Quintana 420
Quintana 420 is a Recoleta cocktail bar with an art-deco aesthetic, proper craft cocktail program, and the polished atmosphere that defines the district. The name references the address (Avenida Quintana 420) where the venue sits.
Where to stay near Quintana 420
Hotels and rentals within walking distance.
What to Expect
An art-deco Recoleta cocktail bar with proper craft program and refined atmosphere.
Art-deco Recoleta cocktail bar with refined service.
Jazz, lounge electronica kept low
Smart casual to dressy
Cocktail enthusiasts, date nights, and Recoleta visitors seeking upscale drinking.
Cards, cash (ARS), USD accepted
Price Range
Cocktails ARS 7,000-12,000, signatures ARS 10,000-15,000, wine ARS 8,000-18,000 per glass
Cocktails ~$6-10/~5.50-9 EUR, signatures ~$8-13/~7-12 EUR
Hours
Tue-Sat 7 PM to 2 AM
Insider Tip
The art-deco interior is worth experiencing; arrive before peak hours for better appreciation. Reservations help on weekends.
Full Review
Quintana 420 occupies a building at the namesake address on Avenida Quintana in Recoleta. The interior commits to art-deco aesthetic: geometric patterns, brass and dark wood, mirrored fixtures, and the kind of 1920s-30s era visual identity that distinguishes it from the more contemporary Recoleta venues.
The cocktail program runs proper drinks at upscale Recoleta pricing. The seasonal menu rotates with about 25 drinks including classics with refinements, original signatures, and the art-deco-era classics that fit the venue's theme. Pricing at ARS 7,000-12,000 sits in the upper Recoleta range.
The atmosphere stays calm and conversation-focused throughout the evening. The art-deco interior provides visual interest beyond what most cocktail bars offer. Music plays at low volume with jazz and lounge electronica dominating. The crowd is heavily Recoleta residents and the older upscale Buenos Aires demographic.
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. Quintana 420 sits on Avenida Quintana in Recoleta.
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 420, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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