Antares Mendoza
Arístides Villanueva, Mendoza
Bar in Mendoza, Argentina
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Argentine Craft Tap House
Why go
Antares Mendoza is the city's most accessible entry point into Argentina's craft beer scene, located on the bar-dense Arístides Villanueva strip. The kitchen takes bar food seriously enough to justify a full sitting rather than a quick drink. Walk-ins are easy, the spend is lower than nearby wine bars, and arriving before 10 PM keeps the noise at a manageable level.
About Antares Mendoza
Is Antares Mendoza worth visiting?
Yes — if you're spending time on Arístides Villanueva, Mendoza's most concentrated stretch of bars and restaurants, Antares earns a stop. It's part of the Antares craft beer chain, which originated in Mar del Plata and has become one of Argentina's most recognised microbrewery brands. That context matters: this is not a one-off local experiment. The brewery's house beers are the reason to come, and the food is taken seriously enough to hold its own alongside the drinks rather than play second fiddle.
Arístides Villanueva runs through the heart of Mendoza's bar district, and the energy on this street peaks in the early evening. Antares fits the mood: the room is lively without being overwhelming before 10 PM, making it a workable choice for conversation over a flight of beers. Later in the night the noise climbs, so if atmosphere matters to you, arrive between 7 and 9 PM for the leading combination of energy and audibility.
On food: Antares positions its kitchen as more than a bar snack operation. The food menu is designed to pair with craft beer, which in practice means heavier, flavour-forward options — think the kind of bar food that actually rewards eating slowly rather than ordering just to soak up the drinks. For an explorer who wants to understand Mendoza's drinking culture beyond wine, this is a legitimate and practical stop. The city's wine dominance can make it easy to overlook the local craft beer scene entirely, Antares is the clearest entry point into it.
Compared to the wine bars clustered nearby, Antares offers a different proposition: lower average spend, a more casual register, and no need to have strong opinions about Malbec vintages. It sits comfortably alongside Azafran and Bianco & Nero Arístides as part of an evening circuit on the same street rather than a destination in its own right.
Booking is easy, walk-ins are the norm here. No dress code, no tasting menu format, no pre-planning required. Check our full Mendoza bars guide if you want to build a fuller evening around it, or pair it with a visit to Mendoza's wineries for the full range of what the region drinks.
Also worth knowing: Antares has locations across Argentina, so if you've already tried a branch in Buenos Aires, the Mendoza outpost runs to a consistent standard rather than offering something you won't find elsewhere. For travellers passing through, it remains a solid, low-effort addition to an evening on Arístides Villanueva.
Quick reference: Arístides Villanueva 161, Mendoza, walk-ins only, casual dress, leading visited 7–9 PM, part of the national Antares craft beer chain.
See also: Ampora Wine Tours, Café Rumano, our full Mendoza restaurants guide, our full Mendoza hotels guide, our full Mendoza experiences guide, 878 Bar in Buenos Aires, Chato's Wine Bar in Cafayate, Bar Leather Apron in Honolulu.
Planning details
- Location
- Arístides Villanueva 161, M5500 Capital, Mendoza, Argentina
- Website
- facebook.com/antaresmendozaoficial
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Antares Mendoza reads like a confident neighbourhood taproom on a busy city strip. It occupies a street‑level spot where foot traffic from locals and wine‑country visitors converges, and the interior deliberately avoids both boutique austerity and hotel formality. The bar belongs to Argentina’s scaled craft brewery movement, so the tone is earnest and product‑driven rather than flashy. Even amid the animated after‑dark scene of Arístides Villanueva, the place keeps a practical, approachable energy—the kind of bar that prizes good beer and solid service over spectacle.
Best For
This is a late‑night hangout for people who want a serious beer program inside an easygoing neighborhood setting. Positioned on Mendoza’s lively Arístides Villanueva, Antares draws both locals and wine‑country visitors walking the avenue after sundown. It suits groups and casual meetups as well as solo drops‑in for a pint; the profile of the venue emphasizes craft beer and steady production rather than an elevated tasting‑room formality. If you’re out for an animated evening in the bar district, Antares fits naturally into an exploratory stroll of the strip.
