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
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
Buenos Aires
This simple, traditional, long-running parrilla (steakhouse) is well-known for its excellent quality meats and generous portions. Also on offer are…
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'…
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…
Recoleta & Barrio Norte
Originally founded in Bariloche (in Argentina's lakes region), Rapanui specializes in deliciously creamy helado (ice cream), adorably shaped chocolates,…
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
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
