Must-see restaurants in Argentina

  • Rodi Bar

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    This traditional restaurant with a classy old-world atmosphere and an extensive menu offers great steaks and sides, plus a down-to-earth (for Recoleta)…

  • 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…

  • Domo Blanco

    El Chaltén

    Excellent homemade ice cream made with flavors like lemon ginger and berry marscarpone, with fruit harvested from a local estancia and calafate bushes in…

  • El Muro

    El Chaltén

    For rib-sticking mountain food (think massive stir-fries, tenderloin stroganoff or trout with crisp, grilled veggies), head to this tiny outpost at the…

  • Almacén de Tigre

    Tigre & the Delta

    Serves a tempting range of healthy soups, salads, sandwiches and bigger mains such as lasagne and milanesas (breaded meat cutlets), as well as homemade…

  • Sur

    Mar del Plata

    The hype around Sur creates high expectations: many locals still consider it the best seafood restaurant in town. There's an extensive wine list and…

  • A Orillas del Río

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    This riverside teahouse is smack out of a fairytale, surrounded by gorgeous landscapes and serving simple but tasty food. It's just off RP 17 en route to…

  • Mr Jones

    Puerto Madryn

    Serving a wealth of yummy stouts and reds, homemade pot pie, and fish and chips, this favorite local pub always delivers. Service is friendly but tends to…

  • 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’…

  • El Nazareno

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    Many claim the alfajores (cookie-type sandwiches usually stuffed with dulce de leche) churned out of this Nono bakery are the best in the entire province.

  • Gran Nevada

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    With its big-screen TV (quite possibly showing a soccer game) and big, cheap set meals (stews, grilled fish), this is a local favorite. Come hungry, leave…

  • Restaurant Petit

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    This cozy little place is run by a friendly local lady who whips up traditional Argentine dishes and inspired desserts like some kind of culinary magician.

  • La Candela

    Córdoba

    Rustic and wonderfully atmospheric, La Candela is run by three cranky but adorable señoras. To match the vibe, the food is no-frills and honest.

  • La Tacita

    Salta

    This basic little eatery offers some of the city's best empanadas, all baked, in a welcoming no-frills setting. Great for a quick stop while sightseeing.

  • Mi Abuela

    Salta & the Andean Northwest

    An endearing corner kitchen on the main drag, it does humitas, tamales, sandwiches and chicken and beef empanadas. Grab lunch for the road!

  • El Aljibe

    Along the Río Paraná

    Warmly lit and cordial, this appealing neighborhood Italian eatery uses great ingredients to create flavor-filled salads, pasta and meat dishes.

  • La Milonga

    Puerto Madryn

    Locals flock to this retro pizzeria for its huge variety of clay-oven pizzas, with toppings like tapenade (marinated-olive spread) and arugula.

  • Los Robles

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    This upmarket parrilla (steak restaurant) has great atmosphere, attentive service and a menu that goes way beyond the usual offerings.

  • La Creación

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    Stellar French-style bakery and cafe that churns out the best bread you'll find in the entire province and delicious baked goodies too.

  • 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.

  • Piano Resto Bar

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    A great little all-day cafe-restaurant on the plaza that serves up good mains and pizzas, and also has some vegetarian options.

  • Hotel Yacanto

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    It may be a hotel restaurant but it has a great reputation for top-notch homemade food. Call ahead to make sure it's open.

  • El Viento Viene

    Coastal Patagonia

    This little nook is a charming spot for coffee, sandwiches and homemade pie, and also sells innovative arts and crafts.

  • El Asadito

    Mendoza

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

  • La Fonda del Tio

    Bariloche

    No nonsense here – just big servings of homemade pastas and raviolis, along with a carefully chosen wine list.

  • Los Extremeños

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    Family-run spot much loved by the locals for its for first-rate Spanish seafood. Must reserve ahead.

  • Siop Bara

    Coastal Patagonia

    This Welsh bakery is the perfect quick, no-fuss stop for pastries, gelato and excellent sandwiches.

  • Bajo Belgrano Resto Bar

    Coastal Patagonia

    Tuck into this cute restaurant's offerings of pastas, milanesa or stuffed roasted squash.

  • Parrilla Nito

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    Parrilla Nito is the most reliable parrilla (steak house) in town.

  • Paseo de la Familia

    Salta

    A simple and enjoyable local eating scene can be found on the 'Paseo de la Familia,' occupying a block of Catamarca south of San Luis. Street-food stalls…

  • Don Pedro

    Along the Río Paraná

    For cheap eats in the center, this unpretentious place on the Junín mall is a good bet. It doesn't look much – all fluoroescent lighting and mirrored…

  • Heladería Miranda

    Cafayate

    A frequent dilemma in Argentina is whether to go for a rich red malbec or a white torrontés, but it doesn’t usually happen in ice-cream parlors. It does…

  • La Monumental

    Salta

    A neighborhood grill with fluorescent lighting and a phalanx of spinning ceiling fans. Generous quantities, including an impressive array of free nibbles,…

  • La Mamma

    Puerto Iguazú

    For a budget-friendly filling meal head to this informal little place for fresh homemade pastas, tortillas and pies. At first glance it doesn't look like…

  • Küar Resto Bar

    Ushuaia

    This chic log-cabin-style hangout offers local beer, cheese boards and tapas, as well as complete dinners with ample fresh seafood. The interior is…

  • La Selva

    Iguazú Falls

    During your visit, this restaurant, close to the Parque Nacional Iguazú's main entrance, will get talked up so much you’ll fear the worst, but it’s…

  • Montecatini

    Mar del Plata

    For solid, good-value dishes, make like the locals and head to this large, modern and popular restaurant – one of three branches in town. There’s…

  • Plaza Asturias

    Buenos Aires

    This old-fashioned Spanish restaurant draws in a regular midday crowd with its set lunch (AR$195), which includes a main dish, coffee and a glass of wine…

  • La Estancia

    Ushuaia

    For authentic Argentine asado (barbecue), it’s hard to beat this reliable, well-priced grill. There are many others along the main drag, but this is the…

    • placement: fullWidth
    • path: Destinations/POIs/superzone
    • possible size: [970, 250], [970, 90], [728, 90], [300, 250], [320, 50], [1, 1],
    • targeting:
      {
        "position": "superzone"
      }

More destinations you need to see