily from 10:00 AM to 3:00 AM for indoor and al fresco seating.
3. six d.o.g.s. – Monastiraki • $
Website • +30 21032 10510 • Nearest Metro: Monastiraki
This vibrant cultural hub seamlessly combines a drinking spot, nightclub, café, eatery, and landscaped gardens into one trendy multi-purpose venue. The space hosts live DJ performances, musical acts, visual art shows, and additional programming. Menus feature innovative small-batch cocktails, Greek and international craft beers, and casual global dishes plus vegan and vegetarian selections. Though situated near the busy tourist area of Monastiraki, the venue maintains more local neighborhood popularity over travelers. It maintains daily operations from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 a.m year-round.
4. Noel – Monastiraki • $$
Website • +30 21121 59534 • Nearest Metro: Monastiraki
This Parisian-inspired establishment has a lively Christmas-themed atmosphere and elaborately decorated interior. The furnishings evoke nostalgia through a hybrid design incorporating both baroque and art deco styles, featuring abundant gold, velvet, fringe fabrics, and vivid hues. Visiting primarily for the exquisite cocktails and magical setting is recommended, though the cuisine is less noteworthy. Open on Sundays through Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. and Wednesdays through Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m.
5. 360° Cocktail Bar – Monastiraki • $$
A fashionable rooftop bar and restaurant boasting breathtaking panoramas of the Acropolis. The wine list highlights an assortment of local Greek varietals, curated to pair superbly with the menu`s regional dishes. An eclectic selection of signature cocktails are also offered. A favored location to watch picturesque sunsets and romantic dining, reservations are advised to secure tables with the finest perspectives. Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m.
6. The Clumsies – Monastiraki • $$
Website • +30 21032 32682 • Nearest Metro: Monastiraki
Situated in an older building, this lounge provides skillfully crafted alcoholic beverages, hearty snacks, and a welcoming ambiance. The selection of innovative mixed drinks and classic cocktails changes periodically. Their exclusive VIP room, known as The Room, features an exclusive menu of libations near a fireplace and billiards table amidst a slightly formal air. Seating up to 10 patrons and available solely by reservation, The Room is separate from the main lounge. Open daily from 10:00 until 2:00.
7. Alexander’s Bar – Syntagma • $$$
Website – +30 21033 30787 – Nearest Metro: Syntagma
A refined bar situated in the luxurious 5-star Hotel Grande Bretagne overlooking Syntagma Square. Alexander`s Bar features an exhaustive selection of unusual whiskeys (particularly Scotch and single-malts), brandies, and cognacs. The decor exudes sophistication through rich mahogany, dark marble, white columns, and an 18th century tapestry of Alexander the Great (the bar`s namesake) suspended above the counter. Attire is business casual. Open daily from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
8. Bad Tooth – Psirri • $
Website” • +30 21309 07715 • Nearest Metro: Monastiraki
Graffiti-adorned DIY punk bar featuring nightly DJ sets and occasional live bands, with hip hop featured every Tuesday. Patrons may luck upon a local rapper performing in Greek. The bar maintains a carefully selected modest stock of quality spirits and beers. Bad Tooth remains open quite late on weekends, until around 5 or 6 in the morning.
9. The 7 Jokers – Syntagma • $
Website • +30 21032 19225 • Nearest Metro: Syntagma
This trendy bar is renowned among industry professionals for its creative libations and extensive selection of draft beers and rare spirits. Bartenders flock here after their late night shifts to unwind, making it most bustling in the early morning hours around 2 am. Remaining open from 10 am until nearly 5 am on weekdays and as late as 6 am on Fridays and Saturdays, it serves as a reliable night owl hangout.
10. Heteroclito – Syntagma • $$
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Renowned as the premier wine shop in Athens specializing exclusively in Greek varietals, the establishment spotlights native vintages with an emphasis on natural and unadulterated wines. At any given time, patrons can choose from a selection exceeding 200 Hellenic labels. Moreover, a rotating monthly selection of wine available “by the glass” introduces customers to new discoveries. Accompanying the oenological explorations, the venue also provides traditional Greek cheeses, meats and snacks. Open daily including weekends, operating hours span lunch, evenings and later for those wishing to continue conversations under the glow of lamp-light.
