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Just think about it, dude, secret bars! Having fun is cool, but having fun in secret from the rest of the world, in the company of a select few, is twice as cool! Of course, there is some strangeness in this idea, but you must agree: there is something special about the prospect of drinking in a place about which most of I've never heard people in my life. America is full of bars like this. Maybe they will soon start appearing in Russia too. Or they have already appeared, but we don’t know!

1. Please, Don’t Tell (Please don’t tell anyone), New York

The most famous of the secret bars, if you can even call it that. You can reserve seats here, but only on the same day, starting at three o'clock in the afternoon. Getting in isn't easy either: the entrance is in a phone booth behind the hot dog stand. You need to turn the dial on the phone and it will open for you. The drinks are also interesting, some are old fashioned and some are new fashioned with bacon.

2. Noble Experiment, San Diego

You can get here through a bar with craft beer: like this, from one bar straight to another. However, if you suddenly want cocktails and can reserve a place, just click on the wall with kegs in the toilet (it really looks like old empty kegs) and a small passage will open in front of you. A giant room with skulls will open in front of you, and with it some solid drinks. The best choice here you can rely on bartenders who can invent a new drink right before your eyes.

3. The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co. (Franklin Mortgage and Investment Company), Philadelphia

It's not that easy to say. They say they make the best cocktails in all of Philadelphia. The poorly lit rooms are reminiscent of the days of Prohibition - most likely, this is what the establishments where illegally sold alcoholic beverages looked like. Everything is American, no vodka-based cocktails.

4. Wilson & Wilson Private Detective Agency (Detective Agency Wilson and Wilson), San Francisco

This agency is very bad at finding criminals, but fortunately they are great at mixing drinks. In that secret place you will be given an incredibly tasty and drunken drink. The menu is made in the form of a criminal case, and you can choose anything from it - a little predictable move, but still fits into the surroundings.

5. Williams & Graham (Williams and Graham), Denver

A classic secret door in the form of a bookcase leads here. The bar prepares cocktails based on seasonal fruits and vegetables, and they turn out truly unimaginable and even kind of crazy. They also have an outstanding jug, perfect for washing down their weird drinks. This is what ingenuity means!

6. Maria’s Packaged Goods & Community Bar, Chicago

There is nothing written on the door of this bar, but it is located in a small store alcoholic drinks. Surprisingly, behind such an unremarkable appearance lies one of the best bars in Chicago! Another atypical point: mixed drinks are not at all important here. main role, although they are also excellent. But there is a mind-blowing selection of drafts here! If you are a fan of craft beer, you will definitely appreciate this place.

7. The Gibson, Washington

There is absolutely nothing written on the door of this secret bar either, and it can easily be confused with residential building. The atmosphere is indescribable. It's like stepping back into the twenties with incredible modern drinks. It's dark, quiet and peaceful - definitely worth booking a place for yourself.

8. Death + Company (Death and Company), New York

You can love this bar not only for its name, but also for its special mood. The music is cool and always very appropriate (for example, the same David Bowie), the curtains and lighting set you in a mystical mood, and you literally feel like you are in a different era. The menu seems to have been bitten a little - by whom do you think?

9. Blind Barber (Blind Barber), Los Angeles and New York

If a place with that name were not a secret bar, it is unlikely that anyone would ever want to visit it. You get into it by going into the main entrance of the hairdresser and going through the secret door right behind the drain into which hair is swept in the front room. The drinks have extravagant names: “Batman”, “Smoke and Dagger” - they sound devilishly delicious, and you don’t have to be a fool to try them.

10. RH, Alexandria

Look at this unremarkable door next to the blue lantern. Is the lantern on? So the door is open! Inside you will find a quiet place in a classic style, where you can spend a relaxing evening. The drinks are mixed with house-made bitters and juices, everyone is dressed impeccably and everything that goes into your mouth is delicious and fresh.

