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…
Must-see restaurants in South America
Bahia
Dining on the impossibly quaint porch of this old house – or in the beautifully illuminated garden beside it – makes for a memorable evening. Part of the…
Fortaleza
For the full Praia do Futuro experience, head to megabarraca (megastall) Crocobeach, which is shaded by scores of coconut palms and has swimming pools and…
The Amazon
A busy open-air food court occupies part of the long narrow park between the split lanes of Av Capitan Ene Garcez. A slew of mom-and-pop restaurants have…
Rio de Janeiro
One of many eating choices at Botafogo Praia Shopping, Da Silva is a more polished affair than the food courts on the 7th floor and offers fine views over…
Fernando de Noronha
This simple blue barraca (stall) right on the sands of Praia do Porto serves up good-value fried fish plates, great soups and cold beers. The star of the…
South Coast
A 10-minute walk downhill to the left from Plaza de la Independencia you'll find Zaruma's top restaurant. Part coffee shop and part Ecuadorian eatery,…
Ollantaytambo
A good spot for popular Peruvian classics. Light appetites will be satisfied with the quinoa soup with vegetables. If you're hungry you could go for a…
Quito
Authentic, although expensive, Lebanese fare served up quickly in a comfortable and contemporary dining room with a Middle Eastern soundtrack and…
Cali
Yes, this is a Colombian chain, but that's no reason not to like it. We love the light, fluffy crepes – with cheese, with maracuya, with banana and…
Iguazú Falls & the Northeast
One of the few places to grab a bite outside meal times in off season, this new bar-restaurant with a classic design on the plaza offers pressed panini…
Rosario
In business for decades, this typical corner bodegón (traditional diner) is one of a fast-disappearing breed. Home-style Argentine cooking comes in big…
Máncora
It's a bit of a mission to reach this bright little family-run restaurant in front of a busy school on the northern edge of town, but it's well worth it…
South Coast
Cevicheria Lojanita is a large, yellow complex with a foodcourt-style setup. Ceviche portions are large and fresh, and come in various flavors. Other…
Ceará
A popular new entry to the dining scene, this unassuming open-air Portuguese-owned place on the main strip serves top seafood dishes including seven types…
Arequipa
The indoor smoke from the wood-fired oven and cigarette-puffing diners and staff isn't exactly a sight for sore eyes, but it's worth it for arguably the…
Pará
This place serves a little of everything, from fish and seafood to pasta and pizza, all freshly made and served in a large second-floor dining area with a…
Praia da Pipa
One of Pipa's few potiguar chefs runs this notable and intimate little place with just seven tables. A small but well-rounded menu awaits; whichever of…
The Quilotoa Loop
This comparatively swanky restaurant is located right up on the crater rim. Offering classics like locro de papas (potato soup with avocado and cheese)…
Salta & the Andean Northwest
You can expect the same tasty veggie buffet that made the original branch a hit with locals. Platters and bowls piled with lentils, stir-fried vegetables…
Bariloche
Rapa Nui wears many hats and we love all of them. It's simultaneously a chocolate shop, an ice-cream parlor (with some of the best ice cream in Bariloche)…
Medellín
This vegetarian restaurant does its best to woo diners with its shawarma, burgers, falafel, soups, quinoa dishes and salads. Some of the flavors hit the…
Bariloche & the Lake District
The local’s choice for pizza is this well-established place near Plaza Sarmiento. Choose between a one-person 'chica' or family-sized 'grande,' with…
Rio de Janeiro State
Fans of classic churrasco (Brazilian barbecue) with all the trimmings – rice, beans, French fries, farofa (sautéed manioc flour garnish), kale etc –…
Coyhaique
Tucked away down a gravel alleyway, this friendly plain-Jane place happens to serve the best steaks in the region. Carne a las brasas – meat attentively…
Paraty
The name says it all here – everything’s on fire! The menu focuses on seafood set ablaze with the local cachaça: flambéed octopus with passion fruit,…
Bolivia
This peaceful garden cafe is just 600m from town but seems like a world away. The personable owners offer delicious homemade ice creams bursting with…
Cartagena
As if to underscore this place's ceviche credentials, its dining room enjoys a somewhat writ-large nautical theme, but it remains a stylish and cool place…
Hostería y Restaurante Izhcayluma
Vilcabamba
Bavarian specialties and classic Ecuadorian dishes are the fare here. Using local ingredients where possible, Izhcayluma also offers excellent vegetarian…
Sur Chico
This innovative and trendy sushi spot gets the job done with an extensive list of funky rolls and shrimp dishes, hip staff and loungy tunes. You can even…
The Galápagos Islands
This contemporary little spot on the central plaza has creative, carefully prepared dishes with a changing menu of hits including ceviches (there's also a…
Tierra del Fuego
First-rate facturas (pastries) and second-rate instant cappuccinos keep this roadside attraction hopping. You may or may not recognize the Argentine…
Sucre
With a quiet and cozy atmosphere, the restaurant of the Alliance Française makes for a nice night out. The short, select menu has a French touch and there…
Cali & Southwest Colombia
Pastusos get dressed up to eat at this place about 1.5km north of the center of town. There's only one thing on the menu: asado de cuy (grilled guinea pig…
Rio Grande do Sul
This smart bistro puts in a bit more effort than most – especially where service is concerned – and has a good choice of steak, fish and pasta dishes in a…
Puno
There are dozens of ways to do ceviche and seafood in this family-filled courtyard restaurant. If you can't decide between seafood pasta, squid fried rice…
Cuzco
Crusty, authentic baguettes are the highlight here (come early), but you can also get nice lunchboxes (perfect for day excursions) with gourmet and veggie…
Rio de Janeiro
This elegant Dutch-Brazilian-run restaurant in Urca turns out a creative mix of grilled meats (rack of lamb, duck breast), seafood (shrimp curry with…
Medellín
This popular Laureles haunt focuses on what it does best, which is meat. The ribs are tender and slide off the bone, the baby beef, pepper steak and bife…
Rosario
The most handsome restaurant in town, Don Ferro is exquisitely set in an old brick railroad shed, with a delightful terrace on the platform, excellent…
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