Presidente Bar
Presidente Bar is a Recoleta cocktail venue with proper craft cocktail program, formal aesthetic, and the refined atmosphere that defines the district. The setup runs polished cocktail bar format with appropriate pricing for the upscale Recoleta context.
Where to stay near Presidente Bar
Hotels close to Recoleta, Buenos Aires.
What to Expect
A polished Recoleta cocktail bar with proper craft program and refined atmosphere.
Polished Recoleta cocktail bar with refined service.
Jazz, lounge electronica kept low
Smart casual to dressy
Cocktail enthusiasts, date nights, and Recoleta visitors wanting polished drinking.
Cards (all major), cash (ARS), USD accepted
Price Range
Cocktails ARS 7,000-12,000, signatures ARS 10,000-15,000, small plates ARS 5,000-9,000
Cocktails ~$6-10/~5.50-9 EUR, signatures ~$8-13/~7-12 EUR
Hours
Tue-Sat 7 PM to 3 AM
Insider Tip
Reservations help on weekends. The signature menu rotates seasonally. The bartenders take recommendations seriously.
Full Review
Presidente Bar occupies a building in Recoleta with the layout running upscale cocktail bar format: a long bar counter, proper seating arrangements, dim lighting, and the kind of refined aesthetic that the Recoleta context demands. Capacity sits around 80-100 patrons.
The cocktail program runs proper drinks with bartenders working appropriate technique. The seasonal menu rotates with about 25-30 drinks including classics with refinements, original signatures, and a few non-alcoholic options. Quality is consistent and the bartenders explain choices willingly.
The pricing matches Recoleta's upscale position. Cocktails at ARS 7,000-12,000, signatures slightly higher. Small plates for sharing run ARS 5,000-9,000.
The atmosphere stays calm and conversation-focused throughout the evening. Music plays at low volume with jazz and lounge electronica dominating. The crowd is heavily Recoleta residents, hotel guests, and the older Buenos Aires social set. Service is polished and unhurried.
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. Presidente Bar sits in Recoleta among the 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
Av. Pres. Manuel Quintana 188, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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