Must-see restaurants in Mendoza & the Central Andes

  • Casarena

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    With wine glasses in the foreground and Cerro de la Plata framed by floor-length windows in the distance, the five-course meal seems almost a distraction…

  • Siete Fuegos

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Considered something of a destination restaurant because it's the flagship of acclaimed celebrity chef Francis Mallman and it's housed in the uber…

  • Osadía de Crear

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Osadia's five-course wine-paired lunch is one of the area's best, with beautifully presented dishes in portion sizes that won't bust your gut. Part of the…

  • Casa El Enemigo

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    The passionate and philosophically inclined husband-and-wife team who created El Enemigo wines have also produced this similarly unique and inspired…

  • Fuente y Fonda

    Mendoza

    Take the menu's suggestion with a grain of salt. Mains are good for two if you're overworked gauchos, but are more manageable for three healthy appetites,…

  • Bröd

    Mendoza

    There's no better spot in the city to pass a few hours on a sunny day than Bröd's whitewashed backyard patio. The pastries, sandwiches and egg dishes are…

  • Azafrán

    Mendoza

    Classic gourmet Mendoza-style, Azafrán has a rustic-chic decor true to its roots as an ordinary deli. It serves innovative versions of classic Argentine…

  • La Cima Restaurant & Parrilla

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    The name, a holdover from when the restaurant was located at high altitude in Las Leñas, could refer to its status in the Malargüe dining scene, such as…

  • Silla 14

    Mendoza

    The priciest and finest coffee in the city is served at this elegant and sophisticated cafe. Silla 14 resembles the parlor of an upscale colonial-era home…

  • Lupe Taqueria

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    A chance for a little variety, a welcome rarity in these parts, might make this taqueria's tacos and quesadillas seem exceptionally good. It's a cool and…

  • Anna Bistro

    Mendoza

    Cool, loungy-looking place with a wonderful garden area, relaxed vibe and carefully prepared dishes like lamb and ratatouille in malbec sauce and white…

  • Clos de Chacras

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Housed in a family-owned, finely restored winery in a residential neighborhood, this restaurant serves three- and seven-course wine-paired menus, as well…

  • El Palenque

    Mendoza

    Don’t miss this superb, extremely popular restaurant styled after an old-time pulpería (tavern), where the house wine is served in traditional pinguinos …

  • Via Civit

    Mendoza

    An old-school place popular with locals in an upscale neighborhood, convenient as a stop on the way to or from Parque General San Martín. The coffee and…

  • La Máquina

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Housed in a stately brick building with a sort of bland contemporary interior and appealing sidewalk seating, great for a sunny day, La Máquina is located…

  • El Patio de Jesús María

    Mendoza

    Heaped slabs of top-quality meat cooked over flaming wood chips. That's what makes this simple, low-frills restaurant one of Mendoza's favorite parrillas…

  • Soychú

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Vegetarians rejoice! This simple restaurant – attached to a health-food store selling all sorts of groceries and a range of teas – has an excellent buffet…

  • La Lucia

    Mendoza

    Formally attired waitstaff and a black-and-white checkerboard floor give this top flight steak house a classic, old-school feel. Grab a seat at a sidewalk…

  • Parrilla Nikko y Pascual

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    The menu is limited at this large parrilla facing the central plaza, but why order anything other than the house specialty: a big, juicy steak with mashed…

  • La Marchigiana

    Mendoza

    One of the city's more frequently recommended Italian restaurants, this large and light-filled dining room is usually occupied by mendocinos enjoying…

  • La Escondida

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Worth a stop when driving between Mendoza and the mountains, especially for Escondida's porch with views and charcuterie plate. Empanadas and steak are…

  • El Mercadito

    Mendoza

    Charmingly rustic with a flowering outdoor patio and an equally discerning kitchen, it's no wonder El Mercadito is often packed with young locals. The…

  • Havana Cafe

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    An outpost of the large Argentinian chain, Havana has high quality espresso drinks, frappes, snacks, cakes and their signature sweet biscuits – you can…

  • Tasca de la Plaza

    Mendoza

    With excellent Mediterranean and Spanish tapas (mostly seafood), good wines, a cozy atmosphere, rustic decor and friendly service, La Tasca is a excellent…

  • Tres Cumbres

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Centrally located modern coffee shop with windows looking out onto the city's main downtown plaza. Simple sandwiches, cookies, muffins, croissants and…

  • Cocina Poblana

    Mendoza

    The very tasty, inexpensive Middle Eastern food here (hummus, falafel, dolmas) comes as a welcome break from all that steak. The shish kebab served with…

  • Diablo's

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    This cozy little corner eatery features a great range of tapas, surprisingly fresh seafood dishes, some good local wines and an impressive range of…

  • Cheuta

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    A casual eatery with nice views from outdoor tables just outside the entrance to the water park. They brew their own beer here. Sandwiches and basic meat…

  • Mercado Central

    Mendoza

    Worth a visit for a quick meal, including pizza, pasta, sandwiches and empanadas, or simply to wander the aisles of eateries and small shops primarily…

  • Ilo Tupungato

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Ilo is generally considered the best place to eat in Tupungato – the good range of seafood dishes, especially shellfish, makes it a local winemakers’…

  • Heladeria Famiglia Perin

    Mendoza

    Traditional-looking ice-cream parlor serving up classic gelato since 1947. Wide range of flavors and good espresso drinks as well.

  • El Asadito

    Mendoza

    Deservedly popular cantina-style eatery that does juicy barbecue and meat sandwiches. Vegetarian options as well.

  • Parrillada San Cayetano

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Pickings are slim in Uspallata, so despite the slow service, overpriced sides, and skimpy portions of grilled chicken, San Cayetano is still worth a…

  • Baró

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    A sign of its popularity, this centrally located restaurant is expanding into the next door space, doubling in size. The menu is wide ranging, with a…

  • Remolacha

    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…

  • La Cantina del Español

    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…

  • Servicompras

    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,…

  • El Rancho

    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…

  • La Surfera

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    La Surfera is on the main street in the center of town. This laid-back restaurant-cafe-reggae bar is headquarters for Rodeo’s surprisingly large hippy…

  • Parador Villavicencio

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    The sole eating option at the reserve (just before the Gran Hotel Villavicencio) is this casual restaurant with good coffee, a few basic dishes, set menus…