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SUPERBUENO

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SUPERBUENO bar area with cocktails and spirits selection in New York
Signature cocktail at SUPERBUENO in New York
Signature cocktail at SUPERBUENO in New York
Signature cocktail at SUPERBUENO in New York
Signature cocktail at SUPERBUENO in New York
Signature cocktail at SUPERBUENO in New York
SUPERBUENO building exterior and entrance in New York
SUPERBUENO building exterior and entrance in New York
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Essential Information
Today14:00 - 02:00
Address
13 1st Avenue, New York, 10003
Reservations
Walk-ins

Reservations available via Resy (https://resy.com/cities/ny/superbueno). Walk-ins also welcome based on availability.

Price Range
$$
Happy Hour
Available

LA BUENA HORA: Monday-Thursday 4-7pm, Friday 2-7pm. Featured items: Guacamole y Chips $13.50, Tacos a la carte $4.50 each (pork belly, al pastor, birria), Fresca Tonic $15.50, Adobada-Bam-Bam slushy $15.50, Tepache Highball $15.50, Modelito Chelada $13.50, Non-alcoholic options available.

About

SUPERBUENO is a vibrant Mexican-American agave bar in New York's East Village, recognized as one of the World's 50 Best Bars. This innovative cocktail destination showcases creative Mexican-inspired libations featuring house-made ingredients and traditional spirits. Signature cocktails include the Mushroom Margarita with mezcal and huitlacoche, the Mole Negroni with mole fat-washed mezcal, and the Green Mango Martini with blanco tequila. The menu features inventive drinks like the Roasted Corn Sour, Breakfast Margarita, and Salted Plum & Tamarind Milk Punch. Beyond cocktails, SUPERBUENO offers authentic Mexican cuisine including al pastor yaki tacos, birria grilled cheese, and fresh guacamole. The lively atmosphere features colorful design elements, dynamic lighting, and energetic music. Happy hour runs Monday-Thursday 4-7pm and Friday 2-7pm with discounted cocktails and tacos. Reservations available via Resy, with walk-ins welcome. Part of Cocktail Kingdom Hospitality Group, SUPERBUENO delivers bold flavors and festive vibes in the heart of the East Village.

Ambiance & Features

Lively and vibrant atmosphere with colorful Mexican-inspired design elements including bright yellow window panels and terrazzo patterns. Dynamic lighting and energetic music create a festive, fun environment perfect for groups and celebrations.

Atmosphere

Casual
Lively
Colorful
Festive
Fun
Mexican Inspired

Noise Level

lively

Lighting

dynamic

Music

upbeat, latin, contemporary

Features

full-bar
craft-cocktails
mexican-cuisine
happy-hour
group-friendly
date-night
gift-cards-available
private-events
worlds-50-best-bars
agave-spirits-specialist
house-made-ingredients
creative-menu
bar-seating
table-seating
Our Ratings
8.1
/10

Overall Score

Our BCG weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

8.5

Service

7.8

Ambiance

8.7

Value

7.5

Accessibility

7.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Awards & Recognition
North America's 50 Best Bars
North America's 50 Best Bars(#2) 2025, (#2) 2024
World's 50 Best Bars
World's 50 Best Bars(#12) 2025
Spirited Awards
Spirited AwardsHonouree 2025
Good to Know

Happy Hour

LA BUENA HORA: Monday-Thursday 4-7pm, Friday 2-7pm. Featured items: Guacamole y Chips $13.50, Tacos a la carte $4.50 each (pork belly, al pastor, birria), Fresca Tonic $15.50, Adobada-Bam-Bam slushy $15.50, Tepache Highball $15.50, Modelito Chelada $13.50, Non-alcoholic options available.

Food & Menu

✓ Food menu available

mexican
tacos
small-plates
appetizers
seafood
desserts

Signature cocktails featuring Mexican ingredients and techniques including the award-winning Mushroom Margarita, Mole Negroni, and Roasted Corn Sour. Large-format drinks available for sharing. Full food menu with tacos, birria grilled cheese, nachos, and fresh ceviche. Non-alcoholic cocktail program available.

Events & Classes

Private Events

Private event space available for groups and celebrations

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What People Say

Other Considerations

Pushy service
Time limit on tables
Not mentioned upfront

Location

13 1st Avenue, New York, undefined undefined, US

Directions

40.723447, -73.988574

Cocktail Menu

Signature Cocktails

House Specialties
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MOLE NEGRONI

mezcal

mole fat-washed mezcal, amari blend, sweet vermouth, xocolati bitters

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GREEN MANGO MARTINI

tequila

blanco tequila, mango distillate, sauternes, green mango, honey, chili oil

mezcal cocktail icon

MUSHROOM MARGARITA

mezcal

mezcal, orange liqueur, huitlacoche, lime, lava salt

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ROASTED CORN SOUR

whiskey

corn whiskey, reposado tequila, roasted corn, guajillo, lemon, egg white

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BREAKFAST MARGARITA

tequila

blanco tequila, st-germain, mole amarillo marmalade lime, salt

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SALTED PLUM & TAMARIND MILK PUNCH

charanda

charanda, ayuuk, salted plum & tamarind, lojana tea, milk

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ADOBADA BAM BAM

mezcal

mezcal, grilled pineapple, adobada falernum, pineapple, lemon

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DASHI PAPI

mezcal

mezcal, birria consome, monopolio dressed with valentina hot sauce

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CAFFÉCITO FRAPPECITO

tequila

brown butter infused tequila, Mr. Black, black rice horchata, coconut

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PIPIAN MAI TAI

mezcal

espadin, white rum, pipian orgeat, poblano, lime

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Full Menu

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VODKA Y SODA

vodka

vodka, guava, pasilla, soda

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FRESCA TONIC

gin

gin, sotol, hazelnut tonic, honeydew agua fresca

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SEASONAL TEPACHE

tequila

blanco tequila, papaya & plantain tepache, pandan, lemon

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MOLE NEGRONI (Non-Alcoholic)

gin

aplos, pathfinder, mole spices

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LA SHAMAMI (Non-Alcoholic)

other

almave, hazelnut tonic, honeydew agua fresca

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CHAMOY y SODA (Non-Alcoholic)

other

dried plums, mango, chili, lime, salt, soda

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MICHELA - NA (Non-Alcoholic)

other

kiwi, tomatillo, costeño, sugar, good time n/a beer

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