Innovative cocktails from experimental techniques meet creative dishes in a bar-forward setting. A must-try for adventurous palates.
Formerly known as Contra, this establishment has rebranded as Bar Contra, shifting its focus to a more bar-centric experience while still offering an a la carte menu. It's recognized for its exceptional cocktails, with some noting the involvement of Dave Arnold, known for experimental techniques. While the drinks are often praised for their creativity and quality, some find the style to be on the drier, boozier side.
Bar Contra offers a New American menu with a strong emphasis on its cocktail program, which is noted for experimental techniques. While cocktails receive high praise, including specific mentions of the 'Firefly Mule' and a 'Strawberry/Potato sundae' being stellar, some find the overall style to be dry and boozy.
"The 'Firefly Mule' cocktail and the 'Strawberry/Potato sundae' have been specifically highlighted as outstanding and stellar menu items."
Customers generally praise the creative and expertly crafted cocktails, with some highlighting the unique and 'cool' food offerings. There's a general positive sentiment around the bar's atmosphere and beverage program.
Important Note
One user found the cocktail style to be too dry and boozy. It has also been noted that the restaurant has undergone a transformation from its previous fine-dining iteration.
"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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