The Bix Bar is a basement jazz bar near Patriarch’s Ponds, and this guide to The Bix Bar Moscow explains how it works and what to check before going. It is named after the American cornetist Leon Bix Beiderbecke and recreates the atmosphere of America in the 1920s, with live jazz every evening and a menu of classic cocktails.
The bar is typically open every day from 18:00 to 03:00, and the music begins at about eight, according to a jazz portal. It is entered by a green door, and it is reported not to accept reservations. Prices and the door policy could not be verified, so the sections below cover how to plan the evening and how to get home.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Бар The Bix (Бикс) |
|---|---|
| Address | Bolshoy Kozikhinsky Lane 9/12, basement, Moscow (Большой Козихинский переулок, 9/12, зелёная дверь) |
| District | Presnensky |
| Metro | Tverskaya (Line 2, green, named as the Metro station in a nightlife guide; 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 | Live music |
| Opening hours | Typically listed as open every day from 18:00 to 03:00, with live jazz beginning around 20:00 each evening; check the official site for the current program (as of October 2026 – check the official site). |
| Best time to visit | Arrive before the first set at about eight for a seat, while Friday and Saturday nights are the busiest. Check the official site for the program. |
| Recommended duration | 2–3 hours |
| Music | Live hot jazz every evening, from New Orleans brass to gypsy-style guitar jazz and piano or trio sets, in the spirit of 1920s America. |
| Entry and dress code | The door policy, dress code, minimum age and any cover charge could not be verified; the entrance is a green door at the basement, and the bar is reported not to take reservations. Bring a photo ID, and check thebix.bar. |
| Price level | €€€ |
| Reservations | A nightlife guide reports that the bar does not accept reservations, so arrive early for a seat on a busy night; this could not be confirmed on the official site, so check thebix.bar. |
| Website | thebix.bar |
| Last updated | October 9, 2026 |
Why Visit The Bix Bar?
The Bix is a bar built around live jazz, with a program every evening of hot jazz that ranges from New Orleans brass to gypsy-style guitar, which is unusual in the quiet streets near Patriarch’s Ponds. The walls carry a collection of old records of Bix Beiderbecke, the cornetist who gave the bar its name.
The bar also has a cigar room and a kitchen of American dishes such as brisket, mac and cheese and reuben sandwiches. Because it is reported not to take reservations, arrive early on a busy night, and check the official site for the program.
Highlights of The Bix Bar
Live jazz every evening
Live performances begin around eight every evening, in the style of hot jazz, from New Orleans brass to gypsy-style guitar, according to a jazz portal. Check the program on the official site for the band of your night.
Tip: Arrive before eight for a seat near the music.
The 1920s American atmosphere
The bar recreates the mood of America in the 1920s, with a wall of old records of Bix Beiderbecke. Look for the records on the wall. Check the dress of your night, since themed events are held.
Tip: Ask staff about the story behind the records.
Classic cocktails
The cocktail list is made of classics in the bar's own versions, compiled by the bar manager, and some are served on tap, according to guides. Check the menu on arrival.
Tip: Ask the bartender for a classic you like.
American dishes
The kitchen serves American dishes such as brisket, mac and cheese and reuben sandwiches, according to a nightlife guide. Check the menu and the kitchen hours with staff.
Tip: Order food early, before the room fills.
The cigar room
A directory lists a cigar room among the features of the bar. Check the rules for the room with staff, since smoking rules apply.
Tip: Ask whether the cigar room is open on your night.
The green door by Patriarch's Ponds
The bar is entered by a green door at Bolshoy Kozikhinsky Lane 9, in the quiet streets near Patriarch's Ponds. See the walking itinerary for the area. Check the entrance on a map app.
Tip: Look for the green door in the lane.
Signature Drinks
- A classic cocktail from the bar list
- Brisket
- Mac and cheese
Atmosphere
You go down from the green door into a low room of dark wood and old posters, with a piano, a small stage and a wall of vintage records, and the first set begins at eight. The sounds are a trumpet, a piano and the clink of glasses, and the smell of cigars drifts from the cigar room.
