Buenos Aires
A gem in the neighborhood, this lovely bar notable (historic bar) has been immaculately restored and transformed into a sophisticated bar and restaurant…
Must-see nightlife in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
This basement speakeasy is located beneath a flower shop: needless to say, the entryway is beautiful (and fragrant). Hipsters, artists, chefs and…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
One of the city's most elegant bars, Milión takes up three floors of a renovated old mansion. The courtyard garden is a leafy paradise, overlooked by a…
Buenos Aires
Behind an unmarked door on a residential block in Villa Crespo, a short stroll south of Palermo Soho, one of the city's cocktail institutions awaits. Come…
Buenos Aires
Dating back to 1884, this historic coffeehouse's stained-glass awnings, high ceilings and gilded details make it one of the most beautiful cafes in the…
Buenos Aires
Sip champagne and watch the sun go down over Buenos Aires from the terrace at the new 16th-floor bar and cafe at Palacio Barolo, one of Buenos Aires' top…
Buenos Aires
Come for a cappuccino, stay for a glass of champagne: this is the kind of cafe you could sit in all day. Conveniently located near the train station and…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Upscale restaurant-wine bar with low lighting, a stylish crowd, and a good selection of wines by the glass, fresh fruit cocktails and perfectly stirred…
Buenos Aires
On the 13th floor of hip Hotel Pulitzer, this after-work spot draws a mix of locals and travelers at sunset for cold drinks, chilled-out Bossanova and…
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires' oldest and most famous cafe, the Tortoni is so popular with foreigners that tourist crowds and inflated prices slightly detract from its…
Buenos Aires
This pub in Boedo was serving the needs of BA's beer lovers long before hip new craft-beer bars starting popping up across the city. It has one of BA's…
Buenos Aires
This beautifully restored historical bar feels like the well-kept secret of refined local gentlemen who gather here after work. A doorman welcomes guests…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
A Recoleta institution, this classic cafe has been serving the porteño elite since the 1950s. The outdoor front terrace is unbeatable for a coffee or beer…
Buenos Aires
Tea-lined wooden cabinets and spicy aromas welcome you to this cozy little sipping paradise. Opened in 1927, this tea shop and cafe was long known as El…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Six kinds of beer are brewed on the premises at this industrial-style microbrewery located opposite Recoleta Cemetery. If you can't choose between the…
Buenos Aires
Attracting a good share of BA’s tattooed youth, Bahrein is a hugely popular downtown club housed in an old bank (check out the ‘vault’ in the basement)…
Buenos Aires
Dating from 1894 and recently refurbished, this classic pool hall, cafe and bar is a nice stop on historic Av de Mayo, with sidewalk seating and an…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Join Recoleta's well-heeled residents for a cocktail beneath chandeliers in an elegant space that's fit for a president. Order from the extensive drinks…
Buenos Aires
Run by a friendly Englishman and his Russian partner, this gay bar is hetero-friendly, so everyone’s welcome to come on down. The basement space has a…
Buenos Aires
Surf the wave of BA's craft beer revolution at this small bar with an exposed brick, polished concrete and wooden interior. The 12 ales on tap are…
Buenos Aires
One of the city’s most historic cafes, La Puerto Rico has been serving espresso and cappuccino since 1887. Pope Francis used to come here for his morning…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Grab a cold beer and a bite on the terrace at this rustic but stylish spot near Recoleta's cemetery and the cultural center. With communal tables, comfort…
Buenos Aires
This traditional neighborhood cafe and bar has been serving the locals their morning cafe con leche (milky coffee) and afternoon beers since 1923. Inside…
Buenos Aires
The downtown branch of Buller Brewing Company is a popular spot for after-office beers (the main pub is in Recoleta). There are usually six beers on tap –…
Buenos Aires
This French-inspired downtown bar is popular at happy hour with young people who work in the neighborhood. Come on Tuesday evenings for Noche Francesa …
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
The luxurious polo-themed cocktail bar at the Four Seasons is an elegant stop for pre-dinner drinks or an indulgent nightcap. Sit back in a leather…
Buenos Aires
Long-running Amerika has a lot to offer: two music floors, one electronica and one Latina, barra libre (all-you-can-drink), huge video screens, stripper…
Buenos Aires
This fashionable, classy spot sets the mood for an evening out with open spaces, sophisticated lighting and plush sofas. Excellent cocktails. DJs play…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
This rooftop bar at the swanky Alvear Palace is a chic venue for a sunset cocktail or late-night drinks.
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
The Shamrock Basement is an unpretentious subterranean club known for its first-rate DJ lineups, pounding house music and diverse young crowd. Thanks to…
Buenos Aires
Usually full of businesspeople drinking coffee, this two-story cafe – now sporting modern touches such as glass walls and copper-covered columns – was…
Buenos Aires
This classy cafe has been serving java enthusiasts for over 50 years, and claims to have been the spot where Julio Cortázar wrote his first novel. Your…
Buenos Aires
Located in an old mansion is this popular Brazilian boliche (nightclub). On Saturday nights it gets packed with upbeat revelers moving to samba fusion,…
Buenos Aires
Popular Irish pub with a good whiskey and beer selection. Come early on weekdays if you want to score one of the cozy deep booths for easy conversation,…
Buenos Aires
This Irish pub serves a wide range of aged whiskeys, imported liquor, blended cocktails and a handful of beers.
