15 best bars in Seville, Spain

Trust me when I say that the after-dark scene in Seville is something every visitor should try. Whether you prefer to sit down and sample authentic Spanish tapas with your drink or are seeking colourful cocktails, I know the bars in Seville will deliver.

At Seville’s top spots, you can see a flamenco show, play retro arcade games, tuck into a sweet treat or savour a local craft beer. You can also snap a selfie with the cathedral as a backdrop, or sample a signature cocktail. 

In this guide, I’ve included my favourite watering holes that I’ve visited in Seville, as well as some recommendations from locals.

From the city’s finest rooftop views to the top venue for 80s music fans, here is my handpicked list of the best bars in Seville. Which will you be seeking out first? 

1. Urbano Comix 

Address: 5 Calle Matahacas, Sevilla 41003

Best for: A retro feel

Urbano Comix – literally urban comics – is a Seville hangout that I think is packed with character.

Positioned in the city’s Santa Catalina district, this bar features a retro and colourful decor, with vibrant lighting, vintage arcade games and a pool table. 

I love that the venue was first created to provide a place in which locals and visitors could read comic books.

Now it serves a great range of craft beers, and I consider it to be one of the top Seville bars for live music – as well as atmosphere. 

2. The Second Room

Address: 19 Calle de Placentines, Sevilla 41004 

Best for: Impressive cocktails

Doubling up as a coffee shop by day, this venue is a cocktail bar by night. I love The Second Room for its friendly staff and superb selection of drinks.

Gin, whisky and other fine spirits are used by the mixologists here to create combinations that are both palate-pleasing and photogenic. I find the garnishes here to be particularly elegant – and delicious. 

The decor at The Second Room features velvet upholstery, boldly patterned wallpaper, quirky lighting and even an alarm clock on each table. 

3. The Gintoneria 

Address: Calle del Marqués de Paradas, Sevilla 41001

Best for: Gin fans

Fellow gin lovers, you must not miss The Gintoneria while visiting Seville.

Whether you like to partake of the juniper-based tipple regularly or aren’t yet a fan, the well-informed staff here can advise regarding brands and flavour combinations. 

Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla is the obvious choice here, which I’d recommend even if you’ve already tried it at home.

There are hordes of other options for those who aren’t so keen on orange, though. You can order vodka, whisky, or a cocktail too. 

4. Tablao Flamenco el Arenal 

Address: 7 Calle Rodo, Seville 41001

Best for: Best Flamenco show

Tablao Flamenco el Arenal is far more than a mere bar. In my opinion, it’s one of the best venues in the Andalusian city for taking in a live flamenco show, complete with red frills, dancing and drama.

Shows have taken place here for over four decades, and the dancers are some of the finest you’ll find anywhere. 

In fact, I’d argue that this is one of the best Spanish flamenco venues on the planet! The show lasts for around an hour, and you can expect an energetic, emblematic and most memorable performance. 

5. Fizz Bar, Mercer Hotel 

Address: 26 Calle Castelar, Seville 41001

Best for: An elegant venue

You’ll find Fizz Bar within the sleek, boutique style Mercer Hotel – a hotel I’d definitely recommend booking into for a stay.

This five star venue in Seville has an illuminated shelving unit taking pride of place behind the bar. It displays a tempting range of spirits plus a cool collection of cocktail shakers. 

The style is elegant and the range of drinks offers something for everyone. You name it and they can mix it, from an alcohol-free mocktail to something more heady, exotic or unexpected.

I especially love that plush comfortable seating ensures this is a place within which you’ll want to linger.

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6. Gallo Rojo 

Address: 9 Calle Madre Maria de la Purísima, Sevilla 41003

Best for: Beer lovers

I love that Gallo Rojo has a funky, more contemporary feel than other bars in the Spanish city. The light-filled space features eclectic decor with pops of colour. There’s plenty of space for every guest. 

I’d recommend this as the ideal bar in Seville for beer fans, as there’s a great range behind the bar. The space is also used to host regular exhibitions and events, so there’s always something going on.

To mingle with locals or try Spanish craft beers, there’s no better place in Seville. 

7. Querencia de Sevilla Rooftop Terrace

Address: 4 Calle Fernandez y Gonzalez, Seville 41001

Best for: A rooftop bar

If it’s rooftop bars in Seville you seek, then I’d recommend heading to Querencia de Sevilla. This bar has some of the best views in the city, and you can enjoy all-round views over the skyline and cathedral.

There is also a small pool, which is ideal for cooling dips during hot summer days.

