878 Bar
Villa Crespo, Buenos Aires
Bar in Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Why go
878 Bar is worth prioritizing if you want a Buenos Aires bar with credible wine depth rather than a generic cocktail stop. Its Star Wine List recognition and bar-award history make it a strong choice for dates or small groups, especially if one person wants wine while another wants a proper bar atmosphere.
About 878 Bar
Is 878 Bar worth considering in Buenos Aires? Yes: it is a Buenos Aires bar with a smart casual dress code and recognition from Top 500 Bars, World's 50 Best Bars, Star Wine List. For menu style, seating, service format, prices, hours, check directly before planning around it.
The clearest reasons to note it are its recognition profile: Top 500 Bars Best Bars ranked it #441 in 2025, World's 50 Best Bars listed it at #25 in 2011, Star Wine List recognized it in 2026. For broader planning, pair this page with our full Buenos Aires bars guide and our full Buenos Aires restaurants guide rather than treating it as a complete standalone plan.
Choose it for a recognized Buenos Aires bar, with smart casual expectations
The case for 878 Bar is strongest if you want a bar in Buenos Aires with international and wine-list recognition. Its dress code is smart casual, so it is better approached as a considered night out, with practical details checked in advance.
For travelers building a broader Buenos Aires itinerary, compare it with other named options only by what you already know you want from the night. Anchoita Cava, Vico, Naranjo, Pain et Vin, Café San Bernardo may suit different plans, while 878 Bar stands here on its recognition and smart casual dress code. Use our full Buenos Aires hotels guide, our full Buenos Aires experiences guide, our full Buenos Aires wineries guide if the night is part of a larger Argentina plan.
How to think about the wine angle
The wine-related signal is Star Wine List recognition in 2026. That supports treating 878 Bar as relevant for travelers who care about wine recognition. For specific bottles, producers, formats, prices, or service details, check the current list directly if those details will determine the visit.
The same caution applies to the rest of the experience. Check seating style, food offering, reservation policy, outdoor space, happy hour, group suitability before going. Use the awards and smart casual dress code as a starting point, then check practical details before going.
Quick read: choose 878 Bar if you want a recognized Buenos Aires bar with smart casual expectations; check current logistics directly before making it the anchor of a night.
Planning details
- Location
- Thames 878, C1414 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires
- Website
- 878bar.com.ar
- Phone
- +54 11 4773-1098
The take
The Take
The Vibe
878 Bar reads like a quietly influential local institution that opened before Villa Crespo became fashionable. It occupies a discreet street address and leans on professional credibility rather than press spectacle: a sommelier-and-designer partnership shapes both the drinks and the environment. The bar attracts people who work in hospitality and locals who prefer a steadier, less tourist-driven tempo. Rather than shout, it accumulates cultural gravity, producing an understated, charming place to drink where knowledge and taste are part of the atmosphere and the room feels like a neighbourhood secret that longtime residents quietly defend.
Best For
This is a bar for people who value provenance and an insider crowd. It works well for after-work drinks and casual group meetups among colleagues or friends who appreciate thoughtful beverages in a non‑touristy setting. Because much of its cachet comes from hospitality professionals and locals, it's a good fit for anyone seeking a considered cocktail experience without flash — visitors who want to experience Buenos Aires through a neighbourhood institution will find it especially rewarding. The setting encourages relaxed conversation and returning visits rather than one-off sightseeing stops.
Ordering Tips
Expect a carefully considered drink program informed by sommelier training and a strong design sense; the team’s professional credentials are highlighted in the write-up. Rather than relying on gimmicks, the bar has earned credibility among hospitality insiders, so lean on staff recommendations and ask what the bartenders are pouring that night. Keep requests open-ended — the point here is an informed, curated experience rather than predictable signature formulas — and be prepared to follow the team’s guidance for a drink that reflects their approach to the local cocktail scene.
Venue details
Ambiance
Dimly lit brick-laden ex-warehouse with a cool, trendy atmosphere, good music, and cozy seating.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Speakeasy
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Good Music with Live Djs on Some Nights
Signature Pours
Aged Negroni
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if 878 Bar is not the right fit
Pick Anchoita Cava if the group wants the night to lean more cellar-led than cocktail-bar-led. Pick Café San Bernardo if the priority is a casual Buenos Aires room with less pressure around the drink program.
Bar context
How 878 Bar compares in Buenos Aires
Choose 878 Bar over Café San Bernardo when the drink program matters more than casual old-school atmosphere. Café San Bernardo is the easier-feeling choice for a low-pressure hang; 878 Bar is the stronger pick when the night is built around serious drinking and a more polished bar mood.
For wine-first planning, compare it with Vico, Anchoita Cava, Naranjo, Pain et Vin. 878 Bar is the better choice when the group wants a bar setting with wine credibility; Anchoita Cava, Naranjo, Pain et Vin are more natural cross-shops when the night should feel closer to a wine-bar or restaurant-adjacent plan.
If booking friction is the deciding factor, keep alternatives ready. 878 Bar carries enough recognition to justify planning ahead, while the gives clearer fallback routes by mood: Vico for a wine-focused night, Café San Bernardo for a casual Buenos Aires feel, Anchoita Cava for a more cellar-led direction.
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Compare 878 Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 878 Bar | Buenos Aires | Top 500 Bars 2027 · #436Top 500 Bars 2026 · #441Star Wine Lists 20262011 World's 50 Best Bars · #25 |
| Vico | Buenos Aires | No published awards |
| Café San Bernardo | Buenos Aires | No published awards |
| Anchoita Cava | Buenos Aires | No published awards |
| Naranjo | Buenos Aires | No published awards |
| Pain et Vin | Buenos Aires | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 878 Bar good for a date?
For date-night details such as ambiance, seating, or noise level, check directly with the venue. 878 Bar is in Buenos Aires, has a smart casual dress code, has recognition including Top 500 Bars Best Bars #441 (2025), World's 50 Best Bars #25 (2011), and Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
Is 878 Bar good for groups?
For group logistics such as seating capacity or reservation policy, check directly with 878 Bar before going. Vico is another option to compare when planning a bar-led night.
Is the food good at 878 Bar?
For the current food offering or menu, check directly with 878 Bar. The stronger information is the bar's recognition, including Top 500 Bars Best Bars #441 (2025) and Star Wine List recognition in 2026. If food is the priority, Pain et Vin or Anchoita Cava may be worth comparing separately.
Does 878 Bar have happy hour deals?
For happy hour deals, promotions, or pricing, check directly before going. Plan from the basics: 878 Bar is in Buenos Aires, has a smart casual dress code, has bar and wine-list recognition.
Does 878 Bar have outdoor seating?
Do not assume patio or outdoor space is part of the experience; check directly with the venue if that matters. The reasons to note 878 Bar are its Buenos Aires location, smart casual dress code, recognition including World's 50 Best Bars #25 (2011).
Do I need a reservation at 878 Bar?
Before visiting, check directly with 878 Bar for current booking policy and timing. Its recognition includes Top 500 Bars Best Bars #441 (2025) and Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
