| Absinth Bar |
| Once only legal in Spain and the Czech Republic, this liquor has reemerged all over Europe with safer ingredients. Try the famed drink of Hemingway at this bar - carefully mix the burning sugar with the alcohol before downing it and frizzling some ... |
Max-Brauer-Allee 88
Tel: 54 80 69 01
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| Alster Cliff |
| Here you are also assured a stunning front row seat of the Alster. Perfect for a relaxing late afternoon beer and a little re-grouping before deciding on a destination for later night activities. Expect to find other tourists, but with equally good taste. ... |
Fährdamm 13
Tel: 44 27 19
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| Alsterperle |
| With a residence directly on the Outer Alster, this waterside establishment is perfect for a beer or some warm Glühwein after a stroll. Take in the neighbouring mansions and the handsome runners that also appreciate an amazing view of Hamburg's famed river. Bus ... |
Schwanenwik 22
Tel: 74 82 73
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| Atlantic Bar |
| Straight out of the golden age of 1930s Hollywood movies the Atlantic Bar is an Art Deco masterpiece, harking back to the days when staying in hotels was something to look forward to rather than a necessary 21st-century chore. Find immaculate barmen dressed ... |
An der Alster 72-79
Tel: 288 80
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| Aurel |
| Sit back and enjoy a drink and the sun here. Tables are available on the street to allow you to take in the laid back scene in Ottensen. There is also a caipirinha happy hour that runs from 12:00-21:00 so be sure to ... |
Bahrenfelder Str. 157
Tel: 390 27 27
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| Bar Eisenberg |
| With lots of black and copper fittings reminiscient of an old ice-cream parlour, Bar Eisenberg doubles as a friendly cocktail bar during the week, packed with creatives and musicians, and as a live music venue at the weekends. Music varies from soul to ... |
Dragonerstall 15
Tel: 0173 921 60 12
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| Bar Hamburg |
| With a drinks menu bigger than a family Bible, Bar Hamburg is pure cutting edge. Ignore the Italian restaurant downstairs and take a seat in the bar, whose charming barmen conjour up a feast of delicious and fancy drinks from the usual array ... |
Rautenbergstr. 6-8
Tel: 28 05 48 80
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| Bar Rossi |
| A largish Frankenstein?s monster of a box utilising the very best of auctioned lighting, mirror balls, sleek sofas and plenty of vertical drinking space, Bar Rossi has the ability to transform itself from a sad and empty bar into the liveliest place in ... |
Max-Brauer-Allee 279
Tel: 43 25 46 39
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| Bar SáVánh |
| Not a place to kick back and drink a beer in your oldest clothes, rather this trendy bar is a prime time locale for Hamburg's hip crowd. The view of the harbour is an added bonus to the scenery inside. Take advantage of ... |
Neumühlen 11
Tel: 39 80 78 80
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| Bedford |
| Located in the middle of a graffiti-splattered neighbourhood, Bedford resembles a classic German small-town bar commandeered by people in funny hats. Rough and ready, and extremely self-conscious about its image, you have to be a trifle conceited to enjoy drinking here, and you ... |
Schulterblatt 72
Tel: 43 18 83 32
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| Bereuthers |
| This somewhat hidden cocktail bar and restaurant is located on the corner of Kloserstrasse next to one of Hamburg's famous canals. The chic interior gives it an impressive air and an extensive wine and champagne (Sekt) list will keep you fizzing for hours. ... |
Klosterstr. 103
Tel: 41 40 67 89
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| Blaues Barhaus |
| Happy Hour is called blue hour at this bar/club and runs from 18:00 until at least 22:00 most nights. Cocktails are only ?5. Expect to be surrounded by a hip, attractive crowd at this Ottensen bar. Staff is warm and service is quick ... |
Große Brunnenstr. 55
Tel: 39 90 58 42
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| Bolero |
| Not only does this bar have a happy hour daily from 17:00-19:00 when all cocktails are half price, but there is also a caipi hour from 23:00-01:00 when all varieties of caipirinhas are reduced in price. There is also a variety of Mexican ... |
Bahrenfelder Str. 53
Tel: 390 78 00
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| Christiansen's |
