Argentina Bariloche

The guide to the best places to eat and drink in Bariloche

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  Julieta Fraguío 02/04/2018

In this article you will find a complete guide to the best food and restaurants in the city so that you can enjoy all the typical flavors.

In  Bariloche   you have the perfect gastronomic combination together with the unique and exquisite flavors of  Patagonia, the talent of the most renowned chefs and the most natural ingredients. 

You will find a large number of products from  algae, clams, trout and salmon   coming from the nearby rivers passing through  mushrooms, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries   from the forest to red and white meats, where  lamb, wild boar and deer stand out.  

As these products are more abundant during spring and summer, many of the foods are prepared canned or  smoked   to be enjoyed over all in exquisite dishes in winter. 

The traditional dishes of Bariloche are the result of the combination between the cuisine of the  indigenous peoples   and the  European , since many of its ingredients were brought by the immigrants who settled there. Such is the case of  Curanto , one of the most traditional foods in the region. It is a stew of Mapuche origin with European influence that is prepared outdoors in a well dug in the ground, where a fire, stones and leaves make it cook under pressure. The result is a truly exquisite dish that is served with bread, white wine or one of the traditional  craft beers   of the area. 

Another of the typical delights of Bariloche are its exquisite chocolates in branch, fillings, in tablets, waterfalls or in fondeus. It is almost impossible to resist and they are offered everywhere.

In Bariloche you can choose from hundreds of places to taste regional cuisine and experience the flavors with incredible landscapes. Below  we leave you the most outstanding ones:

Where to eat the best entrees

Almazen de Sabores

The bistro opened its doors at the end of June 2008 and slowly earned a place in the local fine dining. Having a maximum of 18 chairs means that most of the time I work full. Another feature is that it has a different vegan gourmet menu every noon. 

The featured dishes are: the house's s opa with leeks, potatoes and crispy bacon. “Homemade delicacies for two,” including pâté and pickled nuts, pickles, marinated cheese, cold cuts, curry chips and spiced bread. Another must-see is the mushroom wrapping and the Huancaino seafood , prepared with a Peruvian recipe. A recommended drink to accompany these entrees can be torrontés wine naturally sweet. 
All combinations are harmonious and the presentations of each dish  They are something characteristic of the place. 


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Restaurant Batistín

Batistín is located inside the classic Bariloche Huinid hotel . Crispy prawns, pear, roquefort and onion quiche, venison loin with rosehip chutney, Limay trout with citrus reduction, are some of the entrees that you can hardly resist. 

The dishes offered are synonymous with regional cuisine, a simple menu that highlights the flavors of typical meats, fruits and vegetables , such as deer, wild boar, trout, rosehip and the variety of red fruits that are harvested in the region.

Its decoration is impeccable , so much so that it balances the lack of windows making the place a unique experience for those who want to experience the intimacy of a special night.

The restaurant also has a wide bar for cocktails and a variety of regional drinks, coffees and desserts to accompany the different meals.



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Alto el Fuego

This restaurant operates in a house from 1941 , its decoration is all made of wood and it is located on a hill near the Civic Center . This house rebuilt by Matías Bollinger, is part of the Historical Heritage of Bariloche. 

Its name comes from its stripped-down setting and the exposed grill installed in the background and elevated, so that it is the first image you have as soon as you arrive at the restaurant.

Its success is measured by the variety of international dishes and especially for the excellent quality of its meats. The star entrees of Alto el Fuego are: the braided entrails that arrive juicy and delicious accompanied by pine mushrooms , the delicate buffalo provoleta and the fried smoked lamb empanadas. 

In the subsoil they have a cellar with innumerable wines from the most recognized wineries in the country and where they offer you the best recommendations to accompany each of your choices on the menu.



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Recommended gourmet restaurants

Los Césares

The Hotel Llao Llao is the center of the entire gastronomic scene. In an incredible landscape on the edge of Nahuel Huapi Lake , it has different wings to accommodate tourists, enjoy regional cuisine in its five restaurants and in The exterior has a beer garden that opens during the summer.

