Recoleta & Barrio Norte
If you’re looking to splurge on a night out, Elena is a great destination. Located at the Four Seasons hotel, this highly rated restaurant uses the best…
Must-see restaurants in Buenos Aires
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Buenos Aires
Located in a lovely antique house on a residential block, i Latina is one of the city's best restaurants. The set menu consists of seven courses, all…
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Buenos Aires
Thanks to fair prices and quick service, this colorful Peruvian eatery is usually packed with people devouring plates of ceviche (seafood cured in citrus)…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Afternoon tea at the Alvear Palace Hotel's flower-filled tea room is a classic Recoleta experience for a special occasion. The formal tea, served from 4…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Chef Gonzalo Aramburu’s seasonal 17-course dinner is astounding; each artistically created plate is just a few bites of gastronomic delight. Expect…
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Buenos Aires
Cadore, one of BA's classic heladerías (ice-cream parlors), was founded by the Italian Olivotti family in 1957. Famous for its version of dulce de leche …
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Buenos Aires
This much-loved pizza joint on Av Corrientes has been feeding the masses since 1932. For a quick pit stop (and the cheapest prices), order a slice of…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
This long-running, cozy little joint has some of the cheapest food in Recoleta, attracting both penny-pinching locals and thrifty tourists. Order spicy…
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Buenos Aires
This simple, traditional, long-running parrilla (steakhouse) is well-known for its excellent quality meats and generous portions. Also on offer are…
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Buenos Aires
Order a slice of pizza and a cold glass of beer – and eat it while standing up at the counter – to have the classic experience at one of Buenos Aires'…
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Buenos Aires
This colorful, hipster-friendly Vietnamese-Argentine eatery is a cozy and casual – and affordable! – foodie haven in Retiro. Order spicy noodles or pho at…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Originally founded in Bariloche (in Argentina's lakes region), Rapanui specializes in deliciously creamy helado (ice cream), adorably shaped chocolates,…
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Buenos Aires
This lively, modern Taiwanese kitchen, which opened around the corner from Plaza San Martín in 2016, is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Try the…
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Buenos Aires
Don't be put off by the fluorescent lights or the somewhat dated decor: this Peruvian gem near Plaza del Congreso is a neighborhood classic, serving up…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Ex-New Yorker Dan Perlman is the chef behind this respected puerta cerrada (closed-door restaurant) that serves gourmet five-course menus – appetizer,…
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Buenos Aires
There’s a wonderful old-time atmosphere at this bohemian eatery. The menu includes a range of sandwiches, empanadas and picadas (a plate of appetizers)…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
To sample Argentina’s regional cuisine, check out this colorful, budget-friendly eatery with huge picture windows and an old-fashioned adobe oven. Cumaná…
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Buenos Aires
Popular with the business lunch crowd, this large, pop art–style Italian pizzeria tosses dozens of varieties of thin-crust pies with fresh toppings – try…
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Buenos Aires
Korean food can’t be beat at this simple restaurant. Go for the bulgogi (grill the meat yourself at the table), bibimbap (rice bowl with meat, veggies,…
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Buenos Aires
Opened in 1904, this classic cafe in the bohemian neighborhood of Boedo is a typically porteño spot to relax with a picada (a platter of cold cuts, cheese…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
This upscale cafe-restaurant has an elegant atmosphere and attracts Recoleta’s wealthiest. Its best feature is the shady patio, complete with large…
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Buenos Aires
With a reliable menu of tasty pizzas, salads, pastas and milaneses, it's no surprise that this corner restaurant-bar in Abasto is so popular. Sit at one…
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Buenos Aires
The food is fabulous and well priced at this long-standing Middle Eastern restaurant – come with a group to sample many exotic dishes. Start with the…
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Buenos Aires
Walk up the staircase of this old building into this calm Japanese eatery that doubles as a Buddhist temple. The house specialty is homemade ramen noodles…
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Buenos Aires
Pick from over 20 sauces (including squid ink!) for your pasta, with a choice of rigatoni, fusilli, pappardelle and all sorts of stuffed varieties. If you…
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Buenos Aires
This restaurant and wine shop is an upscale eatery serving a short, gourmet menu of steaks, seafood and pasta dishes, plus small plates and charcuterie,…
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Buenos Aires
Famous for its US-style weekend brunch – which features pancakes, French toast and eggs Benedict – Malvón has a wonderfully rustic yet upscale atmosphere…
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Buenos Aires
This small but popular lunch spot is a serious Italian wine bar and restaurant to rival others in more gastronomically notable neighborhoods. Come for…
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Buenos Aires
Once a favorite of tango legend Carlos Gardel, this historic restaurant was shuttered for years before it was recently restored to its former glory. The…
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Buenos Aires
Modern and airy, this health-focused cafe chain does great salads, fresh-squeezed juices, delicious pastries and yogurt bowls, and good coffee, too. There…
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Buenos Aires
This hole-in-the-wall sandwich shop is a great stop for a grab-and-go lunch. Try the barbecue pork sandwich with cheddar cheese or the grilled zucchini…
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Buenos Aires
This traditional corner eatery is something of a downtown institution. You’ll find Argentine comfort food – simple pastas, steaks and empanadas – as well…
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Buenos Aires
Tiny bohemian Dadá, with walls painted red and a bar cluttered with wine bottles, feels like an unassuming neighborhood bar in Paris. Order something…
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Buenos Aires
Cute corner cafe in Villa Crespo. Stock up on pancakes, French toast and bagel sandwiches for breakfast, or go for the quesadillas, salmon salad or ham…
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Buenos Aires
Get your gourmet fast food fix at this modern but affordable burger joint. With fresh, creative condiments, from caramelized onions and barbecue sauce to…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
With 11 branches around the city, Persicco is many porteños' ice-cream vendor of choice. The selection of flavors will leave you spoilt for choice – take…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Treat yourself to an upscale meal in Recoleta at this excellent Spanish restaurant. The menu changes seasonally, but will usually include a paella dish…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Sample Argentina's fabulous Italian-style gelato at this upmarket ice-cream parlor. The sambayón (made with egg yolks, milk, cream, sugar and Marsala wine…
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Buenos Aires
Get off the tourist circuit and dig in for a traditional Argentine meal at this cozy corner restaurant specializing in steaks, stews, pastas and a range…
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Recoleta & Barrio Norte
This elegant, sun-drenched corner gem is a hit with local foodies, thanks to its changing menu of creative and beautifully presented dishes from ceviche…