| Situated slightly out of sight from the nearby St. Pauli strip, the over 150 types of rum and whiskey here will leave any alcohol connoisseur satisfied. Expect a nice conversation with friendly staff (in English!) or perhaps a free massage if you stop ... |
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| Ciu' |
| Ciu' boasts a worthwhile scene - both of the Binnenalster and of some of the trendier people in Hamburg. A spacious set-up allows for audible conversation in between stealing glances. The cocktail list comes in the form of a magazine and should you ... |
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| Die Herren Simpel |
| Quiet and gentle with a vast picture of flowers behind the bar, this is one of the more charming bars in an area filled with much in the way of empty wackiness. As well as seating at the front with big windows perfect ... |
Schulterblatt 75
Tel: 38 68 46 00
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| Die Welt ist Schön |
| The World is Beautiful according to this bar - but a more appropriate name would be Our clients are beautiful. During the happy hour from 20:00-22:00, cocktails are served for only ?5. The garden on the first of three floors and the roof ... |
Neuer Pferdemarkt 4
Tel: 18 78 88
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| Dual Bar |
| With its beautiful bartenders, cool decor and wide range of cocktails - including a long list of whiskey and malts - this loungey bar offers the best of all scenes. Get there early, secure a seat and have a nice conversation with friends ... |
Schanzenstr. 53
Tel: 45 03 71 66
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| Frank und Frei |
| A bit like a classic South London Victorian boozer, this place features lots of wood panelling, big ceiling fans and lots of bits and bobs stuck all over the walls. There are those who say that Hamburg is an English city, and it?s ... |
Schanzenstr. 93
Tel: 43 48 03
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| Grosse Freiheit 36 |
| For all those who grew up in the 1980s and have yet to leave the music behind - you have found your home. Located on one of the most famous streets near the Reeperbahn, this bar has music, alcohol and people looking to ... |
Grosse Freiheit 36
Tel: 31 77 78 11
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| Hans Albers-Eck |
| Hans Albers, one of Hamburg?s famed singers, has found a home in a bar sitting, as Albers once crooned, "auf der Reeperbahn", and reminds patrons of Hamburg?s port city flair. On weekends arrive early or be prepared to wait. A dance floor and ... |
Hans-Albers-Platz 20
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| Indochine |
| A small Asian-themed bar in the basement of the Raffles Hotel, fabulously decorated with rattan furniture, lots of red silk, old photographs of Singapore and glass-topped tables filled with exotic spices. The favoured watering hole of the city?s 20-something A-list, cocktails include life-affirming ... |
Neuer Jungfernstieg 9-14
Tel: 349 43 33
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| Jahreszeiten Grill |
| More of a restaurant than a bar as testified by the ?23 business lunch, much of the décor in this wonderful Art Deco room is original and dates from 1929. As for drinking here, it doesn?t come cheap, but is worth every penny ... |
Neur Jungfernstieg 9-14
Tel: 34 94 33 12
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| Juli |
| Delight in a light atmosphere full of smiling people who look content with life and aim to counteract the image of stiff, introspective Germans. Not sold? Than stop by perhaps for the 1960s-inspired interior, the relatively inexpensive drinks, the attractive staff or patrons. ... |
Schulterblatt 114
Tel: 43 21 46 96
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| La Paloma |
| Located in the heart of the Reeperbahn area, this bar is rarely without a line. Be prepared to wait for a while on weekends especially. However, an early arrival will allow you to enjoy the suggestive art and the colourful and mixed patrons ... |
Friedrichstr. 12
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| Le Ciel |
| Industrial chic on the ninth floor of the Le Royal Meridien hotel featuring lashings of modern art, a bizarre mix of frumpy hotel guests and trendy locals, classic 90s disco hits and more cocktails than Molotov on a bad day. Take away the ... |
An der Alster 52-56
Tel: 21 00 10 70
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| Marktstube |
| This bar is almost as cool as the area around it. Patrons are hip without trying to be - if that is possible. Atmosphere is relaxing, as is the leather-upholstered furniture. Begin the evening with a drink at this local favourite. ... |
