10 best pubs in Moscow

A good pub is not just a wide selection of foamy drinks, generous national cuisine and fast service, it is a place that you want to return to again and again. Especially for you, we have prepared a review of the 10 best pubs in Moscow, offering traditional and craft beer, a relaxed atmosphere and a cozy atmosphere.

When compiling the rating, we took into account:

• institution reviews,
• variety of beer and bar cards,
• interior,
• extra entertainment,
• prices.

Read below about which places are included in the TOP-10 pubs of the capital.

TOP 10 best pubs in Moscow

10 Boston Party Pub

The traditional Irish pub Boston Party Pub offers about 10 varieties of foamy drinks. Rare but tasty fruit beer and Celtic cider are always available here.If you wish, you can order strong drinks - whiskey, wine, rum or cocktails, but keep in mind that they are served without ice. The usual atmosphere for such establishments is a bar counter, leather sofas and plasma screens.

Despite being busy, the Boston Party Pub always has fast service. Their advantage is excellent value for money. There is a jukebox, but on weekends you can listen to live music. Of the minuses, they note a simple and the same type of atmosphere, as well as not always tasty dishes. The pub is open from 11:00 am until the last guest.

9 John Donn

Pub "John Donne" - a place with the most comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. The only thing that can cause difficulties here is the issue of foamy drinks, since the choice here is really wide. In total, 3 varieties of craft beer and about 20 varieties of draft beer are presented. In the menu you can find not only snacks, but also full-fledged dishes - meat cooked on an open fire, burgers and even shawarma. The hallmark of the institution is a hangover soup, but keep in mind that it is made from oxtails.

The peculiarity of the pub "John Donne" is a friendly atmosphere. Plasma TVs for watching football matches, subdued lighting and excellent beer. One of the best places in Moscow for men's companies. Judging by the reviews, bachelor parties are often held here - each event is noisy and fun. Of the minuses - slightly overpriced food and small portions.

8 Tipsy Pub

Irish pub The Tipsy Pub is the best place for lovers of traditional beer. There are 20 types of beer on tap, 46 types of bottled beer and just a few craft beers. You can order wine, whiskey or cocktails, so every guest will find a drink to their liking. Typical pub cuisine - a large number of burgers, sausages, spicy wings, cheese balls, etc. The average check is from 700 to 1,500 rubles.

The specialty of The Tipsy Pub is the decor - the two-story pub is furnished with classic wooden furniture brought from Ireland. In the summer, a veranda opens here, where you can relax and unwind with friends in the fresh air. We recommend going down to the lower floor if you want to watch a football match from the big screen. A nice bonus for birthdays is a 20% discount. All that can be said about The Tipsy Pub is delicious, inexpensive and atmospheric. Of the minuses, they note poor ventilation on the lower floor and too loud music.

7 Bruxelles

The unconditional trump card of the Belgian pub Bruxelles is a wide selection of inexpensive authentic beer, about 20 varieties on tap and about 100 bottled varieties. The main thing is that it is always available, even on noisy Friday evenings. If you don't know which beer to choose, then order a tasting set. Bruxelles is a great place not only for meeting friends, but also for dates. The staff are quick to bring drinks and also make sure the music isn't too loud. A nice bonus is a 30% discount for all visitors on the lunch menu.

There are always a lot of visitors, so we recommend booking a table in advance.In the reviews, visitors note polite and fast service, original design with panoramic windows and delicious dishes. Most often, croquettes and grilled shrimp are taken from snacks for foamy drinks. Affordable prices, the average check with beer, meat and fish dishes per person is about 1,500 rubles. Children are allowed, but keep in mind that there are no children's chairs. There is a hidden service fee (7% of the bill), but they do not warn about it in advance.

6 Lion's Head

One of the best pubs in the center of Moscow, Lion’s Head is great for watching football matches. There are a large number of screens on which significant broadcasts are shown. The beer is always fresh and of high quality, you can pour it yourself from the draft built into the table. Fresh snacks are available, perfect for beer - especially praised are spicy wings, smoked pork ears and garlic croutons.