The rooftop terrace here is modelled as a modern take on the traditional Andalusian courtyard concept which I love. The clear glass barriers ensure you can make the most of the incredible panoramas. 

8. Peccata Mundi 

Address: 46 Calle Álvarez Quintero, 41004 Sevilla

Best for: A late-night venue

Peccata Mundi is a lively, atmospheric Seville bar that plays a great soundtrack and provides the perfect late-night venue.

It’s just a couple of minutes’ walk from the cathedral, and offers an unusual Gothic, cavern-like ambience. The music played here is from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, and I think the bar prices are attractive.

Staff are welcoming, and a dedicated gin and tonic menu provides a combination for every fan of the classic spirit. 

9. Garlochí 

Address: 26 Calle Boteros, Sevilla 41004 

Best for: A theatrical and unique bar

If travel for you involves searching for quirky experiences in each location, then I’d really recommend trying Garlochi in Seville.

The decor is theatrical and opulent, leaving you feeling as if you’re socialising in a church. Reviewers use words like ‘wacky’, ‘wild’ and ‘wonderful’ about this place – and I think they’re all spot-on.

It’s refreshingly different, and where else (other than a real house of worship) could you try drinking the ‘Blood of Christ’?

10. Le XiX 

Address: 9 Calle Tomás de Ibarra, Sevilla 41001

Best for: Movie lovers

A curved central bar with polished brass and buttoned leather takes centre stage at Le Xix.

The bartenders here can expertly whip you up a delicious concoction in a matter of moments, and the drinks are reasonably priced to boot. 

I love the movie theme throughout the venue which I think enhances the experience, and you can enjoy a selection of savoury and sweet bar snacks throughout your visit.

Whether you’re craving a classic cocktail or a boundary-pushing signature mix, this is one of the best bars in Seville to drop into. 

11. El Rinconcillo 

Address: 40 Calle Gerona, Sevilla 41003 

Best for: An authentic local feel

El Rinconcillo is housed within a 17th century Seville building. This joint serves a range of authentic Spanish dishes and tapas in addition to drinks.

A long and impressive wine list is sure to please fans of all vintages crafted from the fruit of the vine. In fact Sevillanos and Sevillanas have been enjoying the food served here since 1760.

So don’t miss out on the tapas and bar menus, which include the likes of cheese, cold cuts and salads, as well as more substantial mains.

I love that everything from the food to the decor at El Rinconcillo has a genuine local feel. 

12. La Carbonería 

Address: 21A Calle Céspedes, Sevilla 41004

Best for: Value for money

La Carbonería is tucked away among Seville’s narrow, cobbled lanes. The building was once used for the storage of coal, and now offers drinks, tapas and flamenco dancing.

A real highlight for me is that here, flamenco shows are thrown in free for paying guests. 

The menu is basic and drinks are very affordable. You may well find during your visit that your party comprises the only English-speaking people in the place, which I think is wonderful!

It’s family friendly, and there’s a pleasant outdoor terrace for summer drinks. 

13. La Terraza de EME 

Address: 27 Calle Alemanes, Sevilla 41004

Best for: Beautiful views

Another option for those seeking Seville rooftop bars is La Terraza de EME. This bar tops the smart Mercer Hotel, so you can savour sweeping city views from your perch.

As is the case with the hotel itself, 16th century grandeur and contemporary style combine here seamlessly to offer a night to remember.

Drinks aren’t cheap, but I think that it’s well worth it to experience some of the city’s finest views. For a selfie in front of the illuminated cathedral by night, this is surely the top spot in the city. 

14. Gigante Bar

Address: 17 Alameda de Hércules, Sevilla 41002

Best for: A lively cocktail scene

Gigante Bar is a cafe by day and a modern cocktail bar by night. An aqua and light wood theme throughout give this bar in Seville a coastal feel, and there are outdoor tables to sit at too.

The cocktails are great and I reckon you’ll be hard-pushed to resist the range of cakes on offer. 

This bar can be found in the Almeda area, a part of the city renowned for its nightlife scene. It’s popular during the day and in the evenings, so be sure to grab a table as early as you can. 

15. 1987 Bar 

Address: 93 Alameda de Hércules, Sevilla 41002

Best for: A gay friendly bar

During sultry Seville nights this joint is definitely jumping – to a 1980s soundtrack, of course!

You might also catch a few tracks from the preceding and following decade, but the DJ’s focus is always on tunes from several decades ago.

As there’s no cover charge this spot is always busy, but especially so on Friday and Saturday nights. If you love 1980s music, then you’ll love the decor every bit as much as the dancing. 

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