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STEAK - OUTSIDE THE BOX
Going to a parrillais great, but there are other options for amazing steak experien-
ces.
Adentro ( www.adentrodinnerclub.com ) This puerta cerradais like being at a good friend's
asado.You'll get stuffed on delicious appetizers, then move on to amazing meat.
Argentine Experience ( www.theargentineexperience.com ) Learn the story of Argentina's
beef and how to make empanadas and alfajores(cookie sandwiches). Plus you'll
eat a supremely tender steak.
Steaks by Luis ( www.steakbuenosaires.net ) An upscale asadoexperience where you'll
nibble on cheese and sip boutique wine while watching large hunks of meat being
grilled.
Parrilla Tour ( www.parrillatour.com ) Start with a choripán(traditional sausage sand-
wich), then an empanada. You'll finish at a local parrilla.
San Telmo & Constitución
El Desnivel PARRILLA $
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( 4300-9081; Defensa 855; mains AR$45-80; noon-4:30pm & 7pm-1am Mon-Fri, noon-1am
Sat & Sun) This famous and long-running parrilla joint packs in both locals and tourists,
serving them treats like chorizo sandwiches and bife de lomo (tenderloin steak). The sizz-
ling grill out front is torturous while you wait for a table (which could be in the large
back room) - get here early, especially on weekends.
Origen Café INTERNATIONAL $
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( 4362-7979; Humberto Primo 599; mains AR$50-70; 8am-10pm Tue-Fri & Sun, to 9:30pm
Mon & Sat) Modern but unpretentious, this stylish corner bistro spills out onto the wide
sidewalks; snag an outdoor table on a sunny afternoon. The creative menu features
health-conscious dishes from stir-fries and whole-wheat pizzas to homemade soups and
green salads. There's an emphasis on vegetarian food, and the cappuccinos are served in
delightfully oversized mugs.
Bar El Federal ARGENTINE $