Bar entertainment in Athens
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Brettos
A Plaka landmark, this quaint bar has a stunning backlit wall of coloured bottles, old wine barrels and an authentic old-fashioned character. It’s a quiet spot for a night- (or day-) cap, with a tempting range of homemade brews to imbibe or take away.
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Nipiagogio
One of the first bars to open in Gazi, this popular place in a former kindergarten (as the name in Greek suggests) plays on the children’s toy theme in its décor. Inside it’s one of the liveliest small clubs, while there’s a fantastic courtyard for summer.
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Alexandrino
There’s a quaint French bistro feel to this tiny bar on the emerging dining and bar strip along Benaki. Alexandrino is great for a quiet drink; the service is friendly and you can sit at the narrow bar or at the few tables on the pavement.
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Alekos’ Island
One of Athens’ oldest and friendliest gay bars relocated from Kolonaki to this stylish venue. Alekos the artist-owner is behind the bar (some of his works adorn the walls), while partner Jean Pierre plays DJ. Attracts a mixed crowd.
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Galaxy
Not to be mistaken for the Hilton’s impressive rooftop Galaxy bar, this tiny place in an obscure arcade is a friendly, time-warp type of place where you sit at the bar and get great service and a little meze with each round.
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Hoxton
Since the metro station opened, the drinkers along the Voutadon strip of bars flow into one big throng. Hoxton is one of the most popular bars, with funky industrial design, clashing leather chesterfields and modern art.
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Balux House Project
This cast glass–fronted beach house is an all-day hangout set up as a series of living rooms. The youthful crowd lounges around playing cards, board games or pool, surfing the net, or curled up in a beanbag with a book.
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Circus
Right on the border of Kolonaki and Exarhia, Circus has Exarhia’s youthful edge without the grunge and a bit of Kolonaki’s glamour without the pretensions. Most nights there’s a fun vibe and great music.
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Mai Tai
A classic Kolonaki haunt, this atmospheric all-day bar and grill, with a few tables outside on the pavement, attracts an interesting 30-something crowd that gets more boisterous into the evening.
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Stavlos
Located in the old royal stables, this is one of the original bars in the thriving Thisio strip. There's a great internal courtyard bar, as well as tables on the pavement outside.
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Gazaki
One of the original Gazi bars still going strong, this friendly and unpretentious place has a lively rooftop terrace and a mixed crowd. The artwork plays on the gasworks theme.
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Kinky
Kinky is one of the original trendy breed of small, funky bars hidden in obscure alleys in downtown Athens. You’ll spot patrons lounging on the ornate bed outside.
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Duente
An established local haunt, this intimate French brasserie–style bar with sedate music and a mature crowd is ideal for a quiet meal or drink at the bar.
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Thirio
A Psyrri veteran, this Lilliputian bar is a delightful, two-level warren of small nooks and lounges, with eclectic music and unique ambience.
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Gazarte
Upstairs you’ll find a cinema-sized screen playing cartoons and videos, great city views, mainstream music and a trendy 30-something crowd.
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Kazu
A bright and cheery little bar with a penchant for black, soulful sounds, good cocktails and a hip 30-something crowd.
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Wunderbar
A trendy lounge bar and café on Plateia Exarhion (Exarhion Sq), this is a good place to start the evening before exploring the side streets.
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