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Things that go bump in the night at SEN.

Clubs in Warsaw range from sedate to sinful, and we cover the full gamut here� A night spent clubbing means you’ll most likely greet the dawn because, unlike the closing times you might be used to, Polish clubs stay open until the sun comes up� Expect a cover charge at most venues that can range from 5-20zl depending on events, and note that toilet paper is often a luxury that seems to universally run out around 22:00�

Dekada

Adventures and amorous encounters come guaranteed in this slice of Warsaw folklore, a direct result of the people found inside� Here it’s all 007 Barbie bombshells soaking up attention off expats twice their age, an interesting mix that combines for colourful nights� Watch the pantomime while sitting inside a 1950s tram, or else take your chances on a dance floor that packs out most nights – the musical menu changes daily, with weekends tending to err towards disco and chart sounds�QC‑10, ul. Grójecka 19/25, tel. (+48) 600 85 65 71, www.dekada.pl. Open Thu 22:00 ‑ 04:00, Fri, Sat 22:00 ‑ 06:00 only. XEw Enklawa - The Legendary Nightlife

It may be quiet by day, but Mazowiecka is home to a number of the city’s top nightspots and high up the list comes Enklawa� Keeping their fingers on the pulse of current club trends, live music and fashion events it attracts a pretty classy and sassy weekend crowd, and to stay ahead of the game, they’ve recently undergone a big renovation, which includes some huge screen! If you can’t wait for Friday to come around, not a problem, hit the club as early as Wednesday to appease your desire! Inside, you’ll find 3 bars and a very spacious dancefloor, which you can enjoy, or watch over, from their VIP booths� Enklawa’s popularity means there may be a queue to get past the lads on the door, but once inside, you’ll find a unique atmosphere like no other venue in Warsaw�QF‑6, ul. Mazowiecka 12, MNowy Świat‑ Uniwersytet, tel. (+48) 22 827 31 51, www.enklawa.com. Open Wed‑Sat 22:00‑05:00. XU

Read and review 160+ Nightlife venues

Indoor entertainment centre by day, and indoor entartainment centre by night - but at night, under a very different guise than its more family orientated daytime function� It may not immediately seem like it, but the idea to also use an entertainment centre as an altogether great night out for nightlife seekers is a top idea� The indoor space is huge and great at weekends with DJ sets� We wholeheartedly encourage you to check out their calendar for upcoming events� We guarantee you’ll be pleasantly surprised and definitely won’t be disappointed!QJ‑4, ul. Jagiellońska 82B, MDworzec Wileński, tel. (+48) 669 00 10 01, www.hulakula.com.pl. Open 16:00‑22:00; Fri 16:00‑ 03:00; Sat 14:00‑03:00; Sun 14:00‑22:00. XU

Level 27

To anyone with vertigo, a word of warning: as the name suggests, this is not some dingy cellar club, but rather an ecstatic rooftop party that puts you in the centre of Warsaw’s skyline� Rated one of the best clubs in the world, Level 27 occupies the top floor of a modern skyscraper, and includes a 450m2 open-air terrace in the summer� A showcase for high society’s beautiful people, DJs typically spin R&B and hip hop, but anything can happen from fire shows to fashion runways (check their FB)� Arrive early for an incredible sunset, or better yet, keep pace with these party people to see it come up again from the best vantage point in town� Are you on the level?QC‑9, Al. Jerozolimskie 123A, tel. (+48) 733 66 10 94, www.level27.pl. Open Fri, Sat 23:00‑05:00. E

NA LATO Day & Night

Na Lato has long been a Powiśle favourite� The setting, both the location and the interior, work well, as they are pleasant on the eye and the soul� After a meal, sit back at the bar on a Fri/Sat, letting the night set in� Pre-pandemic and COVID-restrictions, Na Lato transformed into a dance floor, which has provided us with some very fond memories� Get well fed, or sit at the bar continuing what you were doing before� If that’s not enough, check out Jackpot Warsaw 777 on the premises, a heady mix of palm trees and 19th century Tennessee bar feel - very romantic, indeed� QI‑9/10, ul. Rozbrat 44A, MCentrum, tel. (+48) 696 87 84 49, www.na‑lato.com. Open 08:30‑22:00; Fri 08:30‑ 03:00; Sat 10:00‑03:00; Sun 10:00‑22:00. X

