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The Bar in Front of the Bar

The Bar in Front of the Bar is a cocktail bar bar in Athens, Monastiraki. #2 Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026. Top 50 Bars Asia profiles address, hours, and how to visit.

  • Athens · Monastiraki
  • Cocktail Bar
  • #2 on our directory
  • Walk-in friendly for the street bar

About this bar

The Bar in Front of the Bar is a cocktail bar bar in Athens, Monastiraki. #2 Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026. Top 50 Bars Asia profiles address, hours, and how to visit. Our editorial team tracks menu changes, list positions, and reservation policy so you can plan a visit with current details.

What to expect at The Bar in Front of the Bar

The Bar in Front of the Bar is a cocktail bar room in Athens (Monastiraki). Expect a programme aligned with cocktail bar service: thoughtful glassware, a focused spirits list, and hospitality tuned to regulars and visiting bartenders alike. #2 Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026.

Signature cocktails and menu style

The drinks programme reflects cocktail bar craft. Ask bartenders for the signature serve or a seasonal highball on your first round.

How to visit The Bar in Front of the Bar in Athens

Find the bar at Petraki 1, Monastiraki, Athens, 105 63, Greece. Hours: Mon to Thu 15:00 to 02:00; Fri and Sat 15:00 to 03:00; Sun 17:00 to 02:00. Reservations: Walk-in friendly for the street bar; check the website for indoor booking options. Call +30 211 7352 018 for same-day enquiries.

Why The Bar in Front of the Bar belongs on the global bar map

#2 Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026. Judges and regulars cite consistency, room design, and a drinks programme that represents cocktail bar culture in Greece. We revisit after menu relaunches to keep this profile accurate.

The room in detail

Neighborhood
Monastiraki
Instagram
@the.bar.in.front.of.the.bar
Founders
Alexandros Tselepis, Konstantinos Theodorakopoulos, Simeon Papanikolaou
Opened
2021
Price
Mid-range (around €€ per cocktail)
Signature cocktails
C.R.E.A.M., San Michele, El Sitomate, Round the Corner Ice Cream, Kumquat Negroni, Bergamot Highball

Bar FAQ

Planning your visit

Do you need a reservation at The Bar in Front of the Bar in Athens?

Walk-in friendly for the street bar; check the website for indoor booking options

What is the dress code at The Bar in Front of the Bar?

The Bar in Front of the Bar expects smart casual dress typical of leading Athens cocktail rooms. Avoid sportswear; jackets are optional unless noted for hotel bars in Greece.

What should you order at The Bar in Front of the Bar?

Ask for the bartender's choice from the cocktail bar list, then explore seasonal signatures. The Bar in Front of the Bar programmes change regularly, so the best order is often the serve the team is most excited about that week.

Where does The Bar in Front of the Bar rank among Athens bars?

#2 Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026. Check the profile above for current hours, address, and booking links before you visit.

Contact

Planning your visit?

Open the bar website or call ahead using the details in the sidebar. For profile corrections, contact editorial.