10 best craft bars in Moscow

Interest in craft beer reached Moscow in 2014. From that moment, bars began to appear regularly, where they offer a foamy drink from small factories from around the world. Although it must be recognized that not every option is successful. The rapid development of craft beer has affected its quality; it can be difficult to find something worthy among hundreds of names. It does not help that not all establishments have qualified personnel. The active growth of bars led to the fact that people with minimal knowledge on the topic were recruited as employees.

The excitement around this drink does not subside, so we decided to find the best places in Moscow with craft beer. The nominees regularly update the menu, importing rare and seasonal varieties. Moreover, not only draft, but also bottled beer is replenished. Most establishments serve snacks, some serve meat, sausages, burgers.There are bars where sports broadcasts, live music evenings, stand-ups are held. The high level of establishments is confirmed by positive reviews.

Top 10 best craft bars in Moscow

10 Eric the Red

Erik Ryzhiy is one of the biggest bars in Moscow. The 3 floors are divided by theme and atmosphere. The menu serves more than three hundred bottled beers, there is Russian and foreign craft. The uniqueness is that on each floor the list of foam is different. For leisurely gatherings, the first room, decorated in the style of the 19th century, is suitable. Fans of English pubs will appreciate the atmosphere of the second floor, and on floor 3 the chef prepares dishes of European and Scandinavian cuisine. Breakfast is served here in the morning.

The bar-restaurant regularly hosts presentations of new types of beer, broadcasts of sports games. The cost of drinks does not exceed the average for Moscow, the institution remains daily. Guests are advised to try the craft beer brands Nøgne, Hornbeer, Haand, De Molen and BrewDog. The bar cooperates with the owners of the factories Velka Morava and One Tonna, their beer is almost always on the menu.

9 Beer Gik Craft Store

The Beer Gik Craft Store occupies a small space with just a few simple tables and a minimalistic design. Behind the bar there are 5 taps of draft beer, bottled craft is much more. Snacks are offered for drinks: cheese, nuts and olives. Music from vinyl sets you in a calm mood.Connoisseurs of rare novelties come here who have tried dozens of craft beer options. A huge assortment and reasonable prices made the bar one of the best. Foam can be tasted before ordering. Connoisseurs recommend trying Woest Rare Sour Ale and Double A Aged Framure.

In 2019, sets from the BOON brewery appeared here with guezes aged in different barrels: wine, cognac, etc. Blends have unique taste properties, opening from different sides in case of long-term storage. This option is great for tasting with friends or adding to your home collection.

8 Haggis Pub & Kitchen

Haggis Pub & Kitchen looks deliberately rough, rustic. The atmosphere and serving are appropriate here: good-natured bearded bartenders, fatty fried meat, barley porridge, offal. At the same time, the chef takes into account modern trends, cooks professionally. 60 types of beer in the refrigerator persuade you to stay longer, sometimes the rarest varieties slip through. All positions are approved by founder Dmitry Zotov, who was inspired by British pubs. Vegetarians have nothing to eat here, but meat-eaters will not be disappointed.

During major sporting events, matches are broadcast, at this time it becomes noisy. Despite the popularity and workload, the service is very fast. The room is large, the bar occupies several floors. The music is unobtrusive, does not interfere with conversation. The price tag is higher than the average for Moscow, but the portions are huge. Visitors recommend booking tables in advance, on weekends there are no chairs even at the bar.

7 Filin Good Bar

Filin Good Bar is, first of all, various entertainments in the evenings, which are better with a mug of foam. Foreign drinks are installed on 8 taps: Belgian ale, English stout, lambic from oak barrels. There are more than 30 bottled beers on the menu, mostly craft beer from Russian and European brands. Experienced bartenders will help you choose the best taste. The menu corresponds to a large beer list: croutons, cheese balls, onion rings are served. There is a good section with fast food, including burgers and burritos. Breakfast is served until 12.

Every evening at the bar is an interesting event. Stand-up artists, musical groups often come here, play Beer Pong. The most significant sporting events are broadcast on the big screen. In Filin Good Bar you can hold any thematic event, especially a brutal one. The interior is designed in loft style. Geometric shapes, bricks and natural wood complete the atmosphere.

6 Craft Station

Craft Station is an opportunity to relax after a hard day, relax with friends, cheer for your favorite sports team during the broadcast. The menu includes 60 types of foamy Russian and foreign producers. Visitors recommend trying Stereo Vario with calamansi and mint, Wolf Shepherd, Atomic Laundry or the classics of Moscow breweries. Domestic foam can be compared with the Belgian, Dutch, German positions.The bar regularly announces new varieties of craft beer, the assortment changes often.

