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tango. Mercedes Sosa (may she rest in peace), Susana Rinaldi and Liza Minnelli have all
chirped here.
El Gato Negro TEAHOUSE, CAFE
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( 4374-1730; Av Corrientes 1669; 9am-10pm Mon, to 11pm Tue, to midnight Wed & Thu, to
2am Fri & Sat, 3-11pm Sun) Tea-lined wooden cabinets and a spicy aroma welcome you to
this pleasant little sipping paradise. Enjoy imported cups of coffee or tea, along with
breakfast and dainty sandwiches de miga (thin, crustless sandwiches, traditionally eaten
at tea time). Imported teas and coffees are sold in bulk, and a range of exotic herbs and
spices are also on offer.
Maluco Beleza CLUB
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( 4372-1737; www.malucobeleza.com.ar ; Sarmiento 1728; Wed & Fri-Sun) Located in an old
mansion is this popular Brazilian boliche . It gets packed with upbeat revellers moving to
samba fusion and others watching half-naked dancers writhing on the stage. For a more
sedate atmosphere, climb the stairs, where it's more laid-back. If you're craving Brazili-
an cuisine, get here at 8:30pm on Wednesday, when dinner and a show are on tap.
San Telmo
Bar Plaza Dorrego CAFE
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( 4361-0141; Defensa 1098; 8am-2am Sun-Thu, to 3am Fri & Sat) You can't beat the atmo-
sphere at this traditional joint; sip your submarino (hot milk with chocolate) by a pictur-
esque window and watch the world pass by, or grab a table on the busy plaza. Mean-
while, traditionally suited waiters, piped-in tango music, antique bottles, and scribbled
graffiti on walls and counters might take you back in time.
La Puerta Roja BAR
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( 4362-5649; Chacabuco 733; 5pm-late) There's no sign at this upstairs bar - just look
for the red door. It has a cool, relaxed atmosphere with low lounge furniture in the main
room and a pool table tucked behind. This is a traditional place, so you won't find fruity
 
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