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09-24-08, 17:29
Ocho Siete Ocho.
878 Thames.
Palermo Soho.
4773-1098
Beyond cool, 878 is currently in vogue as the city's hippest, formerly underground, nightspot. The bar doesn't have a sign on the door, but if you ring the doorbell of 878, a waitress will let you into an expansive room with high ceilings with exposed beams. Despite its secret, almost speakeasy entrance, the atmosphere inside isn't intimidating. The bar's drink menu is practically a bible. If you can't pick your poison, one of the bartenders will serve you up something delicious.
Bangalore.
Humbolt 1416
Palermo Hollywood.
4779-2621
An English-style pub, Bangalore serves up authentic Indian food, cold drafts and enough good cheer to put any weary monger back on his feet. Particularly popular with long-term expats, the bar brings in a good mix to its picnic tables that straddle the sidewalk out front. Located around the corner from Niceto Club, the pub is a great place to start off a Buenos Aires night of debauchery.
Bar 6
Armenia 1676
Palermo Viejo.
4833 6807
http://www.barseis.com/
Good drinks, an intimate space, and located in the heart of Palermo, Bar 6 is a classic. Its high-ceilings and big windows compliment the posh vibe that comes with the elegant and attractive clientele. Start here with a few friends from AP and a few cocktails and groove to the DJ's beats.
Bar Abierto
J.L. Borges 1613
Palermo Viejo
4833-7640
While its food is fairly mediocre, the drinks are good and the space itself is very bright and welcoming during the day or the long Buenos Aires nights. Bar Abierto is a good place to go to indulge in some casual beers with your buddies from AP.
Bar Seddon
Defensa 695
San Telmo
4342-3700
A pharmacy in the nineteenth-century, today this classic Buenos Aires cafe, restaurant, and bar is open for lunch, dinner, and late into the night. The live music is standard, good techno beats and remixed pop, the ambiance extremely friendly, with lots of hostelers and Argentines, and the food excellent; three reasons that this is one of the must see bars in San Telmo.
La Cigale
Av. 25 de Mayo 722
Centro
4312-8275
A supposedly French-themed bar, La Cigale, which means cicada (you know, the bug) is more reminiscent of a lounge bred with a grungy LA bar. Cultural confusion aside, this is the place to be on Tuesday. The cocktails are strong and the DJs on the weekends mix until the small hours. Red leather booths let couples get cozy. A long bar provides intimate attentions from the bartenders.
Note: the lines here can wrap around the block.
Green Bamboo
Costa Rica 5802
Palermo Hollywood
4775-7050
http://www.green-bamboo.com.ar
The cocktails at Green Bamboo are so undeniably inventive and luscious that even dedicated wine worshipers get loopy on ginger, mint, and lemon concoctions. A tiny spot, the superchic resto-bar has the perfect vibe for a dinner for two. Take your new/current girlfriend ( non-pro ONLY please).
Gibraltar
Peru 895
San Telmo
4362-5310
A sister pub to Bangalore, Gibraltar is one of the most English pubs in Buenos Aires. Its hugely popular with expats but sees a fair share of Argentine regulars. The Indian food is spicy, the barman speaks English and there's a pool table. Crowded and loud, there isn't much room to maneuver, but who needs to maneuver when you are sandwiched between good looking chicas from Australia and South Africa?
Le Bar
Tucuman 422
Centro
5219-0858
The hottest new bar in town. A martini lounge and restaurant, this ultra-chic hot spot was started by two French expatriates to introduce high-end French food to Buenos Aires. With sunken seating, a roof top terrace, towering ceilings and deluxe design, Le Bar is the sophisticate's choice.
Utopia Bar
Serrano 1590
Plaza Serrano, Palermo
4831-8572
One of the many bars situated along the plaza, Utopia has a quirky exterior ambiance as well as good food,the hamburgers and the pizzas are particularly worth a try. It is good place to relax with a friend from AP and a beer or two as the sun sets on the plaza and portenas wait for the dinner hour to commence. Go for people watching Saturday and Sunday, when the fair covers the plaza.
TAZZ
Serrano 1556
Plaza Serrano, Palermo
4833-5164
http://www.tazzbars.com/
Reminiscent of a 50's diner, the walls of TAZZ are lined with vinyl booths but the menu is mostly Mexican. The center of the bar is full of pool tables, all of which will be full by 11 pm on a Friday or Saturday night.
Voodoo
Baez 340
Palermo
4772-2453
Somewhere between a club and a bar, Voodoo has DJs from beyond Buenos Aires and an atmosphere of true cool. It is a place to see people and been seen, whether that be at the bar, on the dance floor, or in one of the lounge chairs.
Sullivan's
El Salvador 4919
Palermo
4832-6442
A huge bar, Sullivans is a two-story Irish pub within stumbling distance of Plaza Serrano, the citys open-air party spot. The size of the place means seats are usually available. BTW, the chocolate pie is excellent.
