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    El Rincón

    4.2 (19 reviews)
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    Heather F.

    Definitely a pleasant surprise of a hidden gem in the Recoleta area. Right around the corner from the mall. You don't need reservations but on a Saturday night they fill up pretty fast. We went around when they opened and watched as the dining room filled up the hour we were there. They have menus that are in English and the staff was very helpful and accommodating to help us understand the selections. The prices are affordable and the food quality is great. I got the salmon which was very fresh with the salad and fries. A glass of good red wine was only $2. The atmosphere was all local and felt like a family experience.

    Gigantic Steak: Parillo Bife de Chorizo
    Alice G.

    HOLE IN THE WALL ALERT! This little gem is off the beaten track in Buenos Aires, and may have served up the best steaks we have ever had in our lives! This is not a tourist destination. No English is spoken here! This is not a foodie or upscale destination: The lights flicker and there is vinyl. And this was one of the best damn meals, EVER! See the photos, try the Parilla (Grill! The only way to eat big slabs of meat!) of any variety, and the ensalada roja. We were so happy, they were so tickled to have tourists, they sent us home with a bottle of Malbec. Can you feel the love, Argentina? When can I come back? The steaks were grilled to perfection, barely seasoned with maybe just pepper and salt, but so tasty you'd swear that they must have added something else. Unlike in the US, expect meat with a decent amount of fat around the edge. This without a doubt adds to the flavor and gets charred to a blackened perfection. Nobody actually eats the fat, it's just there to add yumminess on the grill, and it's easy to cut off.

    Ensalada Rayada (shredded salad). Shredded beets, carrots and apples. So fresh and tasty!
    Gustavo C.

    Whole in the wall joint that WILL NOT let you down! Highly recommend for meat lovers looking for THAT Argentine steak experience. Don't let the location (Recoleta can be pricey) scare you. The place is casual and very charming. Service is on point. We had an abundant dinner for $40 ($ 35 USD + tip). The steak was the best I've had in a very long time (if not probably ever)... and I'm Argie!! Our Order - Salad (Rayada: shredded carrots, apples and beets) - Pure de zapallo (mashed squash) - Bife de Corizo (sirloin strip steak), which we shared between two - Bottle of Lopez red wine - Queso y dulce (cheese with sweet potato paste) for dessert Thanks to my fellow Yelpers who never let me down, I came across this place (and photos of it's delicious meat options) and realized it was within our budget.

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    Jing C.

    Local restaurant with great steak and seafood. Possibly the best steak I've ever had at Buenos Aires. Paella is excellent as well. Calamari in paella is very tender. Friendly owner and staff. They do have an English menu even though they don't speak any.

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    El Rincón is a true gem in Recoleta and exactly what you hope for in a classic Argentine restaurant.

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    Dora - Tortilla with a glass of Malbec.

    Dora

    4.1(13 reviews)
    2.1 kmRetiro
    $$$$

    Locals tell you that Dora's is the best seafood restaurant in Buenos Aires. And it is so…read more Wife and I come here at least every two weeks when we are in town. It is located close to the river and has been around for many years. Nothing fancy, large, open interior with lots of tables. Waiters continually circulate. If you do not know your fish in Spanish, the waiters will help you zero in on what you most likely will like. But is all cases, the seafood was most likely brought in that day and is very fresh. The menu is huge and if you had the time to translate you would get a great grammar lesson. Truly an Buenos Aires go-to experience. Go late, like after 10:30pm so you are around locals, way too early for the tourists. Makes for a better experience.

    Stopped in here for "dinner". However, according to our Argentinean hosts, it was waaaaay too…read moreearly for dinner. (5 pm) With that said, we were the only people in the restaurant! Because we had the whole place to ourselves, our host spent a bit of time going over their extensive menu. After detailed and fun explanations, we opted for his recommendation of a "tortilla". Although he explained what it was to us, in my mind I'm still thinking of a Mexican style tortilla. Not even close! What we received was a piping hot omelette-ish dish. It was chopped potatoes cooked to a crisp on the outside and egg and chorizo on the inside. Reminded me of an egg skillet ! Because it was so big, we shared it between two of us. Biting into it, it was super crispy on the outside and the flavor of potatoes and eggs was perfect with the chorizo which was not overwhelming. It was so simple, but oh, so delicious!! We paired the tortilla with a bottle of local Malbec and it was heavenly! To be fair, every bottle of Malbec we've had in Argentina has been exquisite! This place is very easy to find, just off a main road and well worth a visit. It was a nicer restaurant with table cloths and nice place settings and thus, was priced accordingly.

