Zagreb Nightlife: 47 Best Local Bars & Nightclubs in Zagreb

Strossmartre

Museums & Galleries 11 2

By Iva

A break from daily life

Strossmartre

11

Strossmartre or "Ljeto na Strossu" lasts from May till September, but there are similar events in other seasons, too. It all takes place in the open, on a beautiful walkway popularly called Stross. Daytime is reserved to enjoy the works and crafts of local artists. The bar opens late in the afternoon and live music spices up the evenings. Read more ›

by Iva

DEŽMAN bar

Budget Meals 9 2

By Ivana

Flare of New York in Zagreb

DEŽMAN bar

9

You will feel a piece of elegant but again causial and laid-back atmosfer in a centraly situated street closed for traffic. A lot of shadow during the day, specially summer, often breez, cool drinks and really yummy scacks. If you want to be seen but still have a realxed conversation with your friends, this is the place. Read more ›

by Ivana

Tolkien's House

Pubs 7 1

By Iva

Fantasy bar

Tolkien's House

7

This is a bar of a long tradition. It was among the first bars in Zagreb with an imaginative interior and such a diversity of imported drinks from all over Europe. It used to be located in the Upper town area, but eventually moved to Kaptol, near a lovely park called Opatovina. Read more ›

by Iva

Café u dvorištu

Eating 8 1

By Anamarija

Oasis with great coffee and atmosphere

Café u dvorištu

8

Try some coffee to wake you up or just to enjoy the taste, beer offered on tap or in the bottle, tasty teas or home-made juice. They also organize some poetry reading. Enjoy the cozy interior or relax on the terrace, any time of the day. Read more ›

by Anamarija

Vintage Industrial Bar

Budget Meals 8 2

By Iva

New club in an old factory

Vintage Industrial Bar

8

Vintage Industrial Bar is one of the youngest nightclubs in Zagreb, but it instantly imposed itself as top hangout spot with great ambient, competitive prices and rich concert program. Plus, it's open each evening, so when you don't know where to go next, you know you can always check into Vintage. Read more ›

by Iva

Cinema Kino Europa

Souvenirs 10 1

By Iva

Century of film screenings

Cinema Kino Europa

10

It's almost 100 years old, which makes it a rare sight well worth visiting. The bar is a pretty lively spot and a great opportunity to try some local rakija-brandy or wine. Read more ›

by Iva

The Beertija

Pubs 7 0

By Iva

Best beer selection

The Beertija

7

It's a perfect evening meeting spot for groups of friends, or even couples, because it has many separated corners for a healthy dose of intimacy. Other than that, it's interior is pretty rustic with wooden furniture, just like a beer house should be. Read more ›

by Iva

Museum of Broken Relationships

Museums & Galleries 14 5

By Iva

The art of break-ups

Museum of Broken Relationships

14

Museum that exhibits memories of broken relationships, each one followed by a short and emotional description. The idea alone is so simple, yet it's perfect. Residents of Zagreb are especially fond of it, probably because its a private project and its success makes the citizens proud. Read more ›

by Iva

Lauba

Restaurants 7 1

By Iva

True art house

Lauba

7

Lauba Art House is one of the most recent museums and it mostly displays pieces from Filip Trade Collection, led by true art-aficionados that have been generously sharing their love for art for years, thus allowing young artist and art-movements to get discovered. Read more ›

by Iva

The Garden Brewery

Pubs 8 2

By Ivana

Place with a lot of character

The Garden Brewery

8

It is urban, it is industrial, it is what Zagreb was waiting for. It has laid-back atmosphere, all ages are welcome, host beer is new craft beer produced on the site, you can actually see beer tanks inside. It is one of those places you are just magicly attracted to visit. Read more ›

by Ivana

Tvornica

Budget Meals 5 0

By Iva

Producing culture for years

Tvornica

5

This is one of the most famous Zagreb night-clubs, always in perfect balance between mainstream and alternative music. They're bringing so many great performers to Zagreb. Read more ›

