Good to know
Good to Know
- Bariloche cuisine blends European cooking with regional Patagonian ingredients like wild mushrooms, berries, and local meats.
- Half-portions (media porción) are widely offered at parrillas, allowing you to try multiple dishes without overindulging.
- Centro (around Mitre and Moreno avenues) is the primary dining hub; many restaurants outside center require taxis or cars.
- Chocolate shops line Mitre Street and are abundant throughout the city—expect Swiss-influenced quality and varying prices.
- PedidosYa and Delivary are the main delivery apps; coverage is better in central neighborhoods.
- Many restaurants don't take reservations, so arrive early during peak hours (lunch 12:30–2pm, dinner after 8pm).
- Craft beer scene is thriving with dozens of local breweries alongside traditional options.
Supermarkets
Supermercados Todo
- Location
- Mitre 281, Centro
- Notes
- Central location, full range of groceries
La Anónima
- Location
- Multiple locations in Bariloche
- Notes
- Major chain supermarket with wide selection
Changomás
- Location
- Multiple locations in Bariloche
- Notes
- Affordable supermarket with wide range of fresh produce, pantry staples, and household items
Budget
El Boliche De Alberto
- Price Range
- ARS 5,000
- Neighborhood
- Centro
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Parrilla (steakhouse) - beef chorizo, tenderloin
La Fonda Del Tio
- Price Range
- ARS 4,500
- Neighborhood
- Centro
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Milanesa napolitana, gnocchi, pasta
Chimi Deli Cocina Para Todos
- Price Range
- ARS 5,000
- Neighborhood
- Centro
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Argentine cuisine, veggie lasagna, fresh fish, gnocchi
Tarquino
- Price Range
- ARS 4,500
- Neighborhood
- Centro (Septiembre)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Parrilla - bife de chorizo, grilled meats
High End
ÁNima
- Price Range
- ARS 45,000
- Neighborhood
- Ruta Provincial 77 (outskirts, ~10-15 min drive)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fine dining, shared plates, local seasonal ingredients
Café Patagonia (Llao Llao Hotel & Resort)
- Price Range
- ARS 50,000
- Neighborhood
- Llao Llao (30 min from downtown)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- À la carte fine dining - trout, salmon ravioli, lamb with blue cheese, steak with malbec sauce
El Mallín
- Price Range
- ARS 40,000
- Neighborhood
- Avenida Bustillo Km 11.6
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Mountain cuisine - Hungarian goulash, local specialties
Caliú
- Price Range
- ARS 42,000
- Neighborhood
- Centro
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Mediterranean cuisine - ribeye steak, paella de mariscos, mussels, cheesecake
Mid Range
Alto El Fuego
- Price Range
- ARS 15,000
- Neighborhood
- Centro and Train Station
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Parrilla - steak, chorizo, provoleta, half-portion options
Carnero
- Price Range
- ARS 18,000
- Neighborhood
- Centro
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Steak house with rare cuts of meat
TRE Resto De Vinos
- Price Range
- ARS 20,000
- Neighborhood
- Centro (downtown)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Gourmet cuisine, wine selection
Nené Bar
- Price Range
- ARS 16,000
- Neighborhood
- Centro
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Burgers, pizzas, live music, cultural bar
Must Try Dishes
Patagonian Lamb
- Description
- Local delicacy from the region, often grilled or served in specialized preparations
Fresh Trout and Salmon
- Description
- Abundant in Patagonian lakes and rivers, served fresh or smoked with various sauces
Venison and Wild Boar
- Description
- Regional specialties, often prepared as ravioli, in wine sauce, or as smoked cuts
Empanadas
- Description
- Argentine staple available throughout the city with various fillings including meat and vegetarian
Goulash and Fondue
- Description
- European-influenced mountain cuisine with rich, warming flavors
Bariloche Chocolate
- Description
- City is chocolate capital of South America with numerous artisan shops featuring high-quality chocolate products
Rapa Nui Ice Cream
- Description
- Famous local ice cream with exceptionally thick, creamy texture and complex flavors
Delivery Services
PedidosYa
- Notes
- Major regional delivery app covering Bariloche with wide restaurant selection, Mexican to pizzas and empanadas
Delivary
- Notes
- Local Bariloche-exclusive delivery app launched in 2020, designed specifically for city restaurants and neighborhoods outside the center
Gluten Free Dining
- Description
- Gluten-free options are available, particularly at dedicated establishments and some mainstream restaurants.
Venues
CHIMI DELI Cocina Para Todos
- Location
- Centro
- Notes
- Reported to have dedicated gluten-free menu (marked SIN TACC)
Ruca Umel
- Location
- Avenida de los Pioneros 4962
- Notes
- Dedicated gluten-free bakery
Vegan And Vegetarian Dining
- Description
- Bariloche has a small but established vegan and vegetarian dining scene, with several dedicated venues offering creative plant-based cuisine.
Venues
Rico Vegetariano
- Location
- San Martín 298, Centro
- Description
- Vegetarian haven with 90% vegan menu offerings including grilled seitan, empanadas, tartas, and fresh juices at reasonable prices
Silvestre Sabores Vegetarianos
- Location
- Félix Goye 130, Col. Suiza
- Description
- Dedicated vegetarian restaurant with quality food and variety of plant-based options
International And Other Cuisines
Italian
- Examples
- La Masia offers pasta dishes with lake views and European influence
Pizza and Pasta
- Examples
- Widely available throughout Centro, numerous pizzerias and pasta restaurants
Mexican
- Examples
- Mexicano Café offers vegan-friendly Mexican options
Japanese
- Examples
- Available via delivery services, including traditional sushi
AI-generated estimateData refreshed September 2026
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These are the sources cited in this food & dining research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
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