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    Dora - Chupin de abadejo! Pruebenlo

    Chupin de abadejo! Pruebenlo

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    Florería Atlántico

    Florería Atlántico

    4.2(246 reviews)
    1.4 kmRetiro
    $$$

    Arriving back from Iguaza Falls, we decided to risk a very late dinner here without reservations…read more The uber ride dropped us off and a pleasant employee guided us to the location as we were a bit bewildered as to where the flower shop storefront was located. We loved the florist- yes plenty of fresh flowers in the shop, They opened the walk in fridge door and we walked downstairs to the speakeasy amid the dj spinning records. We were seated at a table and a very pleasant server ( who spoke English) dropped of our menus and took our drink orders. My aperol spritz was refreshing and hubby enjoyed his cocktail too. Our preferences for seafood or veggies allowed our server to make recommendations that were amazing. The complimentary sourdough bread was devoured- it had been a long 24 hrs without much food - another story! The crab empanada was large enough to share and was AMAZINGLY yummy. No wonder it is one of the most ordered dishes. Hubby loved his anchovy crostini, the BBQ shrimp - delicious, and we shared the argula salad- also a winner. Not much wait for an Uber back to our Airbnb at 1am- time to prepare for tomorrow's departure. Hope to return in the future!

    Rating: 4.8/5 [dine in]…read more This speakeasy is tucked inside a flower shop and has made the World's Top 50 Bars list for 11 years, so we had to check it out! We came on a Friday around 6:30 PM and were seated right away. The vibe was calm enough to hold a conversation, though we were told that around 9:30 PM a DJ comes on and the energy shifts. After walking through the flower shop, a host led us through a hidden door and down a flight of stairs into the bar. The menu is extensive, so it took us a few minutes to decide, but our cocktails arrived quickly. Presentation is simple with no flashy garnishes, yet the drinks were crystal clear and incredibly balanced. They were so good we finished them fast. Highly recommend the Yvy Maraey (14,800 ARS)!

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    Florería Atlántico - Speak easy vibe.

    Speak easy vibe.

    Florería Atlántico - Mushroom empanada and an unknown drink.

    Mushroom empanada and an unknown drink.

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    Shout Brasas & Drinks - Las entradas

    Shout Brasas & Drinks

    4.3(68 reviews)
    1.8 kmRetiro
    $$$

    Great place for food and cocktails served with a side of music and hipster vibe. When we…read moreapproached the front door, we found it locked, but someone quickly let us in. If you don't see anyone, try ringing the doorbell to the right. We stopped by on a Friday night without a reservation and the place was fully booked, but the restaurant was able to rustle up a couple extra stools and seat us at the back bar. We were then invited to sit at the main bar when enough places opened up. The staff really went the extra mile to make us feel welcome. When they noticed us puzzling over the Spanish menus, they quickly rounded up some English translations. The cocktail menu, though, is in Spanish only, and Google translate wasn't much help. Noticing our distress, the bartender, who spoke excellent English, explained that the menu titles were Argentine slang words and happily explained the sense of the groupings. He then helped us pick some great unique cocktails based on what we told him we liked. All of the food was great. My favorite was the roasted tomato side, which also included broccoli and some kind of crunch topping. I wish all veggies tasted this good! The lamb empanadas offered a gourmet twist on a classic Argentine staple. The melted Camembert with grapefruit and tomatoes, while not my favorite, was refreshingly different. A word of warning: the "platitos", meaning little plates, aren't like the little tapas back home. Be careful not to over-order. I'd start with one platito and one side and go from there. Sit at the bar if you want to meet some of the locals!

    So based on Nolan L. We went there to check it out and we're very pleasantly surprised. Great…read moresmall plates optiins w great flavor. Good beer variety and even better wines and spirits. I had two drinks one with grape juice honey and vodka and another one a bloody Mary like with grilled tomatoes and beets. The bartenders and overall staff were amazing, caring and dropped their current task to serve beers and cocktails or food. That grabbed our attention. Patrons were utmost importance. Even hostess went out of her way from arrival to departure she was so nice. The place is not cheap but very well worth it. Good value for the night. If I get picky I think DJs could play songs w actual lyrics current or older popular bands not just elektronica. Restrooms clean as they can be. There is a semi open terrace 3rd floor that is nice too. But we spent the night on main bar second floor. Also great semi open kitchen to watch plates go out. I definitely would be back. Good value!

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    Shout Brasas & Drinks
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