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Best Argentinean food near Esquel, Province of Chubut, Argentina
Best Argentinean restaurants nearby. Discover the best Argentinean food in Esquel. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Argentinean restaurants near you.. Esquel is a town in the northwest of Chubut Province in Argentine Patagonia. It is located in Futaleufú Department, of which it is the government seat. The town's name derives from one of two Tehuelche words. One meaning "marsh" and the other meaning "land of burrs", which refers to the many thorny plants including the pimpinella and other herbaceous plants whose fruits, when ripe turn into prickly burrs that stick to the animals' skins and wool or people's clothes as a way of propagation.
Things to do in Esquel
10. Jabali Rojo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By TatiMowa
They only do milanesa sandwiches and ham and cheese, but the milanesa sandwiches are absolutely the best we've ever tasted. No doubt about it.
9. De Maria
Overall Ratings
3 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By Lara76nl
We went to this lovely local restaurant on our group travel through Argentina. Our guide Lorenzo took us to Maria. We had a lovely meal and everyone enjoyed it so much. I ate the pollo al la Provenzal and it was fabulous. Lots of garlic which I love. The staff were very friendly and the wine tasted great. I almost felt guilty when the check came because we did not have to pay that much for a great meal so if you are in Esquel, do visit Maria!
8. La Montana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By Omillett
On the plus side, this restaurant had friendly service, and opened early to accommodate us, since we aren't accustomed to dining at 2100h (when they normally open.) They also had a great selection of reasonably priced wines, and we made a couple of discoveries in the wine department. However, the food was very disappointing. We had the mixed parrillada, and it was mostly organ meats. The portions of actual steak were not good quality - and considering the absolutely superb Argentinian beef we've had elsewhere on this trip, we were surprised. We also asked for everything to be cooked 'Al Punto' (medium rare) and everything was well-done - inexcusable perhaps in a restaurant specializing in grilling. Willing to put this one down to maybe an off-night, as they got very busy after their early opening, but most of our meal ended up as doggie treats.
7. Parrilla La Barra
Overall Ratings
3 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By Disfrutator
Forget non-existing decor, uncomfortable chairs and endless waits for the food to be ready. Once in your table, you will try some of the best Argentinean beef available, grilled to perfection. Skip the lamb (they grill it for a very short time, so it is not as tender), and go straight to the bife de chorizo, or the ojo de bife (NY Strip/Ribeye steaks) and learn why so many Argentineans look down at vegans.
6. Maria Castana
Overall Ratings
3 based on 349 reviews
Reviewed By jamsur
Maria Castaña is the traditional cafe (and meeting place) in Esquel. God coffee, drinks, and light food. Most important, it is open when many other eating paces are closed, so it really solves your problem when you want to dine early (that's before 8 PM by Argentina's standards).
5. La Luna
Overall Ratings
4 based on 219 reviews
Reviewed By setpoppy
Ate here for lunch with a group while passing through Esquel. I had the lasagna which was good with a large portion. Other pasta dishes which were ordered by the group were also large and everyone seemed to enjoy them. Others ordered pizza. Service was good.
4. Las Bayas Hotel & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 148 reviews
Confortable and cozy, and special kind attention- Regional and argentinian food. Open from 8 to 24 hs. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner is full served.
Reviewed By Mike-Bucks
We had dinner here twice because we were very impressed by the quality of the food. The soup, empanada and prawn starters were excellent. Of the main courses the most notable was the trout which was beautifully cooked when most of the fish during our trip to Argentina tended towards being over cooked. We also had a lamb casserole which was very different from casseroles at home but made from lovely tender meat. The steak was also really good. The Moussaka was a different interpretation of the dish from usual, but still pleasant.
3. Legua 50
Overall Ratings
4 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By jeremy w
Esquel is not exactly famous for its culinary excellence; its reputation is based upon its proximity to some of the best Patagonia has to offer. But Legua 50 has taken a leap forward when compared with the rest in Esquel. Its quality is the result of its pedigree - one of its owners has built her reputation on providing excellent catering services for many years and she is married to the town's premier wine importer. The result - high standards of location, venue, service and food, coupled with an excellent and reasonably priced wine list. It also opens at a reasonable hour, including Sundays, and has regular special events. Their breaded shrimps are to die for! The restaurant's name refers to the 50 square leagues (1 square league is 2,500 hectares) donated by President Roca after Fontana's Riflemen discovered the valley in which Esquel sits, Cwm Hyfryd, in their exploratory expedition, which ran from October 1884 to February 1885.Thank you very much for your nice opinion. Excellent description of the 50 leagues!
2. PilPil
Overall Ratings
4 based on 68 reviews
Restaurant thirties covered excellent gastronomy and interesting wine list
Reviewed By hughie56
7 of us went here for 9:30 to celebrate New Year's Eve. Fortunately, it was one of the few places that wasn't full. 4 course meal and drinks (free flow or so it seemed!) for 1000 Pesos/ head (about £22 )/. Excellent value. Friendly staff. good find!
1. Don Chiquino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 641 reviews
Reviewed By NomadicBoys
Had lunch here when in Esquel and highly recommend it. We had the ravioli infused in Malbec - ie purple ravioli. Really tasty and like nothing we've tried before. The Chef is a cutie who's really passionate about his Italian heritage (the decor is very quirky) along with the cuisine. Delicious wine as well.
