Must-see nightlife in Jerusalem

  • Kadosh

    Jerusalem

    Since 1967, Kadosh has been cultivating an uncanny miniature Paris, from the burnished colour scheme and outdoor seating to the intellectual chit-chat…

  • Casino de Paris

    Jerusalem

    During the British Mandate, this building was an officers club for British soldiers. The Brits left in 1948 and this place promptly fell into disrepair,…

  • Talbiye

    Jerusalem

    Israeli and international wines flow freely at this bohemian-feel bar, whose antique furnishings and location underneath the Jerusalem Theatre pull a…

  • Beer Bazaar

    Jerusalem

    Glug your way through more than 100 craft beers (including dozens of Israeli brews) at this enormously popular bar in Mahane Yehuda Market. The Jerusalem…

  • Barood

    Jerusalem

    Pass the time beautifully at this intimate bar-restaurant in a courtyard behind Jaffa Rd while sampling from the solid selection of local wine, cocktails…

  • Videopub

    Jerusalem

    The local LGBT community flocks to this teensy space above Cassette Bar for drinking, dancing and the occasional drag show (Thursday and Saturday are…

  • Cassette Bar

    Jerusalem

    Accessed from the street (look for the metal door covered with old cassette tapes) or through the rear of the Record Bar next door, this pint-sized cave…

  • Roasters

    Jerusalem

    Perch on a wobbly stool (or an even wobblier metal barrel) at this immensely popular coffee spot in the thick of Mahane Yehuda. Sip a foamy cappuccino or…

  • Carousela

    Jerusalem

    Just off relatively bustling Azza St, this funky spot is where locals go for strong coffee and creative cocktails. Offers outdoor seating and occasional…

  • Versavee

    Jerusalem

    Whether you're sipping mint-infused lemonade or a glass of wine, Versavee's courtyard seating and location by Jaffa Gate make it a convenient spot for…

  • Viennese Café

    Jerusalem

    Baroque music and Sachertorte attempt to carve out a corner of Vienna within the tranquil confines of the Austrian Hospice. Make no mistake: this is a…

  • Mike's Place

    Jerusalem

    Guinness on tap, sports on screen and traveller-friendly staff. Yup, you've seen the same formula in a dozen other bars, but this chain pub is an easy…

  • Record Bar

    Jerusalem

    Here's the lowdown: Record Bar regulars start their night sitting at the outdoor tables, enjoying two drinks for the price of one (4.30pm to 9pm), sizing…

  • Cellar Bar

    East Jerusalem

    The bar at the legendary American Colony Hotel looks very Jerusalem with vaulted ceilings, stone floors and windowless walls, just like one of the Old…

  • HaSadna

    Jerusalem

    The owners of much-loved Machneyuda recreated their magic here, combining style with substance, in this former railroad warehouse redesigned as a classy…

  • Justice Club

    Jerusalem

    Massive dance club with high-tech sound and light for those 23 years and older. Israeli music on Tuesday nights; DJs spinning techno, electronic dance…

  • Gatsby’s Cocktail Room

    Jerusalem

    Renowned for its incredible cocktails in a city that loves its beer, Gatsby’s Cocktail Room is intentionally hard to find, but that's part of the fun. To…

  • Hashchena Wine Bar

    Jerusalem

    This cosy wine bar on the edge of Mahane Yehuda Market is a great place for an intimate drink, with seating inside and outside (the latter is the best for…

  • Parliament

    Jerusalem

    This strange Jimmy Buffett–looking beach shack covered with a hodgepodge of historic photos sits on a side street just off the main market streets. Juice…

  • Etrog Man

    Jerusalem

    Part smoothie bar, part medicine man, Etrog Man aims to cure your ills with a chilled glass of goat milk and passion fruit, or its 'etrogat', whose…

  • Garden Terrace

    Jerusalem

    Crowning one of the city's most luxurious hotels is this circular rooftop bar with, you guessed it, spectacular views. Settle into a comfy seat and order…

  • Jabotinski

    Jerusalem

    Named after the Russian-born Zionist Ze'ev Jabotinsky (1880–1940), this pub and traveller hang-out is one of a number of popular watering holes on Shim'on…

  • Coffee Mill

    Jerusalem

    Bustling and bookish Coffee Mill draws a multilingual crowd to sip lattes between walls lined with coffee beans and covers of the New Yorker. Coffee Mill…

  • Sira

    Jerusalem

    This tiny bar off Ben Sira St is dark, crowded and loud, reverberating with anything from jazz to electronica depending on the night. There's a mini dance…

  • Musa's Cafe

    Jerusalem

    Musa's Cafe is an Old City staple, nestled amid stalls of clothes, sweets and souvenirs in the Cotton Market section of the Muslim Quarter. With seating…

  • Primitivo

    Jerusalem

    A sophisticated, intimate but unstuffy spot for a wide choice of Israeli and international wines and creative cocktails best enjoyed at the long bar. Food…

  • Hatch

    Jerusalem

    Owned by a young self-taught brewer originally from New York City, Hatch, does craft beer and delicious homemade sausages with a few sides on the menu –…

  • Tahir Bar

    Jerusalem

    Known for its live Mizrahi-style music performances (Arab and North African Sephardi), hookahs and shots of arak, this laid-back bar in the middle of the…

  • Boutique Central Coffee

    Jerusalem

    A friendly corner cafe where great coffee is served with a smile and ideally a little something from its rainbow of macarons. Pastries are all kosher.

  • Mirror Bar

    Jerusalem

    Mood lighting, comfortable seating and talented mixologists make this a great choice for a nightcap or pick-up spot. The long bar with its backlit…

  • Soho Pub

    Jerusalem

    Good spot for its outdoor seating in the adjacent plaza, which is packed to overflowing when screening live sporting events on big screens. It's a solid…

  • Amigo Emil

    Jerusalem

    Arches of Jerusalem stone and the glint of wine racks make this restaurant, housed in a 400-year-old former workshop, an atmospheric place for a drink,…

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