Buenos Aires guide

Where to drink in Buenos Aires

Signature cocktails, hidden bars and rooftops for discovering Buenos Aires after dark.

Rooftops

Trade Sky Bar

San Nicolás · Avenida Corrientes 222 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Music on the Trade Sky Bar terrace against the illuminated Buenos Aires skyline
Archive photograph of Alok's show on the Trade Sky Bar terrace.
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The Comega building's terrace looks out over the river and Puerto Madero. Visit for a sunset cocktail or choose the dining room for dinner.

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Florería Atlántico

Retiro · Arroyo 872 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Florería Atlántico bar with flowers and yellow stools

The flower shop entrance leads to the bar. The menu draws on immigration and life at the port. Check the current menu and booking channel.

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Tres Monos

Palermo · Guatemala 4899 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Tres Monos counter lit with pink neon

A counter for exploring Buenos Aires' contemporary cocktail scene. Ask the team about the current menu and entry arrangements.

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CoChinChina

Palermo · Armenia 1540 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
CoChinChina Arriba bar with a golden ceiling and green counter
CoChinChina Arriba, on the upper floor of the bar.

A cocktail stop that can also anchor an evening around food. Check available sittings and choose a table or a place at the bar.

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Crystal Bar

Puerto Madero · Aimé Painé 1130 · Piso 32 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Crystal Bar at sunset, looking out over Buenos Aires

The bar at Alvear Icon pairs cocktails and small plates with views of the ecological reserve, the river and the city.

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Rey de Copas

Palermo · Gorriti 5176 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Rey de Copas lounge with stained glass and candlelit tables

A Palermo Soho house filled with art, rooms to explore and signature cocktails. Order tapas alongside your drinks.

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Presidente Bar

Retiro · Avenida Presidente Manuel Quintana 188 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Presidente Bar counter lit by crystal chandeliers

In a townhouse on Avenida Quintana, a glowing bar and several rooms set the scene for classic and signature cocktails.

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J. W. Bradley Ltd.

Palermo · Godoy Cruz 1875 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
J. W. Bradley Ltd. bar and lounge with the illuminated clock

A bar inspired by the Orient Express. The entrance recreates a vintage carriage before leading to a signature cocktail bar.

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Backroom Bar

Palermo · Jorge Luis Borges 1975 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Backroom Bar counter with its illuminated sign in Palermo

Signature cocktails and sharing plates at the Borges 1975 cultural venue. Check the live jazz programme if you'd like music with your drinks.

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Piso 15 Sky Bar

San Nicolás · Avenida Corrientes 222 · Piso 15 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Piso 15 Sky Bar terrace at dusk overlooking lower downtown Buenos Aires

Vuelta Abajo Social Club's terrace occupies the 15th floor of the Comega building. Stop for a cocktail overlooking lower downtown Buenos Aires.

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Felicia Bar

Retiro · Posadas 1232 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Felicia Bar lounge at Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta

The bar at Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta serves signature cocktails and tapas. Settle into an armchair after exploring the neighbourhood.

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Uptown & The Bronx

Palermo · Arévalo 2030 · Palermo Hollywood · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Dining room and bar at Uptown & The Bronx in Palermo Hollywood

Walk through a New York subway-inspired station and carriage to reach the bar. The menu pairs signature cocktails with street food.

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The Hole Bar

Palermo · Armenia 1743 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)
Burger and chips from The Hole Bar menu

A hidden bar inspired by Alcatraz, with corridors and cells, signature cocktails and bookings through its official website.

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Le Club Bacan

Retiro · Arroyo 841 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)

The bar at Casa Lucía serves signature cocktails in the Mihanovich Tower. Stop for a drink on Calle Arroyo.

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La Puerta Roja

San Telmo · Chacabuco 733 · Buenos Aires City (CABA)

Look for the red door on Chacabuco and head upstairs. The bar offers beer, cocktails and sharing plates in a casual setting.

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