Must-see restaurants in South America

  • Panzoni

    Viña Del Mar

    One of the best-value eateries in central Viña, Panzoni's well-prepared Italian pastas and friendly service reel in the lunchtime diners. The location is…

  • Ciervo Blanco

    Asunción

    If you're looking for a traditional Paraguayan experience, this place just southeast of the center has it. Juicy asado (barbecue), traditional music and…

  • Good Affinity

    Cuenca

    This oddly named Taiwanese cafeteria is the king of soy, gluten and all things vegetarian. Almuerzos (set lunches; $2) include a filling soup, entrée and…

  • Casa da Pamonha

    Manaus

    Cool and artsy, this vegetarian place has soy burgers, Spanish tortillas, fresh juices, delicious cakes and more during its popular lunchtime buffet, plus…

  • Un Altra Volta

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    Sample Argentina's fabulous Italian-style gelato at this upmarket ice-cream parlor. The sambayón (made with egg yolks, milk, cream, sugar and Marsala wine…

  • Joaquín

    Catamarca & La Rioja

    A relaxed spot for indoor or outdoor dining, Joaquín is best known for its satisfying fresh pastas. Service is slow and prices are on the high side, but…

  • il Sordo

    Brazil

    This cheery shop is well known in Aracaju for its delicious, creamy gelato and the fact that it's entirely staffed by deaf individuals. It's a 20-minute…

  • El Ciervo

    Iguazú Falls & the Northeast

    A fashionable eatery on the plaza serving a small menu of well-prepared Argentine favorites. Good-quality fare and a jovial ambience. Worth sticking…

  • República dos Camarões

    Brazil

    Fresh, creatively prepared shrimp are the specialty at this popular waterfront restaurant, located within easy walking distance of many beachfront…

  • El Faro

    Norte Chico

    Just below the lighthouse, El Faro offers the best views in town and a big menu of seafood hits, including eight types of ceviche and a wide variety of…

  • 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…

  • El Molle

    Quebrada de Humahuaca

    A simple cafe on the main drag with big breakfasts and coffee in the morning, and vegetarian lasagna, empanadas, pizzas, salads and more into the evening…

  • Vecchio Sogno

    Belo Horizonte

    A long-standing Belo Horizonte institution, Vecchio Sogno is a splurge-worthy destination for fine Italian food. Mains range from duck and wild rice…

  • Churrascaria Ramon

    Minas Gerais

    Ramon prides itself on perfectly cooked meats and all the traditional mineira favorites. For a bargain, try the prato comercial (meat, beans, rice, salad…

  • Snow Pub

    Middle Chile

    For years the après-ski in Valle Las Trancas has centered on this feel-good bar, which gets packed with revelers in high season. Beyond the booze, it…

  • Ostiones Vivos

    Norte Chico

    Perched right over the sea, this ramshackle place serves up delectably fresh ostiones (scallops). It's located at the southern end of the beach. During…

  • Sundar

    Pucón

    Vegetarian or not, this is one of Pucón's best deals, a tiny, locals-in-the-know-only hot spot for healthy, daily-changing vegetarian lunch menus hidden…

  • Manguti

    Bahia

    This Italian classic, housed in a sweet, old-fashioned house on the main drag, is known for its hearty portions of homemade gnocchi. Also on the menu:…

  • Las Cuevas de Luís Candela

    Quito

    Built in the vaulted cellar of an old-time building, this atmospheric and windowless Spanish/Ecuadorian restaurant has been around since 1963…

  • La Colina

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    Great views, superb food (try the trout) and attentive service make this restaurant a top choice in La Cumbrecita. Call ahead to arrange a pickup, as it's…

  • Camaleón Beach Grill

    Amazonas

    A wooden stairway leads from the plaza down to platforms where umbrella-shaded tables have views overlooking the river and Praia Grande beyond. Grilled…

  • Café da Santa

    Bahia

    Fresh pastries, strong coffee, and well-made sandwiches and salads are on the menu at this airy coffee shop in the historic center. It's also one of the…

  • Sigmund

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    A fabulous trendy eatery with colorful artsy decor, healthy food and a great onda (vibe). Choose from dozens of pizzas, pastas, sandwiches and salads, all…

  • El Tono

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    Specializing in regional foods and using lots of local ingredients, this place is a good bet anytime, but Friday to Saturday nights feature live trova …

  • A Favorita

    Belo Horizonte

    At this classy, high-ceilinged restaurant in the heart of the chic Lourdes district, the well-prepared and -presented specialties include grilled meat,…

  • Bordeaux

    Rio de Janeiro State

    On the picturesque grounds of the Casa da Ipiranga, these converted stables provide a pleasant backdrop for the menu of pasta, risotto, fish and meat…

  • O Rancho

    Minas Gerais

    This cozy, low-key eatery specializes in hearty mineira fare, with soups bubbling on the wood-fired stove every night; there’s also pizza for those…

  • Aipim

    Bahia

    A first-rate locale for a romantic evening out in Arraial: this stylish eatery exudes tropical chic with its old-world decor, new-world music, superb…

  • Café del Paseo

    Catamarca & La Rioja

    This is your spot on the corner of Plaza 25 de Mayo to observe local life. Professionals mingle with families, and tables of older men chew the fat,…

  • El Patio

    Sucre

    This bakery, with seating under umbrellas in the courtyard of a lovely whitewashed building, specializes in salteñas (meat and vegetable pasties); get…

  • Quadrata

    Córdoba

    Tiny spot that churns out top-notch Italian food at low prices. The pizzas, pastas and panini are the real deal, made fresh daily. Great for a grab-n-go…

  • La Fuente de mi Tierra

    Chile

    A cheerful new restaurant offering cheap traditional food in a livelier atmosphere than elsewhere in town. The walls are covered in photography and local…

  • Peixe na Telha

    Porto de Galinhas

    The excellent fish dishes at this longstanding seafooder are served in orange roof tiles (telhas) and staff can bring them right down to the sand. On…

  • Zao

    Quito

    Adorned with carved wooden screens and statues resembling samurai, Zao is a buzzing spot serving up quality Asian fusion dishes such as sushi, rice…

  • Cafe del Mar

    Arica

    On the lively pedestrian lane, the ever-popular Cafe del Mar has a big menu of salads, crepes, burgers and sandwiches, plus first-rate coffee. Grab a…

  • Rincón Suizo

    Córdoba & the Central Sierras

    This comfy teahouse on the river prides itself on its homemade ice creams, delicious Swiss food (including fondue, raclette and ratatouille) and torta…

  • Kanazawa

    São Paulo

    Pop into this Japanese convenience store in Liberdade for tasty sakura moti (sweets made from red kidney bean paste, rice and cherry blossom leaves). They…

  • Sukão

    Búzios

    Half-liter goblets of fresh fruit juice and sandwiches piled onto four varieties of homemade bread make this Ossos corner eatery a tempting pit stop en…

  • Restaurante das Magas

    Minas Gerais

    This friendly spot in a 180-year-old stone house specializes in grilled meats such as picanha (Brazil's favorite cut of steak), along with pizza and…

  • Casona del 900

    La Serena

    Inside an old beer factory, this high-ceilinged steakhouse with a glassed-in garden oozes ambience and packs in meat-loving locals for its good-value…

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