The dishes star that you will be able to enjoy at Llao Llao are: trout marinated with hints of native herbs , accompanied by caramelized onion ash that give it a special smoky flavor. Another flavor that we recommend you try is deer loin and wild boar ham cut into thin slices.

Don't go without having tried the prawns , they are from the Gulf of San Matías (the best of Argentina), have a soft and crunchy meat. They fall apart in the mouth and They are barely sautéed in butter or olive oil with different  dressings  or accompaniments such as garlic sauce, honey or bell pepper jelly.

Leave room to savor the exquisite dessert menu, you will not regret it because they have to the best pastry chefs in the area. The crispy red fruit tart, with Lemon ice cream, meringue, lemon pie sauce and chocolate chips carries all the sighs.




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La Masia

This restaurant presents Mediterranean food in a special way, combining it with local ingredients. In turn, the immense view of Nahuel Huapi Lake makes it a perfect accompaniment to all kinds of lunches or dinners.

In its wide The menu highlights the c Mediterranean lamb adze (onion, potatoes, green beans, carrots, bell peppers, white wine, mushrooms and olive) and organic trout with steamed vegetables with zucchini chutney and the braised Patagonian lamb with Spanish potatoes.

While on the sweet side they are unmissable: the cheescake and the coconut flan . They also have an excellent wine list, where they have outstanding malbecs, among them is the Finca Corletto award. 



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Butterfly

It is a gourmet proposal by the Irish chef Edgard Holloway, his wife Coni Pro and the German sommelier Sebastián Stoveken. Butterfly has established itself as one of the most original restaurants in the city , characterized by not having a fixed menu but an eight-course menu that changes every week. That is why the service is offered to only three tables per night.

The steps are accompanied by regional vegetables and fruits, prawns, trout or Chilean salmon, lamb and beef. The dishes are minimalist and each presentation has a special touch. The place stands out for an impressive and varied list of red and white wines, national and imported.
One thing to keep in mind is that Butterfly opens only at night and is closed on Wednesdays.



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Where to eat the best fondeu

Chez Philippe

This The restaurant is capitalized, El Lugar de la Fondeu. Its founder Philippe Swobada opened the place and from the moment it was inaugurated the success of its kitchen It was the cheese fondue. Today, her daughter Desirée continues the tradition hand in hand from her husband.

In  Chez Philippe  you will be able to enjoy the calm of its environment, a fireplace that provides a nice dose of heat for cold days and an excellent attention to diners.

The fondue is it usually serves, in addition to the obligatory bread with endives . It's a crispy vegetable bitter, ideal to hold the italic bagna cauda, which they also prepare, but only on request. The prelegomena bring tasty beet pickles and local smoked products (vacuum packed).

 

Another point to highlight of Chez Philippe are the delicious sweet fondeus. I recommend the one from dark chocolate with orange liqueur accompanied with mini oreos, strawberries, Meringues and mandarin orange segments.



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La Alpina

This small restaurant decorated all with wood , in the best Alpine style is one of the oldest and most traditional restaurants to eat fondeu. Among its more than five varieties, I recommend the 3-cheese star fondeu with golden garlic slices, Madagascar green pepper, beer and paprika.

You can also choose other accompaniments such as noisette potatoes, croutons, squares of tenderloin, bacon or sausage.

If you want to accompany You can make these delicious fondeus with any of the outstanding white wines on offer or if you want to do it with a red, a Pinot Noir or Malbec is recommended.



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La Marmite

La Marmite tea room is distinguished by the exquisite fondeus with the traditional r eceta native to the Swiss Alps , where Gruyère, Emmental and grated cheese are mixed with a clove of garlic. They also offer the Fonduta with fontina cheese, truffles and egg yolks. A delicacy!

