Pony Line
Pony Line is the Recoleta outpost of the polo-themed bar concept (with another location in Puerto Madero), running an Argentine polo-club aesthetic with proper cocktails and a refined atmosphere. The setup runs upscale Recoleta cocktail bar with the polo theming providing visual identity.
Where to stay near Pony Line
Hotels and rentals within walking distance.
What to Expect
A polo-themed Recoleta cocktail bar with proper drinks and refined Argentine social club atmosphere.
Polo-themed upscale cocktail bar with refined Argentine social club aesthetic.
Jazz, classical, lounge kept low
Smart casual to dressy
Polo enthusiasts, refined cocktail evenings, and Recoleta hotel guests.
Cards (all major), cash (ARS), USD accepted
Price Range
Cocktails ARS 7,000-12,000, wine ARS 8,000-18,000 per glass, snacks ARS 5,000-10,000
Cocktails ~$6-10/~5.50-9 EUR, wine ~$7-15/~6-13 EUR
Hours
Tue-Sat 6 PM to 2 AM
Insider Tip
The polo-themed signature cocktails are worth ordering for the experience. The wine list runs reasonable depth. Reservations help on weekends.
Full Review
Pony Line at Recoleta operates with the polo theme committed throughout the decor (polo equipment, equestrian imagery, club aesthetic) producing the distinctive identity. The layout runs upscale cocktail bar format with the polo theming providing visual differentiation from the broader Recoleta venues.
The cocktail program runs proper drinks at upscale Recoleta pricing. The polo-themed signature cocktails are the menu's distinctive feature, with preparations tied conceptually to polo culture. Pricing at ARS 7,000-12,000 sits at the upper Recoleta range.
The wine list and bar program follow the venue's upscale positioning. Argentine wines feature prominently alongside European selections. The crowd is heavily Recoleta residents, hotel guests, and the polo-following portion of the Buenos Aires social set.
The Neighborhood
Recoleta is Buenos Aires's most upscale residential and cultural district, with elegant streets, luxury hotels, and a curated bar scene that runs more polished and conservative than Palermo's energy. Pony Line sits in Recoleta among the upscale cocktail bar cluster.
Getting There
Metro D line to Pueyrredón or Agüero, then walking. Uber from Microcentro takes 15-20 minutes at ARS 2,000-3,500. The Recoleta cemetery, Plaza Francia, and the major museums anchor the district.
Address
Posadas 1086, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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