One of the hottest cocktail bars in Palermo with a revolving roster of local DJ's, dress to impress here. The mirrored walls and seventies decor ooze glamour, added by the novel casino chips used to pay for drinks.

The speakeasy trend has arrived in Buenos Aires and this is one of the best spots in Recoleta. From the outside it looks like a flower and wine shop; once inside, enter the bar through a refrigerator door. There are cocktails for every whim, so let the bartenders improvise something bespoke based on your chosen tipple.

Another speakeasy, you have to know a password to get in (clues are given every day on their Facebook page). Once inside, enter this 1920-style sweetheart through a phone booth. Frank’s has killer cocktails and is a great place to spend a weeknight – have the password ready because the doormen are very strict.

Buenos Aires’ hottest hotel was designed by Philippe Starck and the pool bar is an absolute must – don’t be intimidated by the giant crown, everyone is welcome. A good spot for after-dinner drinks, the bar has good music and a sophisticated international crowd.

If you want to have a real porteño experience, head here for ping pong and other games. Perfect for large, loud groups if you are willing to share beers and interact with locals.

An iconic bar located in the up-and-coming neighbourhood of Chacarita. Rock bands play in this bar a la calle (street bar) which occupies a unique spot in Buenos aires, thanks to its eclectic crowd.

Small and private, this is the trendiest club in Buenos Aires. It's all about who you know here, so to guarantee entry make sure to arrive before 2am or book a table. You don't want to be left outside.

Rehydrate at La Vermuteria after a hectic day in the markets of San Telmo. The classy bar is joined to San Juan Canteen and serves a stellar selection of Vermouth. Ask for the snacks menu and order some very tasty tapas.

Follow the decadent scent of flowers, pass by an overspill of bloomage and enter the subterranean Florería Atlántico. The restaurant, located in Recoleta, serves sharing plates but inventive cocktails are the real appeal, with a well-stocked, worldly selection of spirits on tap.

For ear-tingling drumming, check out La Bomba de Tiempo (Time Bomb) at Ciudad Cultural Konex. A small orchestra of 16 percussionists improvise their set, rallying onlookers take to the floor for some impromptu dancing. A great place to meet friends before dinner.