The Best Restaurants In Palermo Buenos Aires

Palermo, the largest barrio (neighborhood) in Buenos Aires, is the place to see and be seen. Read on for a list of the best restaurants to hit up in Palermo.

Calles de Palermo (Palermo streets), Buenos Aires

Social Paraíso

For artfully rendered Mediterranean-Argentinian fusion food, look no further than Social Paraíso. Here, chef Federico Simoes serves up dishes like lemon risotto with lamb, melon gazpacho and more. This place has a well-curated wine list, a welcoming staff, and reasonable prices (try the two-course fixed price lunch option). This Palermo Soho venue is a definite yes in our book. Melon gazpacho | © Evan Bench/Flickr

Lelé de Troya

A longtime mainstay in Palermo Viejo, Lelé de Troya is housed in what was formerly a manor house. Impressively, it offers a rooftop dining terrace with a view of the city. Don’t miss the Italian-inspired delicacies like spinach and ricotta ravioli. Or go for something more Middle-Eastern inspired. Top off the meal with a cocktail such as the sweet basil daiquiri or the strawberry caipiroska. Lelé de Troya Bife de Chorizo | © Maria Ioveva/Flickr

Burger Joint

Burge Joint has walls covered in graffiti, a youthful clientele, and a tip jar with the inscription ‘Funds for Justin Bieber’s Hitman’. This might be the hippest burger place you will ever visit. And fear not, the food does not disappoint. The LeBleu burger is a standout, featuring blue cheese, rocket, sun-dried tomato, mushrooms, and caramelized onions. Burger, fries, and a beer for a cheap price — it doesn’t get better than that.

Isabel Bar and Restaurant

Bar, Restaurant, Contemporary

This design-centric bar and restaurant complex features mirrored paneling, art deco lighting and eclectic music. Make a reservation at Isabel Bar and Restaurant, round up some friends and camp out at a table for sushi and champagne. Do this until it gets late enough and the dance floor starts moving.

Green Bamboo

Need a hiatus from Argentinian food? Green Bamboo serves up excellent Vietnamese fare including a mouthwatering pho. There’s also a funky ambiance and good cocktails, in the heart of happening Palermo Hollywood. Save room for dessert. Whether you spring for a bitter chocolate parfait with cardamom, a coconut and mango crêpe, or the lychee and tangerine salad with tangerine sorbet and lemongrass emulsion, you can’t go wrong. Green Bamboo | © azotesdivinos/Flickr

La Cupertina

Restaurant, Argentina

Empanadas can be found almost anywhere in Argentina, but truly exemplary ones are a rare treat. La Cupertinaoffers a myriad types. Owner and chef Cecilia Hermann’s rustic and cozy restaurant churns out the delicious pastries in savory and sweet forms. A highlight is the empanada de humita y cebolla y queso, or corn, onion, and cheese. At remarkably cheap prices, stock up on as many varieties as they have.

Casa Cruz

Restaurant, Pub Grub

Don’t let the unmarked entrance and 16-foot brass doors put you off. Once inside, Casa Cruz is a delightfully cool dining hot-spot featuring candles, fresh flowers, and even leopard-print carpeting. Popular with the Buenos Aires jet-set and with visiting celebrities, the restaurant isn’t just hot air, though. It’s popular for a reason, namely the flavorful menu and the extensive list of wines. The latter of which are housed in a glass wine cellar.

Parrilla La Dorita

Restaurant, Steakhouse

Get the classic parrilla, or steakhouse experience at La Dorita.Warm, inviting and unpretentious, the restaurant serves steaks and sausages. It also offers salads and sides such as empanadas with beef or cheese and onion. Good portions, good atmosphere and good food set this parrilla a cut above the rest.

Sarkis

Restaurant, Greek, Turkish

Delicious Armenian food in huge quantities for low prices— it’s no wonder there is always a queue out the door at Sarkis.The food here is worth the inevitable wait, however. For those uninitiated in Armenian cuisine, which resembles a mix of Greek, Arabic, and Turkish food, the helpful waitstaff is happy to guide. Cap off the Mediterranean meal with a cup of good Armenian coffee. This will fuel you for a long night of Palermo partying.

About the author

Madeleine Bazil

Maddy is in her second year reading English at the University of St Andrews. Born and bred in Washington, DC, she retains an affinity for political intrigue, urban green space, and Ethiopian cuisine despite newly appreciating the British traditions of queueing, apologising, and Wimbledon. Maddy's freelance writing has been published in media such as Matador Network and Thistle Magazine as well as in St Andrews-based publications. She'll travel anywhere, just give her a moment to lace up her Adidas.