Andreas Ramsauer
Google
Unexpectedly Brilliant – A World-Class Bar That Breaks All the Rules
I came to Line Athens after reading stellar reviews across multiple professional platforms. At first, I was surprised by the atmosphere — casual, lively, with a young crowd and an easygoing vibe. Not exactly what you’d expect from one of the world’s top-ranked cocktail bars.
The bartenders? All very young — some looking like they’ve only just reached legal drinking age. But that’s exactly what makes Line so exceptional: this playful, convention-defying approach has led to some of the most creative and best-executed drinks I’ve ever tasted.
A margarita made with potato water, mustard, and ketchup might sound outrageous — I thought so too. But what arrived was a beautifully balanced cocktail, slightly tangy with a clean, starchy finish. A brilliant, memorable drink.
Their Negroni? House-made vermouth. While the Negroni itself was a touch too bitter for my taste, the vermouth was one of the finest I’ve ever encountered — complex, rich, and deeply aromatic.
If I lived in Athens, this would be my local bar. Hands down.