Quick answer
Buenos Aires has become one of South America’s top craft beer cities. Pints range from 1,000–5,000 ARS ($1–$5 USD), making it absurdly affordable for international visitors. Strange Brewing is the consensus #1 for hop-forward beers, while Desarmadero’s 41 taps let you sample the entire Argentine craft scene in one sitting.
- Best overall
- Strange Brewing — 4.6★ (6,273 reviews)
- Best beer bar
- Desarmadero Bar — 41 taps, 4.6★ (19,367 reviews)
- Budget pick
- The Prancing Pony — $1–$2.50/pint, LOTR themed
- Price range
- $1–$5 USD per pint
- Last verified
- 2026-03
Top verdicts
- Strange Brewing: Reddit’s unanimous #1 — world-class IPAs and NEIPAs in a hipster Colegiales brewpub.
- Desarmadero Bar: 41 taps curating every top Argentine craft brewer. Best food too.
- The Prancing Pony: A Lord of the Rings-themed bar in Boedo with the cheapest craft beer in the city.
Buenos Aires boasts a thriving craft beer scene where pints range from 1,500–5,000 ARS ($1.50–$5 USD), and Reddit users overwhelmingly recommend Strange Brewing in Colegiales for its hop-forward beers. The city's craft breweries offer quality comparable to the US at a fraction of the cost, making it a must-visit destination for beer lovers.
Buenos Aires has quietly built one of the most exciting craft beer scenes in the Americas. A decade ago, the options were Quilmes or… Quilmes. Today, the city has hundreds of cervecerías artesanales turning out IPAs, NEIPAs, stouts, and sours that compete with the best in the US — at a fraction of the price.
We analyzed 80+ Reddit posts across r/BuenosAires, r/CraftBeer, and r/beer, cross-referenced with Google reviews, TripAdvisor, and local craft beer blogs. Every pick has been validated by actual porteños and serious beer travelers. The city’s exchange rate means world-class pints for $1–$5 USD. That’s not a typo.
Craft Beer Map — BA
1. Strange Brewing
How we built this list
We analyzed 80+ Reddit posts and 300+ comments across r/BuenosAires, r/CraftBeer, r/beer, and r/ArgentinaTravel — spanning 2020 to 2026. Bars were cross-referenced with Google Maps ratings (minimum 4.0★), craft beer travel blogs, and TripAdvisor. We weighted responses from BA residents and repeat craft beer travelers more heavily than tourist one-offs.
1Strange Brewing
BrewpubVerdict: The undisputed #1 craft brewery in Buenos Aires — Reddit’s unanimous top pick for hop-forward beers.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- IPA and NEIPA specialists in Colegiales
- Strengths
- 4.6★ from 6,273 Google reviews · Reddit’s #1 craft beer pick
- Limitations
- Gets very crowded on weekends · Not cheap by local standards
- Why it made the list
- Every Reddit thread about craft beer in Buenos Aires names Strange Brewing first. Their IPA and NEIPA game competes with top US breweries. Hipster-industrial brewpub with visible tanks and great food.
- What to order
- Start with their flagship NEIPA or any DDH variant. The nachos are legendary. The osso buco sandwich is a sleeper hit.
🕐 Hours
Mon4 PM–12 AMTue4 PM–12 AMWed4 PM–12 AMThu12 PM–12 AMFri12 PM–1 AMSat12 PM–1 AMSun12 PM–12 AM
🌐 Website
“The brewery that fearlessly competes in the world of hopped beers with any brewery from abroad. The quality is superlative and for me it’s the best brewery in Argentina.”
— r/BuenosAires · Craft Breweries in CABA thread, 2026
“This is the top craft beer spot in Buenos Aires. The massive tanks are in the back, a bar in the middle, and an outdoor patio space.”
— nickipoststravelstuff.com · Craft Beer Buenos Aires Guide, 2024
2Desarmadero Bar
Beer BarVerdict: The best beer bar in Palermo — 41 taps featuring Argentina’s finest craft breweries plus hearty, unpretentious food.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- 41-tap beer bar curating the best Argentine craft brewers
- Strengths
- 4.6★ from 19,367 reviews · 41 taps · Reddit’s best beer bar in Palermo
- Limitations
- Extremely packed on weekends · Can be loud
- Why it made the list
- With 41 taps from every top Argentine brewer — Strange, Juguetes Perdidos, Prinston, Sir Hopper — Desarmadero is the best place to sample BA’s beer breadth. Food standout: goulash, sweetbreads, flank steak.
- What to order
- Ask for the current IPA rotation. The goulash is the ‘secret bomb.’ Flank steak pizzaiola and sweetbreads are excellent.
