During our trip to Buenos Aires, we were disappointed with how many of the highly rated cocktail bars were just not good.....like at all. The drinks were bad. The places were loud and the music was not cohesive to the ambiance. We luckily found the Harrison Speakeasy and we had such a wonderful time. It's open late and really gives the speakeasy vibes that so many "speakeasies" are lacking these days. The music was great. The DJ was very impressive and played a nice array of music. Seamlessly mixing old and new salsa and more. The drinks - we finally had some good drinks here! I was so happy after the previous bars we had been to. The only downside here was that we got there and were having such a good time, then it closed and we were left wanting more. It was such a nice time and I really appreciated the opportunity to visit during our trip! read more

The Harrison is a New York prohibition themed speakeasy tucked behind the Nicky NY sushi. To enter, you must walk through the restaurant and a server will take you behind the wine cellar and a "Time Machine". It was a bit funny seeing another country's interpretation of "American culture" but I think Harrison nailed it - from the New York newspaper menus to the classy interior to the expertly made cocktails. I could not decide on the cocktail menu, so the bartender asked me what my preferences were. She whipped up a mint banana drink and it was SO AMAZINGLY GOOD. Like one of the best cocktails of my life. AND it was only $6!! (Granted, all the cocktails in Buenos Aires are $6 USD) During my visit to Buenos Aires I also tried two of the "world's top 50" bars: Tres Monos and Floreria Atlantico. Honestly, I think Harrison has them both beat in terms of ambiance and beverage. Wonderful experience and I will definitely come back the next time I'm in town. read more

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So it's inside Nicky NY Sushi. We didn't have reservations and we didn't eat there either. We walked up and said we want in to Harrison's and they laughed at us. We were given a business card. And told make a reservation and come eat sushi. Lol!!!! Then the truth came out "we leave tomorrow, we're a crew with (bleep) airline and we were told you guys are legit." The guy looked at us and said hmmm please hold, checked with someone, and came back and said OK come this way. He led us through the sushi restaurant, then a hallway then we stopped in between a couple doors, the following door looked straight out of a submarine. We stopped in what looked like a foyer. We soon found out it was a foyer between two worlds the current time in Palermo, and The Harrison, New York 1930's. We walk in to the past to Nicky Harrison's speakeasy, where it's dimly lit. A charming waiter with the coolest mustache recommends a few libations and we transcend to a prohibition era were only a few know where to find booze. read more

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Good ambiance and nice jazz music. Drinks are nice but might have to come really late as it was rather empty at 10pm. read more

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To get to this speakeasy, you go thru the sushi restaurant and thru this submarine like door. It then opens up to large outdoor area then a smaller room with a bar and live music inside. It's interesting and makes for good ambience. Unfortunately, the drinks were just meh. I expected more considering the hype. The Lead to Saturn was a bit too sweet. The Nightshift was good due to the earl grey flavor, but the bourbon component didn't pack a punch. We were going to try more drinks but the service was also not great. We had to ask for water 3 times... and mind you, you pay for water so it was just annoying. Plus this is one of those places that always acts like they did you a favor by getting you in because they're "sooo busy" all the time, but we got that spiel and there were at least 6 tables around us that were empty. The hostess that gave us that talk was obviously just spouting off what they say to everyone and we rolled our eyes as we got sat outside with literally just 1 other couple and all the other tables were empty. Please. I know the story is Nicky Harrison was originally from NY and went to Argentina to open this place, but it's not a hotspot in Manhattan, so lose the attitude. read more

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Great drinks (very cool and unusual "glasses"!) and awesome ambience. A must-see in BA behind Nicki Sushi.

Kind of tacky. Pre-bottled cocktails, which was strange. Trying way too hard to be American.

There's nothing better than grabbing a creative and delicious cocktail. What makes it even better, is when you can walk up to the bar and have a very cool pair of bartenders give you suggestions on some of their favorites, or on drinks that fit your taste in booze. The Harrison tops off the list, with its true "secret" entrance through the restaurant in front. The staff walk you through and give you a brief history on who Harrison was, and how and why he is infamous (not gonna ruin it, you should just go yourself). From there, you can sit at a table, or at the bar. This was the best option, since many bars don't have seating in BS AS. The creative menu gives you many options to choose from, and the bartenders will also give you a hand. This is definitely a great place for a date, or an intimate conversation. Sure, come with a group, but it's not a loud place. read more

If you are even slightly interested in cocktails, Harrison's should be on your to do list. Like other speakeasy bars in BA, they also make you jump through hoops to get to the bar. There are basically two ways to get in: a) You're friends with someone who has a membership card or b) You have dinner at Nicky's NY sushi bar. After you finish your dinner, ask to visit the wine cellar. Tip: The sushi I had was ok, not great. I suggest you order something other than sushi, the grilled salmon with vegetables was looking good. The decoration in the bar was the best I've seen in BA. It really feels like you left Buenos Aires and went back to NY in the 20's during the prohibition era. I tried a bottled negroni and a 20's sazerac and both were amazing. If you can, I suggest sitting in the bar so you can watch bartenders Gon Cabado and Seba Garcia prepare the cocktails. read more

Adorable members only (or restaurant eaters') speakeasy. Bar flies are transported through a time machine and into the back of this place which features a fully decked out and lush bar from the 20's featuring artisanal cocktails and swing music. The menu is a newspaper... So rad!! Highly recommended. read more

Really cool speakeasy on par with speakeasy in the USA. Will recommend, usually they require you to eat before you are able to go to the speakeasy. read more

I have traveled the world for work and when I go somewhere I'm always looking for a cool probation era styled bar and this place wins for Argentina I was impressed and I go to a lot ! If you want to get right to Buisiness and get some proper cocktails by mixologist go here !!! read more

Very refine and classic spot. The cocktails were great and the vibe was very good. Excellent service as well.

Super fun and cool. The drinks were very good and well themed. My first speakeasy was a success . The bartenders were very skilled and gave good advice on the drinks. read more

Awesome speakeasy. The ambiance is fantastic and the entry is something to experience without a doubt. After some sub-par cocktail experiences at other bars, I ordered a boulevardier with Maker's Mark. I will admit, I was shocked that I was charged more for this classic cocktail than my friends were for the fancy cocktails on the menu. Nonetheless, the bar ware was really lovely and the cocktails were great. Highly recommend this place. Once criticism is that it was very noisy. I'm not a native Spanish speaker and it was a tough conversation. read more

Wow. Fun, awesome slice of the past. Amazing cocktails! This place is absolutely amazing. My go to drink there is off the menu. I always get a pisco sour with a chili in it. Soooooo gooood!!! read more

Incredible time Wednesday night. The most laidback and relaxed bar in Palermo. For US expats, it's a nice oasis. Drinks are slow. Kick back, relax, and enjoy the company you are with the drinks are worth the wait. Ask for the train drink for some fun. Old fashions are great. Every drink is made perfectly and with love. Pro tip, sit at the bar and watch in amazement. read more

I didn't know that "speakeasy" themed bars were becoming popular around the world until we went here and found out there are several in BA alone, since then I have been recommended to go to them in several other places, including Shanghai! We ate sushi in the restaurant that leads into this place first, and then had some drinks with friends at the bar, it was all quite nice, the music, the service, the decor. read more

This place was great. I absolutely loved the decor, and the drinks were delicious and unique. Even the menu was adorable. We were seated at a table with comfy chairs, and we had a great time. The waitress also spoke Enlgish, which is always helpful. :) read more