Restaurant in R8400 San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
Waffleria
Beloved Bariloche waffle house serving sweet and savory waffles with local chocolates and ice cream. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Waffleria is a specialist waffle café on Mitre 319 in central San Carlos de Bariloche, Patagonia, focusing entirely on sweet and savoury waffle preparations served throughout the day from breakfast through late evening. The venue has become one of the most distinctive casual eating options on Mitre — Bariloche's main pedestrian commercial street — trading on the combination of quality local chocolate, housemade dulce de leche, and Argentine artisan ice cream used as toppings and fillings.
Bariloche is Argentina's acknowledged centre of artisan chocolate production, developed through the confectionery traditions of Swiss, German, and Austrian settler communities. The chocolate programme at Waffleria reflects this heritage. The Chocolate Waffle with Ice Cream layers a crisp waffle with local dark or milk chocolate sauce and a generous scoop from a selection that includes seasonal flavours from nearby Bariloche chocolatiers. The Dulce de Leche Waffle — arguably the most locally resonant item on the menu — uses the thick, deeply caramelised Argentine milk caramel spread that functions as the country's default dessert flavour. The Savoury Ham and Cheese Waffle is the kitchen's main concession to savoury appetite and is popular with visitors using the café as a quick lunch rather than a dessert stop.
The café interior is small and warmly decorated, with a counter displaying daily toppings and a short queue forming on busy afternoons. Seating is limited; the venue handles much of its trade as takeaway, with waffles handed over in paper wrapping for eating on the go along Mitre or down to the lakefront. The pace is fast and informal, suited to a quick stop rather than a prolonged sit. No reservations are taken.
Signature dishes
- Chocolate Waffle with Ice Cream — $12
- Savory Ham & Cheese Waffle — $10
- Dulce de Leche Waffle — $11
Hours: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM daily
Reservations: Walk-in
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +54 294 442-6234
Location
Mitre 319, R8400 San Carlos de Bariloche
-41.1331, -71.3064 — View on map
Highlights
- Dulce de leche waffles using Bariloche's own artisan caramel — the city's signature food product
- Chocolate Waffle with Ice Cream drawing on the area's renowned chocolate production tradition
- Street-level café on central Mitre, ideal as a post-shopping or post-hiking sweet stop
- Savoury ham and cheese waffles available for visitors seeking a quick lunch alternative
- Takeaway-friendly format with paper-wrapped waffles for eating along the Bariloche lakefront
Tips
- Visit mid-morning (10–11 AM) or at 3 PM for the shortest queues and freshest waffle batches.
- The dulce de leche waffle is the most locally authentic choice — pair with a flat white for a satisfying Bariloche breakfast.
- Takeaway is faster than sitting in on busy days; the lakefront is a ten-minute walk and a pleasant spot to eat.
- Check the daily specials board for seasonal fruit toppings using Patagonian berries or stone fruits.
FAQ
Is Waffleria suitable for a full meal or is it primarily a snack stop?
Waffleria is primarily a snack and dessert venue. Savoury waffles can substitute for a light lunch but the kitchen does not serve full meals. It functions most naturally as a breakfast supplement, mid-afternoon snack, or dessert stop.
What makes Bariloche chocolate special?
Bariloche developed artisan chocolate production through Swiss and German settler communities and their confectionery traditions. The city now has dozens of independent chocolatiers and is widely considered Argentina's chocolate capital.
Does Waffleria have gluten-free waffles?
Gluten-free waffle batter is not standard at most Bariloche waffle cafés; confirm availability directly on arrival as menus change.
Is there seating or is it mainly a standing café?
A small number of seats are available inside. The venue processes much of its trade as takeaway on busy days; seating is not guaranteed on weekends.
Accessibility
The café is at street level on Mitre with a flat entry. The interior is narrow and compact, with limited space for wheelchairs between the counter and seating. Takeaway service from the counter is accessible for all visitors.
When to visit
Mid-afternoon between 3 PM and 5 PM offers a quieter window between the lunch and après-ski rushes; summer evenings when Mitre is busy with strollers are the liveliest time.