SEN

If you’ve come to SEN (PL for ‘dream’) to enjoy the restaurant (18:00-01:00), we give you a humble nod for making a solid choice, but if you’ve decided to stay and sup on the awesome cocktails, we salute

Autumn nights stay hot at Level 27�

you - you won’t be disappointed� Although not huge, the panoramic backdrop pairs up perfectly with the lounge vibe� There is a door selection, so dress to impress, and don’t be put off - the staff do their best to maintain the unique and positive character inside, which just adds to your enjoyment� The music’s great and the bar is well stocked, what’s not to enjoy? If you stay until the end, you may very well agree with the venue’s tag line: it was all a dream�QJ‑7, Ul. Wioślarska 6, MCentrum Nauki Kopernika, tel. (+48) 883 02 50 25, www.senwarsaw.pl. ; closed Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun. Open Thu, Fri & Sat 18:00‑05:00 only. XE

Smolna

This bunkerlike club based on the Berlin techno model is situated in a grand old city centre townhouse, just seconds away from the landmark ‘palm tree’ � The music delves deep into the murky world of all aspects of electronica but they’re a pretty radical and experimental group of folks, so you never know what musical journey they’ll whisk you through� Three dancefloors, including the outdoor patio space (the neighbours will love that one), three bars (cocktails included) and a chillout room make up this hugely popular venue� Keeping things enigmatic and secretive, they have a strict ‘no photos/no smartphone’ policy and pretty cryptic advertising clips which tell you nothing� The door policy is reasonable, simply in place to keep out aggressive yobos and anyone with a Nikon D5200 strapped around their neck� Expect queues, especially during weekends�QH‑8, ul. Smolna 38, MNowy Świat‑Uniwersytet, www.smolna38.com. Open Fri, Sat 22:00‑08:00 only.

Silent disco at Syreni Śpiew

Syreni Śpiew

One of Warsaw’s favourite venues of recent times has returned, with the mermaid’s song (from where the name hails) carrying across the river to its new location in Praga Koneser Center (p�49)� The postindustrial style fits in with the revamped ethos of Syreni Śpiew; a place to take in the atmosphere and create memories� With 4 floors, 4 bars and 3 stages, this is the perfect spot to sip away and eat during the day, and then party the weekend away� Slide inside and let them ply you with upscale cocktails and top-shelf whiskies while you schmooze to some smooth tunes� While it’s a low-key high-class chill during the week, there are plenty of regular events to enjoy before the weekend vibe goes sublime with carefully curated live music and DJs (Fri, Sat) that keep the parties going all night long� Check their Facebook page for all the latest events�QK‑2, Plac Konesera 4, MDworzec Wileński, tel. (+48) 602 77 34 49, www.facebook.com/syrenispiew. Open 12:00‑22:00; Fri, Sat 12:00‑03:00. XUoE6

Teatro Cubano Warsaw

The warm tropical Caribbean breeze has finally reached Warsaw in the form of the very first Cuban lounge and club� The giant palms outside flanking the entrance set the tone and as you enter the giant club you are enveloped by vibrant blues and yellows as the staircase takes you into the huge open spaced club with high ceilings� In the middle there’s a huge bar prominently featuring Havana Club rum, a likely sponsor of this jumping joint� Behind the bar is a massive stage which usually hosts regular international touring acts (many Caribbean!) as well as parties with DJ, mix of Latino and pop music� However, due to COVID-19, the dance floor part is closed until further notice� However, DJs are still spinning tunes and the bar is still operating with a colourful, friendly vibe� Stop by sometime!QF‑5, ul. Fredry 6, MRatusz Arsenał, tel. (+48) 538 19 44 94, www.teatrocubano.com. Open 22:00‑03:00; Fri, Sat 22:00‑05:00. XE