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Secret bars in the German capital all have one thing in common — the unmarked door. This is why it's often hard for tourists to find them, even Berliners have difficulty trying to track them down. These hidden gems are nestled in the shadows of unwary streets and apartment complexes, crammed into ridiculously small areas.
To make things easier for you, we're revealing the top secluded bars in Berlin that you simply can't miss. Check them out below!
Located in Prenzlauer Berg in a residential street, Becketts Kopf is known for its unique entrance. If you'd like to enter the small cocktail bar, you'll need to look for the portrait of Samuel Beckett.
Once you get inside, you'll be greeted with a stool or two, and if you're in luck — a red leather sofa to relax on. To make sure you get to experience this alluring bar, you need to show up early as it only offers 20-something seats and standing isn't allowed.
Becketts Kopf has two rooms, for smokers and non-smokers, and a menu full of classic handcrafted cocktails that range from nutty to sweet and sour flavors. Yum!
How To Enter: Ring the doorbell and wait for the bartender
Address: Pappelallee 64, 10437 Berlin, Germany
Fairytale Bar
Photo Credit: Fairytale Bar
As another special spot hidden in the Prenzlauer Berg area, this bar is covered with rabbit statues, preserved butterflies, magical mirrors, book-like menus, and secret doors. It looks like a scene from Alice in Wonderland!
To find the bar, you must follow the Fountain of Fairytales in Volkspark, across the street at number 24. Even though the interiors are breathtaking, you must visit the place for the creative cocktails inspired by different fairytales such as the Snow White cocktail with absinthe and champagne served in Louboutin-like glass slippers.
How To Enter: Ring the buzzer at the white door
Address: Am Friedrichshain 24, 10407 Berlin, Germany
Bar Tausend
Photo Credit: Tausend Bar
Situated in Friedrichstrasse, beneath a railway bridge, Bar Tausend is known for its strict door policy. This part of the Mitte district attracts fancy crowds so it's recommended you dress elegantly. To get inside, you have to look for a unique unmarked entrance — an old iron door.
Apart from being one of the coolest bars out there, Tausand is also a restaurant and a live music venue. Therefore, the ambiance is glowing with different light fixtures and a curved ceiling. A perfect setting for tasty cocktails and dishes combining Berlin and Lima cuisine.
Rum Trader, a little nook in Charlottenburg, is one of Berlin's oldest speakeasy cocktail bars with the unmarked door covered in all-black color and golden trim.
What makes this place stand out are the cocktails crafted by the respected barman, Mr. Scholl, and based on the customer's preferences. No need for a menu! The bar is, of course, recognized for its rum creations but you'll be offered various spirits too.
Since only 25 seats are available, you better be quick enough to snag a spot! Bars like this just make you go: ah, yes this is the place.
How To Enter: Find the black door and ring the doorbell
Address: Fasanenstraße 40, 10719 Berlin, Germany
Fahimi Bar Kreuzberg
Photo Credit: Fahimi Bar
Nestled in a former barracks at Kottbusser Tor, Fahimi Bar is the "it" place for innovative drinks. The Interior is very industrial with an elegant minimalistic feel but the absolute highlight is the panoramic view at the entire length of the bar.
Fahimi serves gin, champagne, and cocktails with Thomas Henry vodka, fresh raspberries, basil leaves, and lemon juice. The good news is that the seating is spacious but it still gets busy on the weekends, which makes it hard to even find a place to stand. With DJ sets and electric beats, this bar is a must-visit.
How To Enter: Look for the hidden staircase in Kottbusser Tor
Address: Skalitzer Str. 133, 10999 Berlin
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