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The more Russia falls out with the US, the more Brooklyn-esque the Moscow cafe scene be-
comes. This smallish local is very scientific (or in their own words - psychotic) about cof-
fee, which they buy from trusted roasting specialists and brew using seven different meth-
ods. They also serve delightful gourmet burgers and sandwiches.
CAFE
KHITRYE LYUDI
noon-midnight Sun-Thu, noon-5am Fri &
Sat)
Occupying what looks like an abandoned classroom in its Vinzavod premises, is this easy-
going cafe with hip, likeable waiters, an intriguing list of lemonades as well as alcoholic
drinks, and a Hemingway portrait hanging above the bar and contributing to the slightly
devil-may-care atmosphere.
PUB
EDWARD'S
Ambushing unexpecting visitors from its hidden location inside a strategic passage at the
ArtPlay converted factory area, Edward's is a tiny but noisy place with a few ales and lagers
on tap and the kind of mediocre food that makes it an almost authentic 1980s English pub.
Great for watching artsy types rushing through the passage.
CAFE, CLUB
PROPAGANDA
noon-6am;
;
Kitay-Gorod)
This long-time favourite looks to be straight from the warehouse district, with exposed brick
walls and pipe ceilings. It's a cafe by day, but at night they clear the dance floor and let the
DJ do his stuff. This is a gay-friendly place, especially on Sunday nights.
BAR
TEMA BAR
495-624 2720;
www.temabar.ru
;
Potapovsky per 5;
24hr;
Chistye
Prudy)
There are too many cocktails to count…but we know that Tema serves more than 20 differ-
ent martinis, so that should give you an idea of the extent of the drinks menu. The talented
bar staff are sure to serve up something that you like. Popular among both expats and locals,
Tema has a fun, friendly and sometimes raucous vibe.
COFFEESHOP
UKULELESHNAYA
