Buenos Aires is world-renowned for its gastronomy, and that’s no coincidence. The city is a melting pot of Italian, Spanish, and Argentinian influences that have been served at the table for over a century.
If you want to eat where the real porteños eat, ditch the English menus and immerse yourself in restaurants that have stood the test of time. Here are three addresses that Ondas Buenas recommends without hesitation.
Best restaurants in Buenos Aires: curated by Ondas Buenas
1. Parrilla Peña: the real asado
Located in the Recoleta neighborhood, Parrilla Peña is the kind of place only Buenos Aires has: unpretentious, unfiltered, with the grill always lit and the smell of good meat in the air from the moment you walk through the door. Frequented by families, neighborhood residents, and tourists who know where to look, it represents Argentine asado in its purest form.
The menu doesn’t try to be fancy: vacío (flank steak), entraña (skirt steak), bife de chorizo (ribeye steak), morcilla (blood sausage), provoleta (provoleta cheese). Everything comes straight from the parrilla (grill), with that crispy exterior and the pink center that Argentinians call “al punto” (well-done). The concept is simple, and that’s exactly what makes the place unforgettable.
Address: Rodríguez Peña 682, C1020 Cdad. Autonomous Region of Buenos Aires, Argentina
2. El Cuartito: the pizza that became a heritage site.
Founded in 1934, El Cuartito is practically an institution in Buenos Aires. Located at Talcahuano 937, in Centro Porteño, the restaurant maintains the same retro atmosphere to this day, with photos of boxers and soccer players covering the walls, shared tables, and lines that naturally form on the sidewalk.
Argentinian pizza is not the same as Italian pizza; it’s taller, more generous, and absolutely addictive. Classic choices include fugazzeta (topped with onion and cheese) and traditional mozzarella.
Serve it with faina, the chickpea fritter that comes with the dessert and goes on top of the slice. Yes, that’s how you eat it in Buenos Aires!
Address: Talcahuano 937, C1001 Cdad. Autonomous Region of Buenos Aires, Argentina
3. Maria Fedele: the kitchen of the Buenos Aires grandmother
Maria Fedele carries in its name the Italian heritage that shaped the gastronomy of Buenos Aires. A family restaurant, with recipes passed down through generations and an atmosphere reminiscent of those family homes where there’s always an extra place at the table. It’s the kind of place where you order gnocchi, drink house red wine, and feel exactly where you need to be.
Buenos Aires cuisine has deep roots in Italy, and here this is evident without disguise, with honest dishes, generous portions, and that warmth of home cooking that modern, high-end restaurants rarely manage to replicate.
Address: Adolfo Alsina 1465, C1148 Cdad. Autonomous Region of Buenos Aires, Argentina
Don’t know where to start? We’ll help you.
Buenos Aires has hundreds of great restaurants, and knowing which ones are worth every peso, which neighborhood they’re in, whether they require reservations, and how to get there without getting lost makes all the difference on your trip. That’s where Ondas Buenas comes in.
With over 10 years of experience welcoming Brazilians to Buenos Aires, we understand itineraries, gastronomy, and everything you need to truly enjoy the city. From choosing the right hotel and tour for your preferences, to recommending restaurants frequented by locals and providing complete assistance in planning your trip from scratch… we take care of everything for you.
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