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Best Restaurants in Buenos Aires

A curated guide to the best restaurants in Buenos Aires — from iconic local institutions to under-the-radar spots worth crossing the city for.

Where to eat in Buenos Aires

Don Julio, Buenos Aires
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Don Julio

Widely considered the best parrilla in Buenos Aires. The ojo de bife (ribeye) dry-aged in-house is transcendent. Book weeks ahead or queue from 7pm — they don't take walk-ins during peak hours.

El Preferido de Palermo, Buenos Aires
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El Preferido de Palermo

A 1952 bodegón that hasn't changed much since. The milanesa napolitana is enormous and perfect, and the house wine comes in a penguin-shaped pitcher. Pure old-school Buenos Aires charm.

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Proper

A modern restaurant in Palermo Hollywood doing Argentine ingredients with global technique. The sweetbreads are crispy and revelatory, and the natural wine list is one of BA's best.

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La Cabrera

A famous Palermo parrilla where the provoleta (grilled provolone) arrives bubbling and the asado de tira is fall-apart tender. The free side dishes that come with every steak are a lovely touch.

Chila, Buenos Aires
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Chila

Buenos Aires' most refined restaurant, overlooking Puerto Madero. The tasting menu tells the story of Argentina through ingredients — Patagonian lamb, river fish, Andean potatoes. Special occasion worthy.

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El Banco Rojo

A San Telmo bistro with excellent burgers, craft beer, and a youthful vibe. The chorizo burger with chimichurri is a masterpiece. It's the neighbourhood's best casual dinner spot.

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Sarkis

An Armenian restaurant in Villa Crespo that's been a local institution for decades. The hummus, lahmajun, and kebabs are exceptional and incredibly cheap. Expect a queue — always.

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Gran Dabbang

Chef Mariano Ramón serves explosive Southeast Asian-Argentine fusion in Villa Crespo. The coconut curry with crispy shallots and the banh mi empanadas are mind-blowing. Tiny space — book ahead.

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Photo credits

Hero — Barbara Zandoval / Unsplash · Don Julio — amanderson2 / CC BY 2.0 · El Preferido de Palermo — Ezarate / CC BY-SA 1.0 · Proper — Geogast / CC BY 4.0 · La Cabrera — Geogast / CC BY 4.0 · Chila — UK South Asian Art History / CC BY-SA 4.0 · El Banco Rojo — Geogast / CC BY 4.0 · Sarkis — Geogast / CC BY 4.0 · Gran Dabbang — Geogast / CC BY 4.0