In this post, we take a closer look at the current status of the series “Bartender”, also known by the following titles:
- バーテンダー
Status#
Based on our analysis, the series is NOT FINISHED. ❌
Here’s how we reached that conclusion:
- All related entries are marked as finished on MyAnimeList
- The series is listed as ended on Trakt
- The original source material has not been fully adapted, according to MangaUpdates
Taken together, these points indicate that Bartender is still ongoing in some form.
Watch order#
Bartender ↗ ↖
Summary
After spending eight years in Europe, bartender Ryuu Sasakura returns home to explore the local bar scene. As a seasoned veteran of the industry, Sasakura knows how to make the perfect drink to match a patron's mood and circumstance. Serving patrons at the bar Lapin, Sasakura utilizes his expertise and compassionate ear. Thanks to his excellent service, Sasakura's customers always have something special in store.[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Bartender was adapted into a live-action TV series in 2011.
Bartender ↗ ↖
Summary
Hidden in the backstreets of the Ginza district is Eden Hall, a lone bar operated by Ryuu Sasakura, the prodigy bartender who is said to mix the most incredible cocktails anyone has ever tasted. However, not just anyone can find Eden Hall; rather, it is Eden Hall that must find those who need it. Customers of varying backgrounds, each plagued with their own troubles, wander into this bar. Nevertheless, Ryuu always knows the ideal cocktail to console and guide each distraught soul.[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Bartender à Paris ↗ ↖
Summary
Follows a new character, Ren Sajima, who travels to Paris in hopes of becoming a bartender.
Bartender: Kami no Glass ↗ ↖
バーテンダー 神のグラス
Summary
Miwa Kurushima and her colleague Yukari Higuchi hunt for a skilled individual to run the counter bar at the famous Hotel Cardinal. The chairman of the hotel demands only one thing of the potential hire: the bartender must be able to craft the ultimate drink known as the "Glass of God." Because Miwa does not fully understand the requirement, her search runs dry after everyone she has scouted cannot get past the chairman's scrutiny.Nestled in a quiet and secluded place among the bustling alleys of Ginza is Eden Hall. This cozy bar is maintained by Ryuu Sasakura, a prodigy mixologist who knows exactly what drink will ease his customers’ worries at any given time. Every glass that he serves is garnished with humility, providing much-needed solace to people from all walks of life in their time of need.
In a chance encounter, the chairman is left speechless by Ryuu’s astute bartending skills and is determined to have him join Hotel Cardinal. He becomes one of Ryuu’s regulars, attempting daily to convince Ryuu to leave Eden Hall. But even with the assistance of Miwa, it is more difficult than expected to recruit this particular bartender.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
