Best Bars & Pubs in Brasov for Drinks or a Night Out

There are many fantastic bars in Brasov which are great for a drink in the day or a night out with friends. Most bars have decent drink menus with plenty of options. You can find beer, wine, spirits and cocktails in most bars in Brasov.

Beer options include Romanian beers and some continental options too. I spend lots of time in the city and have enjoyed the bar scene and nights out. For food, there are also many fantastic restaurants in Brasov.

Best Bars In Brasov Romania

These are a selection of the best bars in Brasov that I’ve enjoyed drinking. This includes some dog-friendly places too. You can find a good place for a refreshing drink near to all the major attractions in Brasov.

Aha! A Great Place With A Terrace For Summer Drinks

Just outside the central areas, towards AFI Mall, is Bistro Aha. Bistro Aha is a pleasant place with a nicely decorated terrace. The entire place looks cool and is a nice place to hang out. For drinks, they have a fantastic menu. I had a Peroni beer, and my wife enjoyed one of their lemonades.

Gustări A Great Place For Drinks With a View

In the main square of Brasov, near the main sights, is Gustări. Gustări has fantastic views from its outdoor seating area. The highlight being the architecture of Piața Sfatului and the Black Church. You can visit for either drinks or a meal out. They serve local beers, wines and food and are rather nice. Beers include Ursus, a fantastic Romanian beer, which is especially refreshing on a warm day.

Aftăr Stube A Cool Beer Garden

If you like good craft beer and nice burgers, then the garden of Aftăr Stube is fantastic. They have a fantastic range of craft beers, including Beer Czell, a tasty Romanian brew. Aftăr Stube also has a fantastic choice of burgers on their food menu. They cooked these perfectly, and they were very meaty. Overall, Aftăr Stube is one of the best beer gardens in Brasov, thus a great place for an afternoon or night out drinking.

JUNO Wine Garden

While walking the medieval city walls, I spotted what looked like a glamping site; however, on investigation, I found JUNO Wine Garden. JUNO Wine Garden is a lovely venue with covered seating pods and a relaxed vibe. It’s like a beer garden for wine lovers. They also serve great beer.

JUNO Wine Garden is not typical, and you have to go to the bar to get served, which I prefer mostly when drinking. Note they only accept cards for payments. JUNO Wine Garden also hosts wine talks and tastings, which look rather interesting. Overall, JUNO Wine Garden is in a wonderful setting with fantastic seating options.

Deanes Irish Pub & Grill

On the main street, close to Council Square, is Deanes Irish Pub & Grill. Deanes is an Irish-themed pub with a bar area and a cosy basement seating area. They have many beer options, including local tipples and traditional Irish brews.

Whisky is a speciality here, including Irish options and also some good Scotch single malts. Deanes is a great place for lunch and for remote working on their quiet days. However, it has a great vibe in the evenings when the basement comes to life. They often have live music or a DJ, especially on the weekends. Overall, one of the best bars for a party vibe on the weekends.

La Porta: A Stylish Place in Astra

In the Astra area of the city is La Porta, a rather stylish neighbourhood bar that serves food. They have a selection of comfy seats inside and a terrace. La Porta also has a separate indoor smoking room, one of the last ones in Brasov. They serve a great selection of drinks, including some nice continental lagers. Overall, La Porta Bistro is a great place to have an afternoon drink with a bite to eat.

Musik Cafe – The Best Bar For Drink Options

Musik Cafe in Brasov somewhat reminds me of the ruin bars in Budapest, as it has similar decor. The venue has lots of eclectic features throughout, including colourful lights and repurposed objects. Musik Cafe is a great place for a night out, especially if you enjoy beer. They have a comfortable inside area and a fantastically decorated courtyard to sit outside. Musik Cafe is a bar with service rather than table service, and you can peruse their fridges to see all their fantastic options.

They have the best range of beers for a bar in Brasov. This ranges from cheaper Romanian beers to lots of options for German and Czech beers. My favourites include Harghita, a Romanian tipple that is one of the cheaper options in Musik Cafe. Their German beer selection includes Hacker-Pschorr, Paulaner and some options from Hofbrauhaus in Munich. Overall, this is a great place to go for a drink in the evenings, and it’s vibrant in the evening.

Opus9: A Great Place For a Chill

A cafe-bar near the central square on a nice side street. Opus9 serves a variety of original foods and drinks and seems to be a more trendy place to go. I have visited a few times, mainly for a social drink, sitting both inside and outside.

They are also a good place to enjoy a coffee with your laptop and do some work. They have phone charging points, power sockets and good Wi-Fi. Overall, a chilled-out place that is great for a relaxing time in the daytime.

Merlin’s Pub

Another fantastic pub to visit for beer or wine is Merlin’s Pub on Strada Postăvarului. It’s a handy place in the old town in the afternoon or evenings. They have outside seating, upstairs and a basement, which are all pretty nice. Merlin’s pub has a great range of beers to choose from, including local craft beer.

