Bariloche's food leans into its Patagonian and alpine roots: lamb and trout, wood-fired pizza at lakeside breweries, and the country's most famous artisan chocolate. These are reliable, well-loved picks across price points. Save the ones you like and slot them into your days.
Where to Eat in Bariloche
1Must visit
Restaurant4.4
Il Bolliche di Alberto
A beloved lakeside restaurant for Patagonian lamb, trout, and wild game in a cosy alpine-lodge setting with a fireplace.
City Center
2
Restaurant4.2
Alto el Fuego
A popular downtown parrilla with generous portions of grilled meats, lamb, and local sausages at fair prices.
City Center
3Must visit
Bar4.3
Cerveceria Berlina
A lakefront craft brewery serving a wide range of Patagonian ales and wood-fired pizza with Nahuel Huapi views.
City Center
4
Bar4.2
Manush Craft Beer
A lively downtown craft-beer bar with a rotating tap list of local Patagonian brews in a rustic wood interior.
City Center
5Must visit
Cafe4.5
Rapa Nui
Bariloche's most famous chocolateria and ice-cream maker since 1939, with rich artisan chocolate and gelato.
City Center
6
Cafe4.4
Mamuschka
A Swiss-style chocolate house and cosy cafe known for its truffles and thick drinking chocolate.
City Center
FAQ
- What food is Bariloche famous for?
- Bariloche is famous for Patagonian lamb and trout, German- and Swiss-influenced dishes, smoked meats and cheeses, and above all its artisan chocolate and craft beer.
- Where is the best chocolate in Bariloche?
- Avenida Mitre downtown is the chocolate strip. Rapa Nui (an institution since 1939) and Mamuschka are the two must-visit chocolaterias, both with cafes serving thick hot chocolate.
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