The varieties of fondeus  that you will be able to find are meat, chocolate and cheese. The fondeu with veal is not wasted. 

Also at La Marmite you can accompany meals with local or local craft beers the case of sweets with different varieties of tea in threads or coffees. All products are very fresh and locally produced.



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Recommended grills

El Boliche de Alberto

It is the most popular grill in Bariloche , the most recommended cuts of meat are: the entraña, the asado strip, the lamb ribs, the picaña and the pork slaughter. They also have an exquisite variety of achuras : lamb sweetbreads, blood sausage, chinchulines and chorizos. Another gem of this grill are the chorizo empanadas cooked on firewood. You can accompany all these meals with salads, French fries, roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes or pumpkin.

For dessert, the Alberto Cup, an exquisite cup of ice cream American topped with raspberries, dulce de leche and homemade whipped cream. 



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Huacho

On the Huacho grill they stand out for the delicious Patagonian wood-fired lamb , it is recommended to try it with Creole sauce (onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, green onion, olive oil, chili pepper and cumin) or chimichurri (parsley, garlic, vinegar, oil and chili pepper). 

But you will also be able to find all Argentine cuts of meat such as the strip of Roasted, empty, entrails and rump tail. 

You can also find other typical Argentine foods such as locro and fried empanadas , can be lamb or beef.



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El Boliche Viejo

It is a mix between the classic Argentine grill with a gourmet touch. It cooks 100% on wood and they have a wide menu with varieties of meat (roast strip, vacuum, entraña, matambre and rump tail). The house specialty is grilled lamb accompanied with roasted vegetables.

The place is attended by its owners, who give a warm and personalized attention. If you like beef they offer: chorizos, blood sausage, chinchulines, kidneys, brains and sweetbreads. 

The wine list It is very varied and is served in the classic penguin jugs. 


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La Parrilla de Tony

La Parrilla de Tony is a unique place in San Carlos de Bariloche, where you can eat the most delicious and varied meats and fish on the grill. Meats and other products such as pasta and salads are fresh and made in the moment by Tony and his family. 
One of the peculiarities of this restaurant is that the grill has a kind of display case for you to choose at the moment your meat and the doneness, then the grill brings it to the table ready for you.
Don't miss the tasty eye of bije with potatoes to Provençal with a cold craft beer! And for dessert Tony's tiramisu covered with chocolate bar.


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Where to eat pasta

Il Gabbiano

Il Gabbiano has more than 30 years in San Carlos de Bariloche . Its creators, Guillermo Kempin and his wife, continue to give reasons to make this place one of the references in Italian food.
 
Many of the ingredients used and even the pasta is brought from Italy in the repeated trips made by the duo. The star dishes are: the delicious olive all'ascolana and the tomato bruschetta in two versions with black and green olives. Other dishes to delight in are the soft organic polenta with sautéed portobellos , the prawns with avocado, pear and lemon dressing. 

On the pasta side, spinach ravioli with herb butter and meat tortelli are one of the strongest points of Il Gabbiano. 
To complement These flavors, the house recommends the Dolcenera malbec made by Sebastián Zuccardi in his winery in Valle de Uco. A red of 12 ° similar to light Italian wines, but of Argentinean origin.




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Patagonia

It is one of the six restaurants located within the prominent Llao Llao Hotel . In Patagonia, they are characterized by excellent Italian dishes and by the variety of the menu that changes completely every three months. 

The star dishes are: Trout raviolins or pumpkin and shrimp ravioli, black seafood spaghetti or the same but with seafood or rosehip sauces. 

Another specialty of the house is Patagonian lamb sorrentino with roquefort sauce.

Pasta is the It can accompany with the varied list of national and imported wines.


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The best vegan and vegetarian food options

Ren Vegetariano

It is a convenience store , it is self-service and it is sold by weight. It is the only place with this methodology in Bariloche. It is also very practical for those who want to pack a lunch to take on walks. 

