The Clumsies is an all-day cocktail bar in a restored townhouse on Praxitelous Street, between Syntagma and Psirri. Its three levels have different moods, from the wooden ground-floor bar to quieter upstairs seating, and the drinks range from familiar classics to inventive seasonal mixes. Come for a coffee or brunch by day, then settle in for cocktails and bar food later. The menu changes, so ask the bartenders to guide you by flavor; the bar seats are a good choice if you want to talk through your order.
A townhouse with different spaces
The Clumsies occupies a restored neoclassical townhouse on Praxitelous Street, between Syntagma and Psirri. Its rooms are spread over three levels. The ground floor has a large wooden bar and a vintage-meets-industrial look; upstairs, the seating is more suited to a quieter drink. The uppermost space, called The Room, has a billiard table and reclining chairs. It is a private event space for groups of up to 10 and needs to be booked in advance.
The street entrance is easy to miss: look for a small plaque at Plateia Klathmonos rather than a prominent sign. Inside, the layout gives you options, whether you want to sit at the bar or find a table away from it.
Cocktails and how to choose
Cocktails are the main draw, with a menu that pairs familiar styles with original combinations. The list changes regularly, though some past favorites return. Ask the bartender for a recommendation based on the flavors you like; descriptions on the menu can also help you narrow down the choices. The Aegean Negroni is one named option, and classics such as the Negroni and Moscow mule appear on the menu.
A seat at the bar can make it easier to discuss your order and get suggestions. The Clumsies also has a tasting menu of four to five smaller cocktails, a way to sample several drinks in one visit. For The Room, there is a separate drinks menu, so ask about it when arranging a booking.
Coffee, brunch and bar food
The bar is open for more than evening drinks. You can come for coffee and breakfast, stay for brunch or order food alongside cocktails later in the day. Brunch dishes described on the menu include soft-boiled eggs with graviera cream and prosciutto, and an avocado bowl with rocket, cherry tomatoes and mushrooms. The pastry selection has included a half-baked cookie served with banana ice cream and toasted pecans.
For a smaller bite, corn fritters are one option mentioned on the food menu. If you want a full meal, the venue has food as well as drinks, so you do not need to plan a separate stop.
Perguntas frequentes
Where is The Clumsies in Athens?
It is at Praxitelous 30, between Syntagma and Psirri. The street entrance is marked by a small plaque at Plateia Klathmonos.
Does The Clumsies serve food?
Yes. It serves food alongside drinks and has breakfast, brunch and other meals. Menu items have included eggs with graviera cream and prosciutto, avocado dishes and corn fritters.
Can you book a private room at The Clumsies?
Yes. The Room is a private space with a billiard table for groups of up to 10, and it requires advance booking.
What should you order at The Clumsies?
The cocktail menu includes classics such as a Negroni and Moscow mule, as well as creative seasonal drinks. Ask the bartender for a recommendation based on the flavors you prefer.
