The Best Bars in the Romanian City of Iași

A favourite gathering place for young people in Iași, Cafeneaua Piata Unirii is perfect for dancing, drinking and mingling. The bartenders are friendly and experienced in preparing stunning cocktails. Wine, beer and hard alcohol is also available. On the weekends, a club opens downstairs, making Cafeneaua a great place for a night out.

A café by day and bar by night, Acaju is a very cosy place to relax. Its colourful terrace compliments warm summer evenings, while its interior feels just like home. Every week, workshops and events focusing on gastronomy, film or music are organized for guests. And let’s not forget the main reason why Acaju is on our list, it serves a wide variety of delightful drinks, from shots to spectacular cocktails.

A pub with a British ambiance and a healthy collection of trumpets hanging on the wall, The Trumpets is the place to hang out after the workday in Iași. Its menu features plenty of food and drink options, each named after British artists like ‘Egg Sheran’. If beer is your speed, you’ll find Romanian craft brews like Nenea Iancu or Zăganu on the menu. Try them while listening to live music Thursday through Saturday.

If you love beer, this is the best place for you in Iași. With 200 craft beer varieties, Beer Zone lets you taste unique brews like hot beer, caramelized beer, beer with ginger and smoked beer. Among other choices, you’ll also find marvellous Romanian and Belgian craft beers. If you don’t know what to pick, just ask the friendly bartenders. Just be aware that once you start tasting, it’s pretty hard to stop. Cheers!

Both a bar and a restaurant, Vivo has the most delicious burgers in town, as well as awesome beer. The superb ambiance makes it easy to relax with friends. If you are going just for a drink, the wide variety of beer, juices, lemonades, wines and cocktails will keep you satisfied.

Rock’n’Rolla is the best rock, blues and jazz pub in the city! Get ready for live music, friendly people and good drinks. With a cosy ambiance and people that make you feel like part of the family, this is a fantastic place to hang out with friends. The best part is that your chances of making a new friend over a Guinness or a Bloody Mary are pretty good.

With a modern design and a fancy personality, Time Out is a lounge bar that is very popular among students and locals. With comfortable couches and good music, the bar is ideal for a chill night out with friends. In the evenings, the place fills up with a young crowd, so join the party and have one of Time Out’s lovely cocktails.

La Bazã is a great place if you like the college bar scene. There is always something happening here. Great music, friendly staff members and low prices make it ideal for budget bar crawlers who love a party. Situated in a peculiarly decorated part of the city centre, the bar also hosts beerpong nights and other fun events. Check out this lively, pleasant place!