TRAVELERS’ NEEDS - Argentina - page 283

chorizos, and blood sausages.
A huge favorite with families
and local bohemians alike.

DK Choice
El Obrero

DK Choice
El Obrero $ $

Traditional
Argentinian Map 1 F3
Agustín Caffarena 64, La Boca
Te l [phone] Closed Sun
The lively El Obrero with its
old-fashioned ambience, is
frequented by locals plus the
occasional celebrity. In fact, U2's
Bono and actor Susan Sarandon
have dined at this portside
restaurant. Waiters recommend
the day's specials, but the
chorizos, beefsteaks, and sea
bass are always great choices.

Traditional
Argentinian Map 1 F3
Agustín Caffarena 64, La Boca
Te l [phone] Closed Sun
The lively El Obrero with its
old-fashioned ambience, is
frequented by locals plus the
occasional celebrity. In fact, U2's
Bono and actor Susan Sarandon
have dined at this portside
restaurant. Waiters recommend
the day's specials, but the
chorizos, beefsteaks, and sea
bass are always great choices.

Fine dining to the strains of live piano music, La Bourgogne (see p290)

Gran Parrilla del Plata $

Parrilla

Map 3 E5

institution is a popular spot.
Salads and pastas are good too.

minimalist design. The open
kitchen allows you to see the
raw fish being expertly prepared.

Chile 594, San Telmo
Te l [phone]
Dine with local families at this
old-fashioned parrilla . The menu
offers beefsteak, offal, and chorizo
dishes, plus wines and salads.

Filo $

Italian

Map 3 E4

Mullu $$

San Martín 975, Retiro
Te l [phone]
O ce workers flock to this
downtown spot in the evenings
for some fun and the modern
Italian cuisine. DJs play sets.

Fusion

Map 3 E3

Ricardo Rojas 451, Retiro
Te l [phone] Closed Sun
An intimate high-end Peruvian
fusion restaurant. Fresh fish and
sushi rub shoulders with
traditional Argentinian dishes
that have had a distinctive
makeover.

Naturaleza Sabia $

Vegetarian

Map 1 E1

Balcarce 958, San Telmo
Te l [phone] Closed Mon
Set in a town house, this place
prepares tasty vegan and veggie
dishes such as lentil burgers and
spinach-stuffed pastas.

Gran Bar Danzón $

Modern Argentinian

Map 3 D3

Libertad 1161, Tribunales
Te l [phone]
This hip dining spot attracts a
stylish crowd. The smart wine
bar is well stocked with an
impressive collection. Go to
dine or for drinks only.

Recoleta
Cumaná $
Traditional Argentinian Map 2 C3
Rodriguez Peña 1149
Te l [phone]
Cumaná serves the indigenous
foods of northern Argentina,
including locro (stew),
empanadas (meat-stuffed corn
wraps), and delicious desserts
made from sweet pumpkin and
native fruits.

La Brigada $$
Parrilla Map 1 E1
Estados Unidos 465, San Telmo
Te l [phone]
Enjoy the beefsteaks and
buzz at this lively, upscale
parrilla , which is famed for its
red-meat delicacies. Argentinian
soccer memorabilia festoons its
interior.

Milión $

Modern Argentinian

Map 3 D3

Paraná 1048, Tribunales
Te l [phone]
The ideal spot for moonlit dining
and cocktails, Milión operates
out of a belle époque mansion.
Diners can opt to sit in the
romantic private garden.

Patagonia Sur $$$
Traditional Argentinian Map 1 F4
Rocha 801, La Boca
Te l [phone]

Duhau Restaurante $$
Traditional Argentinian Map 3 D3
Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, Ave
Alvear 1661
Te l [phone]
Argentinian cuisine served
in chic surroundings. There's a
garden terrace for alfresco
dining, plus world-class wines
and Cuban cigars.

Closed Sun

& Mon
Famous Argentinian chef
Francis Mallmann owns this
portside restaurant. Dishes using
recipes from across Argentina are
traditional food at its best.

Sabot $
Traditional Argentinian Map 3 E4
25 de Mayo 756, Retiro
Te l [phone] Closed Sat

& Sun
A classic eatery, Sabot has old-
fashioned tables, stellar service,
and seafood specialties. Red and
white meats, salads, and pastas
are also served.

Plaza San Martín
and Retiro
El Establo $
Traditional Argentinian Map 3 E4
Paraguay 489, Retiro
Te l [phone]
With large, well-priced beefsteaks
on the menu, this downtown

Tandoor $$

International

Map 2 B3

Laprida 1293, Barrio Norte
Te l [phone]
Tandoor makes few concess-
ions to the spice-averse
Argentinian palate, whipping
up flavor-infused dishes from
across India.

Irifune $$

International

Map 3 E4

Paraguay 436, Retiro
Te l [phone] Closed Sun
Simplicity reigns at Irifune, which
blends Japanese cuisine with

For more information on types of restaurants see pp284-5