Must-see nightlife in Palermo

  • Uptown

    Palermo

    Descend the graffiti-strewn stairwell and step aboard the carriage of an actual New York subway train to reach this cavernous underground space with DJs…

  • LAB

    Palermo

    They take coffee seriously at this industrial chic cafe and barista training center. Choose between Chemex, AeroPress, V60, Kalita, syphon or Clever…

  • Niceto Club

    Palermo

    One of the city’s biggest crowd-pullers, Niceto Club is a nightlife staple in Buenos Aires. On weekend nights, national and international spin masters…

  • Verne

    Palermo

    Potent classic cocktails with a twist – whipped up by one of BA's best bartenders, Fede Cuco – are the house specialty at this sultry bar on one of…

  • Frank’s

    Palermo

    This plush speakeasy requires a password (which you enter at a telephone booth near the door) to get in: follow the clues on the Facebook page. Inside, it…

  • On Tap

    Palermo

    This popular pub is a good place to get an overview of the Argentine beer scene: it has 20 nationally produced microbrews on tap, including IPAs, pilsners…

  • Benaim

    Palermo

    Order a pint of IPA or golden ale from the caravan bar and drink it under the fairy lights and hanging plants in Benaim's cool beer garden. There's also a…

  • Antares

    Palermo

    Craft beer may be all the rage in BA right now, but Antares has been brewing ales at its Mar del Plata factory since the current crop of beer-makers were…

  • Crobar

    Palermo

    Stylish and spacious Crobar remains one of Buenos Aires' most popular clubs. On one night, international DJs mash up the latest techno selections, another…

  • Kika

    Palermo

    Being supremely well located near the heart of Palermo’s bar scene makes Kika’s popular Tuesday-night ‘Hype’ easily accessible for those up for a party…

  • Suspiria Resplendoris

    Palermo

    Look for this classy cocktail joint behind an unmarked, art-deco-style door. Inspired by the film The Shining, inside the dimly-lit place is all mirrors…

  • Congo

    Palermo

    The highlight here is the beautiful back patio which comes into its own on hot summer nights, with its slick bar, leafy surroundings and comfy wood booths…

  • Home Hotel

    Palermo

    Some of Palermo’s best cocktails can be found at Home Hotel’s intimate bar-restaurant. During the day, relax in the grassy garden next to the slick…

  • Vive Café

    Palermo

    If you're fussy about coffee, head to Vive for your flat white or cold brew fix – it'll be made with quality Colombian beans and prepared with a smile by…

  • Lattente Espresso & Brew Bar

    Palermo

    Riding on BA’s java boom is this modern coffee shop serving house-roasted beans. Order your espresso, cappuccino, Americano or latte (via AeroPress or V60…

  • Boticario

    Palermo

    With walls draped in leafy vines and wooden shelves lined with glass bottles and jars, Boticario takes its inspiration from an old-time apothecary. The…

  • Post Street Bar

    Palermo

    Colorful stencils and murals cover the walls of this casual place, making it feel like you’re hanging out in a grungy, artsy squat. It might lack the…

  • Glam

    Palermo

    Housed in an old mansion with tall brick hallways, this maze-like gay club brings in a crowd of young, good-looking people.

  • Bach Bar

    Palermo

    This popular lesbian club hosts karaoke nights and raucous live drag shows on weekends.

  • Sitges

    Palermo

    One of BA's oldest gay clubs, with fun drag shows on Thursdays.

  • Carnal

    Palermo

    See and be seen on the rooftop terrace at this ever-popular watering hole – preferably with an icy vodka tonic in hand. With its bamboo lounges and…

  • Van Koning

    Palermo

    Wonderfully rustic spaces make this Dutch-themed pub feel like the inside of a boat; after all, it’s a 17th-century-style seafaring theme complete with…

  • Shanghai Dragon

    Palermo

    Corner pub with mellow vibe, sports on TV and vague Asian theme. Come for dinner if you want Chinese food such as vegetable stir-fries and Kung Pao…

  • Victoria Brown

    Palermo

    Secreted behind a large draped door inside a cute coffee shop, this atmospheric speakeasy lounge serves up quality cocktails. The industrial-style…

  • Antares

    Palermo

    Modern and spacious bar-restaurant named after its Mar del Plata–based brewery. Unsurprisingly, it’s best for its beer – try the seven-taste sampler (the…

  • Club Aráoz

    Palermo

    This multi-level club plays a mix of Latin, reggaeton and dance music and pulls in a young crowd. There’s no dress code – a good thing, since it tends to…