After dark · Moscow, Russia

15 Best Bars & Nightlife Spots in Moscow

From first aperitivo to last call, this is Moscow after dark, ordered by the travelers who went.

Ranked by traveler review volume across the bars and nightlife spots we track in Moscow. Updated monthly.

  1. Mumiy Troll

    BarFree entry

    Located on Moscow's bustling New Arbat Avenue, 'Mumiy Troll' is a bar that doubles as a tribute to the legendary Russian rock band of the same name.

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  2. Old School Pub

    Bar

    Old School Pub is a popular watering hole located in a historic building on Bol'shoy Cherkasskiy Pereulok, just a short walk from the Kremlin and Red Square.

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  3. Паб БОББИ ДЭЗЗЛЕР

    Bar

    Паб БОББИ ДЭЗЗЛЕР (Bobby Dazzler Pub) is a popular British-style pub located on Kostyanskiy Pereulok in Moscow's city center.

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  4. Mollie's Pub

    BarFree entry

    Mollie's Pub is a beloved Irish-themed bar located on Myasnitskaya Street in the heart of Moscow.

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  5. Let's Rock Bar

    BarFree entry

    Let's Rock Bar is a vibrant rock-themed bar situated on Ulitsa Kuznetskiy Most in the heart of Moscow.

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  6. The Black Swan Pub

    BarFree entry

    The Black Swan Pub is a charming English-style pub situated on Ulitsa Solyanka in Moscow's historic Kitay-Gorod district.

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  7. Razvedka

    BarFree entry

    Razvedka is a speakeasy-style bar in central Moscow, near Novaya Ploshchad'. The name means 'intelligence' or 'reconnaissance' in Russian, and the bar embraces a Soviet espionage theme.

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  8. Noor

    Bar

    Noor is a contemporary bar located on Moscow's iconic Tverskaya Street, a bustling thoroughfare lined with historic buildings and modern shops.

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  9. Lumberjack

    Bar

    Lumberjack is a cozy bar located in a quiet lane near Chistye Prudy, a short walk from the bustling Tverskaya Street.

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  10. Mitzva bar

    BarFree entry

    Mitzva bar is a popular drinking spot located on Ulitsa Pyatnitskaya in the heart of Moscow.

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  11. Бар Howard Loves Craft

    BarFree entry

    Бар Howard Loves Craft is a haven for beer enthusiasts located along the scenic Bolotnaya Embankment in Moscow.

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  12. Hidden BAR

    Bar

    True to its name, Hidden BAR is a concealed gem tucked away on Kamergersky Lane, a historic pedestrian street in central Moscow.

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  13. Delicatessen Moscow

    BarFree entry

    Delicatessen Moscow is a sophisticated cocktail bar tucked away in a quiet courtyard off Sadovaya-Karetnaya Street.

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  14. Дом, В Котором / PUB

    Bar

    Дом, В Котором / PUB (The House We Live In) is a bar in central Moscow that feels like stepping into a Soviet-era communal apartment.

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  15. Mandy's Apothecary

    BarFree entry

    Mandy's Apothecary is a sophisticated cocktail bar located on Kuznetskiy Most, one of Moscow's most fashionable streets.

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How we pick these

Bars, pubs and nightlife in Moscow ranked by how highly people rate them, drawn from the 158 places we track. Updated monthly.

Good to know

When it gets going

Most bars in Moscow fill up later in the evening rather than right after work.

Dress codes

A few rooftop and cocktail spots have a smart-casual door policy.

Getting home

Check the last metro or line up a ride before a late night out.

Common questions

Where is the nightlife in Moscow?+

This list ranks the best-rated bars and nightlife spots in Moscow so you can find the right area for the night you want.

What time do bars close in Moscow?+

Closing times vary by venue and neighborhood; late-night spots are noted where we have hours.

Is Moscow good for a night out?+

Yes — from relaxed pubs to late bars, the highest-rated options are all here.

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