Ordering Tips
Focus on the beer program: Antares is presented as part of one of Argentina’s more established craft‑brewery groups, so order from tap to experience the brand’s consistent recipes and production depth. The write‑up also notes a growing conversation around mixed drinks at local bars, so don’t hesitate to sample cocktails if they’re offered. Given the taproom character, expect straightforward, well‑executed pours rather than theatrical presentations—ask staff for house recommendations or what’s fresh on tap when you arrive.
Venue details
Ambiance
Lively and relaxed pub atmosphere with vibrant energy, perfect for socializing over beers on the patio.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Beer Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 4am
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Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Arístides Villanueva 161, M5500 Capital, Mendoza, Argentina
Planning details
Location
Arístides Villanueva 161, M5500 Capital, Mendoza, Argentina · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ruda, Notable alternative
- VinoBien, Notable alternative
- PH bar-restaurante, Notable alternative
- Ampora Wine Tours, Notable alternative
- Azafran, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Antares Mendoza compares to other bars in Mendoza
If you're deciding between Antares and the wine-focused options nearby, the split comes down to what you're drinking. Azafran is the stronger choice for serious wine exploration with food that matches its ambition, it runs at a higher price point and requires more planning to book. Antares wins on ease: lower spend, no reservation needed, and a more casual register that suits an early-evening stop before moving on.
Ampora Wine Tours and PH bar-restaurante occupy different niches, Ampora leans into the touring and tasting experience, while PH skews more restaurant than bar. If you want to sit, drink well, and eat food worth eating, Antares and VinoBien are the more direct comparisons. VinoBien suits the reader who wants to stay in the wine lane with a lighter, more curated list; Antares suits the reader who wants to step outside it entirely.
For an evening circuit on Arístides Villanueva, Antares works well as an opening act rather than the headline. Start here with a beer flight and food, then move to a wine bar like Azafran or Bianco & Nero Arístides for the second half of the night. That sequence gives you the full range of what Mendoza's drinking scene offers without over-committing to one format.
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Compare Antares Mendoza
| Venue | Booking Difficulty | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Antares Mendoza | Easy | No published awards |
| Ruda | Unknown | No published awards |
| VinoBien | Unknown | No published awards |
| PH bar-restaurante | Unknown | No published awards |
| Ampora Wine Tours | Unknown | No published awards |
| Azafran | Unknown | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Antares Mendoza good for a date?
Yes, with caveats. Arístides Villanueva 161 puts you in the middle of Mendoza's liveliest bar corridor, which means energy but also noise. It works better for an early-evening drink before dinner than as a full sit-down date venue. If you want something quieter and more food-focused, Azafran is the stronger call for a date night.
Do I need a reservation at Antares Mendoza?
For drinks at the bar, no reservation is needed. If you're arriving as a group on a Friday or Saturday, showing up early in the evening is the practical move — Arístides Villanueva fills up and walk-in waits get long later in the night.
What's the crowd like at Antares Mendoza?
Expect a mixed crowd of locals and wine tourists. Arístides Villanueva is the social spine of Mendoza's centro, so Antares draws people passing through the strip as much as destination regulars. It skews younger in the evenings, with a more relaxed, neighbourhood-bar feel earlier in the day.
Is the food good at Antares Mendoza?
Antares is primarily a bar with food rather than a restaurant with a bar — keep that framing and you won't be disappointed. It's a reasonable option for something to eat while you drink on the strip, but if food is the priority, Ruda or Azafran are better-suited venues nearby.
Is Antares Mendoza good for groups?
Yes, groups are well served here. The Arístides Villanueva location means easy access, and the bar format suits groups that want flexibility over a structured sit-down meal. For larger parties wanting a more curated experience, PH bar-restaurante is worth comparing.
What's the signature drink at Antares Mendoza?
Antares is an Argentine craft beer brand with locations across the country, so the beers are the draw here — not cocktails or wine. If you're on Arístides Villanueva specifically for Mendoza wine, VinoBien or Ampora Wine Tours are more purpose-built for that.
