Palermo
A world away from its hip neighbors, this classic joint holds on to tradition and has a loyal, local clientele. Quirky art adorns the walls including…
Must-see restaurants in Argentina
Mar del Plata
This stylish cafe has several locations in town; one of the nicest is on the pedestrian promenade of San Martín, near the cathedral. Have a quick cortado …
Mendoza & the Central Andes
This is one of the biggest parrillas in town. The dining room is a bit ordinary, but eating in the garden is a lush experience. Get a table by the picture…
Bariloche
This restaurant of polished tree trunk and rough-hewn stone has been around for decades and still pairs lake views with good-value regional specialties…
Mendoza & the Central Andes
Considering its setting, with vaulted ceilings housed in the basement of a grand colonial era building on the city's central plaza, this restaurant is a…
Salta
A French crêperie and pizzeria combined in one. Their crêpes are stuffed with tasty savory and sweet options, including chicken, corn and mushrooms,…
Jujuy
This buzzy two-level corner joint is one of those hybrid places that always look good on paper but rarely work. Yet this does, thanks to the big…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Missing Texas-style barbecue from back home? Here’s the place to scratch that itch. Texan Larry Rogers grills up the city’s best beef and pork ribs, along…
Coastal Patagonia
American Tex-Mex and cocktail hour has arrived in Patagonia. Buffalo wings, potato skins and steak dishes are just some of the unlikely but well-executed…
Atlantic Coast
At this popular Tex-Mex eatery on Pinamar's main street, the fun begins at the entryway, adorned with cactus-shaped lamps and papel picado (colorful…
Quebrada de Humahuaca
This long-standing local restaurant, where the scrawls of happy customers adorn the walls, offers live folklórico music with no cover charge from 9:30pm…
Cafayate
A notable plaza bar and grill – in addition to typical Argentine offerings it has a nice range of vegetarian fare, including wok-fried vegetables,…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
This traditional restaurant hasn’t changed much since Jorge Luis Borges was a regular; try the brochettes (shish kebabs) or homemade ravioli. Service is…
Mendoza & the Central Andes
Midday in Barreal means this gas-station-cum-bus stop is the only game in town as far as foodstuffs are concerned. The small grocery has snacks, cookies,…
Mar del Plata
A Mexican restaurant off Plaza San Martín (though they also serve pizza for some reason) offering inauthentic, occasionally satisfying, nachos, burritos,…
Palermo
Specializing in organic and natural fare, this place has a good range of fish and vegetarian options, including tasty sandwiches, wraps, salads, and fish…
The Gran Chaco
Alongside the square, this spacious restaurant is set in the Club del Progreso and is the town's most reliable option although that's not saying a lot…
Atlantic Coast
Popular, reasonably consistent, atmospheric and right off the square, this busy and casually elegant parrilla is a decent option. In addition to succulent…
Palermo
The restaurant at the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires serves a range of Italian and Mediterranean fare. The outdoor tables with crisp white…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
This upscale kitchen serves roast trout and salmon, chicken and beef dinners. The leather table cloths aren't what you might choose but we think you'll…
Mar del Plata
With indoor and outdoor seating across from the waterfront near Plaza Colón, Alito is popular for its central location and wide ranging, if not…
Ushuaia
This classic grill and brewpub is deservedly popular with locals. Standouts include barbecue ribs, big salads and burgers. It’s good value, with generous…
Córdoba & the Central Sierras
With one of the widest menus in town, Blumen serves up tasty, if slightly expensive, dishes with German flair. It’s a great spot for a few drinks – the…
Coastal Patagonia
This restored century-old frontier bar is run with an eye to preserving local tradition. The homemade fish empanadas (baked savory turnovers) are…
Palermo
Good-sized portions and reasonable prices are the main draws of this corner eatery. Choose from typical parrilla cuts or traditional Argentine foods such…
Atlantic Coast
Sitting on the edge of Necochea's main square, this high-ceilinged resto-bar with sidewalk seating, hip soundtrack, and free wi-fi makes a great place for…
Tierra del Fuego
An upscale chain in Tierra del Fuego, this nonetheless cozy spot hosts both ladies having tea and cake, and boys at the varnished bar downing beer and…
Mendoza & the Central Andes
Uspallata's most upscale restaurant has an open barbecue grill carved out of a wall in the center of the dining room. Meat, especially a good roasted…
Salta
A greasy corner grill packed with locals who stroll up day and night (it's open 21 hours a day) for burgers, chicken, lomo (sirloin) and chorizo…
Atlantic Coast
This tenedor libre (all-you-can-eat restaurant), efficiently run by a Chinese family, is a good choice if you're famished after a marathon bus ride…
Atlantic Coast
A lively restaurant, with ample outdoor-deck seating with dishes ranging from Mediterranean to Asian fusion, along with gourmet crepes, sushi and…
Córdoba
Fine dining in stylish surrounds. The menu doesn't wander too far from your standard Argentine pasta and meat fare, but there's an enjoyable mix of…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
Bright and cheery restaurant with beachy white furniture and a pretty outdoor patio serving decent burgers, sandwiches, salads and classic mains such as…
Ushuaia
Nothing fancy, this classic, dated Argentine cafe nonetheless charms with inexpensive prices and swift-footed bow-tied waiters who want to try out their…
Salta & the Andean Northwest
Pizza and pasta are served in this atmospheric eatery. Dishes are decent and service is swift and professional. Ask for extra tomato sauce on your pizza –…
Salta
This central spot with costumed waiters lays it on thick for tourists. Nevertheless, it is an attractive, faux-dobe spot to sit and try northwestern…
Ushuaia
Serving hearty local fare including black-bean stew, flavorful salads and roasted hake, this new addition is refreshingly without pretension. The recycled…
Mar del Plata
Another nice choice on port, this full-service restaurant comes with loads of atmosphere – think: brick walls, columns and Barcelona FC flags flying with…
El Chaltén
This pint-sized log restaurant is known for its good price-to-quality ratio. Bus drivers feed on oversized milanesas that could feed a family of four,…
Salta & the Andean Northwest
This sociable and pleasant bungalow is a popular all-day spot for a coffee, a sandwich or a slice of cake. It bills itself as a teahouse, and there's…
