The rumors are true, Argentine fare is beef heavy. Indulge, its worth it. Though contrary to belief, outside of the Asado, its easy to be a vegetarian. Heavy in European influence, the food is Argentina is simple, authentic, and affordable. Enjoy fueling up during town days in between your epic adventures at some of these local locations.

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Delightful Eateriers that require reservations:

  • La Salamandra

  • Butterfly

  • Quiven

  • Cassis

  • Anima

  • Alto el Fuego

Also delighful eateriers that do NOT require reservations:

  • La Fonda del Tio : Very popular local spot downtown. HUGE milenesas. If you enjoy milenesas, then you should eat here. City Center.

  • Restaurante Bahia Serena : My favorite affordable date night. Great ambiance, excellent pasta, excellent fish. Km12 Bustillo.

  • Mallin : This restaurant has been around for a while. Classic Argentine fare at reasonable prices. Lots of seating inside & out. Good space for groups or families. Km12 Bustillo.

  • El Boliche de Alberto : There are two restaurants downtown. One is an asado (steak) and one is pasta. They are both delicious. City Center.

  • Ren Vegetariano : Affordable vegeterian dine in or take out. Two downtown locations.

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Get out of town Center & get adventurous

  • Colonia Suiza. This settlement is 30 minutes out of town in Circuito Chico. In high season every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday there is a local art and food fair. Young folks are getting creative and new with what they are cooking. Personally I love anything cooked “Al Disco”.

  • Food Trucks: These are newly popular in Bariloche and almost always a win. See one, try one.

Media Luna Challenge

I love me some Media Lunas (sweet croissant, though that is an understatement). For years I’ve been stopping at any and every panaderia to try their medialunas, on a constant quest to know where to find the best. All medialunas are NOT created equal and it depends on your flavor. In no particular order here are my top five favorites

  • La Casita de Mani : Km 8 del Bustillo

  • Kanay : Av. Cerro Catedral

  • Rapanui : Mitre 340, El Centro

  • El Barco : Santiago Albarracín 451, El Centro

  • Velo : Rolando 172, El Centro y Av.Angel Gallardo 424. El Centro