I needed something quick to eat after walking around the Plaza Congreso and seeing the National…read moreCongress building. La Americana with their food in the window drew me in. The sit down portion was quiet but the counter and stand up dining areas were so busy. I placed my order with the cashier and after paying in pesos got a receipt that had to be handed over at the counter. It was stamped after my request was confirmed. I dined in and a runner went to grab both empanadas on a metal plate. The slice of gallega de atun had to get reheated and was brought back to the ovens. I just stayed at the counter and watched since I had no idea what to expect. It was a little chaotic with so many orders being filled by the large number of staff but they were all over it. The filled plate was eventually handed to me and I grabbed my utensils and found a counter spot. The chicken empanada had a thin crust and a nice savory chicken filling. The meat was shredded. The gallega con atun was much different presentation than I was used to for empanadas. The pie like crust was golden brown and packed with lots of tuna, onions and bell peppers. I liked the little bit sweetness the peppers added. When finished any scraps and paper napkins were thrown into the trash bin under the counter. The plate and utensils were left on the table to be later cleared by the staff. I will definitely eat both styles of empanadas here again.

La Americana on Av. Callao in Buenos Aires has great empanadas and pizzas. We stopped by this place…read morefor lunch after coming out of a guided tour of the Palacio del Congreso de la Nación Argentina. The service was excellent and the food delicious. The fried empanadas are amazing with crust that were rich, buttery and subtly salty. The finely chopped chicken filling was juicy with a balanced flavor that lingered just long enough to make me want another bite. The slices of pizza had thick, "bready" crust with creamy mozzarella. The two Napolitana with fresh tomato slices were juicy, aromatic, and herbaceous. The anchovies and green olives slice was thick and cheesy with a salty, briny Mediterranean flair. Overall, it was a great lunch at a joint that offered excellent service, and great food of good value.

This was my first pizza experience in Buenos Aires and it was definitely a memorable one…read more Unfortunately I don't speak Spanish, but there was one employee there who had a decent grasp on the English language and I was able to order take-out without any hitches (aside from momentary confusion as I was leaving and was asked if I would like a "ticket," which I realize now was him asking me I wanted a receipt). The pizza itself was exactly as Argentinian pizza had been described to me - doughy and thick on the cheese, which I found delicious. I ordered a pie with ham and red pepper on top, and I learned that they take toppings on their pizza very seriously here. There was a thick layer of ham covering each slice, which under normal circumstances I wouldn't have found appealing but it had a surprisingly understated taste. Overall I enjoyed my experience, though from seeing other pizza in the area that I have yet to taste I don't think it's quite the best of the best that Buenos Aires has to offer. I'd still recommend it for anyone nearby looking for some authentic Argentine pizza.

Serving up pizza in this neighborhood since 1956, this is classic, old-school Argentine pizza. The…read moremenu is short and sweet, some basic variations on mozzarella slices or pies with typical toppings - ham or peppers or a combo, the same with versions of fugazzeta, and a few others. Highly recommended were their plain mozzarella (32 pesos) and their fugazzeta (42 pesos), so a slice of each, the latter coming with a slice of ham laid over it, and a slice of fainá (26 pesos), chickpea flatbread. The crust on the plain slice was very soft and doughy - a touch under-cooked, and the cheese was just a melting goo, though at least not particularly oily. The fugazzeta showed better - browned nicely, with a crisp edge and base to the crust, and lightly charred onions atop. The fainá was quite good as well - served hot, and has a good amount of grated cheese on the surface, giving it a really nice flavor. Overall, not bad, though I can't say that I think it's the best pizza in that neighborhood.

Wonderful sidewalk café/Restaurant in BA on one of the side streets in the Recoleta. We wandered…read morehere starving off of the plane. We were not disappointed! We had the most amazing Pork Chops & fried potatoes (the special) and washed it down with a bottle of wine, followed by coffee. Very nice! If this is daily living, sign me up!

It's now named don guitierrez- must have the pizza! Great local ambiance and the food is que…read moremarvilloso! Must the empanadas too !!! It had a great local feel and must try if you're in the area :) the pizza and empanadas are worth it !