by Iva

Hub Cooltura Pub

Pubs 5 0

By Ivana

Eclectic life in ordinary neighbourhood

Hub Cooltura Pub

5

If you want to read old and very well preserved newspaper from WW2, this is the place, if you want to sit on the most comfortable car seats, go there, if you want to sip your coffe at the table covered with lacy table cloth that somebody's grandmother made, stop waisting your time on other ordinary places and go enjoy your time in Cooltura. Read more ›

by Ivana

Wine bar Basement

Eating 5 0

By Iva

Chilling to a glass of Croatian wine

Wine bar Basement

5

Basement was opened in 2012 and has pretty soon become a well-known place, especially for evening meetings. It's appreciated for relaxed atmosphere and wide Croatian wines offer. Just like its name indicates, it's decorated to remind of a wine cellar. Read more ›

by Iva

Alcatraz

Nightlife 6 1

By Iva

Rock caffe

Alcatraz

6

The bar is perfectly positioned, it's only 5 minutes away from the Zagreb central square, yet the prices are moderate, even lower than average prices in the city center. It's open till 2 AM each day. Read more ›

by Iva

CRAFT BEERS made in Zagreb

Nightlife 5 1

By Ivana

Craft beer made in Zagreb

CRAFT BEERS made in Zagreb

5

There are many Croatian craft beer brands lately, but there are 3 quite famous in Zagreb, because they are made here and they are really good. Their names are (take a note): 1. ZMAJSKO PIVO 2. VARIONICA 3. NOVA RUNDA Read more ›

by Ivana

22000 milja

Nightlife 6 2

By Iva

Steampunk bar

22000 milja

6

If you're going to have a drink in the city center anyway, why not do it in such a special steampunk looking place, which is pretty much excluded from the standard tourist routes? Even some residents of Zagreb don't know of it, since it's inside a huge courtyard. Read more ›

by Iva

Gavella

Eating 5 1

By Iva

Drama theatre

Gavella

5

You can't really find a reason to see a theater play in Croatian? Then having a drink in the Gavella bar is a good idea. It'll take you a step closer to the world of Croatian actors and theater employees. There's a good chance you'll be able to enter the part of the bar that should be reserved for ensemble and staff members only. Read more ›

by Iva

KSET

Nightlife 6 1

By Iva

Favorite students' hangout

KSET

6

KSET is in fact a students' club and it's run mostly by university students. Although it's widely considered to be a place for penniless students, it often hosts some pretty good performers from all over the world, thus attracting a much larger audience. Read more ›

by Iva

Melin

Nightlife 6 0

By Anamarija

Enjoy jazz music in intimate surrounding

Melin

6

Melin changed a lot in the past few years. What used to be a hole in the wall is now a nice jazz bar that frequently hosts bands playing live. Unlike a lot of other Croatian bars and cafes there's a bar where you can actually sit and have a drink. Whether you'd like a chill evening or a gig - Melin is a place for you. Read more ›

by Anamarija

Kava Tava

Budget Meals 6 0

By Iva

Perfect meetup spot

Kava Tava

6

Kava Tava has recently grown into a trendy little place. It's a charming stand, with no tables inside, only outdoor tables, offering a pretty good choice of drinks, delicious fast food treats, and everything you need for a quick get together with your friends. Read more ›

by Iva

Ožujsko pub Maksi

Eating 4 1

By Ivana

Urban, unique style pub you will love

Ožujsko pub Maksi

4

Apart the best food ever prepared by the best cook Daniel, you will love sittiing on the terrace in rocking chairs or inside on tabouret made out of beer keg or see t-shirts, football boots and balls from most perspective young croatian sportsmen. See the bar front spining when beer is poured or happy hour lamp announching beer minutes. Read more ›

by Ivana

Swanky Mint

Nightlife 4 1

By Iva

19th century drycleaners gone swanky

Swanky Mint

4

Swanky bar is part of a hostel, and that makes it a pretty touristy spot. But the owners did a great job renovating an old dry cleaning facility, finding it a new purpose and preserving the old machinery. As a result, the city got a great partying spot and an inspiring industrial heritage site. Read more ›

by Iva

Choco bar Bomboniere Kras

Eating 5 2

By Iva

Chocolate paradise

Choco bar Bomboniere Kras

5

If your personal image of heaven includes liquid chocolate in unlimited quantities, you'll be thrilled to discover such a place actually exists in Zagreb. Hot chocolate during the day and chocolate cocktails in the evening, a piece of chocolate cake...Better leave that calorie counter behind. Read more ›

