Bar 812, Saint Petersburg, is a cocktail bar on Zhukovskogo Street, a few minutes from Mayakovskaya metro station. It belongs to a local restaurant group and is known for original cocktails, a fusion menu and a long bar counter.
On weekdays it is a calm place to meet friends. At weekends, known DJs play and the room fills after midnight. This page explains what to expect and how to get home. Hours and menus change, so check the bar’s official channels.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Бар 812 |
|---|---|
| Address | улица Жуковского, 11, Санкт-Петербург OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Tsentralny |
| Metro | Mayakovskaya (Line 3 (Green), About 500 metres on foot) Ploshchad Vosstaniya (Line 1 (Red), About 650 metres on foot) |
| Type | Cocktail bar |
| Opening hours | Open from the afternoon or evening until late, reportedly until 02:00 on most nights and until 05:00 on Friday and Saturday. (as of October 2026 – check the official site) |
| Best time to visit | Weekday evenings are calmer. Friday and Saturday nights are busiest, from around midnight. |
| Recommended duration | 1.5–3 hours |
| Music | Background music on weekdays; known DJs play at weekends |
| Entry and dress code | Guests must be 18 or older. No dress code or cover charge is known; confirm before you go. |
| Price level | ₽₽ · moderate |
| Reservations | Booking a table is advisable for Friday and Saturday, when the bar fills from around midnight. Use the bar's official channels. |
| Last updated | October 17, 2026 |
Why Visit Bar 812, Saint Petersburg?
- Original cocktails: a list built around house creations rather than only classics.
- A long bar counter: the room is dominated by one large counter.
- Two moods: a calm weekday and a lively weekend with DJs.
- Fusion menu: food to eat with drinks.
- A good street: Zhukovskogo Street has several bars close together.
Highlights of Bar 812, Saint Petersburg
The cocktail list
The bar is known for original cocktails, with flavours such as fresh basil, ginger and lemongrass. The list changes over time.
Shots are also a house speciality.
Tip: Ask the bartender for a drink in your preferred taste.
The long counter
The interior is simple, with one large counter running through the first room. It is the best place to watch drinks being made.
Seats beyond the counter are less comfortable.
Tip: Choose a seat at the counter if you are in a small group.
Weekend DJs
At weekends, DJs play and the bar fills from around midnight. On weekdays, the mood is quieter.
The bar often stays open until the early morning on Friday and Saturday.
Tip: Arrive before midnight at weekends to get a seat.
Fusion food
The kitchen serves fusion dishes and snacks to share with cocktails.
The menu changes over time.
Tip: Order a snack with your first round.
Zhukovskogo Street
The street has several bars and cafes, so it is easy to move on to another venue. It is a short walk from the Nevsky Prospekt area.
It is busy at weekends.
Tip: Plan a second stop on the same street.
Signature Drinks
- A house cocktail with basil
- A ginger-based cocktail
- A shot from the bar list
- A fusion snack to share
Atmosphere
The room is simple and dark, with a long counter and a few tables. On weekdays, the sound is conversation over background music, and the bar suits business meetings or dates.
At weekends, the DJ turns the volume up and the room fills after midnight. The crowd is mostly young adults, and the mood is energetic and informal.
History of Bar 812, Saint Petersburg
Bar 812 opened on Zhukovskogo Street in the early 2010s as a cocktail bar of the restaurant group behind several well-known city venues. Its name refers to the city’s telephone area code.
It became one of the bars of a street with a cluster of cocktail venues near Mayakovskaya station.
Entry, Tables and Reservations at Bar 812, Saint Petersburg
A booking is advisable on Friday and Saturday, when the bar fills from around midnight. On weekdays, you can usually walk in.
- How to book: use the booking method on the bar’s official channels.
- Cover charge: none is known; confirm before you go.
- Payment: as of October 2026, foreign-issued Visa and Mastercard cards generally cannot be relied on in Russian venues, and the sanctions rules of your own country may also limit the use of Russian payment services, so check this yourself. Carry cash in rubles.
Confirm current rules when you reserve.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Bar 812, Saint Petersburg
The bar is on Zhukovskogo Street, near Mayakovskaya.
- Mayakovskaya (Line 3): about 500 metres on foot.
- Ploshchad Vosstaniya (Line 1): about 650 metres.
See How to Use the Metro, Saint Petersburg and How to Book a Taxi or Ride-Hailing Car, Saint Petersburg.
Food Nearby
Zhukovskogo Street and the streets around Mayakovskaya have many cafes and restaurants. For sit-down options see Best Restaurants, Saint Petersburg.
What to Bring
A photo ID, cash in rubles and a charged phone for your ride home.
Photography Rules
Photography is usually fine for drinks and the room, but avoid filming other guests. Ask staff if unsure.
Family Suitability
Not suitable for children. Guests must be 18 or older, and the bar is alcohol-focused.
Russia Vibes Tips
- Come before midnight at weekends to avoid the rush.
- Do not confuse it with another bar called Room 812.
- Pair it with a walk along Zhukovskogo Street.
- Plan your ride home, as the bar closes after the metro.
- Ask for the DJ line-up if you want a lively night.
What to Do Within Walking Distance of Bar 812, Saint Petersburg
These places are an easy walk from Bar 812, Saint Petersburg and help you plan your days:
Within walking distance
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Nevsky Prospekt, Saint Petersburg – about 1.0 km away (~17 min walk) · typical visit: 2–4 hours for the main stretch; a full day with stops1 min on foot from Gostiny Dvor metroMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Russian Ethnographic Museum, Saint Petersburg – about 1.2 km away (~19 min walk) · typical visit: 2–3 hours9 min on foot from Nevsky Prospekt metroMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Bar 812, Saint Petersburg
What is Bar 812?
A cocktail bar on Zhukovskogo Street with original cocktails and weekend DJs.
How late is it open?
Reportedly until 02:00 on most nights and 05:00 on Friday and Saturday. Confirm the hours.
Do I need a reservation?
On Friday and Saturday, it is advisable.
Is it the same as Room 812?
No, that is a different bar.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
You should not assume so. Foreign-issued cards generally do not work, and sanctions rules of your own country may apply.
What is the age limit?
Guests must be 18 or older.
Which metro station is closest?
Mayakovskaya, about 500 metres away.
Is there food?
Yes, a fusion menu and snacks.
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Last updated: October 17, 2026.
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