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If long nights out in town is what you're looking for, you've come to the right place. Athens ranks among the hottest nightlife destinations, with an electric, upbeat atmosphere and thrilling urban vibe that will give you a lesson or two in partying like there was no tomorrow. Do as the locals do: venture out between 23:00 pm and midnight, leave all your worries behind, indulge yourself in spontaneous revelry and, this is most important, don’t even consider venturing back before the early morning hours. In many nightclubs the fun starts after about 01:00 am, when the local “tsifteteli” songs (eastern style upbeat love songs that inspire the ladies to sensuous undulating dancing, similar to a simplified form of belly dance – often converted to a table dance on the spur of the moment).
As in many things here, you will discover that in Athenian nightlife moderation is out, all-out partying extravaganza is in. Wherever you choose to spend your night, if the weather has begun to warm up you’ll find the pavements and terraces strewn with tables and loud groups of friends chatting, teasing one another or people-watching.
As far as drinking is concerned, the locals enjoy their drinks but drunkenness is widely considered a sign of weakness, not virility. While we’re on the subject, bear in mind that, regrettably, a minority of bars and clubs serve methylated spirits, so if you find that your first drink was too much of a knock-out, play safe and order a glass of wine or a bottle of beer, which cannot be adulterated, instead.
That having been said, go on out and enjoy the party atmosphere of the safest city in Europe (and one of the safest in the world) and act on your impulses, on the whim of the moment – Athenian style.
As in many things here, you will discover that in Athenian nightlife moderation is out, all-out partying extravaganza is in. Wherever you choose to spend your night, if the weather has begun to warm up you’ll find the pavements and terraces strewn with tables and loud groups of friends chatting, teasing one another or people-watching.
As far as drinking is concerned, the locals enjoy their drinks but drunkenness is widely considered a sign of weakness, not virility. While we’re on the subject, bear in mind that, regrettably, a minority of bars and clubs serve methylated spirits, so if you find that your first drink was too much of a knock-out, play safe and order a glass of wine or a bottle of beer, which cannot be adulterated, instead.
That having been said, go on out and enjoy the party atmosphere of the safest city in Europe (and one of the safest in the world) and act on your impulses, on the whim of the moment – Athenian style.
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Great club, great music, beautiful ladies and a wonderful time.[...]
propably one of the best rock bars in the world[...]
Looks like an old church, really nice! Nice crowd, some of them speaking English rather well. Mostly metal music (we did hear Metallica!), some rock. No punk, although they did have some posters of the Ramones.Thank God they serve other beers than o[...]
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it's perfect[...]
I had an unforgettable dinner at Prosopa, thanks to its delicious food and absolutely charming staff. I can hardly remember being so well taken care of in a restaurant not more expensive than this. The salads are perfect and the figue and espresso s[...]
7jokers?the best in central athens!!! top djs top music top service top feeling!!! til h5.30am no stop!!! ty spiros ty aleyandro ty king jeorge quirino ty eugenio ty maria!!!!! pietro a. pagano "trellos italos"[...]
i think that u like gossips!!!! do u ever visit the place?? i think not...i m w8ing to read ur name at the bottom of this column!xoxoxodimitris bilionisthe owner of lukumi....[...]
This place is very nice. I was alone and was there very early. Music was really good although was expencting listening to Metallica as there were some 4 posters of the band :-). Staff were friendly. Hello to Polis from Madrid and keep rocking!![...]
I visited the bar (on your recommend) 2 days before and you are right!!!! You feel among friends! Everybody, especially the sweet waitress from crete was very friendly!! I had to go back to vienna today, but I will go there for sure again!!!Thanks, [...]
One of the best rock bars in athens[...]
My favorite bar. Excellent people and music. I strongly recommend it![...]
My favorite bar. Excellent people and music. I strongly recommend it![...]
the 7 jokers bar was one of the best bars i have been in Athens so far, the location is amazing, it is in the heart of Athens. the people wo works there are just amazing, very friendly and very kind. i found the bar randomly, but i made sure to go t[...]
We loved the atmosphere when our group of 5 Americans and 3 Greeks came here mid week in March. The decor was cool...complete with the two judges from the Muppet show hanging high above us. The DJ was fabulous and great funky music. However the b[...]