From the outside, the Lion's Head pub looks small, but in reality there are several halls on two floors. There are few free tables in the evenings, on Fridays and Saturdays it is better to make a reservation in advance. Despite the fact that the pub itself is Irish, it is decorated in the English style, but this does not bother the guests, because the main thing for the pub is delicious foamy drinks. Prices are above average, 0.5 liters of excellent beer will cost you 400 rubles and more. On weekends in the evenings, if you do not plan to watch football matches, young talented performers perform here.

5 Lambic

One of the best Belgian pubs in Moscow with original cuisine is the Lambic Brasserie.The hallmark of the institution is an impressive selection of favorite ale: wheat, fruit, dark, light, light, strong. Always fresh and tasty snacks, dishes of European and Belgian cuisine with designer presentation. Companies often go here to relax in a cozy, relaxed atmosphere without noise.

If you're going to visit the Lambic Pub on a Friday or Saturday night, be sure to book a table. The bar collection is regularly replenished with exclusive drinks, so every time you can taste rare and exquisite beers. Of the minuses, they note the lack of Wi-Fi and inflated prices, which do not always correspond to the quality of the dishes.

4 White Eagles Pub

A truly one-stop meeting place is the White Eagles Pub. The establishment consists of 3 halls - a spacious Irish hall for meetings with friends, a comfortable British hall for a business lunch and a cozy Scottish hall for a date. Here is the coolest selection of fruit beers, ciders and ales in Moscow. Prices for dishes are above average, but the portions are large and tasty cooked.

The White Eagles Pub is often chosen for private parties. Even if you are not familiar with beer, you can choose the variety that is right for you - each drink is described in detail in the bar list and there is an opportunity to try it before ordering. Unlike other pubs, it is quite quiet here, so you can not only have a drink with your companions, but also talk. The only negative is poor ventilation, on weekend evenings it gets too stuffy here.

3 Tap & Barrel Pub

Large companies wishing to enjoy the best Irish beer are recommended to go to the Irish pub Tap & Barrel Pub, located in the very center of Moscow. A feature that distinguishes it from other establishments of this format are spacious halls with comfortable tables, so even on weekends there is a place for every guest here. The pub often hosts concerts and performances by up-and-coming musicians. A great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax.

Atmospheric place with an incendiary audience and delicious cold beer. On weekday evenings, various games are held here - everyone can take part in them. Of the minuses - they do not accept payment by bank card, but there is an ATM in the lobby of the establishment, so we recommend withdrawing cash before visiting. Tap & Barrel Pub is one of those places that attract with its atmosphere and ease.

2 Pauwel KWAK pub

If you are looking for a place for a friendly meeting with unobtrusive music, a rich selection of exclusive beers and delicious snacks, then the gastropub Pauwel KWAK pub is the best place in the center of Moscow. The restaurant team is happy to help visitors choose beer and share interesting stories about the creation of the pub. The owners of the establishment often visit Belgium, from where they bring rare drinks for their bar collection.

Judging by the reviews, Pauwel KWAK pub is a great and inexpensive place to not only have a delicious dinner and try unusual beer, but also make new friends.The pub welcomes guests with pets, the waiters even offer special beer for dogs. As for the guests' favorite drinks, girls prefer delirium red cherry beer, and men prefer bottled fire rock beer. The gastropub is open daily from 12:00 to 24:00 at night.

1 Blacksmith Irish Pub

The Blacksmith Irish Pub introduces you to the best traditions of Irish establishments - good cuisine with a wide selection of snacks, rare and exclusive beers, as well as a soulful atmosphere. Important football matches are broadcast here, and in the evenings, well-known musical groups and aspiring performers perform. The pub consists of 2 halls, designed for 130 seats, so there is a place for everyone. The owners of the establishment strive to make it as accessible as possible, therefore they offer affordable prices for both foamy drinks and the main menu. On average, a check is from 700 to 1,500 rubles.

The bar menu features traditional Irish beers, ales and ciders. If desired, you can order cocktails or stronger drinks - whiskey and rum. In addition to appetizers, the menu offers European dishes with an Irish interpretation, burgers with exclusive toppings and cold cuts. Noisy and cheerful banquets are often held here, but only by appointment. A nice bonus for regular visitors is a 15% discount on the bill.

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Blacksmith Irish Pub

Pauwel KWAK pub

Tap & Barrel Pub

White Eagles Pub

Lambic

Lion's Head

Bruxelles

Tipsy Pub

John Donn

Boston Party Pub

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