Zum Schmutzigen Hobby
Dive bar with a fabulous twistAverage Reviews
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Looking for a dive bar with a fabulous twist? Look no further than Zum Schmutzigen Hobby, a Berlin institution that's equal parts local hangout and wild queer haven. Run by the legendary Nina Queer, this spot oozes with a schlocky-fabulous charm that's guaranteed to get you grinning.
Expect a mixed crowd – you'll find the coolest cats of the Berlin LGBTQ+ scene rubbing shoulders with international celebs (think Rupert Everett!), lost tourists, and the city's resident hipsters. The atmosphere is anything but pretentious – think friendly, easygoing vibes where everyone feels welcome.
The bar itself is a former fire station, and the décor keeps the quirky factor cranked up to eleven. Think comfy armchairs perfect for pre-game drinks, with surprises lurking around every corner. But this ain't just a looker – Zum Schmutzigen Hobby throws themed nights, drag shows, and dance parties that will have you busting a move until the wee hours.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, Zum Schmutzigen Hobby is a must-visit for an unforgettable Berlin night. Just be prepared to embrace the weird, wonderful, and unapologetically queer.
Expect a mixed crowd – you'll find the coolest cats of the Berlin LGBTQ+ scene rubbing shoulders with international celebs (think Rupert Everett!), lost tourists, and the city's resident hipsters. The atmosphere is anything but pretentious – think friendly, easygoing vibes where everyone feels welcome.
The bar itself is a former fire station, and the décor keeps the quirky factor cranked up to eleven. Think comfy armchairs perfect for pre-game drinks, with surprises lurking around every corner. But this ain't just a looker – Zum Schmutzigen Hobby throws themed nights, drag shows, and dance parties that will have you busting a move until the wee hours.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, Zum Schmutzigen Hobby is a must-visit for an unforgettable Berlin night. Just be prepared to embrace the weird, wonderful, and unapologetically queer.
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Based on 1143 reviews
Johnny Lingwood
07:54 31 Jul 24
Heavy handed bouncers will hospitalise you, unprovoked. Avoid for your your own physical well beingFlamboyant Hen
22:48 01 Jul 24
It needs an air conditioner inside, it is impossible to dance it is asphyxiating but i loved the music and the vibes.Lui Rey
11:25 18 Jun 24
Cool bar with a dancefloor with pop music. Very nice atmosphere. Card payment possible at the entrance and at the bar.Romain Guirand
07:02 04 Jun 24
The place is nice and we were warmly welcomed. The questions asked at the entrance have me wondering why there is such a need to filter people. I haven't experienced this in other queer venues, whether in Berlin or elsewhere in the world. It made me feel unsafe at first (but I understand the purpose is the opposite).Andy Aldea (Andy)
00:26 11 Feb 24
This place is absolutely horrendous. The bouncers were rude and violent and would discriminate against foreigners. I would never recommend this place, it's a shame it gives Berlin such a bad name.Vero Go
12:23 14 Dec 23
Great music and atmosphere. But the bar tenders are a bit slow and my friend got rob this jacket and bag pack because he leave them on a table and not on the wardrobe. Just take care of your things. There are no cameras inside the dance floor so management cant help if you get rob.Flower Power
22:19 15 Sep 23
It is a shame that you get to pay to enter this bar, while some time ago you could just enter for free. Tiny dance floor that gets super crowded, bad DJs that play Spotify Playlists and expensive cocktails. The drag shows on Wednesdays (15€) are repetitive and boring, and of course super crowded. Racist and rude bouncer.Tami Tomas
04:07 09 May 23
Pretty cool LGBT Bar with very chill atmosphere. My Partner and i had a great time. Definitely highly recommended.Rieke
20:35 29 Sep 18
We went here spontanously and I had three bottles of juice in my backpack as we just came from a home party. The bouncer was really cool - I could park the bottles at the entrance and took them with me when we left 🙂 My friend had some forks and spoons in his backpack. The bouncer asked : any knives? My friend said :“no“. We got in 😀 They played mainly pop music (many older songs) when I was there on a Friday (Britney Spears, lambada).They have a little dance floor where it gets quite hot quickly, benches in and outside. A big dislike for the fact that smoking is allowed inside 🙁 If you looking for a place to have some drinks, don’t wanna see fights and dance a little without having to spend 20 euros just for the entrance: GO HERE!Hasnain S.
07:59 26 Sep 17
This was a great night out! It was refreshing to go somewhere that was a little smaller and not techno. The venue was funky. Nice and intimate without...Karoline A.
19:10 24 Dec 16
The scene was decent (middle school hits), until I tried to dance on the platform by the DJ, which I like to do. The DJ didn't let it happen. He grabbed my...Manuel K.
08:55 26 Apr 11
The new location in Friedrichshain (RAW grounds) surely is an improvement in terms of heading out to other places afterwards. The new interior design is...
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