Must-see nightlife in Silesia

  • Vinyl Cafe

    Wrocław

    This lovely, jumbled-together, bohemian-baiting little cafe sits on a nondescript side street north of the Rynek. Inside you'll find books, board games…

  • Klubokawiarnia Mleczarnia

    Wrocław

    Hidden away in a courtyard in Wrocław's one-time Jewish neighbourhood, this riotously decorated bar is filled with salvaged bentwood chairs, scuffed…

  • Dojutra

    Wrocław

    This welcoming boho bar is good for meeting locals over an evening craft beer, or pushing on into the wee hours to the soundtrack of local DJs. If you're…

  • Absurdalna

    Katowice

    Decked out in surreal art, lit by a galaxy of candy-coloured globes dangling from the ceiling and boasting 15-plus intriguing draught beers alongside a…

  • Kawiarnia Kulturalna

    Sudetes Mountains

    Brick-solid yet imaginative, the 'Cultural Cafe' is a lovely find in Bystrzyca Kłodzka. Strewn with art (some for sale) and frequented by artists, it's…

  • Literatka

    Wrocław

    Cafe by day, cocktail bar by night, this split-level book-lined hang-out next to a library will attract the literary minded. The interior is a cosy blend…

  • Papa Bar

    Wrocław

    Centred around a huge wooden bar bristling with alcoholic ordinance, this cocktail bar and restaurant unashamedly proclaims itself 'the best bar in town'…

  • Szklarnia

    Wrocław

    The 'Greenhouse', named for its verdure-filled atrium and shady outdoor terrace, happily balances stylishness with friendliness. Its tattooed young…

  • Motyla Noga

    Wrocław

    Spread over three rooms and a courtyard in a superbly atmospheric medieval building that once served as the municipal prison, the 'Butterfly's Leg'…

  • Baroccafé

    Lower Silesia

    This cafe occupying the gatehouse at the entry to the Church of Peace is a beautiful space with whitewashed brick walls, old timberwork and inviting nooks…

  • Cafe Artzat

    Wrocław

    Low-key Cafe Artzat is just north of the landmark Church of St Elizabeth. With its bright vaulted ceilings, clusters of colourful but well-worn seating…

  • Sztamfer

    Silesia

    A slickly outfitted contemporary bar and grill just off the Rynek, Sztamfer is the place to sip cocktails, nosh on burgers and try various craft beers. It…

  • Czekoladziarnia

    Wrocław

    Push past the display counter of impeccably handcrafted chocolates (if you can), grab a bentwood chair or banquette in the sweet little cafe area, and…

  • Kofeina Bistro

    Katowice

    This bright modern cafe serves some of Katowice's best coffee, along with a selection of cakes and light meals.

  • Bezsenność Insomnia Club

    Wrocław

    With its alternative/rock/dance lineup and distressed decor, Insomnia attracts a high-end clientele and is one of the most popular clubs in town. It's…

  • Maska

    Silesia

    A place of wine, song and gathering since the 19th century and throughout the years of the PRL, this atmospheric pub on the main square is ideal for a…

  • Pauza

    Silesia

    A relaxed split-level cafe tucked away in a backstreet, this is the perfect place for coffee and cake after a hard day's sightseeing. There's a smattering…

  • Pożegnanie z Afryką

    Sudetes Mountains

    This inviting branch of the cafe chain 'Out of Africa' peddles any number of imported beans within its dim and character-packed premises and, of course,…

  • Wall St

    Wrocław

    One of the big boys in Wrocław's modest clubland around Pasaż Niepolda, Wall St puts on EDM, trance, house and other nights, plus occasional comedy…

  • Spiż

    Wrocław

    This popular microbrewery and restaurant occupies a historical cellar under the town hall. Bustling staff scurry around the copper vats to serve the…

  • PRL

    Wrocław

    The ranks of red chairs drawn up on the square outside are the first clue to this bar's schtick: communist nostalgia. Inside, disco lights play over a…

  • Frankie's

    Wrocław

    This slickly presented juice bar, currently expanding throughout Poland, mixes a delicious array of creatively named drinks (13zł to 14zł) from the …

  • Belfast

    Sudetes Mountains

    Dependable for a pint and some time off your feet, as Irish-themed pubs the world over tend to be. The Belfast doesn't specialise in anything Northern…

  • Pub Guinness

    Wrocław

    No prizes for guessing what this pub serves. This lively, convivial Irish-themed pub is spread over three levels, and the Guinness isn't bad. The ground…

  • Highlander

    Silesia

    A good place for a beer and dance, this friendly (but not very Scottish) venue serves interesting beers, and on Friday and Saturday nights hosts DJs…