Emperador Hotel Buenos Aires

Few places in Buenos Aires are as original as Bis Bistró, located in a charming passageway full of shops that inevitably draws comparisons with the romantic alleyways so typical of Paris. This bistro, which could be described as the younger brother of the renowned Aramburu (located opposite – chef Gonzalo Aramburu is in charge of both), has a classic ambience that comes as a pleasant surprise, having retained its 1950s-style bistro essence and appearance (high ceilings, globe lamps, long banquettes, mirrors etc) alongside a glass-fronted kitchen and a small bar. The reasonably contemporary à l

If you’re an inveterate meat-eater, you’ll want to head to the República de Fuego, a restaurant with a young and informal vibe occupying an old restored house in the city’s Recoleta district. In this setting, which has retained the homely feel of the original building and which has preserved several “vintage” features such as the original and delightful flooring, everything revolves around the traditional Argentinian grill. Dishes have a contemporary twist in their presentation and are always based around premium cuts of meat that chef Gabriel Pérez prepares with the greatest of care. Highligh

If we were to rank the best Argentinian hotel restaurants, Elena, occupying the luxury Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires, would definitely figure high up on the list! Aesthetically inspired by the interior of old houses in the San Telmo district famous for its tango venues, it features a private dining room in the wine cellar and a main dining space brightened by a large glass dome, with an open kitchen to one side (note the ageing cabinets full of different cuts of meat). The culinary concept here, in what we would describe as a contemporary steakhouse, is traditional with meat (Angus sirloin,

Restaurant

Located within the walls of the Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt hotel in the highly exclusive district of La Recoleta, this restaurant focuses exclusively on vegetarian cuisine. Accessed via the lobby of the hotel, it occupies a contemporary setting enhanced by its own terrace, which is particularly welcoming and boasts views of the surrounding gardens. The chef at the helm, Juan Simonte, showcases his cooking on an à la carte and an extensive tasting menu which, in addition to including pickled and fermented vegetables such as the famous kimchi (considered a superb food in its own right), champions

The fully laden wine shelves and cheese room with its display cabinets exert a Pavlovian effect as you enter this restaurant in the Park Hyatt hotel. The best Argentinian products – the majority of which are cooked on the parrilla grill – are the main attraction here, accompanied by an impressive wine list featuring the country’s most acclaimed wines. There are lots of dishes for sharing, from the grilled rib chops and Atlantic fish to the slow-grilled shoulder of lamb. Everything is abundant here, both in terms of flavour and portions, but make sure you order a side of the delicious and butte

You won’t find a more traditional brasserie than this, with its black and white floor tiling, red leather banquettes, and efficient and experienced staff decked out in aprons, bow ties and waistcoats, all of which add to the sensation of being on a movie set – nor is it unusual to see passers-by pressing their noses against the windows here to glimpse the scene inside! If you’re a group of six and like to be the centre of attention, make sure you ask for table 16; but if your preference is to watch proceedings from above, book a table on the mezzanine. Here, everything revolves around fish and