After dark · Buenos Aires, Argentina
15 Best Bars & Nightlife Spots in Buenos Aires
El Boleo/ Bar & grill leads the night. The rest of Buenos Aires's best pours follow, by real review volume.
Order reflects real review volume, out of 53 tracked Buenos Aires places. Refreshed monthly.
El Boleo/ Bar & grill
BarFree entryEl Boleo, located along the scenic Alicia Moreau de Justo Avenue in Buenos Aires, is a bustling bar and grill that has earned a stellar reputation with a 4.8 rating from over 33,000 reviews.
Read our full guide →Kraken bar
BarKraken bar is a vibrant and unique bar situated along the waterfront of Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires' most modern neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Casa Temple
BarFree entryCasa Temple is a dynamic bar located on Costa Rica Street in the heart of Palermo, Buenos Aires.
Read our full guide →La Puerta Roja
BarLa Puerta Roja is a quintessential Buenos Aires speakeasy, tucked away on Chacabuco Street in the historic San Telmo neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Trade Sky Bar
BarPerched on the 19th floor of a building on Avenida Corrientes, Trade Sky Bar is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a memorable night out in Buenos Aires.
Read our full guide →The Hole Bar - Alcatraz Speakeasy Hidden Bar
BarFree entryThe Hole Bar - Alcatraz Speakeasy Hidden Bar is a clandestine cocktail experience tucked away on Armenia Street in Palermo.
Read our full guide →Behind Bar
BarBehind Bar in Buenos Aires is a hidden gem in the Palermo neighborhood, offering a speakeasy experience with a modern twist.
Read our full guide →Rey de Copas
BarFree entryRey de Copas is a popular bar located in the heart of Buenos Aires' trendy Palermo Soho district.
Read our full guide →Presidente Bar
BarPresidente Bar is a refined cocktail lounge situated on Avenida Presidente Manuel Quintana in the upscale Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires.
Read our full guide →Piso 15 Sky Bar by Vuelta Abajo Social Club
BarPiso 15 Sky Bar is a sophisticated open-air lounge perched on the 15th floor of a building on Buenos Aires' iconic Avenida Corrientes.
Read our full guide →Bar 878
BarFree entryBar 878 occupies a charming house in Buenos Aires' Palermo Soho neighborhood, exuding a bohemian, artsy spirit.
Read our full guide →Victoria Brown Bar
BarFree entryVictoria Brown Bar is a vibrant cocktail bar located in Buenos Aires' trendy Palermo neighborhood.
Read our full guide →BrukBar Buenos Aires
BarBrukBar Buenos Aires is a hidden gem in the Palermo Hollywood district, known for its speakeasy vibe and innovative cocktail menu.
Read our full guide →Backroom Bar
BarBackroom Bar is a speakeasy-style bar tucked away in the trendy Palermo Soho neighborhood of Buenos Aires.
Read our full guide →Verne Club
BarVerne Club is a cocktail bar located in the Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires, named after the famous author Jules Verne.
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How we pick these
Bars, pubs and nightlife in Buenos Aires ranked by how highly people rate them, drawn from the 53 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Most bars in Buenos Aires fill up later in the evening rather than right after work.
A few rooftop and cocktail spots have a smart-casual door policy.
Check the last metro or line up a ride before a late night out.
Common questions
Where is the nightlife in Buenos Aires?+
This list ranks the best-rated bars and nightlife spots in Buenos Aires so you can find the right area for the night you want.
What time do bars close in Buenos Aires?+
Closing times vary by venue and neighborhood; late-night spots are noted where we have hours.
Is Buenos Aires good for a night out?+
Yes — from relaxed pubs to late bars, the highest-rated options are all here.
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