Craft Republic is a small basement craft beer pub in a lane off Tverskaya Street, and this guide to Craft Republic Moscow explains what to expect and what to check before going. It has about 25 taps of craft beer from independent breweries in Russia and abroad, and a larger range of bottles and cans, according to older listings.
The room is noisy and packed on busy nights, with seating for about 50 guests according to a map directory, and it is typically open from mid-afternoon, with later hours at the weekend. Because hours differ between sources and the listings are undated, the sections below cover what is known and what to check on the official site.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Craft rePUBlic (бар «Крафт Репаблик») |
|---|---|
| Address | Maly Gnezdnikovsky Lane 9 building 7, basement, Moscow (Малый Гнездниковский переулок, 9, стр. 7) OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Tverskoy |
| Metro | Tverskaya (Line 2, green, listed as nearby in a restaurant directory; the walking time and exit were not verified) Pushkinskaya (Line 7, purple, also listed nearby; the walking time was not verified) Chekhovskaya (Line 9, gray, also listed nearby; the walking time was not verified) |
| Type | Pub |
| Opening hours | Listed as open daily from the early afternoon (14:00 or 15:00), closing at midnight on most days and later, between 02:00 and 04:00, on Friday and Saturday according to some sources, so check the official site (as of October 2026 – check the official site). |
| Best time to visit | Weekday afternoons are quiet and suit a talk about the beers, while Thursday to Saturday evenings are the busiest. Check the official site for the hours of your night. |
| Recommended duration | 1–3 hours |
| Music | Rock and punk-leaning background music in a loud, informal craft beer pub; the program was not verified. |
| Entry and dress code | The door policy, dress code, minimum age and any cover charge could not be verified; bring a photo ID, and check craftrepublic.ru. |
| Price level | ₽₽ · moderate |
| Reservations | Table reservations could not be verified; the pub is small, with about 50 seats according to a map directory, so check craftrepublic.ru before going on a Friday or Saturday evening. |
| Website | craftrepublic.ru |
| Last updated | October 9, 2026 |
Why Visit Craft Republic?
Craft Republic is a pub for people who come for the beer rather than the decor, with about 25 taps that change often, and a range of bottles and cans that includes Russian and foreign breweries, according to older listings. The tap list changes at least once a month, and a city events guide describes the room as very noisy and crowded, with guests sitting on top of one another.
It is a short walk from Tverskaya Street, close to Noor Bar, and it opens in the afternoon, so it works as an early stop. Check the official site for the current hours and the tap list.
Highlights of Craft Republic
About 25 craft beer taps
The pub has about 25 taps of craft beer from independent breweries in Russia, Europe and America, and a bigger range in bottles and cans, according to older listings. Check the tap list on arrival.
Tip: Ask the bartender for the newest beer on tap.
A changing tap list
The beers on tap change often, at least once a month according to a city events guide, and interesting bottles arrive regularly. Check with staff what is new.
Tip: Go back later in the month to find different beers.
A basement pub with a tight room
The pub is in the basement of building 7 and seats about 50 guests, according to a map directory, so it is crowded and noisy on busy nights. Check the entrance on a map app.
Tip: Arrive in the afternoon for a seat.
Dog-friendly with sports broadcasts
A map directory lists the pub as dog-friendly, with sports broadcasts, a dance floor and payment by QR code among its features. Check which of these apply on your night.
Tip: Ask whether a match is on before choosing a table.
Late weekend hours
Some sources show closing at 02:00 or 04:00 at the weekend, long after the Metro closes. Check the hours of your night on the official site.
Tip: Plan the way home before staying late.
Near Tverskaya, Pushkinskaya and Chekhovskaya
Three Metro stations serve the lane, and the pub is close to Noor Bar and Tverskaya Street. See the walking itinerary for Patriarch's Ponds. Check the route on a map app.
Tip: Combine a beer here with a walk along Tverskaya.
Signature Drinks
- A craft beer from the rotating taps
- A bottle or can from the large selection
Atmosphere
The basement room is small and loud, with a long bar of taps, tables set close together and guests standing between them, and the sound is conversation over rock music. The look is plain, with no frills, closer to a neighborhood beer bar than a design pub.
