Cookys

Cookys is a long-standing small club and live-music venue on the Am Salzhaus lane in the Altstadt of Frankfurt am Main, in the German state of Hesse, close to the Hauptwache. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from the main shopping streets and from the Hauptwache and Römer areas, and it has a reputation as a reliable address for guitar-based music in the city centre. The atmosphere is informal and friendly, with a mixed crowd of locals, students, visitors and music fans, mostly in their twenties to forties. There is no strict dress code, and casual clothing is the norm. The programme combines live bands with DJ-led nights, and the style leans toward rock and pop, with evenings that start with live sets and continue into dance floor sessions. The exact line-up varies, so the current schedule should be checked before a visit. The bar serves beer, spirits with mixers and soft drinks at mid-range prices consistent with the €€ level. Opening hours are typically Thursday to Saturday from about 9PM, and the venue should be contacted or its programme checked to confirm the schedule. Thursday is usually more relaxed, while Friday and Saturday are the busiest nights, and queues can form when a popular band or party night is on. Entry is typically about €5-15, depending on the event. The door is generally easygoing, but a full house can lead to a wait. Bottle service and formal table reservations are not a typical part of the offering, though groups may be able to ask about space for larger parties. Photo identification is advisable. The surrounding Altstadt has plenty of other bars and restaurants, which makes it simple to eat or have an early drink nearby, and public transport from Hauptwache covers the return, with taxis available late. A small amount of cash is useful for entry and the cloakroom.