Argentina Guide
The Litoral and the Gran Chaco
Nightlife and entertainment
1 Piluso Alvear and Catamarca Pleasing wood-panelled bar on an attractive corner in Pichincha. Good range of beers and also fruity non-alcoholic drinks.
2 Bar del Mar Balcarce and Tucumán Cool bar with aquatically inspired blue walls. Good selection of laid-back music and a trendy but friendly crowd.
3 La Sede San Lorenzo and Entre Ríos Elegant and rather literary bar in a fabulous Art Nouveau building – a favourite meeting-place for Rosario's artistic celebrities. Theatrical/cabaret evenings.
4 Pasaporte Maipú and Urquiza Stylish bar with outside tables on a pleasant corner down near the riverfront. Coffee, alcoholic drinks and a large selection of filled crepes. Board games available.
5 Berlín Pje Zabala 1128, between the 300 block of Mitre and Sarmiento www.elberlin.com.ar Regular cabaret and musical events from Thurs to Sun at this popular bar.
6 Catalinas Av Colombres 2600 The club in the summer – a big, mainstream disco along the Rambla Catalunya with outside bar area and a young, lively crowd.
7 Centro Asturiano San Luis 644 Setting for popular milonga on Sat from 11pm – also tango classes at 10pm and salsa classes at 9pm.
8 Las Chirusas Av Rivadavia 2455 Tango classes for beginners and above every Tues at this popular milonga.
9 Gotika City Club Mitre 1739 www.gotikacityclub.com.ar A loft, three bars and a garden are all features at the city's main gay disco, with regular shows and events.
10 Peña La Amistad Maipú 1121 
0341/447-1037 A good spot to listen to folk music, especially chamamé and other regional styles. Snacks such as empanadas and tamales are served. Opening time: Fri and Sat from 11pm
11 Teatro El Círculo Laprida 1235 0341/448-3784 www.teatro-elcirculo.com.ar In addition to theatrical and musical events, Rosario's most famous theatre hosts a popular Wed night milonga.
12 Timotea Av Colombres 1340, just before Rambla Catalunya Similar atmosphere to Catalinas; a swish mainstream disco attracting the tanned hordes of summer.
13 Vudú Patio de la Madera, Av Santa Fe Located next to the bus terminal, this big techno club attracts a trendy crowd. Opening time: Closed during the summer season