With its world-class culinary scene, choosing where to eat can be a delightful challenge.
To find the best restaurants Buenos Aires has to offer, look through this list. It covers a wide range of cuisines and price points, helping you discover a memorable dining experience for any occasion.
Buenos Aires is a culinary paradise offering everything from world-class steakhouses to innovative fusion cuisine.
The city’s dining scene rivals any major global capital, with exceptional quality at prices that will pleasantly surprise expats from North America or Europe.
Palermo is the epicenter of Buenos Aires’ restaurant scene. The neighborhood splits into distinct areas, each with its own character. Palermo Soho features trendy bistros, craft cocktail bars, and international cuisine tucked into converted houses along cobblestone streets. Expect innovative menus, hip atmospheres, and lots of outdoor seating. Palermo Hollywood offers similar quality with slightly lower prices and more local flavor.
Other excellent areas include Puerto Madero for upscale waterfront dining, San Telmo for traditional parrillas (steakhouses), and Recoleta for elegant European-style restaurants.
Argentines eat late – dinner service typically starts at 9 PM, with restaurants filling up around 10-11 PM. Many places don’t even open for dinner until 8:30 PM. Lunch is usually 1-3 PM.
Cost context: Fine dining in Buenos Aires is remarkably affordable compared to similar quality in the US or Europe. Even Michelin-quality establishments are accessible.
Make reservations for popular spots, especially in Palermo Soho on weekends. Many top restaurants don’t accept walk-ins. Check Instagram and local food blogs for current recommendations, as the scene evolves quickly.
Download restaurant reservation apps popular in Argentina. Cash is still king at many neighborhood spots, though cards are widely accepted in Palermo.
Don’t miss trying a traditional Argentine asado (barbecue), fresh pasta (Italian heritage runs deep), and the wine – Malbec pairs perfectly with the local beef.
