Palermo
At this gorgeous corner restaurant, you'll want to linger over organic and vegetarian plates washed down with tart ginger lemonade or a glass of wine. The…
Must-see restaurants in The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
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…
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…
San Telmo
Located in the city's Catalan cultural center, this excellent Spanish restaurant is big on seafood: specialties run from garlic shrimp and fresh mussels…
Atlantic Coast
A popular, music-themed bar and cafe. Each booth has been assigned its own decade and the table is plastered in artwork and photographs from famous albums…
Palermo
It's not easy to find spicy food in Buenos Aires, but Sudestada brings the heat. These tasty curries, stir-fries, soups and noodle dishes, inspired by the…
Palermo
For some of the juiciest burgers in BA, head to this popular, graffiti-covered spot. NYC-trained chef Pierre Chacra offers just four kinds to choose from,…
Atlantic Coast
This vibrant, corrugated tin shack is packed with memorabilia, rocks with reggae and salsa, and serves gourmet burgers (including veggie burgers), tacos…
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…
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…
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…
San Antonio de Areco
Another of San Antonio's historic dining venues, this elegantly restored space was once a general store. Today, it offers a quaintly rustic setting and…
San Antonio de Areco
Supremely tasty, freshly made salads, pastas, pies, burgers and a cabinet-full of tempting desserts are on offer at this deli-style restaurant, which has…
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…
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…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
Fun and flavorful, this simple parrilla, specializing in perfectly grilled steaks and top-notch salads, is a locals' favorite. The sausage and blood…
Palermo
This restaurant’s charming tiled courtyard is a pretty spot for an alfresco lunch, and the cuisine is thoroughly sophisticated. Locals and visitors come…
Puerto Madero
No surprise – grilled meat is the specialty at this sophisticated parrilla. Go for the rack of lamb or the house specialty, dry-aged beef. There are a few…
Atlantic Coast
This charming jumble of wood festooned with fishing nets is set on the sand like a barge in dry dock. And though it looks like a fish house, it's actually…
Atlantic Coast
This main-street hot spot features 36 varieties of empanadas, from the humble (minced beef) to the more elaborate (arugula, parmesan and walnuts, or bacon…
Palermo
For a change from all that meat, check out this comfort-food eatery. Four kinds of ramen are on offer, along with a good selection of bao (steamed buns)…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
Tandil's little health-food hut offers vegetarian fare, bulk foods, and a range of natural health and beauty products. Its superb deli offers assorted…
San Telmo
There’s nothing too fancy at this traditional corner parrilla (one of the best in San Telmo) – just old-time atmosphere and generous portions of tasty…
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…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
An atmospheric, locally loved, Spanish-themed brick house-bar with tasty, affordable bites. You'll love the memorabilia mounted on the walls and displayed…
Puerto Madero
Grab a sidewalk table at this upscale cafe-restaurant for delicious sandwiches, salads, coffee, and drinks, and be sure to peek at the luscious dessert…
San Telmo
Humble from the outside, this restaurant serves up some of the city's most authentic Japanese food, from tempura and teriyaki to ramen, udon noodles and –…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
Dating from 1894, its ceiling hung with hams and its floors strewn with peanut shells, this classic place serves snacks, meals and ice-cold ales to a…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
A slightly progressive kitchen set in a gorgeous, historic blue house with a windmill (hence the name). The interior is alive with art and the menu offers…
Palermo
This artsy, eclectic trattoria attracts artists, musicians and tourists, among others, with its delicious homemade pastas. Cute little patio for warm days.
Tigre & the Delta
For an upscale meal on Paseo Victorica, the city’s pleasant riverside avenue, try María del Luján, which has a gorgeous shady patio. Serves the usual…
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…
Palermo
This hole-in-the-wall parrilla (steakhouse) is nothing fancy, but it's popular with locals for a reason: the steaks, fries, and wine are great value,…
San Antonio de Areco
Open weekends only, this charming riverside spot is ideal on a warm day, when you can savor a lunch of empanadas or grilled steak under the trees. There's…
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…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
In a charming building dating from the early 18th century, this friendly neighborhood restaurant serving typical Argentine grilled meats, chicken and fish…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
An attractive cafe on the plaza serving classic chicken, beef, lamb and even some roast fish meals. Vegetarians might choose from their range of pastas or…
Belgrano, Nuñez & the Costanera Norte
With thick, golden pastry and spicy fillings, the Bolivian-style empanadas sold at this family-run joint are some of Buenos Aires' best. Also on the menu…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
A popular, upscale dinner haunt thanks to that exquisite back patio. It serves more of that mixed grill típica and local picada platters made to order…
San Telmo
Tiny but atmospheric spot with just a handful of tables serving vegetarian and vegan food. The specials change daily – expect things like aubergine…
