A reborn gem with cutting-edge cocktails & intriguing bites. Think science meets spirits in a cool bar setting.
This establishment, formerly known as Contra, has reinvented itself as Bar Contra, a vibrant cocktail bar with a focus on an a la carte menu. It's praised for its creative cocktails, with one user highlighting the 'Firefly Mule' as a standout drink, rating it a perfect 10/10. While some find the cocktails too dry and boozy, others celebrate the innovative, high-concept drinks crafted by Dave Arnold.
Bar Contra offers a New American a la carte menu, with a strong emphasis on innovative and expertly crafted cocktails. Dishes like the 'Strawberry/Potato sundae' have been specifically praised. While the cocktails are a major draw, some find them to be on the drier, boozier side.
"The 'Firefly Mule' cocktail has been highly praised, receiving a perfect rating. The 'Strawberry/Potato sundae' is also noted as a stellar dessert option."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards Bar Contra, particularly praising its innovative cocktails and unique food offerings. There's a notable appreciation for the creative drinks and the shift in focus from fine dining to a more bar-centric experience.
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One user found the cocktails to be too dry and boozy, suggesting this style might not appeal to everyone.
"The user praises the Strawberry/Potato sundae at Bar Contra as stellar."
Positive"The commenter was intrigued by Bar Contro and is considering it as an alternative to Amor y Amargo and PDT."
Neutral"This cocktail bar is suggested as a place that likely uses iSi canisters for infusions or foams, fitting the user's interest in unique beverage preparations."
Positive"This is listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"Bar Contra is mentioned as a potential food-oriented wine bar to visit depending on the mood and menu."
Neutral"The drinks at this lovely little spot were outstanding."
Positive"Bar Contra is amazing and everyone should try David Arnold's scientific and high-concept drinks."
Positive"Recommends adding Bar Contra to the list."
Positive"Bar Contra has cocktails by Dave Arnold, known for experimental techniques, but their style is too dry and boozy."
Negative"Bar Contra has great cocktails and cool food."
Positive"Corrects a previous statement about why Contra closed, mentioning it was more about a personal shift for the owners and that it is now happily open as Bar Contra."
Neutral"Clarifies that the former restaurant Contra has reopened as Bar Contra, shifting focus from fine dining to being a bar, though it still serves an a la carte menu."
Neutral"In a reply, a user notes that Contra seems to have closed."
Neutral"User suggests Contra as an alternative restaurant recommendation to the ones initially listed."
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