Ankerklause is a tiny shack right on top of the Landwehrkanal. Or beneath a bridge. Or beside the Turkish vegetable market. However you want to classify this hidden bar, it’s still an unbeatable Kreuzberg haunt with a classic jukebox and raucous Thursday night dance party.

With both indoor and outdoor seating and a drink list accompanied by a short list of Berlin snacks, the bar welcomes seafarers and those just looking to unbutton their collars. Go Captain Kitsch with the maritime inspired interior, or shout ahoy to the cruiseboats passing below. A good place to relax, and also a fine place to paaarrrrrty (paaarrrdon the pirate puns).