Entertainment in Central Argentina
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Av Arístides Villanueva
For a great night on the town, walk down Av Arístides Villanueva, where it's bar after bar; in summer, entire blocks fill with tables and people enjoying the night.
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Vines of Mendoza
This friendly, central wine bar (where everybody, down to the security guards, seems to speak English) offers flights (tastings of five selected wines) and top-shelf private tastings. It also offers wine-appreciation classes which give you an idea of how to taste wine – a great idea before hitting the bodegas.
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Vines Park Hyatt
In the superformal surrounds of Mendoza’s best-looking hotel, this is a relaxed and intimate wine bar offering wine by the glass, cheese platters and tapas.
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Alquimia
Alquimia was the hot club at the time of research - it may still be there by the time you arrive.
Something to watch for here: at the time of writing, the Mendoza government was trialing a law that prohibited dance clubs from allowing patrons to enter after 02:30, making timing a tricky balancing act - get there after the place starts to fill up (01:00 at the earliest), but before they stop letting people in.
Many visitors to Mendoza (and mendocinos for that matter) find the effort involved getting to these places far outweighs the fun they have while there, often opting for the smaller bars along Av Arístides Villanueva.
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Fin Sin
For the nightowls, this is the best, most reliable live music venue in town. Things kick off around 23:00 with happy hour, heat up around 01:00 when the first band hits the stage and keep going 'til sunup. Stop by for the weekly program.
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Alem
Do your best to drop into this bar for the long list of cocktails and what's likely to be the most stylishly designed interior you'll find in all of Mendoza province. It's hard to believe it's San Rafael.
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Por Acá
Purple and yellow outside and polka-dotted upstairs, this bar-cum-lounge gets packed after 2am, and by the end of the night, dancing on the tables is not uncommon. Good retro dance music.
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La Cerveceria
If you’re looking for a beer, this is your spot – there’s eight different types of microbrew on offer, plus the national and imported standbys, sidewalk seating and snacks.
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El Pungo
This somewhat legendary watering hole attracts musicians from all over the country (Argentine folk musicians Charly Garcia and Fito Paez have played here).
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Soul Café
Grab a table and enjoy everything from live rock en español (Spanish-language rock) to jazz and theater. Shows start after 10pm.
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La Reserva
This small, nominally gay bar packs in a mixed crowd and has outrageous drag shows at midnight every night, with hard-core techno later.
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Cariló
Cariló was the hot club at the time of research – with a bit of luck it may still be there by the time you arrive.
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El Punto
A sea of white vinyl upholstery and laid-back electronica make this little bar a favorite for mixed drinks and cocktails.
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Gutiérrez
It’s a big dance club, with various theme nights, including Tuesday’s ‘hostel night’ and regular live music.
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Apeteco
One club that has a regular buzz and is within a short cab ride from downtown is Apeteco.
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Juan Cedrón
An intimate little combination wine bar/store. Occasional tastings and sidewalk tables.
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