Chosen by Maradona: a Notable Bar, emblematic of the Devoto neighborhood, reopened

Chosen by Maradona: a Notable Bar, emblematic of the Devoto neighborhood, reopened

He Garcia’s Coffeefounded in 1927 and declared Notable Bar and site of cultural interest in 1999, reopened its doors on the corner of Sanabria and José Pedro Varelain the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Villa Devoto.

It is a transcendental fact to recover a Notable Barare part of the culture and of heritage of the City of Buenos Aireseach one with its particularity treasures something of the history of your neighborhood“, stand out from the AHRCC Chamber of Cafes and Bars (Association of Hotels, Restaurants, Confectioneries and Cafes).

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After being sold in 2022, its new owners undertook a process of full recovery to give the bar back its essence of neighborhood still lifemaintaining those typical details of the place and your name.

The enhancement of the Garcia’s Coffee included the restoration of the imposing bar counter. In addition, meticulous work was carried out floor restoration to preserve them with their original characteristics. On the other hand, it He conditioned the entire front of the premises and the original doors and windows which were completely restored.

As a novelty in this reopening, the terrace for clientshad never been used before.

It was completely remodeled and expanded the kitchen to adapt it to new needs and requirements. Grills, ovens, griddles and stoves, among other devices, were purchased. A cold room was added and all electrical and sanitary installations were renewed.

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This traditional porteño bar stood out in its years of splendor for its famous bite which included dishes different from any bar snack. Although today the gastronomic proposal is broader and more varied, the menu includes the Picada Garcíain homage to its typical and remembered characteristic dish.

The remembered Garcia’s Coffee It displayed on its walls a large number of souvenirs, photos and objects donated by its famous clients. Many recovered and can be seen today: from a old register, dishes, bottles, pool cues, autographed paintingsamong others.

The sector dedicated to what was perhaps its most illustrious client could not be missing, Diego Maradona. The idol lived a few blocks from the bar and was the protagonist of countless anecdotes that are still told in the Garcia’s Coffee.

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Many personalities from culture, sports and artists passed through this emblem of the neighborhood of Devotee: Horacio Ferrer, Quique Pesoa, Pepe Eliaschev, Víctor Hugo Morales, Alfredo Leuco, Fernando Bravo, Graciela Borges, to name a few. The neighbors also remember the filming of scenes from the Argentine film “Don’t die without telling me where you’re going.”of Eliseo Subiela.

Source: Ambito

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