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- Miami Herald
This bar from Argentina was named one of the best in the world. Now it's open in Miami
One of South America's most famous bars has just opened its first U.S. location in Miami — in Wynwood, of course.
From Argentina comes Presidente Bar, from co-founders Sebastian Garcia and Christian Delpech, who opened the original bar inside a restored national heritage mansion in Buenos Aires in 2017.
The first Presidente, named one of the World's Best Bars in 2021, quickly became known for its immersive experiences and design and its creative cocktails. Its legend grew, soon drawing the rich and famous, including Lionel Messi, Maluma and members of Coldplay. Garcia and Delpech opened a second location at the San Isidro Racetrack in Argentina in 2023.
The U.S. was long in their sights. Garcia, who was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential Figures in the Cocktail Industry by Drinks International, said Miami's similarities to Buenos Aires made it the perfect spot to open a location.
'The city's energy reminds me of Buenos Aires — bold, inventive and full of soul,' he said. 'We're bringing that same spirit to Wynwood and look forward to serving cocktails that tell stories, creating spaces that spark emotion and sharing our deep love for hospitality.'
The Miami Presidente, located east of R House, has two distinct spaces. In the main room, which seats 100 guests, a large mural by Argentine artist Martin Ron dominates the landscape. Everything was made in Argentina, from the barware to the furnishings.
And there's a surprise inside: another hidden bar, La Biblioteca, which is found behind the velvet curtains and inspired by the backroom bar at the original Presidente. It's called La Biblioteca for a reason. There you'll find floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, high ceilings, chandeliers and mirrored floors — as well as premium liquors.
The cocktail menu includes classics and specialty drinks like the Un Beso Mas (Woodfood rye; Cynar, an Italian liqueur; vermouth and Tempus Fugit Cacao) and the Patagonia Fix (Grey Goose vodka; St. Germain; lime; mint and berries).
There's also the Mexpresso Martini with Patron Reposado and Borghetti (an Italian liqueur) and the Daiquirina, with Leblon cachaca (Brazilian white rum) and guajillo-chile de arbol syrup.
And should you be hungry, there's a food menu, too. Expect fare that pays homage to Argentine and Latin American culinary traditions: kale and spinach fritters with a smoky curry; causa topped with pulpo al oliver and huacaina; and wagyu sliders with a secret sauce. You'll also find mains like porcini ravioli in truffle mushroom sauce and Patagonian pink risotto with beet puree and red shrimp.
Presidente Bar also features a raw bar with sushi, ceviches, tartares and tiraditos, including hamachi, avocado and black quinoa or ceviche Presidente with yellowfin tuna and Spanish octopus.
Presidente Bar Miami
Where: 146 NW 28th St., Miami
Hours: 6 p.m.-3 a.m. Wednesday-Sunday
Reservations: OpenTable or 305-987-1267