All options are vegan and vegetarian. The "meat" of seitan is the favorite, it disappears! There are also eggplant, soy and potato cheese empanadas. Another of the most popular options are rice noodles and varieties of pasta with bean sprouts, bell peppers, onions and sweet and sour sauces. Gratin beans and stuffed eggs are Another strong point of Ren Vegetariano. 

In addition, they have very rich natural seasonal fruit juices without preservatives.



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Avellana

The menu is very abundant in seafood and meat, but it has dishes for vegetarians and celiacs. The star foods are pumpkin turtei, Mediterranean risotto and vegetable soups with local spices (onion and tomato are the favorites). They also have varieties of pasta and veggie cakes on the menu.


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El Vegetariano

The menu is very extensive and has a menu for vegans and celiacs. The star dishes are pumpkin soup with potato cheese and quinoa. The goat cheese tortelis with roasted aubergines sautéed with cherys, arugula and herb butter. It is a feast for the palate!

They also have varieties of salads, soups and vegan cakes. Another popular dish is vegetarian lasagna topped with mushroom sauce. To accompany these dishes, be sure to try the lemonade with ginger and mint or the mix of berries.



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The richest ice creams.

Dolce Rama

You will find the classic tastes but they also have flavors accompanied by the typical local fruits: blackberries, blueberries and raspberries. One of the star flavors is dark chocolate with Patagonian dulce de leche and berries. There are also tramontana, strawberry cream, chocolate with coconut, pistachio, cookie cream, mascarpone and many more. They have mini cones for the little ones.

If after a delicious ice cream you want something warm, Dolce Rama is also a cafeteria and you can choose different varieties. 



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Baccio

It is ice cream parlor, chocolate shop and they also have varieties of cakes . You will find 60 flavors of ice cream with natural ingredients and without using pre-made pastes. The star flavors are: the roger chocolate, the super dulce de leche with berries and the raspberry with chocolate chips. 

To accompany the ice cream they offer Arabica-style specialty coffee roasted in Patagonia. 

You can also enjoy hot chocolate, smoothies, fresh juices with seasonal fruit, alfajores, chocolates and truffles .



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Jauja

Jauja is a 100% artisanal ice cream parlor and has the largest variety of ice creams in Bariloche with more than 70 flavors . In addition to the classic flavors of chocolate, American cream and dulce de leche, it has its most popular flavors such as Swiss chocolate with chocolates, mint with chocolate bar, there are seasonal fruit flavors: blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries. 

For kids there are palettes with the funniest characters. 


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The most delicious cakes.

Trevisan

They have an excellent quality of cakes and baked goods. It is one of the most requested bakeries in Bariloche so I recommend that you be patient because there is usually a queue to buy. 

The chocolate mousse cake Bitter with berries is the one that gets all the applause, along with the raspberry and blueberry shortbread. Also, they have sweet alfajores that are exquisite! And crumb sandwiches to take on excursions. 

In the morning you will find freshly made ricotta cakes , cheesecake with red berries and delicious brownies with chocolate bars.  



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Los Vestisqueros

A small wood and stone hut at the base of Cerro Tronador invites pastry lovers to try the most delicious homemade variety with views of the Tronador glaciers. 

In Los Ventisqueros you will find among the star cakes, the classic Bariloche cake with dried fruit and delicious chocolate, the Lemon Pie, Carrot Cake and the black forest cake with meringue and cherries. 

The apple strudel is another of the flavors that people do not want to miss on their way through this confectionery that offers a warm space inside and outside with tables and benches in the forest. 



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Sosa's

It is located at the base of Cerro Catedral. It is an ideal place to enjoy nature and views of the hills. Its sweet varieties include the dulce de leche puff pastry with meringue, the cheesecake with red berries , the chocolate brownies and the white chocolate mousse cake. 

All these flavors can be combined with a wide variety of house teas (green, black, rose petals, mint, chamomile, berries, blueberries) or coffee. 