In the afternoon it is quiet, and by the evening on Thursday to Saturday it is packed with a young crowd of beer fans.
History of Craft Republic
Craft Republic, written Craft rePUBlic, is a craft beer pub that opened in the center of Moscow in the mid-2010s, according to older listings, and it has been described as one of the early craft beer bars in the city. It sits in the basement of a building on Maly Gnezdnikovsky Lane.
The pub has kept its plain look and its focus on rotating taps, and its range includes Russian and foreign breweries. The exact date of opening and the details of its ownership could not be verified.
The current details should be checked on the official site, and this history is shorter than requested because few facts could be verified.
Entry, Tables and Reservations at Craft Republic
Reservations. Reservations could not be verified; the pub is small, so check the official site craftrepublic.ru before going on a Friday or Saturday evening.
Entry. The door policy and any cover charge were not verified. Arrive early on a busy night, and bring a photo ID.
Payment. A map directory mentions payment by QR code, which applies to services used in Russia. Foreign Visa or Mastercard cards should not be assumed to work, and your country’s sanctions rules may restrict some payment services, so carry cash in rubles and check this yourself.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Craft Republic
The pub is at Maly Gnezdnikovsky Lane 9 building 7, in the basement, near Tverskaya Street, and a restaurant directory lists Tverskaya on the green Line 2, Pushkinskaya on the purple Line 7 and Chekhovskaya on the gray Line 9 as nearby stations.
- By Metro: ride to Tverskaya, Pushkinskaya or Chekhovskaya and walk to the lane; check the route on a map app.
- By taxi: use the address, Maly Gnezdnikovsky Lane 9 building 7.
- Getting home: the Metro usually closes around 01:00, so a taxi may be needed after a late night; check mosmetro.ru for the current closing time.
Accessibility
The pub is in a basement, so stairs are likely, and step-free access was not verified; check with the pub before going if you need it.
Food Nearby
The pub's own food offer was not verified, and an older guide says a food menu is missing; Tverskaya Street and the Pushkin Square area have many cafes and restaurants, including Noor Bar nearby.
What to Bring
Bring a photo ID, cash in rubles and a charged phone with a map and a taxi app for the way home.
Photography Rules
Rules for photography were not verified; ask staff first and do not photograph other guests without asking.
Family Suitability
Not suited to children, since this is a small, noisy beer pub, and the minimum age was not verified; stroller access to a basement was not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Arrive in the afternoon for a seat, since the room has only about 50 places and fills on busy nights.
- Ask the bartender for the newest keg, because the tap list changes at least monthly.
- Eat first, since an older guide says there is no food menu.
- Combine the pub with a drink at Noor Bar, which is a short walk away on Tverskaya Street.
- Plan the way home before staying late, since the Metro closes around 01:00.
- Carry cash in rubles in case a card or a QR payment does not work.
What to Do Within Walking Distance of Craft Republic
These places are an easy walk from Craft Republic and help you plan your days:
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Metro stations near Craft Republic
Tverskaya Metro Stationabout 250 m away (~4 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Chekhovskaya Metro Stationabout 250 m away (~4 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Nightlife near Craft Republic
Noor Barabout 550 m away (~9 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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Restaurants and cafes near Craft Republic
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FAQ: Craft Republic
What is Craft Republic?
A small basement craft beer pub on Maly Gnezdnikovsky Lane in central Moscow.
How many taps does it have?
About 25, according to older listings.
What are the hours?
Typically from the early afternoon, with later closing on Friday and Saturday; check the official site.
Is the pub still open?
Nothing points to a closure, but check the official site and a map app before going.
Is food served?
This could not be verified; an older guide says there is no food menu.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
Acceptance of foreign cards cannot be assumed; carry cash in rubles, and check your own country's sanctions rules, which may restrict some payment services.
How do I get home late?
The Metro closes around 01:00, so use a taxi; check the current rules for taxi apps.
Are dogs allowed?
A map directory lists the pub as dog-friendly; check with staff.
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