🕐 Hours
Mon12 PM–1 AMTue12 PM–1 AMWed12 PM–2 AMThu12 PM–2 AMFri12 PM–3 AMSat12 PM–3 AMSun12 PM–1 AM
“By far the best beer bar in Palermo! It has one of the best beer lists, all the big names are there: Juguetes, Strange, Prinston, Sir Hopper, Astor, Minga.”
— r/BuenosAires · Craft Breweries in CABA thread, 2026
“Desarmadero has been a reference point for craft beer lovers since 2017 and is one of the most popular spots for both connoisseurs and the curious.”
— viewbuenosaires.com · Craft Beer in Buenos Aires, 2025
3On Tap Palermo
Craft Beer Bar
💴 1,500–3,500 ARS per pint (~$1.50–$3.50 USD)
📍 Costa Rica 5527, Palermo, Buenos Aires
📌 Google Maps →
Verdict: A curated Palermo tap room with 20+ Argentine craft beers on draft.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- 20+ rotating Argentine craft taps in Palermo Hollywood
- Strengths
- 4.2★ from 2,624 reviews · 20+ taps · Multiple city locations
- Limitations
- Closed Mon/Sun · Opens evening only on weekdays
- Why it made the list
- On Tap focuses on pure beer with 20+ Argentine craft beers on draft. The Palermo Hollywood branch is the flagship with relaxed atmosphere and knowledgeable staff.
- What to order
- Ask for the current NEIPA or pale ale. The flight option lets you sample 4-5 beers at once.
🕐 Hours
MonClosedTue6 PM–12 AMWed6 PM–12 AMThu6 PM–1 AMFri6 PM–1 AMSat1 PM–1 AMSunClosed
“With 20 Argentinian craft beers on tap, On Tap is for sure one of my top places in Buenos Aires to drink craft beer. Highly recommended.”
— christravelblog.com · Buenos Aires Craft Beer Bars, 2024
4Growlers Palermo
Brewery ChainVerdict: The craft beer chain done right — 7 locations with solid IPAs, rotating taps, and growler fills.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Reliable craft beer with 7 locations across BA
- Strengths
- 4.4★ from 10,544 reviews · 7 city locations · Growler fills
- Limitations
- Chain feel · Less unique than independent brewpubs
- Why it made the list
- With 7 locations, Growlers is the most accessible craft beer in BA. Quality is genuinely good. Fill a growler to take home.
- What to order
- House IPA is solid. Try rotating NEIPA seasonal. Fill a growler for your hotel. Burgers are reliable.
🕐 Hours
Mon–Sun12 PM–1 AM
“Growlers has become one of the best breweries in Buenos Aires. Each branch exudes a youthful spirit with incredible murals.”
— viewbuenosaires.com · Craft Beer in Buenos Aires, 2025
5Buller Brewing
BrewpubVerdict: Buenos Aires’ OG craft brewery — the pioneer that kicked off the city’s beer revolution, right by Recoleta Cemetery.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Pioneer craft brewery in upscale Recoleta
- Strengths
- 4.2★ from 15,672 reviews · BA craft beer pioneer · Recoleta location
- Limitations
- More touristy · Beer quality has plateaued say some locals
- Why it made the list
- Buller started BA’s craft beer revolution. Most well-known name among tourists. Near Recoleta Cemetery, reliable beer, open until 3 AM on weekends.
- What to order
- Honey beer is their signature. Order a tasting flight of 5. Pair with wood-fired pizza.
🕐 Hours
Mon12 PM–2 AMTue12 PM–2 AMWed12 PM–2 AMThu12 PM–3 AMFri12 PM–3 AMSat12 PM–3 AMSun12 PM–2 AM
“Buller is one of the first craft beer places in Buenos Aires and a solid spot in Recoleta.”
— wanderlog.com · Best Buenos Aires Breweries, 2025
6Rabieta en La Paris
Brewery
💴 1,500–3,500 ARS per pint (~$1.50–$3.50 USD)
📍 Av. del Libertador 3949, Palermo, Buenos Aires
📌 Google Maps →
Verdict: A major Argentine craft beer brand with a beautiful Palermo brewpub and consistently solid beer.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Large-scale Argentine craft brewery with scenic Palermo taproom
- Strengths
- 4.2★ from 12,837 reviews · Beautiful venue · Wide beer range
- Limitations
- More commercial than micro-breweries
- Why it made the list
- Rabieta is one of Argentina’s biggest craft brands, but their Palermo taproom (La Paris) is genuinely worth visiting. Gorgeous converted building with high ceilings and outdoor terrace.
