A “contemporary European gastronomic bar”, this place serves brunch in the mid-morning and a great selection of sexy cocktails at night. With a recently renovated space and cocktail menu, this elegant bar near Syntagma Square especially draws a chic after-work crowd.
Style / Décor: Like its cocktail menu, the décor leans toward classical elegance. A shiny wooden bar and polished wooden floors, modern versions of classic items like chandeliers and leather stools and gilded gold-framed mirrors create an ambience of old fashioned opulence and contemporary urban charm at once.
What makes it special? This bar prides itself on its cocktails. The ways in which they are mixed, the ingredients they contain, and the way classic recipes are given a unique twist or completely creative drinks are there for hours of tasting, are characteristic elements here. Release the Kraken, with rum, spicy mango chutney and lime or Liza Banana ball with Metaxa 12 stars, roasted coffee, pineapple, banana essence, kaffir lime leaves and peanut butter powder are just two examples of the bar’s original take on drinks. For something almost completely Greek, try Mastiqua with Skinos mastic liqueur, chia seeds, tahini, bergamot, agave syrup with Saffron from Kozani, Greek coffee powder and orange aroma.
When to go: Any time of the day, depending on whether you’re more hungry or thirsty. Apart from its brunch menu, 42 Barstronomy serves a delicious choice of salads, risottos and Bao buns. At the bar you can accompany your drink with a great and mouthwatering choice of ‘bar bites’ that include mac and cheese croquettes, tempura shrimps, beef tartare and truffle chips.
Tip: The bar also has a private room, the Angus Hudson Butler’s Lounge, complete with Persian carpet, chess table and Chesterfield sofa, which needs to be booked in advance.
Location: Kolokotroni 42, Syntagma