They also do wine, shots and hot drinks. Our first visit was on New Year’s Eve, where, surprisingly, they had a few tables spare. I’d been intending on visiting many times after a recommendation from the Wandering Hartz.

Beer Corner

Another nice bar for a beer or some pub food is Beer Corner on Strada Michael Weiss. This is a pretty new place, which is where my favourite Georgian restaurant used to be. They have downstairs, upstairs and on-the-street seating. Beer Corner has a great choice of drinks, including local and European beers. On my visit, I enjoyed some German pilsners. They also have a food menu including mici, sausages and other Romanian specialities. I enjoyed visiting, and I’ll be back.

Viva la Vida Bistro

A lovely little bar in the centre of Brasov on Strada Michael Weiss is Viva la Vida Bistro. They are a great place for an afternoon drink, especially if you enjoy craft beers or excellent wines. They also serve food, cocktails, soft drinks and coffee.

The interior of Viva la Vida is beautiful and a nice place to spend time. During the warmer months, they also have outside seating on the street with shade. The staff are friendly too, which added to the experience, and I got introduced to some new-to-me Romanian beers.

Bere Mustață A Nice Tap Room

A top bar to visit in Brasov if you enjoy craft beers is Bere Mustață. Bere Mustață is near the main square and the iconic Black Church. They have a nice indoor seating area which is quite big. I visited during a quiet lunchtime and found it to be a relaxing place. The staff were friendly and very knowledgeable about their beers.

They produce 7 beers in-house, which are available on draught or in bottles in the bar. I enjoyed tasting all of their drinks and found the German Pilsner to hit the spot for me. Bere Mustață also serves bar food, including snacks, soups, burgers and pulled pork. I enjoyed their house cheeseburger, which was a great lunch with a beer.

News Caffe

Near the city hall at the edge of Parcul Nicolae Titulescu is News Caffe, a pleasant bar. It’s a great place to sit on a sunny day, with shaded outdoor seating. It’s a good place for coffee or beers, and they provide at-the-table service. Seats, including some comfy options, and tables too. Beer options here include Moretti and Edelweiss, which are nice. They also have options for refreshing soft drinks. Overall, a good place for a drink after a walk in the park or navigating bureaucracy in city hall.

La Mav Neighbourhood Bar

Near the AFI Mall is La Mav, a nice, good-value neighbourhood bar. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, both of which we’ve tried. La Mav is a good place for drinks. They serve Romanian beers, including Ursus, nice lemonade and various wines. They also serve food if you get hungry while enjoying a drink out.

English Bar

The English Bar is a pretty cool place to visit for drinks out with comfy seating. It’s near Piața Unirii and the First Romanian School, making it a good spot for a break if you’re visiting either.

The decor inside is themed on being English and looks good. They also have a small terrace for the warm weather. The English bar had a good selection of drinks, including some local beer. I enjoyed a few Peroni bottles on my visit and enjoyed them.

Adaggio: A Cool Place With Outside Seating

Near the AFI mall in Brașov is Adaggio, a pleasant place for drinks. They have a nice shaded outdoor seating area with table service. My favourite seats are their comfy outside sofas. They serve a variety of beers from across the continent. I’ve enjoyed a drink here a few times and found the service great. I’ve yet to try their food.

Pizza Roma

For a view of the main square and famous Black Church while enjoying a beer, then Pizza Roma is a good place. They have a range of drink options to choose from, including beer, coffee and wines. During the warmer months, they have seating outside, which is lovely. They also serve food, but they are not in my top places to eat. However, they are an excellent place for afternoon or evening drinks.

Café du théâtre

Near the theatre in the centre of Brașov is Café du Théâtre, a pretty cool place for drinks. They have a lovely inside seating area with cool decor. During the summer, Café du Théâtre also has outside seating, which is great.

They serve a variety of drinks, including a full range of coffees and some beer. I usually push the boat out here and enjoy some strong Belgian beer. Overall, a good place for a drink if passing by.

Lavender Cafe & Wine Bar

A nice place to visit for drinks and a snack is Lavender Cafe & Wine Bar, which is out of town in the suburbs. Lavender Cafe & Wine Bar is a cosy little place with nice seats inside. They also have a terrace outside when the weather is warmer. Lavender Cafe & Wine Bar serves all sorts of coffee, soft drinks, wine and beers.

They have some interesting beers, including some from Moldova, which was nice. For food, they specialise in cakes and have lots of delicious-looking options. Overall, the Lavender Cafe & Wine Bar is a nice place for an afternoon treat.

Brașov Train Station Bar

A guide to the best pubs in Brașov would not be complete without a mention of the train station bar. This is a good place to wait when waiting for trains to depart. They serve various beer options and local shots too. You can sit inside or in their outside seating area and watch the trains. It’s a bit rough around the edges, but the cheap beer prices and closeness to the platforms make up for that.

Mavas

On Strada Zizinului in the suburbs is Mavas, a nice neighbourhood bar. I’ve visited quite a few times and always enjoyed it. They have outside seating on the boulevard and comfy seating inside. Mavas has a great range of beers at reasonable prices, including some local craft beer options.