11. Brettos – Plaka • $
Website • Phone: +30 2289 071204
A notable Plaka establishment since 1909, Brettos is a cozy bar and distillery showcasing an extensive selection of homemade spirits and innovative cocktails. Their house-crafted products line the shelves in diverse hues and comprise 5 varieties of ouzo, 2 types of brandy, tsipouro, rakomelo, and over 40 flavors of liqueur. Welcoming patrons daily from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
12. 42 Barstronomy – City Center • $$
Website • +30 21032 32110 • Nearest Metro: Syntagma
This upscale yet eclectic all-day bar and bistro skillfully blends fine craft cocktails, Greek and international wines with a globally-inspired small plates menu. The vibrant exterior bursts with foliage while the retro-luxe interior gracefully fuses mid-century modern and Neoclassical motifs. A sunken lounge offers butler service for top-tier spirits, custom charcuterie and cheeses cut sous-vide before guests amid discreet, five-star comforts.
13. Intriga – Exarcheia • $
Website • +30 21033 00936 • Nearest Metro: Omonia
Operating for over 4 decades, this downtown Athens establishment has become a neighborhood icon since 1981. Locals gather within the intimate space adorned with street art murals and situated near various art galleries. Affordable beer and standard mixed drinks entice guests inside where classic rock and punk music plays. Outdoor seating offers a better atmosphere to enjoy the beverages as the interior gets smoky from patrons. While the café serves customers during daytime hours, it transitions into a late-night bar in the evenings typically remaining open until around 2am.
14. Odori Vermuteria – Monastiraki • $$
Website – +30 21033 14674 – The nearest station on the metro is Monastiraki Specializing in vermouth and Italian wines, this Neapolitan restaurant and bar in the neighborhood serves as the inaugural vermouth-centric venue in Greece. The beverage list offers both signature and creative refreshing reimaginings of classic libations. A romantic, botanical-themed indoor-outdoor space provides seating under the glistening Grecian sun or moonlight on their expansive terrace. Open daily from early morning through late evenings and overnight on Fridays and Saturdays, patrons enjoy the relaxing ambiance and Mediterranean small plates.
15. Beatniks Road Bar – Exarcheia • $
Venue • +30 21552 5 880 • Nearest Metro: Central and University station
Inspired by the rebellious writers of that era such as Kerouac and Burroughs, this blues bar aims to replicate the atmosphere of 1950s music venues. Depictions of that period like a checkerboard floor and hanging trumpets above the bar complement the classic cocktails and Greek spirits. Playing an eclectic mix spanning early rock to blues and surf, DJs entertain on weekends while live bands occasionally perform. Like other bars in the student-heavy Exarcheia district, it attracts more locals than visitors. Open evenings until the early morning hours.
16. Closer Reloaded – Exarcheia • $
Website • +30 21036 47437 • Nearest Metro: Panepistimio
For over two decades, this intimate music venue has cultivated an alternative aesthetic alongside a spirit of artistic expression. Throughout the week, performers from indie to punk to experimental genres entertain lively crowds. Open-mic nights and special literary functions further heighten the cultural ambiance. As an Athenian anchor respected in the community for its progressive scene, Closer remains a draw for music appreciation as well as like-minded socializing.
17. Strakastrüka – Koukaki • $
Website Phone number: +30 21111 63126 Nearest Metro: Syngrou Fix Known by the diminutive name of a small firecracker, Strakastrüka is a smaller music venue dedicated to rock and metal genres with a wide-ranging selection of Greek and other international craft brews available on tap or in bottles. A limited pizza menu is offered throughout most of the evening. Friendly bartenders and a relaxed environment featuring outdoor covered seating add to the appeal.
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