9 Best Bars in Sofia for a Stag Do Weekend

Planning a stag do weekend in Sofia? You've struck absolute gold.

Think secret knock entries, bartenders doing actual magic tricks while mixing your pint, karaoke rooms where you can properly embarrass the groom, and beers so cheap you'll think there's been a pricing error. 

Whether you're getting the lads warmed up on Friday night or need somewhere to piece yourselves back together on Sunday afternoon, these bars are built for proper stag weekend missions.

No mega-clubs on this list – just brilliant boozers that'll make your Sofia stag weekend legendary.

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1. Magic Bar – Cocktails & Conjuring Tricks

Location: Tsar Asen Street | magicbar.bg

If you fancy adding a bit of abracadabra to your bar crawl, Magic Bar will be right up your alley. 

This unique cocktail bar-meets-magic-show is actually one of the only venues in the Balkans that combines world-class magic performances with craft cocktails. 

Tucked away in a cozy, intimate space, Magic Bar immediately immerses you in an atmosphere of mystery – stylish and dimly lit, with vintage decor and a slight speakeasy flair. 

The bartenders are also magicians (literally), and every cocktail comes with a side of “how on earth did they do that?!”. Scheduled shows run weekends, including English-language acts. Drinks are reasonably priced for the quality, and the whole vibe is a classy, surprising way to start your stag do.

2. Bar Fly – Chill Booze, No Fuss

Location: 50A Alabin Street | barflysofia.com

Bar Fly is what happens when someone nails the formula: easy-going energy, decent drinks, and a crowd that doesn’t take itself too seriously. 

Upstairs, it’s cozy and artsy; downstairs, things get a bit louder with music and heavier pours. They’ve got a solid lineup of local beers, solid cocktails, and a few surprises depending on who’s tending bar. 

Open until 2 AM, it’s the kind of place that works whether you’re warming up or winding down. There’s no snobbery—just friendly bartenders and the occasional spontaneous party.

3. Bar Lorca – Late-Night Lounge for the Last Men Standing

Location: ul. 6-ti Septemvri | Instagram

When most bars are calling it a night, Lorca’s just getting warmed up. 

This ultra-hidden dive bar has a loungey, apartment-party vibe and stays open until 6–7 AM, making it Sofia’s unofficial afterparty HQ. There’s no sign - just ring the buzzer and hope it’s not full. 

Inside, you’ll find mismatched furniture, retro tunes, and a rotating crowd of bartenders, DJs, and locals who aren’t done partying. 

Drinks are strong, cheap, and come without judgment. If the stag crew has stamina, this is where you’ll end the night… or morning.

4. Speakeasy 5L – Secret Knock, Strong Cocktails

Location: 15 Tsar Shishman Street | 5lspeakeasy.com

5L Speakeasy is a nod to the Prohibition era, hidden behind an anonymous door. Once inside, it’s a subterranean cocktail temple serving top-tier drinks in a setting that feels like a secret society meeting. The bartenders here are absolute pros—think tweed waistcoats and flamed citrus peels. You might need a code to enter (try the date), and once you're in, you're not going to want to leave. Open late-ish (till 1 AM-ish), it’s great for a classy prelude before louder venues.

5. Hambara – Candlelit Madness

Location: 6th September St 22

No signs. No lights. Just candles and chaos. Hambara is a legendary underground bar, lit only by flame and filled with old wooden beams and secret nooks. Getting in feels like breaking into a medieval den. The drinks are rustic—local wine, spirits, beer—and the prices are insanely good. The crowd is chill, a mix of locals and the odd lucky tourist. If you want one weird, unforgettable stop on your bar crawl, this is it.

6. Rock’n’Rolla – Karaoke + Headbanging

Location: "Graf Ignatiev" street | facebook.com/rocknrollasofia

If your group likes their booze with a side of Nirvana or Bon Jovi, Rock’n’Rolla is a no-brainer. Think live rock gigs, karaoke nights, and an anything-goes energy that’s 100% stag-appropriate. The drinks are wallet-friendly, the bartenders are legends, and the crowd is up for a laugh. There’s even a "secret" karaoke room you can rent for private sessions (or public humiliation). It’s open super late on weekends—around 5 AM—and it gets rowdy in all the right ways.

7. JJ Murphy’s Irish Pub – Beers & Banter

Location: Karnigradska St jjmurphys

Every stag do needs an Irish pub, and JJ Murphy’s delivers the goods. Cozy interior, outdoor beer garden, live sports, and all the Guinness and Jameson you could hope for. They’re known for karaoke, friendly staff, and a party-loving expat crowd. Solid pub food if you need to soak up the shots. It’s a “start here, end up somewhere weird” kind of bar—and the groom will love every second.

8. High Five – Craft Beer Lover’s Paradise

Location: Hristo Belchev Street 29b | facebook.com/high.five.taproom

If your crew includes a few beer connoisseurs (and – let’s be honest – there’s always one), High Five Taproom is the spot to indulge. 

This compact craft‑beer bar runs 12 rotating taps plus stocked fridge offerings, featuring everything from local Bulgarian brews to European microbrewery gems. 

The vibe is laid‑back and modern with a focus on quality over gimmicks—perfect for pints without pretence. There’s a neat mix of indoor seating and a small outdoor area, ideal for group huddles or sipping in the sun.

Staff are known for being friendly and knowledgeable—locals and tourists alike highly rate the service and beer selection. Expect mid‑week opening hours from around 2 PM until 1 AM (weekends) and closing earlier on weekdays, making it perfect for afternoon starts or next‑day recovery pints.

Whether you’re kicking off the crawl or regrouping post‑hangover, High Five punches above its weight as Sofia’s craft‑beer haven.

Conclusion

Sofia isn’t just clubs and chaos—it’s full of wild, weird, and wonderful bars that are absolutely stag-do approved. Whether your crew wants to sing, hide underground, drink by candlelight, or sip something fancy before screaming into the karaoke mic, this city delivers. Keep it classy at 5L, weird at Hambara, loud at Rock’n’Rolla, and long-haul it at Lorca. Just make sure someone keeps an eye on the groom.

Cheers—and as they say in Bulgaria, Nazdrave!