In addition, Lo de Sosa has a beautiful beer garden, where locally produced or bottled beers are offered in the afternoon and lunch of different national brands.



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Where to eat chocolate.

Benroth

Among the protagonists of the best chocolate in Bariloche is Benroth , a small family business with 53 years in the market.

Los Unmissable products of this traditional chocolate shop are: chocolates with orange and aguaribay , cherries macerated for six years in liquor and bathed in chocolate. Trekking snacks are also a delight for the palate: a mix of dried fruits, cereals, honey and chocolate designed for walks up the mountain.

Another classic from Benroth are chocolates filled with milk cream and pistachios , tiramisu semisoft, marzipan with semisweet chocolate, cognac grapes, Swiss cream, raspberries and whiskey. Among the newer products are chocolates with smoked paprika , spicy and spicy, ideal to pair with cheeses, cold cuts, wine or beer.

Benroth is considered in Bariloche as the "gourmet chocolate shop", because it offers innovative elaborations with the finest raw materials. You can also find the classic chocolates filled with and without liquor, chocolates with dried fruits , nougats, bar chocolates and alfajores.



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Van Wynsberghe

The Van Wynsberghe Chocolats family business uses natural ingredients from Patagonia . Innovative techniques, presentations and fillings make them stand out from the rest of the chocolate shops. 

Van Wynsberghe was the first Belgian chocolate shop in Bariloche and they have the particularity of hold talks in your store about the various areas of world cocoa production, the colors and textures of chocolate, and a varietal tasting and tasting of chocolates with typical regional flavors, such as rosehip, lavender, raspberry and elderberry. The experience ends with a “blind tasting” of spiced chocolates.

Varieties of Belgian chocolate are offered at the chocolate shop. characterized by being a mixture of the best cocoa beans, which gives it a unique texture. Chocolates made with grains from Peru, Ecuador and Colombia are also offered. The idea is that those who visit the National Capital of Chocolate incorporate information and train their palate. 

Van Wynsberghe also launches new products and the latest to be unveiled were chocolates filled with freshly processed pistachios, citrus and thyme, gianduia and Rio Negro pinot noir ganage.



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Rapa Nui

Leticia Fenoglio, daughter and granddaughter of master chocolatiers, is another protagonist of the Bariloche chocolate world with her brother Aldo and her father Diego, founder of the Rapanui store on Miter Street, the most visited chocolate shop in Bariloche. 

The family brand was born in 1996 and created products that became classics, such as the FraNui star chocolate , raspberries from El Bolsón dipped in two chocolates. 

In addition to chocolates and ice cream, you can also find chocolate soups, ravioli and cacao dough breads . If you want to try other original and tasty flavors, I recommend 70% cocoa chocolate with Patagonian sea salt and caramel. Another "exotic" is the chocobeers, made with stout beer.

More than a chocolate shop, Rapa Nui is a great confectionery where you can taste all kinds of typical delicacies with a space to sit and enjoy them. The place on Miter Street has irresistible display furniture for classic and novel chocolates, as well as desserts, ice creams and even salty artisan products. 



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Mamuschka

Another page in the chocolate history of Bariloche is written by Mamuschka, a company founded in 1989 by Juan Carlos Carzalo. Among the delicious creations of the Russian doll brand is the nougat timbale , with layers of almond praline , caramel and Mamusch Cream . The latter won the silver medal at the 10th edition of the Academy of Chocolate Awards 2019 in London. 

All chocolates with milk, semi-bitter and bitter are made from cocoa beans from Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela and Brazil. The chocolate shop is constantly innovating, as in the tablets 70% cocoa from Chuao de Venezuela, 85% cocoa from the Ecuadorian Amazon and 56% cocoa from Chuao with dried fruits. 

In the quaint shops you can also find other sweet products such as caramelized dates, lemon mousse and homemade marzipan with amaretto. Boxed or canned chocolates (including personalized artisan boxes), children's sweets, bars, nougat, ice cream and the unique branch chocolate.



