Salón 1923 is a rooftop bar and café on the 16th floor of Palacio Barolo, at Avenida de Mayo 1370 in central Buenos Aires. Come for wide views over the city, including the Congreso and Avenida de Mayo, and for the building’s 1920s-inspired interiors. The visit pairs drinks or gourmet tapas with a look at one of Buenos Aires’ landmark buildings. Chocolate mousse and Pavlova are among the dessert options, while the terrace is especially appealing around sunset.
A rooftop in Palacio Barolo
Salón 1923 occupies the 16th floor of Palacio Barolo, an emblematic building on Avenida de Mayo. The rooftop bar takes its name from the year the building was completed. Architect Mario Palanti designed Palacio Barolo with references to Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy, so the setting is part of the visit as well as the destination.
The experience begins in the building’s grand entrance hall, where staff in 1920s-style uniforms set the period mood. The rooftop combines drinks, café service and gourmet tapas, with views across central Buenos Aires. From above, you can pick out the Congreso, the Casa Rosada and the domes along Avenida de Mayo.
Terrace views and interiors
The rooftop is divided into three areas. Terrazzo Obelisco faces south, with the Obelisk and the distinctive Chalecito among the buildings along 9 de Julio Avenue. Spazio Interiore is an indoor room decorated in a 1920s style. Terrazzo Congreso looks toward the Congreso and is another place to take in the city from the rooftop.
Inside, circular windows recall the portholes of old luxury liners. Round tables and a large white marble bar complete the setting. The mix of indoor and terrace spaces gives you a choice between the period-style room and an open-air city view. Terrace space is limited, so booking ahead is useful if sitting outside matters to you.
Drinks, tapas and planning your visit
Order a cocktail and tapas, or stop for an afternoon drink and dessert. Burrata with arugula and sun-dried tomatoes is one of the specific dishes associated with the menu. Chocolate mousse and Pavlova are dessert choices; the drinks include mojitos and Aperol spritzes. The menu also includes charcuterie.
Bookings can include an upfront payment that covers your orders, with tapas and a cocktail included in the arrangement described for the venue. Check the terms for your reservation before arriving, since the visit has a time limit and additional orders count against your credit. Booking is particularly useful for sunset, when the changing light falls across the city. Allow for the final part of the route upstairs: the elevator goes to the 14th floor, followed by two flights of stairs.
FAQ
Where is Salón 1923?
It is on the 16th floor of Palacio Barolo at Avenida de Mayo 1370 in Buenos Aires.
Can you see the city from Salón 1923?
Yes. The rooftop looks across central Buenos Aires, including the Congreso, Avenida de Mayo and the Obelisk from the south-facing terrace.
Do you need to book Salón 1923?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for sunset or if you want a terrace spot.
Is there a time limit on visits?
The visit has a time limit. Check the terms of your booking, including how the upfront payment applies to your orders.
