In St. Petersburg there are many interesting conceptual and thematic institutions. But there are legendary places that go for a special atmosphere and a sense of belonging to something really worthwhile and unshakable, which seems to have existed and will always exist.
Cult place
The very first cocktail establishment in St. Petersburg, called legendary, is Daiquiri. The bar is well known to all Petersburgers. For almost ten years, no institution can compare with it in the number of different cocktails that are prepared there. Regular customers of the bar bring guests of the city here. After all, a cocktail card in the size of 300 items amazes everyone's imagination. But what is three hundred drinks if bartenders constantly come up with new recipes. Many of them are then included in the bar menu.
Cocktails of the Daiquiri brand open in other cities of the country. They work on the principle of the legendary institutions of Europe and the USA, and by their appearance they present a new page in the cocktail art of Russia. The first Daiquiri (bar) opened in 2008. He immediately won many awards and prizes as the best cocktail establishment in the city of St. Petersburg.
Legends of bartending art
The prices for drinks in such an institution as Daiquiri, a bar on Konyushennaya are quite acceptable. Although it is amazing for such a cult place. However, his pricing policy is such that the cost of cocktails must be affordable. It is also striking that the real professionals in their field work in Daiquiri, namely, people from the Association of Bartenders of the city of St. Petersburg. Many of them won prizes in various competitions in bartending art, and some even took part in various world competitions. Therefore, their names are known to every visitor. The bar manager of the establishment (and part-time the best bartender of 2014) came up with recipes for most Daiquiri hit drinks. One of his cocktails became popular even in Boston.
Addictive sight
The atmosphere of comfort and complete relaxation awaits the guests of Daiquiri. You can come here to relax after a working week or to “light up” after hard weekdays with friends. In general, here you will be comfortable anyway. Even lonely visitors will find something to entertain themselves with, because a real show sometimes unfolds behind the bar. Who would have thought that preparing drinks could be such an interesting, addictive sight!
Some cocktails are served in an unusual and original way. Therefore, you will never regret that you spend your evening in “Daiquiri”. By the way, many people are so interested in the art of mixing cocktails that they themselves want to become bartenders in order to learn how to do such things. For such enthusiasts, Daiquiri holds various master classes in which anyone can take part.
Bar address
“Daiquiri” is a bar on Konyushennaya, whose address is: Bolshaya Konyushennaya street 1 (Nevsky Prospekt metro station and Gostiny Dvor metro station). Open every day from four in the afternoon until four in the morning. Of course, cocktails are considered a feature of the establishment, many of which can be tasted only here. The bar also hosts theme nights on weekends and Fridays. The program of such parties is indicated on the poster on the Daiquiri website. Even in the institution, background music sounds and there are plasma screens where they show films and broadcast clips. A very important condition - only people who are already 21 years old can get here.
In Daiquiri, the average bill will be 1000 rubles, and this does not include any drinks. Prices for cocktails depend on the ingredients included in their composition. Unfortunately, one of the establishments of the Daiquiri brand - a bar on 49 Gorokhovaya Street (Sadovaya metro station, Sennaya Ploshchad, Spasskaya metro stations) is currently temporarily closed. Although, it is possible that forever. What will happen in 2017, so far no one knows ...
Interior
“Daiquiri” is a bar whose interior photos can be viewed in detail on the institution’s website. It features a classic design in black and red. The walls are decorated with black and white large format photographs depicting parties. Comfortable sofas, intimate lighting and a huge bar counter are what make this establishment truly unique. In “Daiquiri” everything is done in order to feel fun and at ease!
Banquet option
This wonderful bar also hosts banquets. You can order here any holiday - from a corporate party to a wedding. The hall accommodates up to 80 guests. From entertainment, participation in master classes on preparing cocktails, barman shows, unusual serving of various drinks and much more is offered. The banquet will cost 1200 rubles per person (without alcohol). The bar has the necessary technical equipment in order to sing karaoke. In addition, there are hookahs.
Menu
What dishes can I try at Daiquiri? The bar, whose menu includes mainly drinks, can offer visitors snacks. They are placed at the end of the cocktail list. There are several items of dishes mainly of European cuisine. For example, there is a bruschetta with tomatoes for 150 rubles, “Kish Loren” for 280. The most expensive snacks are cheese sticks for 340 rubles. and roast beef for 330. Appetizers on the menu are designed exclusively for Daiquiri, so they go well with cocktails without overshadowing their taste.
The menu also has classic slices of meat, cheese or fruit. There are also desserts: an ice cream with syrups to choose from, a pear salad, a designer snack with a banana and chocolate fondant. Sweets, as well as snacks, are needed only in order to advantageously shade the taste of cocktails.
Beverage Card
It’s impossible not to appreciate the extensive drink list that Daiquiri has. An incredibly large selection of designer and classic cocktails, shots, mixes, long drinks, alcoholic delicacies with original drinks, as well as sweets, with additives, syrups, cherries ... The list goes on and on, and for a very long time. In general, a 26-page bar menu without snacks perfectly demonstrates the rich selection of what the institution specializes in.
The first page is dedicated to the cocktail of the same name. There are dozens of varieties of Daiquiri drink (if not more): classic, banana, basil, Hemingway (everyone knows that he was a favorite of the famous writer). In addition, strawberry, ginger, autumn, romantic and other Daiquiri varieties are available to order. Each cocktail costs only 300 rubles.
