Mirror Bar bags Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award
The Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award has this year been awarded to Mirror Bar Radisson Blu Carlton Hotel in Bratislava, Slovakia.
The award is one of two special awards announced in the run-up to Europe’s 50 Best Bars 2026, the inaugural edition of which will take place in Amsterdam on 30 June.
The Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award recognises a venue that has delivered “excellent warmth, service and guest engagement” during the voting period. More than 300 anonymous judges had their say.
Bar manager Peter Marcina and global bar ambassador Stanislav Harciník lead the team at Mirror Bar, which opened in 2019.
Harciník said: “At Mirror Bar and with our project Mirror Hospitality Expo, we wanted to share our view of true Slovakian hospitality with the global bar community. Now, receiving this recognition from fellow professionals and friends proves that this feeling and our approach are working.
“This honour is meaningful not just for our bar and team, but for Bratislava, Slovakia, and our entire region.
“We are truly grateful and honoured to receive the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award, and accept this as a responsibility to keep delivering an exceptional experience for every guest who steps into the bar.”
In last year’s 50 Best Bars list, Mirror Bar won the Disaronno Highest New Entry Award and ranked 25th.
The bar’s Essence of Design menu reimagines six core principles: form, shape, line, texture, colour and space. Its interiors feature a full-size tree created by florist Róbert Bartolen.
Emma Sleight, head of content for Europe’s 50 Best Bars, said: “In a short space of time, Mirror Bar has become one of Bratislava’s standout spots. With a seamless blend of creativity and precision, the team has crafted an experience that feels both elevated and inviting.
“We would like to offer our biggest congratulations to the team. This kind of recognition reflects the team’s hard work, creativity and genuine hospitality.”
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