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tables, so don't discuss state secrets. But the prices are fair for this strip, and the meat
comes out redolent of wood smoke; the wood-oven pizzas and empanadas are also very
toothsome.
Terra
ASIAN $$$
( 421931; Av Misiones 125; mains AR$60-90; dinner; )
Chalked signatures of myri-
ad satisfied customers mark the walls of this chilled bar-restaurant that specializes in
well-prepared wok dishes, with teriyaki salmon, pasta and salads as other options. The
streetside terrace fills fast.
La Vitrina
PARRILLA $$$
(Av Victoria Aguirre 773; mains AR$50-92; lunch & dinner)
This homey barn of a place is the
place to come for great
asado de tira
(ribs) among other
parrilla
delicacies. It's less
touristy than some and has enticing outdoor seating. There's live music at weekends.
De La Fonte
ITALIAN $$$
$$$
(
www.bhfboutiquehotel.com
; cnr Corrientes & 1 de Mayo; mains AR$110-180; 8pm-midnight Tue-
Sun; )
The domain of a talented Italian chef, this exquisite hotel restaurant is super-
strong on presentation, whether it be the homemade pasta or inventive artist-themed cre-
ations with fish or meat. An open kitchen furnishes elegant indoor and outdoor dining in
this beautiful courtyard oasis. Degustation menus showcase the array of culinary ability
on display.
La Rueda
ARGENTINE $$$
$$$
( 422531;
www.larueda1975.com
;
Av Córdoba 28; mains AR$80-125; 5:30pm-midnight Mon-
Tue, noon-midnight Wed-Sun; )
A mainstay of upmarket eating in Puerto Iguazú, this
culinary heavyweight still packs a punch. The salads are imaginative and delicious, as
are the river-fish (dorado, pacú and surubí) creations. The homemade pasta is cheaper but
doesn't disappoint. Service is good but slow.
Aqva
ARGENTINE $$$
$$$
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(
422064;
www.aqvarestaurant.com
; cnr Av Córdoba & Thays; mains AR$80-135;
noon-mid-
night;
)
Solicitous service and plenty of flavor keep this split-level corner spot filled