Marktstr. 119
Tel: 43 09 90 82
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| Milk Bar Lounge |
| This trendy cocktail bar hosts an attractive scene after work due to its close proximity to the city centre. Grab a glass of wine or something more elaborate and enjoy the men and women dressed to impress. Take a stroll through Planten und ... |
Dammtordamm 2
Tel: 348 00 34
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| Nullviernull |
| This bar gets its name from Hamburg's phone code. Local Eimbüttelers frequent this narrow bar often to take in soccer matches. The bar itself is somehow Berlinesque and the people too: they are content with what they are doing and don't scan the ... |
Methfeffelstr. 65
Tel: 43 28 28 43
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| Pony Bar |
| Refreshingly tatty and full of ex students still undecided as to whether to start a revolution or a web design company, Pony Bar features 1970s furniture that?s seen more bums than a New York soup kitchen, table football and a wallpapered DJ booth. ... |
Allende Platz 1
Tel: 428 38 78 95
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| Rehbar |
| A nice combination of Hamburg's down-to-earth crowd and those looking for a scene. The bar offers its own beer: Rehbier. Small meals can also be shared. Grab a table and catch up with an old friend while keeping an eye out for something ... |
Ottenser Hauptstr. 52
Tel: 99 99 22 09
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| Seis-Bar |
| If tiring of German beer and wine, stop by this bar for a caipirinha or another tasty cocktail. The crowd is diverse and the area is full of other bars should you be less than thrilled. However, strong drinks might be a reason ... |
Kleine Rainstr. 11
Tel: 46 00 89 11
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| Strandperle |
| Where there is a view, there is a bar. And Hamburg locals, as well as tourists, will take advantage of this fact, weather allowing (though weather is debatable). Order a coffee or beer and relax. No scene to evaluate or crowd to impress, ... |
Am Schulberg
Tel: 880 11 12
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| Summum Bonum |
| A superb open plan bar with huge flaking walls, over two dozen large sofas of varying designs to sit on, a clientele made up of local characters, lawyers, students and other suspicious characters, and delightful student barmaids. Always packed, booze is of the ... |
Neuer Pferdemarkt 17
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| The Academy |
| Becks, Erdinger, Kilkenny, Guinness, Murphy?s red or stout pour from the taps here and an assortment of whiskeys are also available. Expect live music and mixed company at this lively bar - particularly on the nights that the Rockhouse Brothers perform. Most bands ... |
Hans-Albers-Platz 15
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| Top of Town |
| Ignoring the rather foolhardy attempt at proper grammar, Top of Town is just that. In height anyway. The Radisson?s 26th-floor drinking hole wipes the floor with other bars with its view, a fact reflected in the painfully expensive drinks menu. But if you ... |
Marseillerstr. 2
Tel: 350 20
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| Tower Bar |
| This bar provides one of the best (and highest) views of the harbour and has become something of a sightseeing ritual for visitors. Local Hamburgers delight in showing off the Elbe?s activity. Drinks are slightly overpriced and rather froufrou, for lack of a ... |
Seewartenstr. 9
Tel: 31 11 35 24
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| Turmbar |
| This tower-like structure does not strike one at first glance as a bar - it served as a bunker during WW II. However, after walking up a long, wide spiral ramp that once provided shelter during air raids, you can enjoy a drink ... |
Rothenbaumchaussee 2
Tel: 44 45 67
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| Yoko Mono |
| A small bar for the city?s underground set featuring DJs and/or live music every night, this is just like something you?d find in East Berlin. Full of colourful bohemian types, many of who appear to have lost the way, there?s a pool table, ... |
Markstr. 41
Tel: 43 18 29 91
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| Zoe II |
Reminiscent of an old Berlin lounge, Zoe has found a home and a following in the Schanze district. The bar is full of worn furniture, young patrons, and above all else smoke. However, should you be able to survive the atmosphere, you can ... |
Neuer Pferdemarkt 17
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