Baba au Rum

"Visiting Baba au Rum in Athens—ranked the #25 bar in the world in 2024—was an unforgettable experience. I had heard amazing things about this place, but being there in person genuinely exceeded all expectations. The moment I walked in, the atmosphere pulled me in: warm lights, a stylish yet relaxed vibe, and a crowd that clearly knew they were in one of the best cocktail spots on the planet.

The service was on point from the start. The team really knows their craft and makes you feel welcome without being overwhelming. But of course, the highlight of the night was the cocktails. Every drink looked like a work of art and tasted even better.

The standout for me was the Baba’s Zombie. I’ve tried a lot of tiki-style cocktails, but this one was on a completely different level. Perfectly balanced, strong without being harsh, and packed with layers of flavor that kept evolving with every sip. It’s the kind of drink that makes you stop for a moment just to appreciate how well it’s made.

Overall, Baba au Rum is a must-visit if you’re in Athens. Whether you’re into creative cocktails or just want a memorable night out, this place delivers. I left already wanting to go back."

Miguel Reina

"Summary: inconsistent quality of cocktails & bad service with attitude. No need to come here for rum cocktails if you’re from the US or Latin America.

Edit: read the reply by the owner down below. This shows you what type of business this is and how nonchalant they are - threatening customers for honest reviews. I’m attaching video and photo taken from last night to prove I was there. I have taken proof of the threat and reserve any further rights.

Went here because of the Top 50 ranking. The bar is cute and has a throwback vibe with a live DJ. The experience turned south quickly when I got my first highball which was flat, as I observed the bartender use an opened bottle of sparkling water. Who knows how long it’d been sitting there, and for €12 I’d expect a good drink.

From there, the waitress in all blue denim outfit took my drink AND my water before I had finished. She was so busy hanging out with her coworkers and drinking behind the bar, I doubt she was fully functional. She was also rude when I told her about my drink, and said she was only responsible for cleaning the table. To get my drink back, I’d need to talk to the server or the bartender.

The whole thing took about 20 min to resolve as they kept ignoring me and serving their friends at the bar. I had to flag down a poor server, who finally brought me my drink. The last straw was when they brought me a new highball, this time it was completely flat and so strong with the whiskey that it wasn’t really a cocktail at all."

Skip Fu

"Nice bar! The 50BestBar 2024 list was not wrong. Amazing drinks and atmosphere. Service lacks a bit of attentiveness but is hard to have it all. Its rum’s list is extensively amazing but we were there for the cocktails that do not defraud. No food in the bar but seems to be that they own the property across the street and you may have it… I went for the drinks and got more than enough. Although we spent more than 60€ per person we had several drinks each of us. And the unitary price is fair and you get great quality for your money."

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