Arequipa
Like fish? Like intimate, secret-garden settings? Then grab a taxi (or walk) out to the pleasant Yanahuara district for the ultimate in ceviches or…
Must-see restaurants in South America
Sur Chico
This restaurant serves Peruvian staples, such as garlic-roasted chicken, lomo saltado (stir-fried beef with spices, onions, tomatoes and potatoes) and…
Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses
Tucked away between the main road and the sea, this breezy open-air restaurant on an elevated deck surrounded by greenery hits the mark both in terms of…
Pará
Brazil's growing obsession with açaí, a berry indigenous to the Amazon and rich in antioxidants, is old news here – they serve up great bowls of the stuff…
Chiloé
They still prepare curanto the traditional way, called curanto al hoyo, in a few places around Chiloé, including this pilgrimage-worthy staple in…
Cañón Del Colca
There are buffets galore catering to captive tour-group diners but this large restaurant on a corner of the Plaza de Armas stands out for the freshness of…
Foz do Iguaçu
Gaudy art and forced sophistication aside, Spanish-owned Zaragoza stands out if you're after a somewhat refined dinner – the paella here, served for two…
Villa de Leyva
A newborn gourmet-burger joint on the main square, the Tavolo enables diners to enjoy their innovatively adorned patties (served on mini bread boards)…
Bucaramanga
Lebanese-descended Colombians do a commendable job at this clean-cut Middle Eastern spot that's just a step above fast food. Felafel, shawarma, kibe,…
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…
Ushuaia
This creative cafe-style restaurant overlooks the channel. Locals pack in for homemade pasta with seafood or strip steak in rich mushroom sauce; the…
Puerto Montt
Beaming with personality, this artsy and bohemian 2nd-floor cafe and bar touts rustic design schemes often forged from recycled materials. The daily lunch…
Búzios
Directly opposite the Orla Bardot boardwalk, Salt's sea-facing front terrace makes a romantic dinner spot, with a wide-ranging mixed drinks menu and a…
Medellín
Famous for its scrumptious Argentine-style empanadas, this Medellín institution also serves monster portions of steak milanesa and nicely seasoned…
La Paz
The upscale executive almuerzo (set lunch) here comes with an extensive salad bar, soup and your choice of mains like chicken in wine sauce or delicately…
São Paulo State
On endlessly charming Viela das Lavadeiras, this perennially popular Italo-Brazilian choice is the domain of charismatic chef Gui Manoel, who often…
Catamarca & La Rioja
Carnivores will find it worth the trek, just over 1km west of the center following Prado, to this high-class all-you-can-eat parrillada. It doesn’t try to…
Colonia del Sacramento
Newcomer Bocadesanto pours all of its energy into creating Colonia's best burger: prime Uruguayan beef piled high with ingredients like home-roasted…
Otavalo
An attractive three-story complex: the ground floor has local handicrafts, the 2nd floor sandwiches and the top floor standard international fare, plus up…
Providencia
Don Olivo hails from Mauritania and delights in preparing his morning's catch for lunch, which he serves up on the terrace of his seafront home on the…
Bariloche
Upholstered in cow hide, this large brick hall is the favorite gathering place of the carnivorously inclined. Opt for the house specialty of cordero al…
Cuzco
A cozy alpine cafe serving healthy fare that's consistently good, some of it provided from the small farm of the German owner. In addition to wonderful…
Bariloche & the Lake District
This small, refined, family-run restaurant's strengths lie in its attention to detail: friendly service, a succinct, well-executed menu of homemade pastas…
Santa Marta
Serving the best seafood on the coast, Donde Chucho is a local legend. Start with the signature ensalada Chucho (shrimp, octopus, calamari and manta ray…
The Amazon
Tambaqui is a huge river fish with succulent white meat, often served grilled and sem espinhas (without bones). That's the specialty here, with dishes for…
Puerto Varas
A savvy manager has helped turn this hipster hotel burger joint into the best spot in town for an age-old classic combination: burger, fries and a beer…
Puerto Iguazú
Chalked signatures of myriad satisfied customers mark the walls of this chilled bar-restaurant that specializes in wok dishes, with teriyaki salmon, pasta…
Along the Río Paraná
This hotel restaurant on the pedestrian street is a lovely space, with high ceilings, attentive waistcoat-and-tie staff and an old-fashioned feel. There's…
Cafayate
A long way from the mannered tourist scene around Cafayate's plaza, this string of no-frills grill houses makes a worthwhile dinner escape. The Gallito is…
Ceará
At the east end of Broadway with picture windows looking down to the beach, El Argentino is the best spot for grilled meats, all of which are served with…
Arequipa
This small and to-the-point place serves only the best ceviche (raw seafood marinated in lime juice) and nothing else. Pull up a chair at a rickety table…
Huaraz
An easy excuse to get sugared, this modern den of decadence, billed as a ‘sofa-cafe,’ is really more of an upscale dessert diner. You can get sugar-drunk…
Norte Chico
Set with eye-catching tile floors and black-and-white photos on the walls, this casual restaurant serves up Chilean, Peruvian and Italian fare with a dash…
Rio de Janeiro
At Amir you'll enter a world of delicate aromas amid a brightly painted interior complete with Middle Eastern decorative touches. Daytime crowds come for…
Quito
Owned and operated by Jürgen Spelier, a fourth-generation baker from Holland, this casually sophisticated restaurant with clean lines and blond-wood decor…
Iguazú Falls & the Northeast
A cozy split-level restaurant in an old, stone-walled house decorated with antiques, this great little place serves fantastic flavorful meals that are a…
São Paulo
Servers can barely maneuver within this tiny deli that has capitalized on the city's odd combination of storied Jewish history but lack of the food that…
Bahia
This beautifully appointed restaurant is a haven for foodies interested in Bahian cuisine. Look for light, modern takes on classic dishes from acarajés …
Along the Río Paraná
A popular restaurant down near the port with a large air-conditioned dining room and a big bunch of tables out on the sidewalk. The place is famous for…
Barranquilla
This rather high-end place has the feel of a private club, and is indeed housed in a grand turn-of-the-century mansion complete with valet parking…
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