Cocktail Bars in Bucharest: 12 Places for a Great Drink

The name says it all. FIX ME A DRINK is an urban cocktail bar near Cișmigiu for people who love mixology, with reinterpreted classics, original creations, premium spirits and house-made infusions.

The space is intimate and modern, the kind of place where you settle in for one drink and stay for three. It works just as well for catching up with friends as for a date, and guests rate it 4.9 out of 5 on ialoc.

The Owl Cocktail House feels like a proper neighbourhood cocktail bar: cosy, authentic and full of character. Start with one of their spicy, flavourful signatures and let the evening unfold from there.

It is rated 4.8 out of 5 on ialoc from more than 420 guest reviews, with the warm, attentive staff mentioned again and again.

Frank is a little speakeasy hideout on Calea Victoriei, where classic cocktails are served by candlelight and secrets are encouraged. Every drink here comes with a story.

Choose it when you want a quiet, atmospheric glass of something good rather than a loud night out.

"Lovely ambience, the decoration feels unique and fitting for the location. Drinks are great value and incredibly delicious."

★★★★★ Guest review on ialoc

Hidden in plain sight, Oficiul 1 calls itself Romania's first speakeasy bar. Look for the red door of a former post office, step inside and you are in a world of inventive cocktails, secrets and stories.

Guests describe the atmosphere as intimate and cosy, but lively thanks to the DJ music. It is a lovely spot for a nightcap with friends.

In the heart of the Old Town, SIPPERS is made for people who appreciate a well-made cocktail. The classics follow their original recipes, the signature list plays with unexpected combinations, and there are refreshing non-alcoholic options too.

The mood is relaxed and friendly, perfect for an evening with friends. It is rated 5 out of 5 on ialoc from close to 300 guest reviews.

"They have an extensive cocktail menu and are also able to curate drinks which are not on the menu."

★★★★★ Guest review on ialoc

If gin is your drink, GinOteca is your place. This gin bar in Bucharest mixes craft gins into aromatic gin and tonics, with a long list to work your way through and tapas to share on the side.

Guests love the quiet garden, the friendly service and the resident cats. It is rated 4.9 out of 5 on ialoc.

"Amazing cocktails. It is worth trying them. Staff very nice and the place is cozy."

★★★★★ Guest review on ialoc

For 12 years, Salon Golescu has been a social favourite near Piața Romană. Craft cocktails, eclectic music and a buzzing crowd make it an easy yes for a spontaneous night out.

Walk-ins are welcome and some seats are kept for guests without a reservation. If you are coming with a bigger group, you can book for up to 16 people.

At Sous Sol, every cocktail is treated like a small piece of craftsmanship. This experimental cocktail bar in the Old Town is adventurous but relaxed, with a vibe guests describe as intimate and romantic.

If you are planning a date night in Bucharest, it is a lovely choice.

"If you want to have a proper cocktail, Sous Sol is the place."

★★★★★ Guest review on ialoc

Some drinks taste better with a view. BARTINI Rooftop is a modern, elegant skybar in central Bucharest, with signature cocktails, good music and the city spread out below you.

It is a popular pick for after-work drinks, celebrations and private parties.

"Amazing place with view. Very good cocktails and food!"

★★★★★ Guest review on ialoc

Decadance is chic, retro-inspired and a little glamorous. The cocktails are original and made with homemade ingredients, so there is always something new to try.

It is a great spot to dress up a little and enjoy the evening. Guests rate it 4.9 out of 5 on ialoc.

Condesa lives in a beautifully restored beaux-arts townhouse, with interiors by architect Cristian Corvin spread across three floors and a roof terrace.

Come for the curated cocktail menu and stay for the dedicated tequila and mezcal selection, a treat if agave spirits are your thing.

At Robescu 14, cocktails are not just mixed, they are made for you. The bartenders, self-styled "wizards", build each drink around your own taste, so no two evenings are quite the same.

Guests talk about imaginative "potions", warm hosts and a playful, personal experience. Come without a fixed order in mind and let them surprise you.