The Temple Bar
Marcelo T. De Alvear 945
Retiro
4322-0474
One of the many Irish pubs in Buenos Aires, this one is actually worth going to by virtue of its English and Irish beers on tap and its pool table and darts. The waiters do both bar service and table service, so when things get hectic, it can be a bit hard to get a pint or a plate of food. However, the staff and the crowd is friendly and it gets packed on weekends.So be prepared to que at times.
Post
Thames 1885
Palermo
Unlike the majority of Palermos bars, Post is small and low key. The walls are covered in sketches and graphic art done by a slew of local artists. Drinks here are extremely reasonably priced for a bar so close to Plaza Serrano and the supply of popcorn is never ending.
The Red Door
Piedras, next to the Tango Hostel at 680 Piedras
San Telmo
Despite the fact that this bar has no sign out front and no name, you can still easily find this bar by its bright red door. Ring the bell and ascend a long staircase to get to this hip little lounge over San Telmo, where you can play pool and chill on comfy couches. It doesnt get crowded until after three am, and when it does its a mix of foreigners and locals in the know. The drinks are good, but dont order the mediocre house wine.
Soul Cafe
Baez 246
Las Canitas
4778-3115
As the name suggests, this bar is home to 70's funk and soul. Attracting a slightly older crowd, this is a place to go if you want to listen to some boogie music with friends and soak up some retro decor. Its got a great, and different vibe from the rest of the bars on Baez St, making this a favorite. The sushi is supposedly pretty good here.( I personally dont do Sushi)
Milion (Captain's personal favorite)
Parana 1048
Recoleta
4815-9925
http://www.milionargentina.com.ar
Tucked away from the street, this turn-of-the-century mansion is an enduring favorite for its elegance, backyard courtyard and terrace and extraordinarily perfect cocktails. With narrow hallways, creaking wood floors and softly lit lighting, Milion is a classy retreat from the masses.
Plaza Dorrego.
Defensa 1098
San Telmo.
4361-0141
As traditionally Argentine as it can be, this classic and historical bar on Plaza Dorrego has a portrait of tango crooner Carlos Gardel, a national hero, on the wall and the names of countless tourists engraved into the woodwork. Right on the corner of the plaza, the bar is an ideal place to stop for a pint during the San Telmo fair on Sundays.
Well, this list basically covers the bar / pub happening scene of BA.
Hope this helps? Looking forward to feedback ( hopefully positive feedback!!). Also detailed reports from you guys on any of these bars if you have already visited or will visit after reading this, will be highly welcome.
Enjoy BA
878 Thames.
Palermo Soho.
4773-1098
Beyond cool, 878 is currently in vogue as the city's hippest, formerly underground, nightspot. The bar doesn't have a sign on the door, but if you ring the doorbell of 878, a waitress will let you into an expansive room with high ceilings with exposed beams. Despite its secret, almost speakeasy entrance, the atmosphere inside isn't intimidating. The bar's drink menu is practically a bible. If you can't pick your poison, one of the bartenders will serve you up something delicious.
Bangalore.
Humbolt 1416
Palermo Hollywood.
4779-2621
An English-style pub, Bangalore serves up authentic Indian food, cold drafts and enough good cheer to put any weary monger back on his feet. Particularly popular with long-term expats, the bar brings in a good mix to its picnic tables that straddle the sidewalk out front. Located around the corner from Niceto Club, the pub is a great place to start off a Buenos Aires night of debauchery.
Bar 6
Armenia 1676
Palermo Viejo.
4833 6807
http://www.barseis.com/
Good drinks, an intimate space, and located in the heart of Palermo, Bar 6 is a classic. Its high-ceilings and big windows compliment the posh vibe that comes with the elegant and attractive clientele. Start here with a few friends from AP and a few cocktails and groove to the DJ's beats.
Bar Abierto
J.L. Borges 1613
Palermo Viejo
4833-7640
While its food is fairly mediocre, the drinks are good and the space itself is very bright and welcoming during the day or the long Buenos Aires nights. Bar Abierto is a good place to go to indulge in some casual beers with your buddies from AP.
Bar Seddon
Defensa 695
San Telmo
4342-3700
A pharmacy in the nineteenth-century, today this classic Buenos Aires cafe, restaurant, and bar is open for lunch, dinner, and late into the night. The live music is standard, good techno beats and remixed pop, the ambiance extremely friendly, with lots of hostelers and Argentines, and the food excellent; three reasons that this is one of the must see bars in San Telmo.
La Cigale
Av. 25 de Mayo 722
Centro
4312-8275
A supposedly French-themed bar, La Cigale, which means cicada (you know, the bug) is more reminiscent of a lounge bred with a grungy LA bar. Cultural confusion aside, this is the place to be on Tuesday. The cocktails are strong and the DJs on the weekends mix until the small hours. Red leather booths let couples get cozy. A long bar provides intimate attentions from the bartenders.
Note: the lines here can wrap around the block.