We present a list of bars named the best in 2014 according to Drinks International Magazine. Looking ahead, I would like to note that those who are going on vacation to London and New York are the luckiest of all.

ARTESIAN

London

Artesian, located in the Langham Hotel in London, has been named top bar in The World's 50 Best Bar Awards for the third year in a row. Currently, the Czech bartender who mixes cocktails for Artesian visitors is one of the top bartenders in the UK.

The menu in the establishment changes every year - just like the collections in fashion houses. The cocktail menu, titled Unfolding and Exploring, allows guests to experience new experiences and explore unusual ingredients. Expect the unexpected, bartenders advise, and suggest trying drinks with intricate names - Vodkatini Waiting To Become A Manhattan, Instant Crush, Weekend Lover and other.

Address: 1C Portland Place, Regent Street

THE DEAD RABBIT GROCERY & GROG

NY

Named after the notorious Irish-American gang that operated in the mid-19th century, Dead Rabbit offers a casual, bustling, friendly atmosphere for socializing with friends, snacks and light drinks on the first floor and an intimate and cozy place for romantic meetings on the second.

The bar is located in the financial district in Manhattan, and by six o'clock in the evening it is impossible to crowd here - clerks who have finished their work day occupy almost all the seats in the establishment.

Address: 30 Water Street

NIGHTJAR

London

The small bar is tucked away in the alleys near Old Street Station, which adds to its charm, making it feel like it's a secret insider's place. With dim lighting, live music, a warm welcoming atmosphere and creative cocktails, the venue is hugely popular with locals and savvy tourists alike, so booking in advance is essential.

Address: 129 City Road

ATTABOY

NY

A secret place for lovers of an exciting atmosphere. When you arrive at the address, look for a black door with an “AB” sign, knock, and someone will definitely open it for you.

There is no cocktail menu, but any visitor can simply describe to the bartender his preferences and tell him what alcohol he usually chooses, and he will create his own variation of the drink personally for you.

Address: 134 Eldridge Street, Lower East Side

EMPLOYEES ONLY

NY

To enter the bar called “Employees Only,” you need to follow the neon sign of an establishment offering fortune telling by cards. Inside, there's an intimate atmosphere, a huge cocktail list and a killer menu of appetizers and dishes for a full dinner. Table reservations are highly recommended.

Address: 510 Hudson Street

CANON

Seattle

In Seattle, you can prepare any cocktail in the world - the collection of alcohol at the Canon Bar is impressive even for those who have tried a lot. Bartenders work with unexpected ingredients, drawing the attention of visitors to the work process behind the bar.

Address: 928 12th Ave

THE BAXTER INN

Sydney

Information about this bar is passed on by word of mouth. It is very difficult to find without knowing the exact signs, such as the presence in an empty alley of a friendly “bouncer” who will kindly show the way to the establishment through a nondescript door. Visitors will find an incredible atmosphere of a secret bar, illuminated by candles, and very beautiful cocktails, the preparation of which guests watch as if hypnotized.

Address: 152-156 Clarence Street

AMERICAN BAR

London

The American bar at London's Savoy Hotel has been serving customers for 125 years. People drank here even when the Eiffel Tower was being built, and there were no famous double-decker buses in the capital of Great Britain. This is the place where cocktails were invented that later became famous throughout the world. And this is where you can try the most expensive cocktail in the world, costing £5,000.

Address: The Savoy, The Strand, Charing Cross / Trafalgar Square

HIGH FIVE

Tokyo

Such a variety of alcoholic cocktails as in the tiny High Five bar cannot be found even in ten establishments. However, there is no cocktail menu here - the bartenders simply recommend drinks to their guests with telepathic precision, making them from some magical ingredients. The presentation of cocktails is also beyond praise: each new serving becomes a star on social networks.

