A great little pub/restaurant in Dresden's Neustadt. Another review I read referred to it…read more(positively) as a holdover from the East German days, which I'd disagree with- it's modern enough, although the prices/attitude are both enjoyably low. I had the bierbraten and a couple of their house brews- all good! I sauntered in around 6pm and didn't have trouble getting a seat, although it started getting more crowded around 7-8pm. Luckily it looked like table sharing was a common occurrence.

Inexpensive traditional pub with special flair, excellent home-brewed beers and good international…read moreand local food. A must in the Neustadt! -- You want to buy your own micro-brewery?? Ask for "Lenin" - the English-speaking boss. New website: http://www.bautznertor.de

The "if you only go to one bar in Dresden" bar. I wish I had taken detailed pictures of Ostpol so…read morethat I could fully recreate my own apartment in its Danish-DDR image. As noted, drinks are unbelievably cheap, and for fans of Eastern German klars and kräuters, the selection is unparalleled. Go and play ping pong over 2 Euro shots of Rostocker Doppelkorn.

It was a not crowded the night was there. Locals were probably out of town as it was holiday…read moreperiod. Great cheap beers and it is a cash-only bar! I would go here again.

The best bar we found in Dresden. Hardcore DDR vibes meet a simple and affordable drink menu, with…read morefriendly staff. We really enjoyed the range of the three clients, from travelling students to chainsmoking pensioners.

One of my favorite places in Dresden, not touristy since it's not in the city centre. Really cute…read moreplace. Indoor and outdoor seating, very popular with locals. It's been here for the past 20 years, they have their own beer, a pilsener and a dark one. The food is pretty diverse and usually yummy. You can get anything from pasta, salads, traditional east German dishes, some met dishes. They also offer brats and cake. Many vegetarian options. Bring cash as they don't accept cards. The outdoor area is pretty big and there's always kids running around as they have a small playground.

I went to about 10 biergartens during my stay in Germany. This was the best all around for the…read moreprice and atmosphere and food was AWESOME. Brokwurst : Awesome. Beer: Awesome. Spicy mustard: Awesome. Dinner entrees: Awesome. Awesome: awesome. Go!, Go now! The cute girls behind the counter deserve an extra plus.

An excellent choice for great German food that's not a tourist trap! We didn't speak any German and…read morethey had no English menu, but our server, Michael, walked us through the entire menu with great recommendations. It was the best service we received in a two week vacation and not to mention the best meal we had in Germany. Delicious local beer that you can only get in a few spots in Dresden. And on top of that the prices were great!

From the owner: urige Stadtteilkneipe mit rustikalem Flair und Charme. günstige Speisen überwiegend aus der…read moredeutschen Küche. große Bier-, Wein- und Whiskyauswahl

I'd pretty much given up hope of finding a decent cocktail in this city until I got a tip to give…read morethis place a try. Located upstairs in the Melia Innside Hotel, on a side street off of Neumarkt in the Altstadt, it's not the kind of place you'd just stumble upon. If you can manage to find it though, you'll be glad you did. The space is small and cozy, with a surprise view of the Frauenkirche (well, the top of it at least), which makes it a great spot to settle in as the sun goes down. The decor is a little dated, but it's dark and usually busy enough that you don't notice much anyways. In some ways, it's a reflection of one of the things I like most about this city. Enjoyment of restaurants, bars, and nightlife is not solely the domain of "the beautiful people". There are so many places in larger cities where you might feel out of place if you aren't dressed a certain way or have a certain "look." Here, you can raise a glass with locals, tourists, students, young professionals, retirees, business travelers, opera patrons, those out for a hot night on the town, and everyone in between. But what about the drinks? I haven't tried every drink in this place, but from what I've experienced, there should be something for everyone and every mood. If you've got something specific in your mind, staff will be happy to make it for you or create something based on what you're feeling like. The drinks on the menu offer something for everyone though. If you're looking to stay fairly classic, the Manhattan, Sazeroni, and Sazerac Cocktail are all solid choices. The Point of View, Greek Manhattan, Barrel-Aged Sloe Gin Negroni, and Royal Bermuda Yacht Club Cocktail are a bit lighter, but interesting enough to keep you sipping in order to figure out their exact ingredients--no cheating by looking in the menu! The Gin Basil Smash, Honey Thyme Sour, Hib & Rita and classic Cosmopolitan are all great starting points for anyone feeling less adventurous or who isn't quite sure what they are looking for in a drink. The Peche gehabt, Creme Brulee Martini, and Plums (not something I'd typically order, but perfect on a chilly fall or winter evening) are a great choice if you're regretting not having ordered dessert earlier. For a little light-hearted fun, try ordering the Belle, Book, & Candle, or Popp it! If cocktails aren't your thing, you can of course order beer or wine. There's also the nice touch of complimentary lightly infused water and wasabi peanut mix. I haven't ordered food, but I think there are some limited offerings that can be sent up from one of the restaurants in the hotel. Just a note to those who are smoke sensitive (or smokers): around 11pm or so, smoking is allowed. It's possible that this has changed or will change, but thought I'd mention it since it's a dealbreaker for some.

Nice little bar on the 6th floor of the hotel. And when I say little, i mean LITTLE. But the…read moreservice was great, it had a hip modern design. I would abosoluely be back.