The next menu page is drinks from winners of competitions among bartenders. Cocktails are presented here, which, thanks to their creators, have become famous not only in their homeland. For example, “Captain America” and “The Name of the Rose” by Grigory Grigoryev (brand manager of Daiquiri), “Ellie Black” by Denis Grigoryev and others. Prices for competitive options vary within 400 rubles.
The following pages are signature drinks that are gaining popularity among connoisseurs of alcoholic delights, and cocktails from famous bartenders of the world. On the map you can find almost every remarkable alcoholic version that was found anywhere in a bar anywhere in the world. Best sellers, like Mojito, are, of course, here too. But visitors are interested in original novelties and old recipes. After all, Daiquiri is a bar, which St. Petersburg can be proud of. This is a place where you can try unique drinks that you will not find anywhere else.
Visitors reviews
Thanks to its concept, the bar regularly acquires regular customers for whom, by the way, discounts and a variety of cards are available. Also, “Daiquiri” (bar, St. Petersburg) is a place of pilgrimage for tourists. After all, many have heard about what unusual cocktails are here. Many reviews of the bar indicate that the place is very popular with locals. Visitors are usually delighted with the cocktails and professional skills of the bartenders who work here. Often people come here purposefully, knowing what to expect from the establishment. Although the regulars note that the situation is still worth updating, as the tables have completely shaken over time.
Some more opinions
The restaurant is being discussed by both beginners and tourists who visited Daiquiri. Bar reviews from them get enthusiastic. People write that they have never met such a varied cocktail menu anywhere, and bartenders, as if in American films, are ready to help with advice, mixing the right drink between things. Some say that there is almost no food. But many here do not even order it, limiting themselves to cocktails that you are unlikely to try anywhere else. In addition, visitors like parties and shows at which recognized bartenders demonstrate their masterful art.
Those who have not visited this institution for a long time, having come here, find themselves in a familiar atmosphere that awakens nostalgia. It is also joyful that over time the quality of the cocktails remains the same. No matter what happens in the country, no matter what the crisis is, in Daiquiri you can taste all the same delicious drinks at affordable prices. Some visitors do not like that the bar closes early - at four in the morning. But this is not a night club. There are also reviews from the regulars of the institution, who recalled how they went to Daiquiri, as if to work, and now the bar is still the same - cozy, stylish and with your favorite cocktails.
Charming bartenders
Many people like fast service, friendly staff. Visitors note that all bartenders are charming and charismatic people. They also praise the organization of personal celebrations at Daiquiri. The celebration is accompanied by a spectacular show from the bartenders, and all guests are pleased with a huge number of cocktail drinks, which are impossible to try. The bar is also suitable for organizing hen and stag parties “Daiquiri” (the address is indicated in this article). Such celebrations are often held here. Alcohol, as you know, is a very important element at parties of this kind, and Daiquiri provides a huge selection of alcoholic beverages.
Here you can discover your favorite drink, even if you have not tried any cocktails before. In the bar card there is an option for everyone. If you do not know what to choose, the bartender will certainly help, focusing on your taste preferences and mood. Some visitors regret having closed another Daiquiri establishment. The Gorokhovaya Street bar is no longer working, so you need to go to Bolshaya Konyushennaya.
Magical place
Guest reviews of Daiquiri suggest that this restaurant is the best cocktail bar in the city. Going inside, I want to order literally everything! It’s good that there are professional bartenders. They will tell you what you really need. Often customers notice that on weekends and Fridays it is better to book a table. Indeed, these days the bar is jam-packed. Therefore, without pre-order there is nothing to do. A drawback is that some customers consider the inability to book a table over the phone and hope that the situation will soon be corrected, especially since this service was available in the former bar on Gorokhovaya.
The Daiquiri is said to be a magical place. Even those who like pure alcohol, such as whiskey or rum without impurities, on the advice of the bartender try cocktails, where the main ingredient is your favorite drink. After that, people fall in love forever, both in the bar and in the cocktail itself. Coming here for the first time, you immediately notice an unusual situation. It seems like you get into an old movie. And when you open the cocktail menu, the enthusiasm becomes even greater. Many start with Daiquiri, because they mean a lot to the bar. The long-known drink, loved even by the American President Kennedy, gave the name to the bar.
Some visitors even call the workers of this institution a guru. After all, these people are so well versed in cocktail art that it impresses any guest. An ideal place is called a place at the rack. Here you can watch the work of bartenders. Visitors see how skillfully they prepare a particular drink. Bartenders, by the way, will always support the conversation, help with the choice, tell you how to drink the ordered cocktail. Also, visitors are amazed that the staff even knows the history of various drinks and can share knowledge with those who ask. Many come to the institution, knowing which stars of bartender art work here. Sometimes you can get on the whole show.
The best cocktail bar in town
"Daiquiri" - a bar on Konyushennaya street - is a favorite vacation spot of many Petersburgers and tourists. Such an atmosphere is priceless, and the traditions of the legendary institution are captivating with their firmness. It seems that there should be things that, like good whiskey, do not change over time. That is what Daiquiri is (a bar). Believe me, it is unique!