Address: 4th Floor, 26 Polestar Building, 7-2-14 Ginza

28 HONGKONG STREET

Singapore

Bar 28 HKS is located on a dark, quiet street, behind a simple wooden door with no sign, but it is very easy to find this establishment as there are always a lot of people nearby. There is a fairly large cocktail menu here, and if a guest cannot decide on a choice, he will certainly be offered small alcoholic samples.

Address: 28 Hong Kong Street

Today the winner of the Diageo Reserve World Class Barman Competition, a kind of “Oscar” for bartenders, became known. The winner of the competition was the Spaniard David Rios, thereby giving a wonderful occasion to remember the best bars on our planet.

The Jigger Cocktail, Bilbao, Spain

The bar where the winner of the competition works was still little known outside the old Catalan city - it was not included in critics' ratings, and did not receive any titles or regalia. But now, I think, everything will change - the victory of David Rios with his signature cocktail will clearly attract people who want to try the drink to The Jigger Cocktail. True, it seems that visitors and critics will have to be content with it, prepared by other bartenders of the establishment - the master will spend the next year on internships in all parts of the world. "

Arrigo Cipriani Harry's Bar, Venice, Italy

The famous Venetian establishment has not appeared in various ratings for a long time, which does not in any way affect its attractiveness. Founded in 1931 by bartender Giuseppe Cipriani, the place was frequented by Ernest Hemingway (he often mentioned this bar in the novel “Across the River, in the Shade of the Trees”), Truman Capote, Alfred Hitchcock, Woody Allen, Charlie Chaplin, Orson Welles, so why wouldn't you love it too?

Employees Only, New York, USA

Hidden from prying eyes behind shuttered windows and an inexpressive green canopy, the bar has more than once been recognized by critics as one of the best cocktail establishments in the world. The small space of Employees Only is almost always filled to capacity with people wanting to spend time in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

Dry Martini Bar, Barcelona, ​​Spain

Considered one of the best bars in the world, the Catalan establishment likes to boast of the complete absence of a menu - all drinks here are prepared individually, completely corresponding to the client’s wishes. And, if the latter gets confused in his preferences, the most experienced staff will always recommend something suitable.

Bramble Bar & Lounge, Edinburgh, Scotland

Bearing the name of the famous cocktail for which it is famous, the famous bar is neatly hidden in one of the basements of New Town. Considered the best in Scotland, not only in terms of the friendliness and professionalism of the staff, who prepare stunning cocktails, but also in terms of complete immersion in the local atmosphere.

American Bar at the Savoy, London, UK

The famous bar in London's Savoy Hotel, combining the style of both American cocktail establishments and the British Teddy aristocracy familiar from the films about the misadventures of James Bond. Founded in 1930, the establishment boasts 750 drink recipes from Harry Craddock and Peter Dorelli, American jazz in the lounge and luxurious surroundings.

Pegu Club, New York, USA

A cult establishment in Soho, despite its popularity among locals and visitors, combined with high quality services, boasts its availability. It's no joke, but even on a Friday night in this famous bar you can easily find a place even without prior reservation, which, in fact, is recommended for everyone planning to visit New York.

Black Pearl, Melbourne, Australia

Another Australian establishment that attracts visitors with its extensive and varied cocktail menu, compiled by one of the best barmaids in the world - Natasha Kont. “Black Pearl” fully lives up to its name - it is truly a pearl in the bar necklace of the world, which is confirmed by favorable reviews from critics and guests.

Harry's New York Bar, Paris, France

Despite its name, the next “Harry” in the selection is located in French capital. Moreover, it is a kind of memorable center of American intellectual and creative life in Paris - a wonderful atmosphere, almost bohemian service and an excellent cocktail menu will make a visit to this bar no less impressive than a visit to the Louvre or the Eiffel Tower.

Drink, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

A modestly hidden place in a small basement without flashy signs, it’s easy to pass by and not notice the main drinking establishment of American Boston. Awarded with various professional regalia and titles, the bar has a simple, friendly atmosphere, and is also said to serve Nick “The Great Gatsby” Carraway’s favorite drink.

