Ushuaia Restaurants

  1. Almacen Ramos Generales

    The real draw of this rustic general store and museum is its baked goods: the French pastry chef bakes crusty baguettes, croissants and desserts. There is also grain coffee and a wine bar.

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  2. Bodegón Fueguino

    A great gathering spot for wine and appetizers, this century-old Fuegian home is cozied up with sheepskin-clad benches, cedar barrels and ferns. A picada (shared appetizer plate)for two includes eggplant, lamb brochettes, crab and bacon-wrapped plums. An early dinner crowd chows down on fresh grilled fish, salad and lots of veggie options.

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  3. Café de la Esquina

    The best place to scope out the newest flock of tourists in town, 'the Corner' is wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows. There's a bar and the kitchen whips up good breakfasts and some knockout cakes and sandwiches.

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  4. Café-Bar Tante Sara

    Serving up burgers and sandwiches, this popular corner bistro offers classic atmosphere.

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  5. Chez Manu

    If you are headed to Glaciar Martial, don't miss this gem on the way. Chef Emmanuel puts a French touch on fresh local ingredients like Fuegian lamb or mixed plates of cold fruits de mer . The three-course set lunch is the best deal. Views are a welcome bonus. It's 2km from town.

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  6. El Turco

    This busy lunch spot is not very central, but popular for its cheap meats, pizza and pasta.

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  7. Kaupé

    Chef Ernesto Vivian's creations, served in a romantic home with great views, are sublime reminders that haute cuisine extends to even the most southerly reaches. Try the parchment-baked sea bass with julienned leeks, or chicken Bengali in a buttery curry sauce. Or just come in the evening to enjoy some of Argentina's best wines while taking in a brilliant view. Reservations advised.

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  8. La Cantina Fueguina de Freddy

    Say hello to your meal in the tank as you walk in. This reliably good seafood joint serves tasty king crab with herbs or parmesan, as well as pizza, pastas and stews.

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  9. La Rueda

    This good tenedor libre (all-you-can-eat restaurant) offers a variety of salads alongside tasty parrilla grilled over coals in the window. Ordering a drink is mandatory with the buffet, which includes dessert.

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  10. Lomitos Martinica

    Dive dining at its best, this cheap parrilla with grillside seating serves enormous milanesa (breaded fish) sandwiches and offers an economical lunch special.

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  12. Lupita's

    This sliver-sized pizza shop delivers crisp thin-crust pizzas hot out of a brick oven. Consider it the perfect take-out.

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  13. María Lola Restó

    María Lola Restó 'Satisfying' defines the experience at this creative café-style restaurant overlooking the channel. Locals pack this silver house for homemade pasta with seafood or strip steak in rich mushroom sauce. Service is good and portions tend toward humongous: desserts can easily be split.

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  14. Tía Elvira

    This highly regarded traditional venue produces seafood favorites like grilled trout or scallops in garlic sauce. Before eating, take a peek at the small museum lining the entrance hall.

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