
The Bar 1980 is a craft cocktail and whisky bar in Akita, recognized by Tabelog 100 in 2022 and centered on fresh fruit cocktails.
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- Address
- 秋田県秋田市大町4-2-5
- Phone
- +81188965359
- Website
- tabelog.com

Tabelog 100 #60 in 2022
Tabelog 100 placed The Bar 1980 at No. 60 in 2022 with 3.7 points. That gives the Akita craft cocktail and whisky bar a concrete credential for a planned drinks-led evening.
Fresh fruit cocktails and smart casual
Fresh fruit cocktails, Strawberry Breeze, and Moscow Mule shape the named order set. Smart casual dress, conversational noise, and leisurely pacing suit a dinner or late-night stop where conversation matters.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bar 1980 | Craft Cocktail & Whisky Bar | $$ | , | Akita |
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| Moonshine | Classic Cocktail & Whisky Bar | $$ | , | Akita |
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tabelog 100 #60 · No. 60
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Elegant
- Low Profile Address
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Date Night
- Solo
- After Work
- Late Night
- Casual Hangout
- Standalone
- Design Destination
- Craft Cocktails
A small, stylish bar with counter-focused seating, subdued lighting and a relaxed, refined atmosphere that feels like a quiet hideaway for serious cocktail and whisky fans.




