Lang Bar

The Lang Bar at the Waldorf Astoria Berlin is one of the most stylish cocktail bars in a luxury hotel in City West, named after director Fritz Lang, whose Metropolis premiered next door at the Ufa-Palast am Zoo in 1927. Green marble, a golden faceted ceiling, and red leather seats define the space, and the menu features Mediterranean-inspired original creations.

Lang Bar at Waldorf Astoria: Cocktail Bar in a Luxury Hotel in City West

The Lang Bar belongs to the Waldorf Astoria Berlin on Hardenbergstraße, placing it in the center of City West, just a few steps from Zoologischer Garten train station and Kurfürstendamm. The hotel is housed in the Zoofenster, a 118-meter-high tower with 32 floors designed by Christoph Mäckler, which opened in early 2013. Right next door is the Zoo Palast, the successor to the Ufa Palast am Zoo, where Fritz Lang’s Metropolis premiered in 1927. Nearby are also Bikini Berlin and the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, making a visit easy to combine with an evening in City West. The bar is not run by the hotel itself, but by Stilian Laufer and Oliver Timm, who are also responsible for the Serenity Rooftop terrace in the same building.

Art Deco, Green Marble, and Mediterranean Drinks at Lang Bar

Inside, Art Deco and rich materials define the space: green marble on the bar and floor, along with a shimmering golden, faceted ceiling and deep red leather seats. The room is fully glassed and air-conditioned, and can be completely darkened. For events, there is a sound system with a DJ booth and a dedicated preparation kitchen. The Lang Bar is considered a Mediterranean oasis, and the menu reflects this: In addition to the Banoffee Negroni and Espresso Martini, original creations such as Langbar Martini, Matcha Fizz, Spicy Temptation, or Midnight Ruby are on offer. Alcohol-free specials are also available, including a non-alcoholic Negroni. Furthermore, there are wines, champagne, and a wide selection of spirits. Musically, the program ranges from DJ sets with lounge and house to changing live acts, with jazz occasionally played. There is no strict dress code, but smart casual is recommended. Reservations are taken for six people or more; smaller groups can simply walk in.