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    Delicatessen, Bar in Moscow
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    World's 50 Best 2015

    Delicatessen

    Central (TsAO), Moscow

    Bar in Moscow, Russia

    The Read

    Ranked Counter Craft

    Why go

    Book Delicatessen if the night is about serious cocktails rather than hotel-lounge comfort. Its World's 50 Best Bars #50 recognition from 2013 makes it a credible Moscow choice, but the booking difficulty means it is better for small, planned-out evenings than casual walk-ins or group drinks.

    About Delicatessen

    Delicatessen is a venue in Moscow with a casual dress code and one clearly verified bar accolade: it appeared at #50 on World's 50 Best Bars in 2013. Beyond that, the verified public details available here are limited, so the safest way to frame it is as a Moscow venue to consider when recognition matters, not as a place to choose based on unverified claims about menu format, pricing, service style, or a specific address. That distinction is important: the recognition gives Delicatessen a reason to be on a shortlist, while the missing practical details mean it should not be treated as a fully mapped-out choice without further checking.

    The case for going is strongest if you want to include a recognized Moscow venue in your plans. The useful signal is external: Delicatessen appeared at #50 on World's 50 Best Bars in 2013. That does not, by itself, confirm current availability, prices, seating, food details, or a particular drinks list. If those details matter, check the venue's official channels before making plans, especially if the visit depends on more than simply choosing a venue with documented international recognition.

    Book it for the verified bar recognition, not for unverified specifics

    Treat the planning details as something to confirm directly. There is no verified information here for booking difficulty, opening hours, price band, seating, menu, or walk-in reliability. For a broader Moscow plan, scan our full Moscow bars guide before deciding whether Delicatessen is the right fit compared with Chainaya, Tea & Cocktails, Conservatory Lounge & Bar, Insider Bar, Neglinka Lobby Bar, or The Carlton Lounge & Bar. That comparison is useful because it keeps the decision tied to what can actually be checked, rather than to expectations that may not match the current reality.

    Because no verified menu, named drinks, cuisine, or price details are available here, avoid building the visit around assumptions. Delicatessen is best considered when the confirmed 2013 World's 50 Best Bars recognition and casual dress code are enough to justify a closer look. If the group needs a clearly published price expectation, a specific food offering, or a particular setting, confirm those details with the venue first. This is especially relevant for groups with fixed budgets, tight schedules, or strong preferences about the shape of the outing.

    Who should choose it over other Moscow options

    Choose Delicatessen if you want a Moscow venue with verified bar recognition and a casual dress code. If you are comparing alternatives, consider Conservatory Lounge & Bar, The Carlton Lounge & Bar, Neglinka Lobby Bar, Chainaya, Tea & Cocktails, or Insider Bar before deciding. The better choice depends on the current details that matter to your plan, such as availability and the kind of setting you want. In practical terms, Delicatessen belongs in the conversation when the accolade is the main draw; other venues may be more relevant if their current details better suit the occasion.

    For a repeat visitor, the right move is to compare the kind of outing you want before committing. Use our full Moscow restaurants guide if you are building a before-or-after dining plan, use the Moscow bars guide if the bar itself is the focus. Keep the comparison grounded in confirmed details rather than assumptions about menus, prices, or formats. That approach leaves room for Delicatessen as a recognized option without overstating what is currently verified.

    Bottom line: Delicatessen works for its verified Moscow location, casual dress code, World's 50 Best Bars #50 recognition from 2013. For anything more specific, confirm directly before planning around it.

