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The 10 Best Restaurants In Retiro, Buenos Aires

Ross Walker

Retiro is a bustling tourist section of Buenos Aires. There are plenty of delicious spots for breakfast, lunch and dinner. From pizza to sushi to steak, here’s our guide to the top restaurants in Retiro.

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1. Dada Bistro

Bar, Bistro, Argentina

Dada Bistro is a quaint neighborhood spot that serves large portions of Argentine classics and offers a fine selection of Malbecs. If you’re looking for a casual place to enjoy traditional Argentine food among locals, then Dada is the best bet, but be warned – it’s a small space that fills up quickly.

2. Filo

Restaurant, Italian

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Buenos Aires isn’t known for pizza, but with a restaurant like Filo, it certainly should be. Filo is a great lunch spot in Retiro and a safe choice if you are traveling with children. The most exciting thing on the menu is the calzone.

Gran Bar Danzon

It’s tough to think of something Gran Bar Danzon doesn’t do right. The servings are huge and shareable, so try ordering one or two for a party of four before you order anything else. Be as wary about the drinks, as they’re delicious but they pack a serious punch, and they’re cheap, so you may be tempted to have more than you can handle. Gran Bar Danzon is far from traditional, serving pork egg rolls and sushi: their Bloody Mary is topped with a spicy roll.
Address and Phone Number: Libertad 1161 C1012AAW Buenos Aires Argentina +54 11 4811-1108

3. Grand Cafe

Cafe, Argentina

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In Buenos Aires breakfast is sometimes hard to come by, so make a trip to Grand Cafe if you feel like you’re missing the most important meal of the day. The coffee is fantastic as well, as the baristas stock several different roasts and can make just about any espresso drink you like. Lunch is tasty (and quick, a rarity in Argentina) at Grand Cafe as well.

4. Elena

Restaurant, Argentina, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

If you’re looking for an elegant night out in Retiro, Elena is the place to go. The restaurant is in the gorgeous Four Seasons Hotel, and it lives up to the standard of quality you’d expect from the world-renowned luxury hotel chain. Our recommendation is to make a reservation on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, because Elena serves a special rotisserie item on those days. After dinner stop by the neighboring lounge, Pony Line, for a drink and a dance.

5. Tancat

Restaurant, Spanish

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Catalonia meets Buenos Aries at Tancat, a restaurant serving traditional Spanish food. The menu is long and diverse, and we recommend Tancat for seafood lovers. They have delicious ceviche and fried fish. Eating at Tancat is fun because most of the dishes are tapas, meaning you can order a lot and share. The desserts at Tancat are also quite tasty, and represent a fusion of Argentine and Catalan cuisine.

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