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Besenkammer-Bar

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Google (293) 3.4
Tripadvisor (30) 2.3
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Address
1 Rathausstraße, Berlin
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Phone
+49 30/242 4083 
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About this place Besenkammer-Bar

Besenkammer-Bar: a tiny, chatty gay bar in central Mitte, where locals hang out. The name means "broom closet," and it’s not kidding. Maybe 30 to 40 people can squeeze in here, which makes for easy conversation, or at least easy eavesdropping. It's at 1 Rathausstraße, a short walk from Berlin’s historic center. This place has been around. It started as Mocca, a gay-friendly spot, way back in the mid-20th century. Gabriela Rexhausen took it over in 1990, making it fully gay. Then her son Christoph ran it from 2008. So it's been a Berlin queer institution for a long time. Today, you'll find a mixed crowd, mostly men, and a welcoming vibe that feels lived-in, not manufactured. Pop oldies play over the speakers. And yes, you can smoke inside. If you want to see how Berlin's gay scene really works, away from the flashier spots, this is it. Come for a low-key drink and talk to people who actually live here.

Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 23:59
Monday 00:00-23:59
Tuesday 00:00-23:59
Wednesday 00:00-23:59
Thursday 00:00-23:59
Friday 00:00-23:59
Saturday 00:00-23:59
Sunday 00:00-23:59

Features

Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) Smoking Area Pub/Tavern

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Carla H
Carla H Jun 2026

We went to this bar on the recommendation of friends and had a fantastic evening. Four women, and there was absolutely no discrimination. On the contrary, we were welcomed so warmly. Sometimes it's about how you behave. You want respect? Then be respectful. So all I can say is: if I'm ever in Berlin again, I'll definitely visit Besenkammer. This bar is well worth a visit.

Kevin
Kevin May 2026

If, as a woman (my companion), I'm not allowed to have a coffee and use the restroom after visiting Busche Club, then I'd rather stay away. Other women are sitting on the bar counter or sleeping in the corner. Meik, by far the most unfriendly bartender, managed to make us only have a coffee and then find a public restroom instead. Up until now, there haven't been any problems with any of the bartenders employed there. Are women simply worthless??... sad place... I'll avoid it in the future. LGBTQ+ issues are clearly not valued here, at least not when it comes to women. We were allowed in, so why are we treated like this?

Fräulein
Fräulein May 2026

This bar is not recommended for anyone. The staff is extremely unfriendly, especially towards women. We (a heterosexual couple) were spoken to in such an inappropriate tone that we left immediately. We felt extremely uncomfortable and were stared at in a downright disgusting manner by the other patrons. It seems the only welcome guests at this establishment are the local alcoholics. In short: Not recommended for ANYONE.

Deborah Bormann
Deborah Bormann May 2026

Andi is one of the best bartenders ever, very friendly to the guests and a really great person. Awesome bar and we felt incredibly welcome :)❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Danyil Dobrenkyi
Danyil Dobrenkyi May 2026

Really unpleasant and aggressive stuff

Ramona Hummel
Ramona Hummel May 2026
Szymon Maksymiuk
Szymon Maksymiuk Apr 2026

A place both in plain sight and hidden away. Perfect for anyone looking for an authentic retro experience. The pub has been open for 60 years, and it's clear it hasn't been renovated in a while. In this particular case, that's definitely a plus, as you can literally step back decades and feel that distinctive underground atmosphere. The people inside were also very helpful and friendly, and you could feel the familiar atmosphere. However, there's one drawback to this journey back in time: the inability to pay by card. Despite this, it was so enjoyable that I'll be visiting this place more often.

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Last updated on 9 August 2026

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