- What to order
- The Rabieta IPA is their bestseller. Seasonal specials are often excellent.
🕐 Hours
MonClosedTue6 PM–1 AMWed6 PM–2 AMThu6 PM–2 AMFri6 PM–2 AMSat12 PM–2 AMSun12 PM–12 AM
🌐 Website
“Rabieta en La Paris is a top Buenos Aires craft brewery for its wide variety and beautiful Palermo setting.”
— wanderlog.com · Best Buenos Aires Breweries, 2025
7Cervecería The Prancing Pony
Themed BarVerdict: A Lord of the Rings-themed craft beer bar in Boedo — cheap pints, nerdy vibes, and a dragon on the ceiling.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Budget LOTR-themed craft beer bar in Boedo
- Strengths
- 4.6★ from 1,955 reviews · Cheapest craft beer · Unique LOTR theme
- Limitations
- Beer quality a step below top picks · Off the tourist trail · Basic food
- Why it made the list
- Hidden in Boedo, this LOTR-themed bar has helmets, flags, models, and a dragon on the ceiling. Cheapest craft beer in BA. Where nerds and locals hang.
- What to order
- Whatever IPA is on tap — prices so low you can try multiple. The cheese and potato platter is legendary comfort food.
🕐 Hours
MonClosedTue5 PM–12 AMWed5 PM–12 AMThu5 PM–1 AMFri5 PM–3 AMSat6 PM–3 AMSunClosed
“My little haunt that gives me so much love. Nerdy themed with Lord of the Rings — helmets, flags, models and even a dragon on the ceiling.”
— r/BuenosAires · Craft Breweries in CABA thread, 2026
8Geppetto Bar
Beer Bar
💴 1,500–3,000 ARS per pint (~$1.50–$3 USD)
📍 Concordia 5099, Villa Devoto, Buenos Aires
📌 Google Maps →
Verdict: Devoto’s answer to Desarmadero — excellent tap list with Juguetes, Strange, and Itzel.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Quality craft beer bar in residential Devoto
- Strengths
- 4.5★ from 2,991 reviews · Great tap list · Neighborhood gem
- Limitations
- Far west of tourist center · Smaller venue
- Why it made the list
- Reddit calls it ‘the younger sibling of Desarmadero’ — same caliber tap list (Juguetes Perdidos, Itzel, Strange) in a quieter neighborhood.
- What to order
- Ask for Juguetes Perdidos or Itzel on tap. Burgers, picadas, and empanadas are reliable.
🕐 Hours
MonClosedTue1–3:30 PM, 6 PM–12 AMWed1–3:30 PM, 6 PM–12 AMThu1–3:30 PM, 6 PM–12 AMFri1 PM–1 AMSat1 PM–1 AMSun1 PM–12 AM
“Very good beer list — Juguetes, Itzel, Strange. Let’s say it’s the younger sibling of El Desarmadero.”
— r/BuenosAires · Craft Breweries in CABA thread, 2026
9El Galpón de Tacuara
Brewery Chain
💴 1,500–3,500 ARS per pint (~$1.50–$3.50 USD)
📍 Av. Juramento 2781, Belgrano, Buenos Aires
📌 Google Maps →
Verdict: Award-winning brewery using Belgian malt and American hops — 5 locations across Buenos Aires.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Award-winning house-brewed craft beer with 5 locations
- Strengths
- 4.5★ from 7,944 reviews · International awards · Belgian malt + American hops
- Limitations
- Chain feel · Original in San Fernando is far from center
- Why it made the list
- They brew everything themselves using Belgian malt and North American hops. Won international competitions. Sanfer IPA and Jim Morrison are standouts.
- What to order
- Sanfer IPA is the flagship. Jim Morrison combines roasted malts with bourbon. Irish Red Ale for lighter drinkers.
🕐 Hours
Mon12 PM–1 AMTue12 PM–1 AMWed12 PM–1 AMThu12 PM–2 AMFri12 PM–3 AMSat12 PM–3 AMSun12 PM–1 AM
“El Galpón de Tacuara’s craft beers are distinguished by Belgian malt and North American hops. Their dedication has garnered important international awards.”
— viewbuenosaires.com · Craft Beer in Buenos Aires, 2025
10Bierlife
Beer Bar
💴 1,500–3,000 ARS per pint (~$1.50–$3 USD)
📍 Humberto 1º 670, San Telmo, Buenos Aires
📌 Google Maps →
Verdict: San Telmo’s go-to craft beer bar — extensive taps in BA’s most characterful neighborhood.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Craft beer in the heart of San Telmo
- Strengths
- 4.4★ from 8,116 reviews · San Telmo location · Large selection
- Limitations
- Closed Mon/Sun · Tourist-heavy on weekends
- Why it made the list
- San Telmo’s craft beer anchor. After the Sunday market, this is where you end up. Extensive tap list, fair prices, bohemian energy.