69 Colebrooke Row, London, UK

It is no coincidence that the bar, designed in the style of the twenties of the last century, is lost somewhere in the gateways of Islington - although the most iconic establishment in the British capital welcomes guests, it considers it beneath its dignity to lure them with bright signs and themed parties. And rightly so, 69 Colebrooke Row does a much better job of enticing you with great cocktails and ascetic jazz. By the way, if you ever plan to visit it, be sure to reserve a place - there are only three dozen of them and free tables are very rare here.

PDT, New York, USA

The name of the legendary New York bar, favored by critics, is an abbreviation of the phrase “Please Don't Tell.” Unique place, designed by Brian Shebairo, fully lives up to its name - this establishment is not talked about. You can get to the city's most secret bar through the Crif Dogs diner, where you dial the number "one" on the machine in a wooden telephone booth - and, voila, you are welcome, if, of course, you bothered to call in advance and reserve a place.

Dining out is not just a matter of eating and being satiated. This can be a real adventure. Some restaurants offer gourmet cuisine, incredible views and amazing atmosphere - and people will fly to the ends of the earth just to dine there.

From a snowy village in Finland to an underwater restaurant in the Maldives, BigPiccha takes you on a virtual tour of 40 of the world's best must-try restaurants. Let's pack our bags and... bon appetit!

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1. Al Mahara is located in the luxurious Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai and boasts the best seafood in the city. The restaurant's golden arch leads into the dining room, which is built around a stunning aquarium, so guests can admire the sharks, rays and other underwater creatures swimming by.

2. Moscow restaurant "White Rabbit" offers not only amazing cuisine, but also amazing views from the 16th floor. This year the restaurant was ranked 23rd on the list of the best in the world.

3. Well, first place on the list best restaurants world this year was taken by El Celler de Can Roca, which is located in spanish city Girona. It is run by the three Roca brothers, who form a stunning restaurant trio: head chef, pastry chef and sommelier.

4. Peter Luger has been operating in New York since the late 19th century. This Brooklyn restaurant (which has one Michelin star) serves traditional steaks in a casual, brasserie setting. By the way, they still only accept cash here.

5. The menu at Can Majó, a beachfront restaurant in Barcelona, ​​is full of fresh seafood dishes, including the Spanish favorite paella: saffron-tinted rice with seafood and chorizo.

7. Tokyo sushi restaurant Sukiyabashi Jirō gained popularity after being featured in the documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi, and after US President Barack Obama dined there with the Japanese Prime Minister. Lunch at this three-star Michelin restaurant (which, by the way, is located in the basement of an office building) lasts only 30 minutes and costs no more than $300. The sushi is prepared by the chef, and here they are the freshest.

8. Perched on a clifftop overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Sierra Mar in Big Sur, California, offers stunning ocean views through huge floor-to-ceiling windows and one of the world's best wine lists.

10. Restaurant Ithaa is considered the world's first underwater restaurant. It is located at a depth of 4 meters on Rangali Island, which is part of Maldives. Guests of this unusual establishment are surrounded by coral gardens and local exotic inhabitants of the deep waters.

13. Restaurant Per Se is called the New York version of The French Laundry, which is located in California's Napa Valley. It is part of chef Thomas Keller's famous restaurant group. The three-Michelin-starred establishment uses French cooking methods and features a nine-course tasting menu and a nine-course vegetarian menu that changes daily.

14. Gaggan Restaurant in Bangkok serves innovative Indian cuisine, earning it the 10th spot on this year's list of the world's best restaurants.

15. In the snowy village of Lainio in Finland there is not only a snow hotel, but also a snow restaurant. Every year it is built from 20 million kilograms of snow and 350,000 kilograms of ice. Traditional local dishes are served here, and the temperature inside is always maintained between -2 and -5 °C, so it's worth dressing warmly.

