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…
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…
Mar del Plata
You won't find seafood any fresher or more affordable than at this down-to-earth place a few blocks inland from the entrance to the port. In business…
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…
San Telmo
Step back in time at this traditional cafe-bar. Originally a gathering place for artists and poets, this cozy corner spot still retains its bohemian…
Palermo
There's much to love about this sunny corner cafe and restaurant: perfect Aperol spritzes, leisurely brunches, deliciously al dente pastas, outdoor tables…
Palermo
What happens when you apply Texas-style barbecuing techniques to Argentine beef and pork? Some of the best sandwiches, tacos and ribs in town. This casual…
San Telmo
Grocery store–style restaurant serving wholesome pastas, casseroles, salads, cured meats and cheeses. Its sister restaurant, El Refuerzo Bar Almacen, is…
Palermo
Annex to the main branch of the famous parrilla that serves some of BA's best meats.
San Telmo
Get a taste of life in the rural pampas without leaving the city at Pulpería Quilapán, a former colonial-era house that has been transformed into the kind…
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,…
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)…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
Mauro Colagreco, a chef from La Plata whose French restaurant Mirazur is currently ranked number four in the world, caused a buzz when he opened this…
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…
Palermo
Fashionable Miranda is the parrilla (steakhouse) of choice for those looking for both style and substance. It’s a pleasant modern steakhouse with concrete…
La Boca
The same family has been running El Obrero since 1954, and a number of famous people have passed through over the years, including Bono and Robert Duvall …
Palermo
Hugely popular for grilling up some of the city's best steaks – so soft they can be cut with a spoon. Yes, it's touristy and pricey compared to the local…
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…
San Telmo
This more casual sister location of Café San Juan (one of the neighborhood's top culinary destinations) is a convenient stop for savory bites and good…
San Telmo
Dating from 1864, this historical bar is a classic, with original wooden features, black-and-white floor tiles, and an eye-catching antique bar and cash…
Tigre & the Delta
Occupying a prime corner spot on an attractive avenue is this appealing cafe serving salads, sandwiches, coffee and cakes. Inside, it's spacious, modern…
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,…
Palermo
Tired of meat? Then make a beeline for this light-filled corner eatery that specializes in healthy vegetarian fare – and is the first certified organic…
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…
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…
Palermo
Pain au chocolat and shabby chic? Oui. This French-style cafe produces the goods – dark coffee, buttery croissants and jars of tangy lemonade – and has a…
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…
San Telmo
Modern but unpretentious, this stylish corner bistro spills out onto the wide sidewalks; snag an outdoor table on a sunny afternoon. The creative menu…
San Telmo
Near the entrance to San Telmo market is this hole-in-the wall parrilla serving some of the best-value choripanes (sausage sandwiches) and vaciopanes …
La Boca
Located on the top floor of the Fundación Proa gallery is this airy cafe and eatery. Stop in briefly for espresso or fresh-squeezed juice and a gourmet…
San Telmo
This long-running, low-key parrilla (steakhouse) joint packs in both locals and tourists for chorizo (sausage) sandwiches and bife de lomo (tenderloin…
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…
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…
Palermo
Steaks by Luis is a closed-door dining experience where you'll learn about the art of the Argentine asado (barbecue). Choose from a three-course lunch, a…
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…
Atlantic Coast
A sleek eatery and the only vegetarian-friendly option in town. Expect green juices, veggie lasagna, huge salads, and among its range of wraps and…
San Telmo
Covered with a mishmash of colorful murals, this corner bar with grungy vibes and craft beer on tap has been making a name for itself as the place to go…
Palermo
This smart restaurant offers reliably good, classic dishes including braised rabbit, duck, squid and langoustine risotto, and trout along with the usual…
Palermo
You can’t get much more traditional than this atmospheric, family-run joint. Order tapas, meat platters, homemade pastas and seafood soups, or try one of…
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,…
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…