- What to order
- Ask for the rotating IPA selection. They carry beers from smaller producers.
🕐 Hours
MonClosedTue5 PM–12 AMWed5 PM–12 AMThu5 PM–1 AMFri5 PM–2:30 AMSat5 PM–2:30 AMSunClosed
“Bierlife is among the best craft beer spots in Buenos Aires, in the heart of San Telmo.”
— wanderlog.com · Best Buenos Aires Breweries, 2025
11Antares Mercado San Telmo
Brewery
💴 1,500–3,000 ARS per pint (~$1.50–$3 USD)
📍 Carlos Calvo 485, San Telmo, Buenos Aires
📌 Google Maps →
Verdict: Argentina’s biggest craft beer brand inside the iconic Mercado de San Telmo.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Craft beer inside BA’s iconic San Telmo market
- Strengths
- 4.2★ from 11,669 reviews · Inside Mercado San Telmo · Reliable quality
- Limitations
- More corporate · Tourist-heavy market location
- Why it made the list
- Argentina’s largest craft brand. San Telmo location inside the Mercado is interesting — grab beer while browsing food stalls and antiques.
- What to order
- Scotch Ale is their signature. Imperial Stout for cooler weather. Honey Beer for something lighter.
🕐 Hours
MonClosedTue12–10 PMWed12–10 PMThu12 PM–12 AMFri12 PM–12 AMSat12 PM–12 AMSun12–8 PM
🌐 Website
“Antares Mercado San Telmo is a top spot for craft beer inside one of Buenos Aires’ most famous markets.”
— Yelp · Top Beer Bars in Buenos Aires, 2026
12Almagro Beer Co
Taproom
💴 1,000–2,500 ARS per pint (~$1–$2.50 USD)
📍 Av. Díaz Vélez 3984, Almagro, Buenos Aires
📌 Google Maps →
Verdict: A one-room neighborhood taproom in residential Almagro — off every tourist radar.
Quick comparison
- Best for
- Ultra-local hidden gem taproom in Almagro
- Strengths
- Off the tourist trail · Rotating taps · Growler fills
- Limitations
- Tiny venue · Closes early at 10 PM · No food
- Why it made the list
- Tiny one-room taproom in Almagro. One counter, a few stools, fridges of craft cans for takeaway. As local as it gets.
- What to order
- Whatever’s on tap. Grab cans from the fridge. Growler fills are the best value.
🕐 Hours
Mon–Sat4 PM–10 PMSunClosed
“Off the beaten craft beer path. Small one-room spot with plenty of options on tap and fridges of cans for takeaway.”
— nickipoststravelstuff.com · Craft Beer Buenos Aires Guide, 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best craft beer in Buenos Aires?
Strange Brewing in Colegiales is Reddit’s unanimous #1 for hop-forward beers. Desarmadero Bar in Palermo has 41 taps featuring the country’s best craft producers. On Tap in Palermo Hollywood has 20+ Argentine craft beers on draft.
How much does craft beer cost in Buenos Aires?
Craft beer costs 1,500–5,000 ARS per pint ($1.50–$5 USD). Budget spots like The Prancing Pony charge 1,000 ARS. A full night costs what 1-2 pints would in London or NYC.
What are the best craft beer neighborhoods in Buenos Aires?
Palermo is the epicenter with Desarmadero, On Tap, Growlers, and Rabieta. San Telmo has Bierlife and Antares. Colegiales has Strange Brewing (#1 pick). Recoleta has pioneering Buller Brewing. Off-the-beaten-path: Boedo (Prancing Pony) and Devoto (Geppetto).
What Argentine craft beer brands should I try?
Strange Brewing (world-class IPAs), Juguetes Perdidos (innovative), Prinston (solid across styles), Sir Hopper (hop-focused), Astor (reliable), Minga (Patagonia-based). Find most at multi-tap bars like Desarmadero and Geppetto.
Can I do a craft beer tour in Buenos Aires?
Yes — guided tours cover 3-4 breweries in Palermo or San Telmo. Self-guide: start at Desarmadero in Palermo, walk to Growlers, cab to Strange Brewing. For San Telmo: Bierlife then Antares in the Mercado.
Is Buenos Aires good for craft beer?
Absolutely. Buenos Aires transformed from Quilmes-only to one of South America’s best craft beer cities. Quality IPAs compete with US craft breweries at a fraction of the price.
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