In general, restaurants are good value. They are classified by a fork sign with three forks implying a good evening out. Hotel residents are usually asked to sign a charge slip. Argentine wines are very good and inexpensive.
Local distilleries produce name brands of most well-known spirits.
Whiskies and gins are excellent, as are classic and local wines. Caribbean and South American rum add flavour to cocktails. There are no licensing laws. Buenos Aires' nightlife is vibrant. There are many theatres and concert halls featuring foreign artists.