The establishment is decorated in the steampunk style: unusual technological accents mixed with a loft. The place looks brutal, the atmosphere is emphasized by wood, brickwork, figures of animals and weapons. The contact bar is decorated with scarves of football teams, fans often come here, it becomes noisy. Beer is served with snacks, sausages and cheese, but there is a good selection of food: salads, pasta, steaks.

5 Glavpivmag

Glavpivmag is the only bar-shop in the rating. The institution specializes in Russian small breweries. The founder reports about new products in the Vkontakte group. There are 40 taps available in the bar, but only 20 in the store. Visitors advise trying Velka Morava, Lovecraft Weird Brewery, Knightberg and Chernets Brewery. There is practically no food, only nuts, cheese and sausage. People rarely come here to sit and drink beer for hours. Most often, visitors take drinks with them, the prices are considered to be among the best.

A rich assortment of the institution can be seen from the doorstep: the store has a huge refrigerator. The room looks very simple, the bar is decorated more interesting. The walls are painted white, have metal supports and iron on the ceiling. Lager lovers will not be disappointed. Those in the know say that there are practically no passing positions on the menu. Any beer can be tested before purchase. The staff is knowledgeable and able to advise.

4 Craft Republic

Craft Republic does not have a stylish interior and large halls: only a simple tiled floor, ordinary furniture and a little space. However, any connoisseur of Moscow beer knows the bar. Exclusive positions are brought here, which cannot be found in other establishments. The atmosphere is supported by cheerful knowledgeable bartenders, ready to advise the best among 200 types of bottled and 25 taps of draft beer. Low prices allow you to roam, drinks are served with burgers. Despite the interior, the audience is intelligent, the bar is quiet and calm.

Beginners will be pleased with the popularity ratings of drinks compiled by the staff of the institution. The bartender will come to the rescue, new varieties appear every week. For example, in 2019 they offer Chocomeleon from Big Village Brewery with a chocolate biscuit base. Most often on the menu you can find a double IPA, Norwegian Nøgne, a rare 13% stout Ivan Kozhedub. The right glass is chosen for each fortress. However, from food only burgers, cheese and sausages.

3 1516

1516 has the most unusual concept: it is a restaurant, a brewery, and a club. It is not surprising that the audience is going to be completely different. The amber-colored ale brewed in the bar is popular. As visitors say, tropical fruits and needles are felt. The best tasting set is served here: 6 types of beer will be poured for only 395 rubles. The bar offers membership, rewarding those who buy with special privileges. For example, an author's mug with a free drink, a keg of birthday foam (available at any time), compliments from the chef.

In total, 10 varieties of craft of their own production are served here.There are 35 bottled names from abroad, including Belgium, Denmark, Germany, USA. The barista advises trying dry stout, light and dark monastery ale, fruit beer. There is a good Swedish cider with pear, lemon, wild berry flavors. The rest of the alcohol will appeal to connoisseurs of something strong.

2 temple bar

Temple Bar prides itself on a well-crafted menu that includes not only beer but also great food. The bar serves 15 types of draft and 70 bottled beers from around the world. Here you can try a drink that has received a Guinness record for the fortress. If the bar is visited by a company with different tastes, they will be offered wine, whiskey and rum. The chef is experimenting with alcohol, creating author's cocktails. The basis of the menu is marble meat steaks. It is recommended to order Ribeye, Chateaubriand, New York beer.

Visitors say that it is not necessary to take a hearty meal, there are more than 10 types of salads on the menu. Shrimp, vegetables, squid, seaweed, several types of fish and chicken are available. They even serve gluten-free Italian pizza with cheese. The interior repeats a typical English pub with dark shades and soft sofas. In the warm season, a terrace opens; in winter, guests are warmed by a fireplace. Musicians play on weekends.

1 Cooking

Varka was founded by two beer connoisseurs (Sergey and Alexander), who regularly replenish the menu. Since the taste of the founders is different, the choice is the most interesting.There are 20 taps for draft in the bar, more than 50 types of bottled foam, but sometimes the number goes over 100. There are only 2 foreign drinks: IPA and porter. The emphasis is on the best breweries in Russia, including Trigger and Jaws. There is no permanent menu, something regularly disappears and is added. Everything is bottled in 400 ml, the prices are quite affordable (from 150 rubles).

Brewing is also suitable for those who have not yet appreciated the delights of craft beer. They pour wheat varieties and lager. In 2019, the assortment was supplemented with 10 types of drink from the Bakunin brewery, there is an unusual hoppy imperial stout. The bar has the best space for a leisurely drink in good company. There is enough space for everyone, it looks and sounds decent. An appetizer is ordered for beer: smoked sausages, cheese, fish, nachos.

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