Must-see restaurants in Argentina

  • Bamboo Brasas

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    As you'd expect, this upmarket parrilla does wonderful things with meat, from steaks to morcilla and chorizo. Some even claim that it serves the best meat…

  • La Gorda

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    This is El Bolsón's don't-miss eating spot, with large portions of delicious, well-prepared food in relaxed, stylish surrounds. There are good vegetarian…

  • La Esquina de Merti

    San Antonio de Areco

    Located right on the plaza, this corner bar and restaurant is one of San Antonio de Areco's most traditional and atmospheric. Stop in for coffee,…

  • L’Orangerie

    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…

  • Pistach'

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    A feisty newcomer on a dining scene dominated by parrillas and pizzerias, Pistach' blends elegant surroundings with dishes inspired by the chef's heritage…

  • El Rancho de Ferrito

    Catamarca & La Rioja

    A block west and seven north of Chilecito's plaza, this inviting local restaurant is worth every step. You’ve seen the menu before – except for house…

  • Aramburu

    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…

  • Restaurante El Museo

    Salta & the Andean Northwest

    Set in the venerable adobe Jesuit chapel 1km from the center, this place makes an atmospheric venue for a lunch of traditional local specialties, such as…

  • Cadore

    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 …

  • Martha de Bianchetti

    Along the Río Paraná

    This old-fashioned Italian-style bakery and cafe serves delicious pastries and excellent coffee accompanied by chipacitos (little cheese scones). It's all…

  • La Tahua

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    The food that comes out of the clay oven at this riverside restaurant is as delightful as the setting; think local trout, great steaks and a range of…

  • La Tradición

    Coastal Patagonia

    A favorite of townsfolk, this elegant parrilla grills excellent beef and whole roast lamb and serves crisp shoestring fries in a setting of white linens…

  • Helados Jauja

    Bariloche

    Ask Bariloche residents who serves the best ice cream in Bariloche and most will reply with one word: ‘Jauja.’ Of the 60 or so flavors, there are usually…

  • Pizzería Güerrín

    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…

  • L’Eau Vive

    The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast

    It's not every day you have the chance to dine on French cuisine – prepared by Carmelite nuns from around the world – in small-town Argentina. L'Eau Vive…

  • Nikanor

    Inland Patagonia

    A welcoming husband-and-wife team serve up excellent home-cooked meals at this historic 20th-century house. Think ravioli stuffed with local lamb,…

  • 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…

  • La Lechuza

    Coastal Patagonia

    This chic pizzeria and restaurant that first found success in El Calafate is hands down the most ambient eatery in Río Gallegos. The room is low-lit, with…

  • El Sanjuanino

    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…

  • Feria

    Puerto Iguazú

    A really nice place to eat or have a beer is this market in the north of town. It’s full of stalls selling Argentine wines, sausages, olives and cheese to…

  • Naos

    Coastal Patagonia

    The best restaurant in town sits on the waterfront but doesn't have ocean views. Still, you will be entertained enough with the excellent wine…

  • La Pastelería

    Along the Río Paraná

    You might have to wait for a table at this popular little corner cafe where locals go for their merienda to plug the gap between lunch and the late…

  • 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…

  • Parrilla Peña

    Buenos Aires

    This simple, traditional, long-running parrilla (steakhouse) is well-known for its excellent quality meats and generous portions. Also on offer are…

  • 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…

  • Big Siberia

    The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast

    Seriously good coffee (an in-house blend of three different fair-trade beans), sandwiches made with freshly baked bread, satisfying brunches and a…

  • 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…

  • La Rueda

    Puerto Iguazú

    A mainstay of upmarket eating in Puerto Iguazú, this culinary heavyweight still packs a punch. The salads are inventive and delicious, as are the…

  • Black Pan

    Salta & the Andean Northwest

    Black Pan is a hip spot, exceptionally well branded, and beloved by Tucumán’s young and upwardly mobile. Its standard is a 120g burger with cheddar cheese…

  • La Céfira

    Salta

    This cute hole-in-the-wall, well-lit and decorated with original art, is set a few blocks south of the center, but it's worth the walk here for the menu…

  • El Cuartito

    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'…

  • Nesta

    Along the Río Paraná

    The hippie decor and inviting rear patio of this handsome house in a quiet leafy barrio make a welcome evening retreat. A small but interesting menu of…

  • Saigon Noodle Bar

    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…

  • Rapanui

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    Originally founded in Bariloche (in Argentina's lakes region), Rapanui specializes in deliciously creamy helado (ice cream), adorably shaped chocolates,…

  • Volver

    Ushuaia

    Self-promoted as serving up ceviche de la puta madre (politely translated as 'fantastic seafood'), this place is run by a charismatic chef loved by locals…

  • Huacho

    Bariloche

    The tantalizing aromas of a wood fire and grilled meat waft down the street, enticing you into this diminutive parrilla – one of Bariloche's best. The…

  • La Tramontana

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    If trout's your thing, don't miss a meal at La Tramontana, 10km out of Capilla del Monte along RN 38 (taxis charge AR$250 to take you there). Dining at…

  • Bao Kitchen Taiwan Bistro

    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…

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