El Rancho de Ferrito
Chilecito's most classic old-school eatery, run from the same corner for over forty years and famous for its fried empanadas and La Rioja-style dishes.
El Rancho de Ferrito is at 647 Pelagio B. Luna Avenue and is the most reviewed restaurant in Chilecito. Local guides call it the most classic eatery in town. Its signature is crispy criollo fried empanadas, and it also serves La Rioja-style pork chops, spare ribs, locro stew and grilled meats, paired with local wines. Roast kid goat is not always available. The setting is simple and homey and the portions are generous. Closed on Mondays, and dinner doesn't open until after 9 p.m.
Opening hours
Tuesday to Sunday 12:00-15:00 and 21:00-00:30; closed Mondays
Nearby sights
- Chirau Mita Botanical Garden
- Museo Molino de San Francisco
- Bodega La Riojana
- Chapel of Santa Clara de Asís, Los Sarmientos
- Cristo del Portezuelo
- Tamberías del Inca
- Samay Huasi Museum
- Cablecarril Chilecito–La Mejicana Museum (Station 1)