Tirana has some of the best nightlife in Albania, with bars, restaurants and entertainment venues around every street corner. With so many different types of bars to choose from, such as jazz bars, restaurant bars, live music venues and cocktail bars, it can be hard to decide on where to go first. We’ve made life a little easier for you and listed our rankings for the top 7 best bars in Tirana. Let’s discover Tirana’s top 7 best bars:
Discover Tirana’s Top 7 Bars, How do these rankings work?
1. Lift Tirana
A steakhouse combined with a lively rooftop bar, giving you picturesque views of Tirana, Lift Restaurant gives you the best of both worlds. If you prefer a sit-down drink and dining experience or want a more upbeat night-out vibe, you’ll find both and more here. Lift has earned rave reviews for its atmosphere, excellent array of alcoholic drinks and cocktails, service and of course its steaks. Personally, we’d recommend the cocktails!
2. Hemingway Tirana
Named after the famed author, Hemingway Bar may be small, but its impact and popularity are far from it. The lively jazz, blues and swing bar/club is a firm favourite among local Albanians who want a good night out with even better tunes and the best selection of drinks. Hemingway also hosts regular live events, gigs and even masquerade balls, making it one of the best spots in town for dancing all night long.
3. Radio Bar
Radio Bar’s popularity is reflected through its retro-style colourful decor, chilled but by no means boring vibe, and world-class service. Ask any local what their favourite bar in Tirana is, and they’ll likely say, Radio Bar. Plus, the cocktails are exceptional and you’re guaranteed to find your favourite tipple here.
4. Whisky Bar
How do you like to spend your evening? Well, during the day, the atmosphere here is like that of a chilled-out restaurant/bar with glasses of wine and food adorning the tables, and by night, the bar comes alive with a club-like vibe, giving you the best of both worlds. Enjoy your favourite tipple as you dance the night away to the DJ sets– what more could you ask for?
5. Melbourne Bar
Melbourne Bar is the perfect local hangout for a chilled but still memorable night, with all the classics on offer, from wines and beers to cocktails. Melbourne Bar is known for its reasonable pricing and exceptional service, with the friendly and professional staff always going above and beyond for you.
6. Bufe Wine Bar
This sophisticated and upmarket wine bar in the heart of one of Tirana’s best-loved districts is perfect for tourists who want to sample local and international wines while enjoying the friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Enjoy some delicious food alongside your glass of red or white and soak up the sun in the bar’s garden.
7. Spy Speakeasy
We love a speakeasy, and with the secretive Prohibition-era atmosphere, cosy and intimate vibes and the large selection of alcohol, what’s not to love? Spy Speakeasy is one of the best-loved secret bars in Tirana– if you can find it, you won’t want to leave. On the menu are some of the best-known and loved cocktails, such as Old Fashioned, Gimlet, Daiquiri and Manhattan, as well as signature Spy Speakeasy cocktails. This place may just become your new favourite (secret) after-dark hangout.
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