Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Eating & Drinking
There are several dining options around Plaza San Martín. Many of the
balnearios
have
eateries where you can grab a bite beachside. In low season many restaurants are only
open on weekends.
For a drink, check out the bars on Calle 87 between Calles 4 and 6.
El Loco
PARRILLA $
( 422761; Av 10, No 3204; mains AR$40-75; noon-3pm & 8pm-midnight Tue-Sun)
Brimming
with locals, this classic neighborhood
parrilla
with blazing fire, brick walls and simple
wooden tables serves steaks cooked to order, accompanied by delicious side dishes such
as roasted red peppers or fried potatoes with garlic and parsley. El Loco is halfway
between Plaza San Martín and the Río Quequén. Reservations are a must on weekend
nights.
Ernnan's
CAFE $
( 521427; Calle 83; mains AR$42-80; 8am-late)
Directly opposite Necochea's main
square, this high-ceilinged cafe with sidewalk seating and free wi-fi makes a great place
for a snack any time of day, serving everything from
medialunas
(croissants) and gour-
met sandwiches to pizza, paella and homemade
sorrentinos
(large, round filled pastas).
Antares
BREWPUB $$$
( 421976;
www.cervezaantares.com
;
Calle 4, No 4266; mains AR$70-100; 8pm-late Wed-Sun
Apr-Nov, daily Dec-Mar)
One block in from the beach, this is yet another branch of the beau-
tiful bar-restaurant chain. There's a decent selection of pub-style food, along with several
craft-style beers (actually brewed in Mar del Plata).
Taberna Española
SPANISH $$$
( 520539; cnr Calle 83 & 8; mains AR$75-189; noon-3pm & 8pm-midnight)
Head here for
fine seafood, Spanish-style. Deals include the
plato del día
(daily special), served with
coffee or dessert for AR$65, and a three-course menu (starter, main dish and dessert) for
AR$100.
Information
Post office
(Calle 6, No 4065)
