Location: San Telmo
Top Things to do in San Telmo
The 10 Best Bars & Clubs in San Telmo, Capital Federal District
The birthplace of the tango is, like the dance itself, captivating, seductive and bustling with excited energy. Atmospheric old neighborhoods are rife with romantic restaurants and thumping nightlife, and Buenos Aires' European heritage is evident in its architecture, boulevards and parks. Cafe Tortoni, the city's oldest bar, will transport you back to 1858, and the spectacular Teatro Colon impresses just as it did in 1908. Latin America's shopping capital offers the promise of premium retail therapy along its grand, wide boulevards.
Restaurants in Buenos Aires
1. Vinotango
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
The best Argentine wines in the heart of San Telmo. English available. Note: Tango show and wine tastings suspended. (Business description edited on August 13th, 2014)
Reviewed By BWorsham
Juan is a very nice store owner and loves to sell Argentina's best wines. I love the conversations we have about wine & all things Argentina.
2. INDIE San Telmo Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Indie Bar is one of the few bars in town serving great cocktails and quality food to the sound of good music. While its specialty is undoubtedly cocktails, a variety of beers and a good selection of wines is also available. Situated in the old quarter, with a huge attractive bar attended by cool barmen who will make you feel special, Indie is an ideal place for an enjoyable night out. Basement with live music.
3. Bar Setenta & Siete
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
4. Moretti Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
5. La Cumparsita Tango Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By billandtanis - Cleveland, United States
La Cumparsita is not a tourist attraction--it's a local's tango bar that is filled to the brim with sensual dancing, heartfelt singing, and unbelievable retro-characters. Tucked away on a corner in the San Telmo area exists one of the few remaining milongas that hasn't sold out to the tourist hoards. The musicians are pouring their souls out through their instruments--smiles from ear-to-ear and sweat streaming from their brows. It's not an act, it's not artificial--before you know it, tears will be welling up because you thought that a place and people like this didn't exist anymore. Of particular note, the stately and grandfatherly Hugo Pagano on the accordian (he has to be 80 years old!) displays more passion and energy than my teenagers. My wife and I never danced a tango before tonight and the dancers gracefully and graciously escorted us across the floor in an impromptu lesson. The milonga barely seats 35-40 people and doesn't start to get going until 10-11pm; we stayed until 3am on a Friday evening and the party was still rolling! For $50, we had a bottle of wine, dessert, and the time of our life...
6. Bar Sur
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 205 reviews
This sultry bar is another popular tango landmark.
Reviewed By BrendaHou - Hong Kong, China
We booked the dinner and show which started at 9pm. We came to this as it’s famous for being the scene shown at the Hong Kong movie ‘Happy Together’ 春光乍洩 produced in 1997. The place is very cozy and actually quite small with only a few tables on both sides. The center is open for tango show and music performance. The vibe was great carrying the oldies of 60s. Dancers performed really well and professional. The dancers would come to invite guests for photo-taking which was one of highlights too. A drink was included in the show price so we ordered wine! This was an enjoyable night. We stayed until midnight before heading back to our hotel! Well worth visiting!
7. SAN TELMO Brew Pub
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
8. Black Crown
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 13 reviews
Black Crown offers choices of American, Mexican and Argentinian cuisine. It is perfect for those who prefer late dinnings. The bar stands out for offering a variety of national and imported drinks, excellent quality, classic and signature cocktails. It's modern, with very good selection of music ranging from electronics, Pop and Rock depending on the day. A good place to meet friends, for couples, after offices or other celebrations. A new option in San Telmo you must visit.
9. Guebara Bar
10. The Sexton Beer Company
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
