Peña El Antigal
A traditional Argentine peña with live folklore music, regional cuisine, and a lively atmosphere, offering a taste of local culture.
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Peña El Antigal
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A traditional Argentine peña with live folklore music, regional cuisine, and a lively atmosphere, offering a taste of local culture.
Arrive Early
To secure a good table and get your order in promptly, aim to arrive between 8-9pm.
Generous Portions
If you're looking for hearty portions, consider ordering the milanesas.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Argentine
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+54 3868 46-3972
Address
Ntra Sra del Rosario 156, A4427 Cafayate, Salta, Argentina
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Authentic Argentine Folklore
Experience live music performances featuring local artists singing gaucho songs, with occasional dancing.
Traditional Regional Cuisine
Savor authentic Argentine dishes like humitas, empanadas, locro, and tamales, prepared with traditional flavors.
Lively Atmosphere & Wine
Enjoy a vibrant and energetic ambiance, perfect for gathering with friends, complemented by a good wine selection.
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Arrive Early
To secure a good table and get your order in promptly, aim to arrive between 8-9pm.
Generous Portions
If you're looking for hearty portions, consider ordering the milanesas.
Must-Try Dishes
Don't miss out on the tamale, humita en olla, and locro for a true taste of regional cuisine.
Be Prepared for Delays
Traditional peñas can experience delays in food service, so be patient.
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Arrive Early
To secure a good table and get your order in promptly, aim to arrive between 8-9pm.
Generous Portions
If you're looking for hearty portions, consider ordering the milanesas.
Must-Try Dishes
Don't miss out on the tamale, humita en olla, and locro for a true taste of regional cuisine.
Be Prepared for Delays
Traditional peñas can experience delays in food service, so be patient.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Peña El Antigal offers a vibrant atmosphere with live folk music that many patrons find enjoyable. While the music and ambiance are frequently praised, reviews on food quality are mixed, with some finding it excellent and others describing it as lacking flavor or being overpriced. Service can also be inconsistent, with some experiencing delays, though friendly staff is often noted.
"Great music, atmosphere, wine and food! Best humitas and empanadas I’ve tried so far!"
Isobel Barak
"Good service, live music was fun. Food is ok"
michelle o regan
"(Translated by Google) The food is very expensive for what it really is. The pork loin sandwich was flavorless, lacking salt or anything. The Milanese sandwich was also flavorless, completely neutral. The fries were cold. For empanadas, there are better places. Perhaps the knife-cut one is more affordable (it costs 300 pesos more than the ground beef empanada).
The sausage was super salty, and the rustic potatoes that came with it were very good (the only thing that lived up to expectations during the entire meal).
The lemonade was delicious, but they didn't strain it; all the residue was in the bottle.
An hour and 20 minutes of waiting, on top of that, made for a bad experience, both in terms of service and dinner. If they set chairs for 100 people, plan the meal for 100 people. One understands that a place can be full and have delays, but 1 hour and 20 minutes? I already went to eat somewhere else and came back to watch the show until then. Lastly, let them know that there's a delay of at least an hour.
The band was very good, very funny, and they sounded good. That's why they only got one star.
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Comida muy cara para lo que realmente es. El sandwich de bondiola sin sabor, sin sal ni nada. El de milanesa también sin gusto, totalmente neutro. Las papas fritas estaban frías. Para las empanadas, hay mejores lugares. Quizás la cortada a cuchillo zafa más (sale 300 pesos más que la empanada de carne molida)
La butifarra super salada, las papas rústicas que la acompañan si estaban muy buenas (lo único de toda la cena que cumplía)
La limonada estaba muy rica pero no la colaron, todos los restos ahí en la botella.
Una hora y 20 minutos de espera encima para una mala experiencia tanto en servicio como en cena. Si ponen sillas para 100 personan, planifiquen la comida para 100 personas, uno entiende que un local puede estar lleno y tener demoras, pero 1 hora y 20 min? Ya me fui a comer lado y volví para ver el espectáculo hasta eso. De última avisen que hay demora de una hora minimo.
La banda muy buena, muy graciosos y sonaban bien. Por eso solamente sube una estrella."
Guillermo Palacios
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Peña is a traditional Argentine gathering place featuring live folk music performances, dancing, and regional cuisine.
You can expect live folk music, including gaucho songs, performed by local artists, often with dancing.
Many visitors recommend the tamale, humita en olla, and locro for an authentic culinary experience.
The restaurant is listed as a family restaurant and offers a lively atmosphere suitable for various groups.
It's advisable to arrive early, between 8-9pm, to secure a table, as the place can get busy.
Arriving early (8-9pm) is recommended to get the best seats and avoid potential delays.
Yes, the milanesas are suggested for those seeking generous portions.
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Peña Fokloricos are restaurants that have live shows, involving bands singing gaucho (“cowboy”) songs and sometimes dancing. Oh, and I can’t forget the lots of wine and delicious food!. Peña El Antigal is hit or miss.
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