Don Julio
I have now been in Buenos Aires for a week and equally on par with their art scene is the restaurant scene. Because over the past two centuries BA has been a melting pot for imigrants they have countless cuisines to offer. However, to try their traditional asado is an absolute must, it usually consists of beef, sausages, and sometimes other meats, which are cooked on a grill, called a parrilla, or an open fire.
What’s better than being greeted at the door with a silver bucket of ice cold champagne bottles and complimentary glasses of champagne. I knew I liked the restaurant before I even walked in the door. They serve Argentina’s traditional asada and the meat is some of the best I have ever tasted.
The closest Argentina gets to Cipriani. This classic establishment is a must stop for an Italian fix. Be sure to order their Bellini followed by a bottle of wine with their extensive wine list. The mushroom risotto is definitely not something to miss.
El Cuarito
If you want to know where the locals eat the best pizza in the city, it’s here. Be prepared to wait a little bit outside in line as the pizza joint is bustling with people trying to get in the door. I can promise you it’s worth the wait.
Sometimes when you are traveling no matter where sushi is a must and depending on the country it isn’t always the easiest to find. Osaka makes you feel as if you are eating from the finest establishment in Tokyo, but with an Argentine flare. Be sure to try the truffle nigiri.
Casa Cavia
Charming restaurant set outside a beautifully restored 1900s residence in its lovely garden. The food presentation is just as charming as the setting. MALBA is right around the corner so it’s a good stop for lunch before or after the museum, but also a wonderful spot for dinner as well.
Contact me for more restaurant recommendations because the list could go on and on…