Green Bamboo
Costa Rica 5802
Palermo Hollywood
4775-7050
http://www.green-bamboo.com.ar
The cocktails at Green Bamboo are so undeniably inventive and luscious that even dedicated wine worshipers get loopy on ginger, mint, and lemon concoctions. A tiny spot, the superchic resto-bar has the perfect vibe for a dinner for two. Take your new/current girlfriend ( non-pro ONLY please).
Gibraltar
Peru 895
San Telmo
4362-5310
A sister pub to Bangalore, Gibraltar is one of the most English pubs in Buenos Aires. Its hugely popular with expats but sees a fair share of Argentine regulars. The Indian food is spicy, the barman speaks English and there's a pool table. Crowded and loud, there isn't much room to maneuver, but who needs to maneuver when you are sandwiched between good looking chicas from Australia and South Africa?
Le Bar
Tucuman 422
Centro
5219-0858
The hottest new bar in town. A martini lounge and restaurant, this ultra-chic hot spot was started by two French expatriates to introduce high-end French food to Buenos Aires. With sunken seating, a roof top terrace, towering ceilings and deluxe design, Le Bar is the sophisticate's choice.
Utopia Bar
Serrano 1590
Plaza Serrano, Palermo
4831-8572
One of the many bars situated along the plaza, Utopia has a quirky exterior ambiance as well as good food,the hamburgers and the pizzas are particularly worth a try. It is good place to relax with a friend from AP and a beer or two as the sun sets on the plaza and portenas wait for the dinner hour to commence. Go for people watching Saturday and Sunday, when the fair covers the plaza.
TAZZ
Serrano 1556
Plaza Serrano, Palermo
4833-5164
http://www.tazzbars.com/
Reminiscent of a 50's diner, the walls of TAZZ are lined with vinyl booths but the menu is mostly Mexican. The center of the bar is full of pool tables, all of which will be full by 11 pm on a Friday or Saturday night.
Voodoo
Baez 340
Palermo
4772-2453
Somewhere between a club and a bar, Voodoo has DJs from beyond Buenos Aires and an atmosphere of true cool. It is a place to see people and been seen, whether that be at the bar, on the dance floor, or in one of the lounge chairs.
Sullivan's
El Salvador 4919
Palermo
4832-6442
A huge bar, Sullivans is a two-story Irish pub within stumbling distance of Plaza Serrano, the citys open-air party spot. The size of the place means seats are usually available. BTW, the chocolate pie is excellent.
The Temple Bar
Marcelo T. De Alvear 945
Retiro
4322-0474
One of the many Irish pubs in Buenos Aires, this one is actually worth going to by virtue of its English and Irish beers on tap and its pool table and darts. The waiters do both bar service and table service, so when things get hectic, it can be a bit hard to get a pint or a plate of food. However, the staff and the crowd is friendly and it gets packed on weekends.So be prepared to que at times.
Post
Thames 1885
Palermo
Unlike the majority of Palermos bars, Post is small and low key. The walls are covered in sketches and graphic art done by a slew of local artists. Drinks here are extremely reasonably priced for a bar so close to Plaza Serrano and the supply of popcorn is never ending.
The Red Door
Piedras, next to the Tango Hostel at 680 Piedras
San Telmo
Despite the fact that this bar has no sign out front and no name, you can still easily find this bar by its bright red door. Ring the bell and ascend a long staircase to get to this hip little lounge over San Telmo, where you can play pool and chill on comfy couches. It doesnt get crowded until after three am, and when it does its a mix of foreigners and locals in the know. The drinks are good, but dont order the mediocre house wine.
Soul Cafe
Baez 246
Las Canitas
4778-3115
As the name suggests, this bar is home to 70's funk and soul. Attracting a slightly older crowd, this is a place to go if you want to listen to some boogie music with friends and soak up some retro decor. Its got a great, and different vibe from the rest of the bars on Baez St, making this a favorite. The sushi is supposedly pretty good here.( I personally dont do Sushi)
Milion (Captain's personal favorite)
Parana 1048
Recoleta
4815-9925
http://www.milionargentina.com.ar
Tucked away from the street, this turn-of-the-century mansion is an enduring favorite for its elegance, backyard courtyard and terrace and extraordinarily perfect cocktails. With narrow hallways, creaking wood floors and softly lit lighting, Milion is a classy retreat from the masses.
Plaza Dorrego.
Defensa 1098
San Telmo.
4361-0141
As traditionally Argentine as it can be, this classic and historical bar on Plaza Dorrego has a portrait of tango crooner Carlos Gardel, a national hero, on the wall and the names of countless tourists engraved into the woodwork. Right on the corner of the plaza, the bar is an ideal place to stop for a pint during the San Telmo fair on Sundays.
Well, this list basically covers the bar / pub happening scene of BA.
Hope this helps? Looking forward to feedback ( hopefully positive feedback!!). Also detailed reports from you guys on any of these bars if you have already visited or will visit after reading this, will be highly welcome.
Enjoy BA