16. Aziamendi is located on the beautiful shores of Natai Beach in Phuket, Thailand. It is run by Spain's youngest three Michelin star chef, Eneko Atcha. The menu features a fusion of Spanish, Basque and Thai cuisines.

17. Mi Casa - one of the best Spanish restaurants in Puerto Rico - is located inside the Ritz Carlton Reserve resort, on stunning Dorado Beach. The menu includes new versions of such classic dishes as asapao and lecho.

18. At Brooklyn Fare, the only three Michelin star restaurant in Brooklyn, guests sit on chairs around the chef's table. The restaurant takes inspiration from Japanese and French cuisines, so they serve mostly seafood here.

19. Perhaps no view compares to that from the La Chèvre d’Or restaurant in Eze, France, a city that lies between Nice and Monaco on the French Riviera. The restaurant is part of a charming hotel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

20. If you are looking for a remote and the most traditional restaurant, then Fäviken is what you need. Ranked 25th on this year's list of the world's best restaurants, the establishment is housed in an 18th-century barn in the northern Swedish town of Järpen and seats only 12 guests.

21. Temple Restaurant Beijing, with its European cuisine and Australian architecture, is one of the best in China, partly because it is located in a former Tibetan temple.

22. Perlan in Reykjavik is a revolving restaurant that rotates every two hours, giving guests the opportunity to see the city while enjoying gourmet lobster or foie gras dishes.

24. L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele may seem like a hole in the wall, but it's been serving traditional Neapolitan pizza since 1906. The pizzeria only has two types of pizza - Marinara and Margherita, because the original owner believed that there was no need to clutter the pizza with anything else.

25. Restaurant Alain Ducasse, with three Michelin stars, is located at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée in Paris and boasts ultra-modern and luxurious interiors and a haute cuisine menu. The main delicacies of the restaurant are fish dishes.

26. Last year, Central Restaurant in Lima, Peru was ranked #1 on the Best Restaurants list. Latin America, and this year became fourth in the list of the best restaurants in the world. The establishment boasts an urban garden, its own filtration system and locally sourced ingredients.

27. Another Thomas Keller restaurant (three Michelin stars) is the French Laundry, which serves the best French cuisine in the excellent atmosphere of Yountville, a town in California's Napa Valley.

28. Sawada Restaurant in Tokyo is the best omakase establishment (where the chef chooses what you will eat). This small establishment can only accommodate six guests at a time, about three hours are allotted for food, and the prices, it must be said, are serious - starting from $270. But the sushi here is incredibly fresh - worth all of the above.

29. Open kitchen at the Test Kitchen restaurant in Cape Town, South Africa, allows guests to enjoy their food while watching the chefs at work. This year the restaurant was ranked 28th on the list of the best in the world.

30. Some of the most ordered dishes at L’Atelier Saint Germain de Joël Robuchon in Paris are steak, lamb ribs and foie gras. This two Michelin starred restaurant also gives guests the opportunity to watch their food being prepared.

32. Bern's Steak House in Tampa started as a buffet in 1953 but eventually grew into an eight-room restaurant with a dessert room. Bern, who opened this restaurant with his wife Hertha, is no longer in this world, but his sons run the establishment.

33. The main detail of the Sibilla Ristorante is its location. This Italian miracle is located in Italian city Tivoli, at the base of two ancient Roman temples. What could be more delicious than enjoying Italian food among ruins?

34. The main highlight of Cabaña Las Lilas in Buenos Aires, Argentina is Argentinean meat and Brazilian comfort and hospitality. An ideal place for meat lovers - chicken, veal and pork.

35. The cuisine at the Ezard restaurant is described as “Australian freestyle”. This restaurant, located in the basement of one of the buildings in Melbourne, serves excellent seafood dishes.

36. Osteria Francescana is owned and operated by Italian chef Massimo Bottura, who returned to hometown Modena in Italy to open a restaurant. Not only is it a three-star Michelin establishment, it is also the No. 1 restaurant in Italy and the runner-up on this year's list of the world's best restaurants.

