La Bombilla
By Ben Holbrook
One of Sant Antoni’s trendiest bars is brought to us by Frenchman Benoit, who brings cocktail savoir faire and wine knowledge by the barrelful. The space is warm and trendy, with exposed brick and tabletops made with hefty hunks of wood.
It’s easy to meet locals here. Ben, who hails from Bordeaux, will introduce you to quality wines and cocktails paired with seductive French cheese and charcuterie platters. Follow with one of the house’s creation such as the Spanish Sahara, made with Bobby’s Dry Gin, lime juice, mint and a homemade rosemary syrup.
The space also hosts events like art exhibitions, wine tastings and live music every Thursday evening from 9pm to 11pm. There’s an area in the back for private events too. This is everything we love about Sant Antoni: great food and drink with a local vibe and neighborhood prices.