If you will be visiting Athens this summer, you don't have to stick to your favourite bars. Make new favourites. The Athens bar scene is constantly renewing itself, and every season brings new addresses that quickly become meeting points for those who love good cocktails, wine and aperitivo. Some are tucked away in quiet neighbourhoods, others bring the Italian spritz culture to the city centre, and others invest in properly executed classic drinks, without unnecessary flourishes.
1. Trio Bar & Lounge
In a quiet side street of Neos Kosmos, for a spicy Strawberry Margarita and an excellent Espresso Martini.
Sismani 18, Neos Kosmos, tel.: 210 9221154
2. Diethnes
A small spot spilling out onto the pedestrian street, for classic cocktails and alternative music selections.
Lefkosias 5, Plateia Amerikis, tel.: 211 4115251
3. Magdalena Aperitivo
The new spritzeria with a love for Italian cheeses and cold cuts.
Erifylis 1, Pangrati, tel.: 210 7226039
4. Lowkey
An all-day bar where in-house, on-tap classic cocktails and twisted classics stand out on the list.
Chalkidonos 3, Ambelokipi, tel.: 216 8092482
5. Una Mas
For classic cocktails, an excellent dry Martini, wine and tasty tapas.
Charitos 35, Kolonaki, tel.: 6942 706351