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Where to have the best wine

Almacén de vinos

It is a shop specializing in wines and craft beers. In addition, they have gourmet products to season meals. They have a great variety of cheeses and cold cuts of national and imported origin. You can't eat them locally, but they give you the chance to build some delicious snacks to take away. They do free shipping within the city and you can order the combo of drinks, plus a plate of cold cuts and cheeses that you like the most!


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La Cava Catedral

In this Patagonian winery you will see national and imported products, cheeses and smoked meats (recommended: wild boar, deer and salmon). It has the modality of a shop but you can also ask for a glass of wine and enjoy it in the place with a rich table of cold cuts and cheeses. They have other varieties of drinks for sale such as beers (craft style), sparkling wines, distillates, and whiskey. If you are on your way to Cerro Catedral, make sure you stop at La Cava to enjoy a delicious wine with views of the mountain range. If you are one of those who enjoy reds, be sure to try Luca de Catena.


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Tiempos de Vendimia

An ideal place to learn about wines, taste good bottles and get excellent recommendations. Since the end of 2014, Tiempos de Vendimia has offered a wide variety of products in its cellar and became the first wine bar in the city.

In addition to having a store where all kinds of alcoholic beverages are offered, you can enjoy tastings with sommeliers. This winery offers its customers the possibility of learning a little more about the harvest, production, elaboration and distribution of the wines.

In each tasting, wines are compared and tasted from different wineries, some boutiques and  small productions of winemakers and amateurs.
In this place you will find excellent promotions during the festive dates and a 15% discount on closed and combined wine boxes.




Places to have a drink.

Manush

This brewery has a local atmosphere, some travelers are seen but at most tables you will find groups of friends or couples from Bariloche. 

Manush takes 12 years as a brewery and seven years as a brew pub. On the ground floor is the bar (very busy) , and there are several lounges with space to sit, as well as an outdoor deck , perfect for sunny days. They have 23 varieties of draft beer, home-brewed and other labels in the area. 

For the consumer to find their own, they have put together a menu that explains type, color, bitterness, flavor and a recommended pairing. snacks (potatoes, nachos, chopped) come out of the kitchen, but also dishes prepared by chef Takeru Adashi. 



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Tequila

Sophistication and Patagonian spirit combine at Tequila Bar amp; Disk. It is located a few meters from the center on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi. 
In addition to its varied bar in signature drinks, they also have an outstanding gastronomy to accompany the drinks . During the night there are different types of magic, acrobatic and stand up shows.

After 10 pm you can enjoy live music with Renowned DJs that make Tequila one of the most exclusive options of the Barilochense nightlife.



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Kunstmann

This brewery bar has the format of a warm and spacious house with wooden interiors and furniture, view of the beer-making room and large windows of Huemul Island (at the height of Playa Bonita) .

It has capacity for several people inside and on the terrace . This Chilean brand also has a food proposal: the menu has German dishes, Patagonian smoked dishes and Argentine classics. 

There are also tours and individual tastings or in groups , and you can see the cooking live (generally done three times a week). At the entrance, a locker room called stammgäste, "frequent customers" in German, draws attention: there the regulars can leave their glasses to use again on the next visit.



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Patagonia

Overlooking the Moreno Lake and the Cordillera in the background is the Patagonia microbrewery. It is an attractive bar with various atmospheres. You have from stools at the bar to communal tables next to the fireplace, on the terrace or in the garden. They are perfect to enjoy during the spring-summer season.

The activities They change according to the months, there is from live music to guided tours, such as the beer tour that takes you through the brewhouse, fermentation and ends with a pairing. The kitchen of the bar is in charge of Leandro Pagano and Marcelo Costa, who make dishes with local products such as lamb, Trout and smoked fish.

 



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ROBERVAL  09/06/23
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JUAN CARLOS LUONGO  31/10/21
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