Zagreb • Food & Drink
Best Bars in Zagreb (By Night Style)
A guide to Zagreb nights: cocktail bars, wine spots, casual pubs, and where to start your evening depending on your mood.
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Zagreb nights: the vibe
Zagreb nightlife is more about atmosphere than intensity. A typical night is a slow start, a good drink, a walk, and a second place if the vibe is right.
Real bars to try (starter list)
These are concrete, well-known options to anchor a night. Check the venue’s own site for the latest events and hours — Zagreb nights can be seasonal.
Swanky Monkey Garden
Courtyard-style nights and a stylish vibe.
Old Pharmacy Pub
Central pub energy with an easy-going night feel.
Peaches & Cream
A cocktail-first stop when you want a “proper bar” night.
The Garden Brewery
Craft beer + industrial taproom atmosphere.
Pivnica Medvedgrad
Local brewery/pub classic with hearty food options.
Bikers Beer Factory
Beer-forward nights with a big, casual space.
Pick your bar style
- Classic cocktail night: choose a refined spot and stay for two rounds.
- Wine night: keep it intimate and pair it with a late dinner.
- Casual night out: start on a lively street and follow the energy.
- Live-music night: check events calendars when you arrive.
Perfect bar night (simple)
- Dinner near the center → one quiet bar → night walk → one lively stop if you want it.
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Keep exploring Zagreb
Use the guide list to build a trip that fits your pace — a few anchors, plenty of wandering, and at least one night walk.
Love Zagreb is an independent guide. For official updates, visit Zagreb Tourist Board and the linked official sources above.