Villa Neukölln

Although the cocktail and wine selection at Villa Neukölln is nothing to write home about, this cheap, cozy, late-night drinking spot housed in a former movie theater is one of the most reliable bars in the area. It’s a bit of a time vortex—if you squint hard enough, you can just about make out century-old scenes. The grand main room, with jazz club tables gathered around a velvet curtain-draped stage, has the faded glamor of a bygone era that’s typical of Berlin bars. They host shows, concerts, and a weekly swing night, but Villa Neukölln is best late on a Friday night with a big group and a bunch of pilsners.