Molotow
Underground punk and indie institution that has survived multiple relocations. A reliable spot for cheap drinks and emerging bands playing small-room shows.
Other Venues in Reeperbahn
Große Freiheit 36
Historic multi-floor venue where the Beatles played during their Hamburg years. Now hosts concerts ranging from indie to electronic, with regular club nights on weekends.
Gruenspan
Long-running concert hall just off the Reeperbahn that books mid-size touring acts and local talent. The interior keeps a raw, unpolished feel that fits the neighborhood.
Moondoo
Sleek club on the Reeperbahn strip focused on hip-hop, R&B, and electronic sets. Draws a younger crowd, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
Olivia Jones Bar
Drag bar run by Hamburg's most famous drag queen, a Reeperbahn fixture for over two decades. The atmosphere is theatrical and welcoming to all comers.