The martini has been famously recognized as the perfect cocktail by the likes of H.L. Mencken and James Bond, among others. If you agree, celebrate National Martini Day (June 19) by raising your glass to the beloved elixir at one of these stellar cocktail bars.

Harry's New York Bar is among the most iconic in Europe. Dating back to 1911, the beloved watering hole has been frequented by countless celebrities over the years and continues to serve up world-class martinis.

This Los Angeles hotel bar offers more than a dozen different styles of gin so the martini possibilities are practically endless.

Head to The Bombay Club to discover the largest selection of martinis in New Orleans. Located just off of Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, this cocktail bar is home to the Churchill Martini, a relaxing atmosphere and smooth, soothing live jazz music.

London's Connaught Bar features not only a classic Connaught Martini but a citrusy and more aromatic version in the Blood Orange Martini.

New York City's Dear Irving cocktail parlor can serve up a memorable classic martini or win you over with a fresh house creation like The Confidant, which combines gin, lemon, cocchi americano, nocino, egg white, lavender bitters and perrier.

Founded in 1978, Dry Martini is the place to go for a martini in Barcelona. This world-famous cocktail bar began by serving only its signature drink, the Dry Martini. However, it's expanded its menu over time while perfecting a classic.

The Baxter Inn's wall of whiskey and scrolling ladders will instantly remind you of an old-school library while the martinis and other classic cocktails will have you quickly ordering another.

Stop into Chicago's Blue Line Lounge and Grill on Wednesday (Martini Night) or Friday (Happy Hour 4-7 p.m.) for $6 specialty martinis. There is nearly two dozen to choose from, including Peanut Butter and Jelly, Jolly Rancher and German Chocolate.

Espresso and other style martinis are complemented by massive windows and live jazz by top international artists at the Park Hyatt Tokyo's New York Bar.

This Texas lounge offers more than 30 different specialty martinis so there's something to suit everyone's palate. The Duck & Run martini may just be the strongest drink in all of Houston.

The Jerry Thomas Speakeasy in Rome will transport you back to the Roaring 20s and the days of Prohibition in the U.S. You even need a password to get in (which you can get by answering a question posted on the bar's website).

The Continental Mid-Town is even more enjoyable during the summer thanks to one of the best rooftop lounges in Philadelphia. The martinis here also pair well with the tapas-style dishes.

Having a cocktail at Quinary is a multisensory experience thanks to the efforts of award-winning international mixologist Antonio Lai. Be sure to try the signature Earl Grey Caviar Martini.

Sip a refreshing martini while enjoying gorgeous views of the nation's capital from the rooftop lounge at the Beacon Sky Bar, located between Dupont and Logan Circle.

Miami's Raleigh Hotel is currently in the midst of a renovation but must be considered among the best martini spots near the beach as the handcrafted cocktails at its martini bar have only gotten better with age.