by Iva

Sheridan's Irish Pub

Pubs 4 2

By Iva

The only Irish pub in Zagreb

Sheridan's Irish Pub

4

Locals love it because it's genuine. Several years ago, you could stumble upon Irish-themed pubs all over Zagreb, but those places have proven to have a short shelf life. We have great affordable local beer, too, so why would we go to Irish pubs.... unless they're run by a true Irishman, like this one! Read more ›

by Iva

Mochvara

Nightlife 4 0

By Iva

Alternative night club

Mochvara

4

Over the years, Mocvara (Swamp) has grown into a place of cult status. When it first emerged as part of Zagreb cultural and night life, some 15 years ago, it was thanks to the productiveness and energy of local subcultural scene. It has remained faithful to the alternative culture. Read more ›

by Iva

Kik Milcec

Eating 4 0

By Iva

The most Zagreb-like bar

Kik Milcec

4

This place has captured the spirit of a writer and journalist Zvonimir Milcec, who first opened this charming place. He passed away only recently, and left behind an unbelievable number of articles and books about Zagreb. Some used to call him the good spirit of the city, and everyone who feels like a Zagreber possesses at least one of his books. Read more ›

by Iva

Velebit

Things To Do 4 0

By Iva

In the company of adventurers

Velebit

4

This bar is the headquarters of the leading speleology and hiking club called Velebit, one of the oldest mountain sports clubs of Zagreb. This also means it's a favorite meeting spot for adventurous spirits and young active urban people. You don't have to be a club's member to stop by. Everyone's welcome. Read more ›

by Iva

Night Club Jabuka

Nightlife 4 0

By Iva

Hilly underground

Night Club Jabuka

4

It's funny how this underground club is situated in a hilly elite residential area. Teenagers who visit the club during their restless years on regular basis, often grow into a special specie of Zagrebers called "Stari Jabucari" (Old Jabuka-goers) and they always return to Jabuka. Read more ›

by Iva

Route 66

Nightlife 4 0

By Iva

Hard rock bar

Route 66

4

Route 66 is a favorite after-work meeting place for young employees of nearby institutions and business facilities. Nice and robust interior with heavy wooden furniture gives this bar a genuine roadhouse look. Read more ›

by Iva

Bacchus

Nightlife 4 0

By Iva

Jazz club

Bacchus

4

If you're a jazz fan, this is one of the most notable jazzy spots in Zagreb right now. This is also one of the rare bars that gives live concerts at least once a week. Read more ›

by Iva

Cantina - cucina fina

Eating 3 0

By Ivana

Italian life in Zagreb

Cantina - cucina fina

3

It is very Italian flair, when you wanna step into Italy just for a lunch or breakfast time, this place will give you this urge for satisfaction from freshly baked italian focaccia or homemade ravioli con pomodoro. What goes best with tasty meal like that is definitely glass of white wine, of course Italian. Read more ›

by Ivana

Brunch & Caffe Verde

Nightlife 3 0

By Ivana

Different than others, for sure!

Brunch & Caffe Verde

3

If you are used to cosmopolitan culture or simple wanna meet one for the first time, this place has plenty to offer. Baristas educating on coffee culture, cocktail workshops, artists exhibiting their art work on walls of the interior, you name it, this place offers a lot of excitement. Read more ›

by Ivana

Pif

Nightlife 3 0

By Iva

Loved by the locals

Pif

3

It's a nice little bar that doesn't really stand out for its design or drinks offer. But the staff is usually very friendly, the prices are a little bit lower than prices in other places in the very center of the city. Maybe that is why the locals are so attracted to this bar. Read more ›

by Iva

Palainovka

Nightlife 3 2

By Iva

Living history

Palainovka

3

Locals have been romancing with this place since 19th century! It is still running on its original location, under its initial name. It was named after its first owner Mr. Pallain. The interior was redesigned in 2012, and Palainovka has been trully revived since. Read more ›

