El Chaltén
For rib-sticking mountain food (think massive stir-fries, tenderloin stroganoff or trout with crisp, grilled veggies), head to this tiny outpost at the…
Must-see restaurants in Patagonia
Puerto Madryn
Serving a wealth of yummy stouts and reds, homemade pot pie, and fish and chips, this favorite local pub always delivers. Service is friendly but tends to…
Puerto Madryn
Locals flock to this retro pizzeria for its huge variety of clay-oven pizzas, with toppings like tapenade (marinated-olive spread) and arugula.
Coastal Patagonia
This little nook is a charming spot for coffee, sandwiches and homemade pie, and also sells innovative arts and crafts.
Coastal Patagonia
This Welsh bakery is the perfect quick, no-fuss stop for pastries, gelato and excellent sandwiches.
Coastal Patagonia
Tuck into this cute restaurant's offerings of pastas, milanesa or stuffed roasted squash.
El Calafate
This friendly, family-run eatery specializes in piadinas, an Italian bread topped with cheese and fillings, taco-style. They're enormously filling, but…
Puerto Madryn
With deck seating and a cool candlelit atmosphere, this contemporary cafe serves a range of tasty blackboard specials that go down easy with pitchers of…
Coastal Patagonia
American Tex-Mex and cocktail hour has arrived in Patagonia. Buffalo wings, potato skins and steak dishes are just some of the unlikely but well-executed…
Coastal Patagonia
This restored century-old frontier bar is run with an eye to preserving local tradition. The homemade fish empanadas (baked savory turnovers) are…
El Chaltén
This pint-sized log restaurant is known for its good price-to-quality ratio. Bus drivers feed on oversized milanesas that could feed a family of four,…
Coastal Patagonia
This funky eatery is the ideal spot to crack open a bottle of wine and savor it. The vibe is casual, with worthwhile dishes like langostinos a la plancha …
Coastal Patagonia
A humble neighborhood restaurant, Tia Camila does a brisk business in simple and filling fare, ranging from homemade pastas to delectable costellitas …
Coastal Patagonia
Cheap and casual, with service that’s friendlier than you’ll find elsewhere in Río Gallegos, this is where students and families dine on burgers, gnocchi…
Inland Patagonia
This chic rock 'n' roll restaurant-bar offers tasty spinach pizza, vegetable crepes, and heaped portions of steak and fries. The evening crowd spills out…
Puerto Madryn
This tiny, colorful eatery serves up nachos and fajitas to travelers yearning for something spicy. While it's not straight out of Guadalajara, a valiant…
Coastal Patagonia
This simple cafe provides shelter from the blasting wind and some Argentine-style fast food like milanesas (breaded cutlets), burgers or a full set lunch…
El Chaltén
Serving thick pizzas overflowing with toppings, oversized calzones and well-dressed salads, La Ruca is a longtime local institution with a homey…
Puerto Madryn
This busy bistro serves the purpose of satisfying diverse appetites – from milanesas with mashed potatoes to curried shrimp and Florentine hake.
Coastal Patagonia
Bridezilla decor aside, this popular seafood haunt satisfies with sturdy portions of grilled fish, fried calamari and an extensive wine selection.
Coastal Patagonia
Recommended by locals, this unassuming confitería serves satisfying meals and snacks, with grilled meats, beer and wine.
Coastal Patagonia
A popular stop for meats, pasta and seafood, this restaurant boasts attentive service and a family atmosphere.
El Calafate
Medialunas (pastries) and much more are available at this enormous bakery.
Coastal Patagonia
The place for pizza and classic Argentine empanadas – staple traveler fare.
Inland Patagonia
Shoehorn yourself into this family nook decked out in lace tablecloths, and enjoy cheap gnocchi, homemade pasta and home-cooked classics like puchero …
Inland Patagonia
A favorite at this frilly cafe is waffles with dulce de leche. It’s good for breakfast, sandwiches and ice-cream sundaes, and also serves more substantial…
Coastal Patagonia
Ice-cream junkies will appreciate this parlor’s selection of velvety chocolate and rich dulce de leche flavors. If you’re traveling with children, bring…
Coastal Patagonia
Modern fast food with extensive hours and decent versions of the basics: sandwiches, salads and burgers. Features neat and minimalist decor and a…
Inland Patagonia
Meals can be taken from Kaserita, essentially a fresh pasta kitchen with folding-chair seating.
