BiraBar – Craft Beer & Cask Ale Bar in Sofia

Tucked away on quiet Paris Street, just a short walk from Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, BiraBar stands as Sofia’s home of real ale and one of the city’s most dedicated craft‑beer destinations. With its unmistakable British‑pub spirit and deep respect for traditional brewing, BiraBar has earned a loyal following among locals, expats, and traveling beer lovers alike.

🍺 The Only Place in Sofia Serving Real Cask Ale

BiraBar is the first and only venue in Bulgaria where you can drink authentic English‑style cask ale, served exactly as it is in London — hand‑pulled from a traditional beer engine, unfiltered, unpasteurized, naturally conditioned, and without added CO₂. The bar operates three dedicated cask pumps, regularly featuring ales from Black Sheep Brewery (Masham, England) as well as special cask batches prepared by Bulgarian craft breweries.

🍻 13 Taps of Fresh Local Craft Beer

Beyond cask ale, BiraBar is a champion of Bulgaria’s independent brewing scene. The bar offers 13 total taps — 10 keg lines and 3 cask pumps — pouring a rotating selection of fresh ales and lagers from small, local breweries.

This commitment to local, independent producers makes BiraBar a hub for discovering Bulgaria’s evolving craft‑beer landscape.

🥡 All Beers Available To‑Go

Every draught beer — keg or cask — is also available to take home in 1‑liter bottles, filled using counter‑pressure equipment to preserve freshness.

Whether you want to enjoy a pint at home or bring a unique Bulgarian beer to a friend, BiraBar makes it easy.

🏠 A Cozy Micro‑Pub in the Heart of Sofia

Styled as a traditional English micro‑pub, BiraBar offers a warm, intimate atmosphere filled with beer memorabilia, friendly staff, and a community of regulars. Tripadvisor reviewers consistently praise the bar for its selection, authenticity, and knowledgeable service.