Buenos Aires F&B Scene - Volume I
Jun 16, 2013, 5:55 pm
#646
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It's been a few months since I popped in to this forum but wanted to offer a suggestion in the "b" part of the "f & b" scene. Spent the evening last Tuesday watching the World Cup qualifier vs Ecuador in the Buller Brewing Co in Recoleta - http://www.bullerpub.com/ - I would imagine the place is not the sort to go to for a quiet drink on Friday/Saturday or late on any evening, but arriving at 6 to watch the football the place was quiet enough. They brew and serve 6 beers, of which I only managed 3 during the game, they are quite substantial and full of flavour, not to mention alcohol, I think the weakest is 5% and the strongest 8%, I stuck in the middle! 
And for what it's worth I had a good steak at El Mirasol, Puerto Madero on Wednesday night, not a great steak but perfectly acceptable, not a patch on Happening at Costanera.
And for what it's worth I had a good steak at El Mirasol, Puerto Madero on Wednesday night, not a great steak but perfectly acceptable, not a patch on Happening at Costanera.
Jun 19, 2013, 12:06 am
#648
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You have been to various of the places that are on proper shortlist, here are some to consider in addition....
- La Cabania (this is not Las Lilas)
- Le Grill
- The Grill at the Plaza Hotel (ex Marriott Plaza)
- La Dorita
- La Raya
The first three names above are high-end options, the latter two are more everyday down to earth options that locals would normally go to.
- La Cabania (this is not Las Lilas)
- Le Grill
- The Grill at the Plaza Hotel (ex Marriott Plaza)
- La Dorita
- La Raya
The first three names above are high-end options, the latter two are more everyday down to earth options that locals would normally go to.
The best "dining out" meat I've had here in a couple of years. There were two of us (there were supposed to be 3, but one stood us up "al ultimo minuto" so we survived, perhaps with a little less selection).
Entradas - We shared an order of empanadas ossobuco. Tasty. I expected a bit more flavo(u)r, but still, tasty. We also shared an order of chorizo. It was very tasty (probably the empanada would have been tastier had I eaten it first). The chorizo didn't leave you with a slick in the mouth, nor a "I will have cramps before I go to sleep" feeling.
Meats - me, the asado de tira. This was the first asado argentino in ages where I didn't have to spit any of it out, nor was I left with more than one string of meat in one tooth. It wasn't as good as La Brigada at its former glory, but it was very very good. My dining companion ordered the muy gringo y kiwi traditional cut, which I tasted, and was deliciously tender and sabroso. It had to be more than 500g. It could have fed 2, perhaps with another side dish.
Sides - a mixed salad, and sauteed mushrooms. Both perfectly fine.
Wine - My failing eyes gave me problems reading the list in "dim restaurant light at night" so instead of asking for light, or reading glasses, the waiter told us about a wine promotion. We took it, and after it was open awhile, was a perfectly pleasant wine for the dinner.
Service - nice, not exceptional, but pleasant and efficient, and not intrusive.
Price - make a reservation @ Restorando.com during certain days/hours, a 20% discount on the food (not the beverages or cover) - dinner for 2 @ Dolar Blue was approx. US$100.
Aftermath - no "parrilla slick" that needed to be wiped off the face, no cramps, no feeling of a tourist trap, and no hesitation to return when I want a quality piece of vacuno que se murió por mis pecados
Jun 19, 2013, 7:41 am
#649
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Thanks for the Report.... glad you were sent to a place that didn't disappoint...
Im guessing the après-dinner ambiance was not bad, judging by the time of your post...
Cheers,
Gaucho100K
Im guessing the après-dinner ambiance was not bad, judging by the time of your post...
Cheers,
Gaucho100K
Comments re: Le Grill
The best "dining out" meat I've had here in a couple of years. There were two of us (there were supposed to be 3, but one stood us up "al ultimo minuto" so we survived, perhaps with a little less selection).
Entradas - We shared an order of empanadas ossobuco. Tasty. I expected a bit more flavo(u)r, but still, tasty. We also shared an order of chorizo. It was very tasty (probably the empanada would have been tastier had I eaten it first). The chorizo didn't leave you with a slick in the mouth, nor a "I will have cramps before I go to sleep" feeling.
