5 best pubs in St. Petersburg

Residents of any big city, including St. Petersburg, beloved by all, can easily find a drinking establishment "to their liking" and affordable. For a festive event, most of us choose a premium-class restaurant, a family celebration can be held in a cozy cafe, it’s good to sit with friends in a pizzeria, hang out in a bar and drink beer. What to do in a pub? How is it different from all the listed organizations? First of all, the pub is a purely English invention, symbolizing a quiet, provincial Britain. Ideally, this is a place where most of the guests know each other. There is a calm atmosphere here, no loud annoying music. At the tables you can meet not only young people, but people of different ages, often families with children. And although the menu of the pub is very diverse (in addition to traditional snacks, it always offers a wide selection of food, up to soups and side dishes), its main direction is, of course, the alcohol card.

TOP-5 best pubs in St. Petersburg

On a regional basis, pubs are divided into several categories - Irish, British, Scottish, Belgian and others that are not so common in our country. We have compiled a selection of the 5 best, according to visitors, pubs in St. Petersburg, where you can comfortably spend time, have a tasty bite and treat yourself to a glass of traditional ale or beer brewed according to old recipes.

5 O'Hooligans

Let's start our review with the most "outrageous" and charismatic participant in our rating - "O'Hooligans" on Bolshaya Konyushennaya. This is a great place for those who love rock or want to enjoy watching a football match with friends and draft beer. The creation of a cheerful, friendly atmosphere is also facilitated by the often held "live" concerts of local or touring bands in the institution. But even if you did not manage to become a spectator of this interesting action, there will always be something to eat and something to have fun.

The menu at O'Hooligans is a unique mix of the best hits of European cuisine, including the most famous street food dishes. According to regulars, chefs are best at meat steaks, burgers (in particular, Royal Cheeseburger with beef), as well as a variety of snacks and snacks. The list of alcoholic beverages deserves special mention.More than 10 types of beer: dark stout with roasted malt, traditional Irish ale, wheat side with honey, English bitter and many other no less bewitching names in the bar menu will help quench the thirst of even the most demanding gourmet. In addition, hot lovers will find an excellent selection of whiskey, rum, gin and liqueurs here. And girls can be advised delicious homemade wine, martinis or classic alcoholic cocktails. The pub is open from 12-00 to 01:00, the average bill is about 1100 rubles.

4 Dickens

Dickens is a classic English pub with a cozy Chippendale interior and a large selection of beers. The establishment is open from the very morning, so here you can properly “recharge” for the day by eating traditional British oatmeal, scrambled eggs with ham and mushrooms or potato pancakes with sour cream for breakfast.

Most visitors characterize Dickens as a cozy place to hang out with friends. And this is true - the pub has all the conditions to make guests feel comfortable and pleasant at home. The inviting atmosphere, friendly staff and quality service have made Dickens Pub one of the most visited in St. Petersburg, which is confirmed by more than 14 years of successful work. This is one of the oldest locations of this kind, which has its loyal fans both from among the residents of the city and from those who visit St. Petersburg on a visit or on a business trip.Another important factor that influenced the popularity of the pub is its well-thought-out pricing policy - from 12 to 18 hours there is a 20% discount on the entire menu and 10% on drinks (if booked in advance via Instagram). "Dickens" receives guests every day, for those who like to sit in the fresh air there is a summer playground. The average check is about 1200 rubles. (without drinks).

3 Dublin

If you want to have a good time, have a hearty meal, drink beer, but do not want to spend more than the established budget, welcome to Dublin. According to customer reviews, a delicious menu, a large assortment of alcoholic drinks, a lamp atmosphere and quite affordable prices are combined here in the most optimal way. When you come here for the first time, it's hard to take your eyes off the bright interior in traditional Irish green and emerald tones. And then you will study for a long time and with interest other unusual details of the situation in the form of vintage posters, antique telephones, bird figurines, musical instruments on the walls and other original decor items.

Throughout the summer, every Friday in "Dublin" there are performances of musicians. Also, various theme parties are often held here and, of course, views of all significant football matches are broadcast. The institution cooperates with a pottery workshop, so you can order and purchase a personalized clay mug for ale, which can be a great gift for a friend or a souvenir from a trip to St. Petersburg. Dublin welcomes guests daily from 12:00 to 23:30.If you do not plan to leave the house, but want to treat yourself to delicious hot and cold snacks, just order burgers, chips, beer set, hunting sausages, french fries or other items from the online catalog, and they will be delivered to you directly at the specified address.

2 Brugge

The gastronomic pub Brugge is a project of the well-known restaurant group Italy Restaurant Group, which specializes in the development of conceptual establishments with its own philosophy and food culture. This peculiar tavern has earned its popularity and love of visitors due to a combination of several important factors for this type of location at once: excellent location, cozy classic interior, a large selection of delicious dishes and premium service.

The pub is located in one of the most picturesque corners of St. Petersburg, on the Makarov Embankment, close to the Tuchkov Bridge. This is a very revered part of the city by tourists, so the hall is almost never empty. Tables here must be reserved in advance. In their reviews, guests especially note the excellent quality of the products and the original presentation, comparable to the restaurant level. Not so long ago, "Bruges" went through some reorganization, which made it possible to enrich the Italian menu with authentic delicacies typical of Flemish cuisine. Mussels are especially good here, which are specially delivered by plane on Thursdays. The beer list also commands respect.More than 20 varieties of draft beer and about 100 bottled ones will make even the most sophisticated beer lover confused. Brugge opens at 12 noon and stays open until 2 am. The price range is from 500 to 2000 rubles.

1 Oldham

On its official website, Oldham presents itself as "a land of fire and meat, malt and hops". And indeed, all these four components of a good pub are present here in full. The menu of this unique place lists as many as 14 types of steaks, and they are fried not in a banal pan, but on a real, “live” fire. This method of cooking allows you to save all the juiciness of the meat, provides the necessary crust and does not allow the product to lose its softness, so each piece has a delicious taste and aroma.

When it comes to drinks, Oldham doesn't disappoint either. The bar menu offers to try the most delicious draft and bottled alcohol from all over the world. The range includes Irish, German, English, Belgian beers of all varieties. But the special pride of Oldham is a rich collection of craft samples coming here straight from the best family breweries in Europe. Many guests are captivated by the atmosphere of presentability that prevails in this institution. Carefully thought-out interior design, an abundance of natural materials (leather sofas, a solid oak counter, solid tables and chairs), soft light pouring from multi-level lamps - all this makes your stay in the hall unforgettable and very comfortable.Add to this carefully selected musical accompaniment, and you will understand why Oldham does not want to leave even after the glass and plate are empty. On weekdays and on Sundays, the pub is open from 12 noon to 1.00. On Friday-Saturday, you can relax here until 3 o'clock in the morning.

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