What to do when you've just purchased a new outfit? Wear it out dancing, of course. There's nothing like new threads to make you step lightly and, if you happen to be in Berlin, Clarchens is the place to show off your moves.
Clarchens Ballhaus. Perhaps the last surviving leftover from the many Tanzcafes of 1920s Berlin, Clarchens Ballhaus remains a thriving dancehall, where old-time patrons and young hipsters alike twirl about to the sounds of tango, cha cha, and swing music. On two floors, a lower level that has a decidedly kitsch aesthetic, and an upper one that boasts elegantly high ceilings and chandeliers, these patrons dine on basic German cuisine and homemade pizza, imbibe heavily, and work up the courage to hit the dancefloors in the center of each room. Luckily, nightly classes are held and instructors are on hand throughout the evening to help newcomers master the retro moves. More than anything, Clarchens is a testament to the enduring power of both old tunes and old customs, the revival of which here unites a diverse crowd in the name of some seriously quirky fun.
Augustrasse 24. +49 30 282 9295
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