    The takeThis is a destination for evenings when drinks and food are both the point of the visit. The bar’s food-forward model and cocktail-centric programme make it well suited to date nights and casual hangouts where guests want more than snacks alongside their cocktails. Because the place is designed around repeat visits and attentive execution, it also appeals to locals who appreciate thoughtful composition on the plate and in the glass. Expect a measured, evening-focused outing rather than a tourist-oriented, one-off stop.
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    Bar contextMoscow, Russia
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    Planning details

    Location
    Sadovaya-Karetnaya Ulitsa, 20, стр. 2, Moskva, 127051
    Website
    delicatessen.bar
    Phone
    +7 495 699-39-52
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Delicatessen presents a quietly assertive presence in central Moscow: a low‑profile entrance gives way to a sharply designed, intimate room where careful density signals a space made for regulars rather than tourists. The bar’s reputation is built on an integrated approach that treats cocktails and food with equal seriousness, and its international recognition on the World's 50 Best Bars list underscores the craft on display. The mood is refined rather than flashy, leaning on considered design and a focused programme to create an experience that feels both deliberate and immediately inviting.

    Best For

    This is a destination for evenings when drinks and food are both the point of the visit. The bar’s food-forward model and cocktail-centric programme make it well suited to date nights and casual hangouts where guests want more than snacks alongside their cocktails. Because the place is designed around repeat visits and attentive execution, it also appeals to locals who appreciate thoughtful composition on the plate and in the glass. Expect a measured, evening-focused outing rather than a tourist-oriented, one-off stop.

    Ordering Tips

    Approach the menu expecting an equal partnership between kitchen and bar: order cocktails and dishes together and treat the food as an integral part of the experience rather than an afterthought. Staff are likely versed in the programme’s logic, so ask bartenders or servers for pairing suggestions that match the drink’s profile to the kitchen’s intent. Given the bar’s emphasis on crafted offerings, choose a few small plates to share alongside signature cocktails to get a complete sense of the integrated menu.

    Planning details

    Location

    Sadovaya-Karetnaya Ulitsa, 20, стр. 2, Moskva, 127051 · Directions

    +7 495 699-39-52

    delicatessen.bar

    Recognition and awards
    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Insider Bar, Notable alternative
    • Neglinka Lobby Bar, Notable alternative
    • Conservatory Lounge & Bar, Notable alternative
    • Chainaya, Tea & Cocktails, Notable alternative
    • The Carlton Lounge & Bar, Notable alternative
    Bar context

    How It Compares

    Delicatessen is the harder, more cocktail-led choice in Moscow: book it when the bar itself is the reason for going. Insider Bar is the more flexible cross-shop if availability is the deciding factor, while Chainaya, Tea & Cocktails is the natural alternative for drinkers who want another serious cocktail room without committing to the same level of booking friction.

    For ambiance, the hotel bars are the safer calls. Neglinka Lobby Bar and The Carlton Lounge & Bar make more sense for polished seating, business drinks, or guests who care about comfort more than cocktail-bar scarcity. Conservatory Lounge & Bar is the better pick when the room and setting need to carry the evening.

    Value depends on what the night is buying you. Delicatessen is worth the effort for a small group chasing a recognized Moscow cocktail address; it is weaker value for anyone who needs easy logistics, published deals, or a relaxed backup plan. If you cannot secure it, Chainaya, Tea & Cocktails is the closest spirit-forward substitute, while Conservatory Lounge & Bar is the safer comfort-first swap.

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    Delicatessen Moscow and similar venues
    VenueLocationAwards
    DelicatessenMoscow
    2015 World's 50 Best Bars · #322014 World's 50 Best Bars · #412013 World's 50 Best Bars · #50
    Insider BarMoscow
    2021 World's 50 Best Bars · #13
    Neglinka Lobby BarMoscowNo published awards
    Conservatory Lounge & BarMoscowNo published awards
    Chainaya, Tea & CocktailsMoscow
    2014 World's 50 Best Bars · #292013 World's 50 Best Bars · #282012 World's 50 Best Bars · #44
    The Carlton Lounge & BarMoscowNo published awards

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Delicatessen good for a date?

    It can be considered for a casual Moscow plan, especially if the verified 2013 World's 50 Best Bars recognition matters to you. If you are comparing alternatives, consider The Carlton Lounge & Bar or Conservatory Lounge & Bar based on current details.