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What to order at Bar Barak
- Signature drink
- Wild-fermented sour ales from Dutch and Belgian craft breweries
- Editor tip
- The wild-fermented tap list changes weekly; the barman will let you taste before you commit to a pint.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeWild craft beer and natural wine bar
Price€€€
Neighborhoodovervecht
HoursWed 17:00-23:00, Thu 17:00-23:00, Fri 16:00-23:00, Sat 12:00-23:00, Sun 12:00-23:00
Phone+31 6 24755517
Signature drinkWild-fermented sour ales from Dutch and Belgian craft breweries
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Food program: Open-fire small plates, Lavett sourdough
Tip: The wild-fermented tap list changes weekly; the barman will let you taste before you commit to a pint.
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