by Iva

Tituš

Nightlife 3 0

By Iva

A true rock bar

Tituš

3

It's that kind of a place where anyone will feel as welcome as regular visitors. It's situated in the historical part of the city, the so-called Upper town area, but has always been an alternative bar with affordable prices. A perfect little club with live acoustic music in the evening. Read more ›

by Iva

Autonomous Cultural Center Medika

Museums & Galleries 2 1

By Doris

Once a factory, now an outdoor gallery

Autonomous Cultural Center Medika

2

Almost annually the city decides to close the whole area down, but organized protests and numerous petitions managed to save this hugely important cultural melting pot so far. Read more ›

by Doris

Jiggy Bar

Nightlife 3 1

Great atmosphere and live music

Jiggy Bar

3

Atmosphere is great, people are friendly, mixed local and foreign crowd, always open, with good music. The interior is interesting – made of musical instruments parts like drums and stuff :) Read more ›

Spunk

Nightlife 3 0

By Iva

Great live music

Spunk

3

Spunk is situated under the building of National and University Library which is why it's mostly visited by university students who come to the Library during the day. It has been a popular night club ever since it was first opened, known for giving frequent live concerts. Read more ›

by Iva

Mojo bar wine, rakia & co.

Nightlife 3 1

By Ivana

Make your night in Zagreb memorable

Mojo bar wine, rakia & co.

3

It is homy, casual, crowded just to your taste, great music, affordable prices in the center of the city, a bit off the meanstream bar streets which makes this place unique. One of those places where you meet locals and tourists in the same bar clubbing and dancing. Read more ›

by Ivana

Swanky Monkey Garden

Restaurants 2 1

By Lana

Old factory, new cocktail bar

Swanky Monkey Garden

2

Located in the strict centre, what used to be an old textile dyeing factory is today one of the most popular hostels and bars among young people in Zagreb. Enjoy a lovely cocktail on the terrace in the centre while feeling you're being in a different world. Read more ›

by Lana

Sedmica

Nightlife 0 0

By Iva

So smokin' good

Sedmica

0

Sedmica (Number 7) has been serving its bohemian clients for more than two decades. It has been true to its style and has been able to maintain the same kind of customers for so long. Musicians, artists and other distinguished personalities love to occasionally spend their evenings in Sedmica. Read more ›

by Iva

Klub

Nightlife 2 0

By Iva

New place in town

Klub

2

Klub was opened pretty recently and it instantly attracted every single person who ever listened to Clash because in front of it, they unveiled a new statue representing legendary Joe Strummer. It is planned to turn this yard to a punk rock park called Joe Strummer's Square. Read more ›

by Iva

Hangar Club Zagreb

Nightlife 2 0

Homophobic and dangerous nightclub!

Hangar Club Zagreb

2

You shouldn't. It's a shady business, unsafe, and any sane local person will avoid it. Read more ›

Bastion 19

Nightlife 2 0

By Ivana

Where a wine connoisseur finds his heart

Bastion 19

2

If you are coming from a country with a strong wine culture and want a flare of the same here in Zagreb, Bastion 19 is the place to search for it. You will get a specification of every wine you choose and get it served just right. What is uncommon is that wine bar offer cool range of craft beers, local and imported. Read more ›

by Ivana

Pinta

Nightlife 2 0

By Iva

Hidden beer bar in the center of Zagreb

Pinta

2

Heavy wooden hand-crafted furniture, domestic atmosphere, relaxed staff, smoking area (many Croatians smoke cigarettes)... And a cute little terrace on the outside that blends perfectly with the rest of the courtyard, known for little souvenir and photo shops. Read more ›

by Iva

Pločnik

Nightlife 2 1

double-meaning: curb + vinyl records

Pločnik

2

It's laid-back, casual, and three-leveled: - top floor is a vinyl record shop - middle floor is a cafe offering hot drinks, liquor, wine, and premium selection of imported and local craft beers - bottom floor is a small club - an intimate dancefloor with a DJ "booth" Read more ›

Galerija Močvara

Museums & Galleries 0 0

By Doris

A swamp full of creativity

Galerija Močvara

0

The exterior, as well as the interior, are canvases to many of Zagreb’s most popular illustrators and artists, whereas their concert posters, published books and comic strips have been highly recognized and awarded during the past few years. Read more ›

by Doris

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