On September 24, one of Buenos Aires’ most beloved and eagerly anticipated cultural events returns: the Night of the Notable Bars. And this year, 2026 , the night is even more special because the City Government recently designated 12 new historic bars in Buenos Aires to be added to the list.
Don’t wait until “Notable Bars Night” to discover the 12 new Buenos Aires street corners that are home to the 12 new notable bars in the City of Buenos Aires (CABA).
With the recent addition of 12 new small cafes, pastry shops, and taverns to the official catalog, Buenos Aires’ cultural heritage now totals 90 notable bars. Here’s a look at the new gems you need to check out.
What are the 12 new gems of Buenos Aires that have been added as Notable Bars of Buenos Aires?
Among the newly added bars , there’s something for everyone: from century-old mansions and bodegones filled with the aroma of homemade pasta to literary cafés and neighborhood hangouts:
- 👉Vía 71 (San Nicolás): famous since 1971 for its French-style bread sandwiches with prosciutto and its giant traditional Spanish omelets. 📍 Bar Vía 71: Viamonte 1771.
- 👉La Ópera (San Nicolás): opened in 1928 at the corner of Corrientes and Callao, where legend has it that a young Eva Perón had her first cup of tea upon arriving in the capital.📍 Confitería La Ópera: 1799 Corrientes Ave.
- 👉 La Escuela (Núñez): a living museum run by its owner, where you can find photos, Platense jerseys, and even Roberto “El Polaco” Goyeneche’s original bow tie. 📍 La Escuela Bar: Manuela Pedraza 2803.
- 👉Confitería El Greco (Caballito): founded in 1906 (originally as El Campidoglio), it was the setting for major political discussions and the place where the band Sui Generis first began to take shape. 📍 Confitería El Greco, 5353 Rivadavia Ave.
- 👉 Bar Portuario: a grand house from 1915 on the corner of Pinzón and Caboto (in the La Boca neighborhood) that serves as an independent cultural space hosting milongas, film screenings, and theater performances. 📍 Bar Portuario: 102 Pinzón.
- 👉Boca a Boca: Open since 1902, it retains its original counter, offers folklore classes, and serves delicious homemade pasta dishes. 📍 Boca a Boca: Av. Benito Pérez Galdós 207.
- 👉 Bar Conde (Colegiales): a historic store and bar dating back to 1902, featuring soaring ceilings and a genuine neighborhood vibe. 📍 Bar Conde: 3193 Federico Lacroze Ave.
- 👉Café Rivas (San Telmo): a grand house with wood paneling and a mezzanine on the historic corner of Estados Unidos and Bolívar. 📍 Café Rivas: 302 Estados Unidos.
- 👉La Orquídea (Almagro): a 1953 icon featuring filigree-patterned glass, linked to the history of the old Flower Market. 📍 La Orquídea: 4101 Corrientes Ave.
- 👉Café Cortázar (Palermo): a literary space in a mansion dating from 1889, entirely decorated and inspired by Cortázar’s novel *Rayuela*. 📍 Café Cortázar: José A. Cabrera 3797.
- 👉Josephina’s Café (Recoleta): a corner with a Parisian feel across from the Pedro Miguel Obligado square. 📍 Josephina’s Café: Guido 1532.
- 👉Plaza Café (Caballito): the neighborhood’s gathering spot across from Rivadavia Park. 📍 Plaza Café: 4720 Rivadavia Ave.
What’s in store for “Night of the Notable Bars” 2026
Mark your calendar: “Notable Bars Night” takes place on September 24 starting at 6:00 p.m. You’ll be able to discover these new notable bars and all 90 of them, distributed along pedestrian routes through different neighborhoods. Add to that live tango shows , artistic performances, and menus with special prices to celebrate the city’s culinary identity, and you’ve got the perfect September night in Buenos Aires.
👉 The Night of the Notable Bars 2026
📅 Date: September 24
