Union Bar, Saint Petersburg, is a large bar on Liteyny Prospekt, within walking distance of Mayakovskaya metro station. It was opened by the team behind another well-known city bar and was built for big crowds, with a counter several metres long and room for a couple of hundred guests.
It works as a bar, a dance venue and a street-food stop. This page explains what to expect, when it fills up and how to get home. Hours and rules change, so check the bar’s official channels.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Бар Union |
|---|---|
| Address | Литейный проспект, 55, Санкт-Петербург OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Tsentralny |
| Metro | Mayakovskaya (Line 3 (Green), About 600 metres on foot) Ploshchad Vosstaniya (Line 1 (Red), About 850 metres on foot) |
| Type | Bar |
| Opening hours | Open in the evening, reportedly from 18:00 until 03:00 on most nights and until 05:00 on Friday and Saturday, with Tuesday reportedly closed. (as of October 2026 – check the official site) |
| Best time to visit | Friday and Saturday nights are the busiest. Weeknights are calmer. Summer evenings are best for the terrace. |
| Recommended duration | 2–4 hours |
| Music | DJ sets and party music with a dance floor; the mood is loud and social |
| 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 | Tables can be booked in advance for groups. On busy nights, expect a queue. Use the booking method on the bar's official channels. |
| Last updated | October 17, 2026 |
Why Visit Union Bar, Saint Petersburg?
- Room to move: a big space with a dance floor that is rarely empty at weekends.
- A long counter: the bar runs for about eight metres.
- Late hours: open until the early morning on Friday and Saturday.
- Food: a street-food menu with burgers and snacks.
- A courtyard terrace: an outdoor area in summer.
Highlights of Union Bar, Saint Petersburg
The long bar counter
The counter is about eight metres long, one of the longest in the city, which keeps queues moving on busy nights. It is the best place to order and watch bartenders work.
Seats at the counter go first.
Tip: Arrive early to find a seat at the counter.
The industrial interior
The room is decorated in an industrial style with cold lighting and large open space designed to hold hundreds of guests. It feels more like a club than a small bar.
It is at its best when full.
Tip: Come after 22:00 for the liveliest atmosphere.
The dance floor
A dance floor in the middle of the hall fills at weekends with DJ-led music. It is one of the better-known places in the centre for dancing without a strict door.
Check the schedule for special nights.
Tip: Go on Friday or Saturday for the busiest dance floor.
The street-food menu
The kitchen serves burgers and snacks to eat with drinks, suited to sharing. Portions are casual.
The menu changes over time.
Tip: Order food early, as the kitchen is busy later in the evening.
The courtyard terrace
In warm weather, an outdoor area adds space for drinks outside the main hall. It is a calmer spot for conversation.
It is seasonal.
Tip: Ask staff if the terrace is open on the night you visit.
Signature Drinks
- A classic cocktail from the main list
- Craft beer on tap
- A burger or street-food snack
- Wine by the glass
Atmosphere
The hall is big, industrial and loud, with a long counter, cold light and a crowd that grows through the night. Music drives the room, and the sound is bass-heavy once the dance floor fills.
Early in the evening, groups gather at the counter and eat. After midnight at weekends, the room turns into a dance venue, and the crowd is mostly young adults. It feels informal and energetic rather than polished.
History of Union Bar, Saint Petersburg
Union Bar was opened on Liteyny Prospekt by the team behind an earlier city bar, who wanted a larger space of their own. The new room could hold up to about two hundred guests and had a counter around eight metres long.
Since opening, it has become a regular stop for dancing and late drinks in the centre.
Entry, Tables and Reservations at Union Bar, Saint Petersburg
Tables can be reserved for groups, and a booking is sensible for Friday and Saturday. Without one, expect a wait at the door on busy nights. Entry rules may change.
- 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 Union Bar, Saint Petersburg
The bar is on Liteyny Prospekt, a ten-minute walk from the main avenue.
- Mayakovskaya (Line 3): about 600 metres on foot.
- Ploshchad Vosstaniya (Line 1): about 850 metres.
See How to Use the Metro, Saint Petersburg and How to Book a Taxi or Ride-Hailing Car, Saint Petersburg.
Food Nearby
The bar serves street food, and more restaurants and cafes are on Liteyny Prospekt and the streets around Mayakovskaya.
What to Bring
A photo ID, cash in rubles and a charged phone for your ride home.
Photography Rules
Photography is usually fine in the main hall, but avoid filming other guests. Ask staff if unsure.
Family Suitability
Not suitable for children. Guests must be 18 or older, and the venue is loud and alcohol-focused.
Russia Vibes Tips
- Come early on weekends to get a seat at the counter.
- Plan your ride home, as the bar closes after the metro.
- Check whether Tuesday is a closed day before you go.
- Eat at the bar early, before the kitchen gets busy.
- Go in a group, as the venue is built for crowds.
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FAQ: Union Bar, Saint Petersburg
What is Union Bar?
A large bar on Liteyny Prospekt with a long counter, a dance floor and a street-food menu.
How late does it stay open?
Reportedly until 03:00 on most nights and 05:00 on Friday and Saturday. Confirm the hours.
Is it open every day?
Tuesday is reportedly closed. Check the bar's channels.
Do I need a reservation?
Not always, but groups should book for weekends.
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 600 metres away.
Is there a dance floor?
Yes, in the main hall, busiest at weekends.
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Last updated: October 17, 2026.
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