Often listed by local barmen as their favourite cocktail bar, 878 retains its legendary status as one of the city's top drinking holes. Ring the bell at the...
Thames 878Real ale-lovers, rejoice: this place is a haven for beer fans craving a proper pint, and those with an adventurous nature that might even let them try...
Armenia 1447
Just off Plaza Dorrego, this hole-in-the-wall San Telmo institution is a little shipful of gritty porteno charm. Look for the winged torso in the window to...
Humberto 1° 463
Inside this century-old watering hole, a pale lemon hue is cast over the dusty bottles and etched walls, while tango crackles out over black-and-white...
Defensa 1098
A specialist in the fine art of beer (the bar brews its own, as well as selling some 40 variesties of national and imported beers), Breoghan is carving out...
Bolivar 860The outsized bar flanked by two flatscreen TVs fits in well with the modern decor of this restored French mansion, and it's a good spot to watch local...
Rodríquez Peña 1150Where's a girl to go when she just wants to have fun? Try this four-level house - named after Brandon Teena, the transgender teen played by Hilary Swank in...
Luís María Drago 236With a similar vibe to popular sports bar, El Alamo just up the road (Uruguay 1175, 4813 7324), Casabar fills up with expats, sports fans and young locals...
Rodriguez Pena 1150
For all the laid-back charm of the cosy brown and beige leather-clad interior, the true magic of Congo resides in its spot-lit summer garden, which ranks...
Honduras 5329
At this chic, Weimar Republic-style martini bar, the menu celebrates classic gin, vodka, and vermouth cocktails while adding distinctive South American...
Juan de Garay 500
Built in 1864, El Federal is one of BA's most historic bars. There's a standard set of coffees, beers and spirits and a long list of snacks and sandwiches -...
Carlos Calvo 599A good two years past its prime, Glam still packs lots of beautiful gay guys in on Thursdays (AR$25; AR$15 with a pass) and Saturdays (AR$30; AR$20 with a...
Cabrera 3046
An exclusive private lounge and club located on the Costanera, Jet Lounge has played host to some of BA's most exclusive events, including fashion parties,...
Avenida Costanera Rafael Obligado 4801
This two-floor bar with fluorescent panelling and cool crowd is a top spot to round off a classy binge, find last-minute love or play a game of pool.
Báez 340This spacious Polish-owned pub attracts Argentinians and foreigners with its drinks menu, reasonable prices and immediately obvious buena onda. The menu...
Venezuela 474