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PINAMAR: El Viejo Lobo
$$
on offer at lunchtime on the
weekdays, and live DJ sets
on the weekends.
Argentinian Litoral
COLÓN: La Estancia
Seafood
Map
D3
Ave del Mar, cnr Bunge, 7630
Te l
(02254) 483-218
Acclaimed for its seafood dishes,
this spacious restaurant combines
a stylish dining experience with
sea views. Not to be missed are
the
gambas al ajillo
(prawns in
garlic sauce) and the cod with
butter and capers.
$
Surf 'n' Turf
Map
C2
DK Choice
TA N DIL: Época de Quesos
DK Choice
TANDIL: Época de Quesos $
Cheese & Charcuterie
Map
C3
14 de Julio 604, 7000
Te l
(0249) 444-8750
The historic 1860 monument
that Época de Quesos is housed
in is itself worth a visit, but the
irresistible platters of local
cheeses and sausages make
the experience all the more
enjoyable. The food can be
sampled on site as well as taken
away. Ask for a
picada
(pre-
meal platter served in small
portions) if you want to
try a morsel of everything.
Urquiza 158, 3280
Te l
(03447) 423-312
Warm and atmospheric with
creaky wooden floorboards, and
walls decorated with ranch tools
and wild boar and deer heads,
La Estancia is a traditional, meat-
dominated restaurant with
friendly service.
$
Cheese & Charcuterie
Map
C3
14 de Julio 604, 7000
Tel
(0249) 444-8750
The historic 1860 monument
that Época de Quesos is housed
in is itself worth a visit, but the
irresistible platters of local
cheeses and sausages make
the experience all the more
enjoyable. The food can be
sampled on site as well as taken
away. Ask for a
picada
(pre-
meal platter served in small
portions) if you want to
try a morsel of everything.
PINAMAR: Jalisco
$$
Mexican
Map
D3
Bunge 456, 7630
Te l
(02254) 493-166
Closed
Mon
COLÓN: Restaurant del
Puerto
& Thu
Jalisco may be a little dearer than
the
parrillos
serving local cuisine,
but the food here is more
authentic than most Mexican
food in Argentina, and guests
can ask the chef to make the
meals as spicy as they want. The
ambience is festive, and there are
large fajita platters to share.
$
Surf 'n' Turf
Map
C2
Alejo Peyret 158, 3280
Te l
(03447) 422-698
Closed
Wed
A folksy little restaurant housed
in a century-old antique home
that is one of Colón's prettiest
buildings. Expect creative takes
on pasta, meats, and seafood.
The
pacú
and
boga
fish are
especially recommended.
VILLA GESELL: El Estribo
$
Parrilla
Map
D3
Ave 3, cnr Paseo 109, 7165
Te l
(02255) 460-234
A much-loved
parrilla
, this
Argentinian-style barbecue
restaurant offers every possible
cut of meat, including offal -
salted and grilled until crunchy.
Try the
bondiola
(pork shoulder)
in a brown ale sauce. Do not miss
the excellent “Don Pedro” dessert.
SAN ANTONIO DE ARECO:
Almacen de Ramos Generales $
Parrilla
CORRIENTES: La Morocha
$
Map
C3
Surf 'n' Turf
Map
C1
Zapiola 143, 2760
Te l
(02326) 456-376
The
asado
(barbecue) is popular
here and diners can order
premium cuts such as
bife de
chorizo
(sirloin). Alternatives
include a tasty
conejo al verdeo
(rabbit with spring onions) or
a Basque seafood stew.
Salta 498, 3400
Te l
(0379) 443-8699
Closed
Sun;
Sat dinner
Located in the heart of the city's
historic neighborhood, this
restaurant is housed in an
atmospheric colonial building.
The bistro-style menu has pastas,
seafood, and meat dishes.
VILLA GESELL:
El Viejo Hobbit
$
Cheese & Charcuterie
Map
D3
SAN ANTONIO DE ARECO:
El Rancho
Ave 8 no. 1165, 7165
Te l
(02255) 465-851
ESQUINA: El Aljibe
$
$
Closed
Sun-
Surf 'n' Turf
Map
C2
Parrilla
Map
C3
Thu
Built to resemble a rustic hobbit
house with a grass roof and
wagon-wheel chandeliers, this
casual pub-style restaurant
specializes in home-brewed
ale, cheese and sausage
platters, and fondue.
Ave Costanera 628, 3450
Te l
(03777) 460-788
Diners can watch cooks bake
home-made empanadas and
make fresh pastas at this local
favorite. Other specialties include
river fish such as
surubí
and
pacú
.
There is occasional live music.
Zerboni and Belgrano, 2760
Te l
(02326) 1543-4934
With a refreshing location in
front of the Areco river, open-air
grilled meats and fresh-caught
river fish are the name of the
game at this picture-postcard
steakhouse.
GUALEGUAYCHÚ: La Cascada $
Parrilla
SANTA ROSA: Los Pinos
$
Map
C2
Parrilla
Map
C3
Ave Costanera 370, 2820
Te l
(03446) 432-451
This family-oriented
parrilla
has
a convenient location and a
convivial atmosphere. Beef sizzles
on a fixed spit, and there are crisp
pizzas. Adults can visit the on-site
wine-tasting salon.
Ave Spinetto 815, 6300
Te l
(02954) 437-242
Closed
Sun
Located in downtown Santa
Rosa, Los Pinos is a traditional
steakhouse that is always
crowded. Dig into enormous
sides of beef brought straight
from the local cattle-rearing
countryside, and relax in the
friendly atmosphere.
MERCEDES: Sabor Único
Restobar
$
Italian/Argentinian
Map
C2
SANTA ROSA: Siete 10 $
Italian/Argentinian
Map
C3
Ave San Martín, cnr Urquiza, 6300
Te l
(02954) 243-030
Go for the pizza and beer, stay
for the lively music, young,
upbeat vibe, and warm service.
Reasonably priced set menus
Ave San Martín 518, 3470
Te l
(03773) 441-557
Closed
Mon
Located in a beautiful historic
home, this eatery serves standard
Argentinian fare such as
milanesas
(breaded veal cutlets),
steaks, and pastas. There is a
garden and a play area for kids.
Small but stylish in its decor and cuisine,
Restaurant del Puerto, Colón
Key to Price Guide
see p288
