This is an important reference point for gastronomic and design proposals in Buenos Aires, along with Palermo. Although its traditional architecture was marked by the presence of car repair shops and low buildings, it has recently undergone a significant transformation.
Its main attractions are found along Jorge Newbery, Dorrego, Corrientes and Córdoba streets.Today it boasts varied and original venues that coexist with design and art spaces.
Let’s explore it!
Chacarita’s metamorphosis
With its signature bars, designer shops and a vibrant cultural scene, Chacarita has established itself as one of the most trendiest neighbourhoods in Buenos Aires.
But, behind this modern façade lies a history of transformation. Long-time residents remember a time when Chacarita had a strong industrial character. Today, former factories have become lofts and cultural spaces, while its cobbled streets are the perfect setting for a leisurely bike ride.
With its low buildings and numerous independent restaurants, this neighbourhood exudes a cool and modern aura. Where car repair shops once flourished, you will now find bars, restaurants, vermouth bars and cafés, designer clothing shops, bookshops and barbershops. In its green spaces, such as Parque Los Andes, and along the pavements with the classic mural-covered façades, you can feel the youthful spirit of this neighbourhood.
Flavors, art and design in one place
The gastronomic centre of this neighbourhood has become very popular, especially around Dorrego, Guevara and Jorge Newbery avenues.
Precisely in one of them is found La Fuerza Bar, open daily, is located on one of these avenues. It serves a delicious vermouth alongside an exquisite menu of nibbles to share with your friends or partner. This bar was founded with the idea of highlighting a different drink, vermouth (a wine-based drink, with herbs and local identity).
The menu features two vermouth options, red and white. For those who prefer a cocktail, the menu includes Negroni, Julep, Spritz and two house specials. Additionally, there are beers and a wide selection of white and red wines.
As to the culinary offer, this bar´s star is their next-level chips. If you are looking for something more hearty, the options are potato omelette or tortilla de papas, breaded veal topped with an egg and chips or milanesa a caballo con papas fritas, or the star of the house: grilled sausage served with homemade Cremona bread. All these delicacies go perfectly with garlic alioli and a spicy sauce.
A few blocks away there is an interesting cultural offer: El Galpón de Guevara and Dumont 4040 are just some of the independent theatres worth visiting. With a unique popular spirit in the contemporary alternative scene, these venues host innovative and experimental theatre and music productions, seeking to enrichen the City´s cultural offer.
Chacarita is a haven for design lovers. Its streets feature a fascinating mix of signature shops selling everything from clothing to accessories, blending classic and modern styles. A stroll through the neighbourhood will allow you to discover the diversity and talent of its creators, attracting the most popular urban musicians , who today dress in brands from this neighbourhood.
No visit to Chacarita would be complete without visiting its emblematic cemetery, the largest in the City, located on Av. Guzmán, between Elcano, Garmendia, Del Campo, Warnes and Jorge Newbery avenues. Built in an eclectic architectural style that blends Greek and Brutalist influences, it is the final resting place of many notable figures such as the singer Carlos Gardel and the poet Alfonsina Storni.
As you can see, Chacarita is a world of possibilities. We invite you to explore every corner and discover its secrets.