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About 10Best's recommendations for Athens's Best Bars:
10Best searched far and wide before ranking these bars as the best in Athens. How'd they earn their way on the list? Beer selection, specialty cocktails, cool aesthetics, great jukeboxes, hip crowds – we consider it all before deciding which ones belong on a list of Athens's Best Bars.
Category: Bars - Athens Nightlife
Address: 42 Tsakálof, Athens
This relaxed bar doesn't even own a telephone, making it the perfect place for a few drinks and a chat with friends. The clientele – mainly gay men – ranges in age from 30's to 50's, but owner-bartender Alekos makes everyone feel welcome. Patrons sit at small tables or recline on comfy couches while not-too-hard rock music plays in the background....
Category: Bars - Athens Nightlife
Address: 78 Damareos, Athens
Multi-ethnic music is the highlight at this small bar. Afro-Cuban, Indian, Peruvian, and Armenian grooves are played most nights of the week. The action typically starts late though – bands usually don't begin playing until after 11pm. Try the house drink while you're there. Known as a rakomelo, it's strong, licorice-flavored raki liquor dosed...
Category: Bars - Athens Nightlife
Address: 27 Tsoha St, Athens
Named for conquering emperor, Balthazar, this establishment is one of Athens' hippest spots for a nightcap. Located in a renovated neoclassical house, the bar sits in a residential area – guaranteeing that music levels stay low enough for conversation. Fine food is served in a dining room, and bar goers are invited to sit in the lush courtyard,...
Category: Bars - Athens Nightlife
Address: 4 Milioni St, Athens 10673
This hip spot is popular with the Kolonaki fashion crowd, Athens' young professionals, and homesick American tourists. Barber chairs, cigar store Indians, and other western memorabilia decorate the premises. Stop in early for fresh-squeezed juice or a specialty coffee. Popular lunches include the caesar salad and house special club sandwich. At...
Category: Bars - Athens Nightlife
Address: 5 Ventiri St, behind Hilton Hotel, Athens
Athenians have been coming to this club for years, taking advantage of its slate of rock, dance, and blues music. The easy-going crowd also favors '80s tunes, dance parties, and an occasional Goth night. Local rock and blues bands perform at times, just to shake things up. Favorite drinks are as straightforward as the patrons – beer and wine top...
Category: Bars - Athens Nightlife
Address: 10 Iraklidon St, Athens
In the 19th century this place served as the royal stables. Today, it functions as a popular entertainment complex, offering a variety of diversions. At the bar, local hipsters shake their groove things to rock music. In the cafe, a more sedate crowd gathers to sit, drink, and enjoy conversation. Stavlos frequently offers other entertainments as...
