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Kreuzberg


Cosy and knick-knack-laden, this Kreuzberg institution has plied an all-ages, all-comers crowd of jazz and blues lovers with tunes and booze for over 30 years. Toe-tapping bands invade several times a week, but there’s also a pool table, beer garden, local beer on tap, and European soul food served till 1am. Jazz brunch on Sunday.


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