The room fills quickly after the first set, and the crowd is a mix of jazz fans, couples and groups of friends.
History of The Bix Bar
The Bix opened in the lane near Patriarch’s Ponds as a jazz project that recreates America of the 1920s, named after the cornetist Leon Bix Beiderbecke. A restaurant guide says the bar belongs to the restaurateur Daniil Goldman, the jazz musician Konstantin Gevondyan and a partner, and a nightlife guide says it is part of the Goldman Group.
The bar became known for its daily live jazz and its classic cocktail list, compiled by a bar manager, and it has hosted guest bartender shifts and themed evenings. The date of opening could not be verified.
The current program 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 The Bix Bar
Reservations. A nightlife guide reports that the bar does not take reservations, so arrive early for a seat; this could not be confirmed, so check the official site thebix.bar before going.
Entry. The entrance is a green door to the basement, and the door policy, dress code and any cover charge were not verified. Arrive before the first set at about eight on a busy night, and bring a photo ID.
Payment. Cash in rubles is the most reliable way to pay. Whether foreign Visa or Mastercard cards work could not be verified and should not be assumed, and your country’s sanctions rules may restrict some payment services, so check this yourself.
Plan and Book
How to Get to The Bix Bar
The bar is at Bolshoy Kozikhinsky Lane 9/12, in the basement, and a nightlife guide names Tverskaya on the green Line 2 as the Metro station, with Pushkinskaya on the purple Line 7 and Chekhovskaya on the gray Line 9 also listed nearby; the entrance is a green door.
- By Metro: ride to Tverskaya, Pushkinskaya or Chekhovskaya and walk; check the route on a map app.
- By taxi: use the address, Bolshoy Kozikhinsky Lane 9/12.
- 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 bar is in a basement, so stairs are likely, and step-free access was not verified; check with the bar before going if you need it.
Food Nearby
The bar has its own kitchen with American dishes, and the Patriarch's Ponds and Bolshaya Bronnaya area have many cafes and restaurants; the exact venues were not verified.
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 and recording were not verified; at live sets, ask staff first, avoid flash and respect the musicians and other guests.
Family Suitability
Not well suited to children, since this is a basement jazz and cocktail bar open until the early morning, and the minimum age was not verified; stroller access was not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Arrive before eight, since the first set starts then and the room fills quickly.
- Look for the green door in the lane, because the entrance is easy to miss.
- Check the program, because themed evenings and guest bartender shifts are held.
- Combine an early walk around Patriarch's Ponds with an evening of jazz.
- Plan the way home before the last round, since the Metro closes around 01:00.
- Carry cash in rubles in case a card is declined.
What to Do Within Walking Distance of The Bix Bar
These places are an easy walk from The Bix Bar and help you plan your days:
Within walking distance
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Maxim Gorky House Museum Moscowabout 550 m away (~9 min walk) · typical visit: About 1 to 1.5 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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Metro stations near The Bix Bar
Tverskaya Metro Stationabout 650 m away (~10 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Pushkinskaya Metro Stationabout 700 m away (~11 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: The Bix Bar
What is The Bix Bar?
A basement jazz bar near Patriarch's Ponds in Moscow, in the style of 1920s America.
Who is it named after?
The American cornetist Leon Bix Beiderbecke.
When does the music start?
Around eight every evening, according to a jazz portal.
What are the hours?
Typically daily from 18:00 to 03:00; check the official site.
Can I reserve a table?
A nightlife guide reports no reservations; check the official site.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
This could not be verified and should not be assumed; carry cash in rubles, and check your country's sanctions rules.
How do I get home late?
The Metro closes around 01:00, so use a taxi; check the current rules for taxi apps.
Is food served?
Yes, American dishes such as brisket and mac and cheese.
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