What are the 10 Argentine restaurants among the best in Latin America in 2020

The Argentinian grill Don Julio It has been established as the best restaurant in Latin America 2020 according to the ranking of the 50 best restaurants. However, he is not the only Creole representative on the influential list: nine other local gastronomic spaces make up the selection. Some, used to receiving international recognition, and others who are starting to stand out internationally.

2020 is the eighth edition of the 50 best restaurants in Latin America, the Latin American edition of the 50 best restaurants in the world, the annual competition created in 2002 by the British magazine Restaurant which distinguishes the best of world gastronomy.

In Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants vote, 250 industry leaders from the region participate, evaluating industry highlights year after year.

The 10 Argentine restaurants on the list of the 50 best restaurants in Latin America

Don Julio (post N ° 1)

It’s a grill, but much more than that. Sommelier Pablo Rivero opened Don Julio in 1999 and has gradually managed to transcend the borders of Buenos Aires and Argentina. The jury of the 50 best presents him as “The pinnacle of Argentinian culture and meat“And showcases not only the quality of the beef cuts and their origin (Aberdeen Angus and Hereford cattle) but also its wine cellar,“ one of the largest in Argentina with more than 20,000 bottles ”.

Don Julio. Guatemala 4699, Palermo. From 12 to 16 and from 19 to 1. Reservations +54 9 11 5311 5668. IG: @donjulioparrilla

Mishiguene (n ° 8)

“Judeo-Argentinian haute cuisine that modernizes the dishes of Ashkenazi and Sephardic cuisine,” defines 50 Best.

Mishiguene (which in Yiddish means ‘madness’) is the creation of chef Tomás Kalika, an Argentinian trained in Israel whose creativity shines not only in Palermo but also in the heart of Manhattan, New York, where he took his gastronomy in 2019.

Featured dishes: Hummus with chickpeas, asparagus, broad beans, Cordoba peas, sweetbreads, duck hearts, tahini, canned lemon sauce with smoked paprika, egg, gribenes and marinated jalapeño.

Mishiguene. Lafinur 3368, Palermo. From 7 to 12:30 p.m. Reservations and delivery +54 9 11 5029 1979. IG: @mishiguenecocina.

Tegui (n ° 16)

Its owner, chef Germán Martitegui, is now famous for his appearances as the jury of MasterChef Celebrity (Telefe), but long before he was already a recognized reference in Latin American and Argentinian gastronomy in particular.

Located in a recycled Palermo Hollywood mansion, the Tegui offers exclusive cuisine with 100% local produce.

Tegui. Costa Rica 5852, Palermo. Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Reservations +54 11 4770 9500.

Chila (extension N ° 19)

Disciple of Mauro Colagreco, with whom he worked in the current “best restaurant in the world” Mirazur (France), chef Pedro Barguero is responsible for a menu that offers an innovative look at Argentinian cuisine.

Chila. Av. Alicia Moreau de Justo 1160, Puerto Madero. From Tuesday to Saturday from 20 to 23 and Sunday from 12 to 15. Reservations www.chila.meitre.com IG: @chila_bsas.

Grand Dabbang (n ° 34)

Showcasing the ethnic diversity of Buenos Aires gastronomy, Gran Dabbang offers Asian flavors in 10 small dishes of your choice designed to share.

Super Dabbang. Scalabrini Ortiz 1553, Palermo. Monday to Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Reservations and delivery, tel. +54 9 11 3501 0481. IG: @dabbang_.

Osaka (n ° 38)

Although it has branches in Lima, San Pablo, Quito and Bogotá (in addition to Miami and London), Osaka is recognized among the best in Latin America for its Buenos Aires proposition. A tribute to the nikkei kitchen, which merges the Japanese and Peruvian culinary tradition in a festival of ceviches, tiraditos and dishes based on fish and seafood.

Osaka. Soler 5608, Palermo. From 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. Reservations 011 4775-6964. IG: @osakabsas.

El Baqueano (position N ° 39)

After working for several years in Spain, chef Fernando Rivarola opened his restaurant in San Telmo with sommelier Gabriela Lafuente. He defines his cooked as “contemporary nativea “and works with small producers and collectors. He prioritizes seasonal products, so his menu varies from month to month.

Narda Comedor (position N ° 40)

Recently voted best woman chef in Latin America in the same competition, Narda Lepes now manages to place her restaurant in Núñez in the top 50 and is positioned as the leader of the movement in favor of healthy eating. For the jury of the 50 best, the cook shows her compatriots that healthy food “can also delight the palate”.

Featured dishes: Onion in rib broth reduced for 72 hours, chicory with herb cream and egg, cabbage with mashed cauliflower and blood sausage.

Aramburu (n ° 43)

Chef Gonzalo Aramburu dared to bring haute cuisine to the Constitución district and his restaurant has become a place of worship. He then moved to the historic Pasaje del Correo in Recoleta, where he continues to offer a unique dining experience.

Aramburu. Vicente López 1661, Passage of mail, Recoleta. Phone. + 54 11 4811 1414. IG: @arambururesto.

Palermo’s favorite (n ° 47)

Another restaurant from Pablo Rivero (owner of Don Julio) which this year makes its debut in the ranking. A still life from 1952 which reopened in 2019 with a renewed proposal, both in its architecture (recycled, but preserving the original style) and in its menu. There are spiedo chickens, sausages, sausages and baked meats, as well as well-made Creole desserts such as pancakes with dulce de leche or the Don Pedro glass.