North America’s 50 Best Bars 2024 was recently revealed, and NYC’s very own Superbueno made it to second place–just one short year after opening!
Beyond ranking No. 2 on the list, the East Village bar was additionally given the title of Disaronno Highest New Entry as well as The Best Bar in Northeast USA 2024.
A collaboration between industry veteran Ignacio “Nacho” Jimenez and Greg Boehm (Katana Kitten, Mace), Superbueno is an ode to Mexican-American culture.
Nacho Jimenez stated:
When we opened Superbueno just a year ago, our team was inspired to provide New York with our distinct perspective of Mexican Hospitality rooted in heritage and community. This recognition from North America’s 50 Best Bars speaks to how the Superbueno experience has resonated with guests thanks to the amazing work our team has done from day one. We’re thrilled that our bar feels like a home to so many.
Inside the elevated cantina salsa and reggaeton bump through the speakers, luchador masks line the walls, and mole negronis, mushroom margaritas, and mango martinis grace the menu.
A talented team led by Jimenez and head bartender Kip Moffitt serve the drinks, many of which are inspired by food and mesh the flavors of Mexico and NYC.
Highlights include the Mole Negroni, mole fat-washed mezcal, cynar, amaro, sweet vermouth, xocolati bitters, Green Mango Martini, tequila, mango eau de vie, sauternes, green mango, honey, Mushroom Margarita, mezcal, cointreau, huitlacoche, lime, lava salt, and the Roasted Corn Sour, corn whiskey, reposado tequila, roasted corn, guajillo, lemon, egg white.
There’s even a mezcal slushy along with wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options.
And no fiesta is complete without grub! Bites include flautas, Doritos topped with ceviche, tamarind-glazed pork ribs, birria grilled cheese, and swordfish tacos, among other shareable dishes.
The Best Bars ranking writes:
Superbueno is a perfectly named bar. The bilingual explanation perfectly encapsulates the zeitgeist of this vibrant ode to Mexican-American culture…Together, the power duo has created a festive environment buzzing with a diverse crowd from early afternoon opening through to late-night close.
The list, sponsored by Perrier, features bars from across North America, including the USA, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
The live ceremony took place at Rosewood San Miguel de Allende, Mexico on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024. New York continues to account for the most of North America’s top bars.
Learn more about Superbueno and make reservations at North America’s second best bar here.
📍 13 1st Avenue, on the corner of First Avenue and First Street