37. Although Madrid's La Castela has now become a tapas bar, it still has the atmosphere of a traditional Madrid tavern: marble, mirrors, pewter bar counter and molded shelves. The choice of alcoholic drinks is confusing, and tapas are served mainly from seafood.

38. At his Sydney restaurant Quay, chef Peter Gilmour serves dishes made from locally sourced ingredients. Large glass windows offer stunning views of the Sydney Opera House.

39. One Michelin star restaurant Narisawa in Tokyo serves French dishes with Japanese ingredients. The restaurant took 8th place in the list of the best in the world.

40. The Blue Restaurant on Grand Cayman is part of the Ritz Carlton Hotel. This is the only Caribbean restaurant to receive the AAA Five Diamond award. French chef Frédéric Morino specializes in fresh seafood caught close to the island.

The best bar of the year is located on Regent Street in London. The good thing is that he is Artesian, and that says it all. For three years in a row it remained the best bar in the world and last year was no exception. The staff here works as if each team member was prepared for this profession from birth. Asrtesian bartenders not only know their business perfectly, but are also not afraid of innovation, creating recipes for incredible cocktails that immediately go to the top.

Getting here isn't easy, but it's worth it. Every minute spent at a table at Artesian will be memorable. The bar's interior was designed by the owner himself, and this dedication is felt in every detail.

Number two in the “Best Bars in the World” ranking is located in New York on Water Street. Still, it’s not for nothing that this metropolis is considered the capital of nightlife. It takes a long time to find the right words for The Dead Rabbit Grocery & Grog, but you won’t find anything better than perfectionism. Every detail is perfect here, from the cocktail menu to the interior decoration.

The place also got its name for a reason - at one time the owner’s great-grandfather was a member of the famous Irish gang “Dead Rabbits”. No joke, this is the best bar in New York.

Over the two years of its existence, the establishment not only managed to become the most famous in New York, but also received several prestigious awards at once. Jack McGarry, owner of The Dead Rabbit Grocery & Grog, was really hoping to get first place this year, but second isn't bad either.

In London, on City Road there is number three in the ranking the best establishments peace. The good thing about Nightjar Bar is that it has its own character. Representatives of various social strata constantly gather in Nightjar. One band here plays great swing every night.

The bar is a must-visit, if only because it employs the most charismatic bartenders in London. But secondly, they are looking for good drinks - unlike most pubs in London, which have long since begun to speculate on the country's beer heritage, here bartenders from the USA are stationed at the counter. The bar's owners managed to show the world a new version of Friday night, for which they were awarded a high third place in the list of the best bars on the planet in 2014.

In New York on Eldridge Street there is a bar with a unique atmosphere. At one time, the owner of Attaboy, Sasha Petraske, managed to reserve a good place for the establishment almost in the center of the entertainment district of Manhattan. He legalized his relationship with the authorities and the bar took off. They serve delicious dishes, which pleasantly surprise visitors who drop by for a glass.

Thanks to its great location, amazing food and drinks, Attaboy Bar has become very popular. The ambience of the establishment has not changed for ten years: the original design of the walls, dim local light and the bar counter have been preserved. Oddly enough, Attaboy owes its popularity to the lack of a sign on the facade.

Number five in the ranking is located in New York on Hudson Street. Despite the specific name, not only employees visit it. In fact, getting to the counter is not easy even on weekdays, let alone on weekends. The Employees Only bar impresses with the professionalism of its bartenders. You can order any cocktail you've ever read about from the guys behind the counter. However, the cuisine here is not the best in the world - tasty, but ordinary.

The flow of visitors does not prevent bartenders from doing their work quickly and efficiently. The interior design of the Employees Only bar is in the usual New York art deco style, but it is made with such love and care that it surpasses a good hundred similar bars. In general, if you don’t mind the somewhat inflated prices for alcohol, then be sure to check this place out.