Meats - me, the asado de tira. This was the first asado argentino in ages where I didn't have to spit any of it out, nor was I left with more than one string of meat in one tooth. It wasn't as good as La Brigada at its former glory, but it was very very good. My dining companion ordered the muy gringo y kiwi traditional cut, which I tasted, and was deliciously tender and sabroso. It had to be more than 500g. It could have fed 2, perhaps with another side dish.
Sides - a mixed salad, and sauteed mushrooms. Both perfectly fine.
Wine - My failing eyes gave me problems reading the list in "dim restaurant light at night" so instead of asking for light, or reading glasses, the waiter told us about a wine promotion. We took it, and after it was open awhile, was a perfectly pleasant wine for the dinner.
Service - nice, not exceptional, but pleasant and efficient, and not intrusive.
Price - make a reservation @ Restorando.com during certain days/hours, a 20% discount on the food (not the beverages or cover) - dinner for 2 @ Dolar Blue was approx. US$100.
Aftermath - no "parrilla slick" that needed to be wiped off the face, no cramps, no feeling of a tourist trap, and no hesitation to return when I want a quality piece of vacuno que se murió por mis pecados
The best "dining out" meat I've had here in a couple of years. There were two of us (there were supposed to be 3, but one stood us up "al ultimo minuto" so we survived, perhaps with a little less selection).
Entradas - We shared an order of empanadas ossobuco. Tasty. I expected a bit more flavo(u)r, but still, tasty. We also shared an order of chorizo. It was very tasty (probably the empanada would have been tastier had I eaten it first). The chorizo didn't leave you with a slick in the mouth, nor a "I will have cramps before I go to sleep" feeling.
Meats - me, the asado de tira. This was the first asado argentino in ages where I didn't have to spit any of it out, nor was I left with more than one string of meat in one tooth. It wasn't as good as La Brigada at its former glory, but it was very very good. My dining companion ordered the muy gringo y kiwi traditional cut, which I tasted, and was deliciously tender and sabroso. It had to be more than 500g. It could have fed 2, perhaps with another side dish.
Sides - a mixed salad, and sauteed mushrooms. Both perfectly fine.
Wine - My failing eyes gave me problems reading the list in "dim restaurant light at night" so instead of asking for light, or reading glasses, the waiter told us about a wine promotion. We took it, and after it was open awhile, was a perfectly pleasant wine for the dinner.
Service - nice, not exceptional, but pleasant and efficient, and not intrusive.
Price - make a reservation @ Restorando.com during certain days/hours, a 20% discount on the food (not the beverages or cover) - dinner for 2 @ Dolar Blue was approx. US$100.
Aftermath - no "parrilla slick" that needed to be wiped off the face, no cramps, no feeling of a tourist trap, and no hesitation to return when I want a quality piece of vacuno que se murió por mis pecados
Jun 19, 2013, 11:22 am
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Jun 19, 2013, 1:55 pm
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Jun 22, 2013, 6:39 pm
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Does anyone have any recommendations for a night out dancing in Buenos Aires? We will be a group of Brazilians, some of whom love dancing and are quite capable of absorbing a good deal of beer and other drinks. A place that would not be entirely packed with tourists would be nice.
Jun 22, 2013, 7:54 pm
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Does anyone have any recommendations for a night out dancing in Buenos Aires? We will be a group of Brazilians, some of whom love dancing and are quite capable of absorbing a good deal of beer and other drinks. A place that would not be entirely packed with tourists would be nice.
Jun 23, 2013, 6:07 am
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Jun 24, 2013, 3:10 pm
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Jun 25, 2013, 11:16 am
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It all depends on what kind of place you are expecting... I am in my mid 30's but long ago retired from regular clubing... In any event every time a foreign friend wants to go dancing I would go to Asia de Cuba (Puerto Madero) or to Shampoo (Recoleta). Please note that dancing does not start until after midnight as before that both places operate as restaurants. My adivce would be for you to make a reservation for a table that you can keep once the dance begins as thos tables in the floor are removed for people to dance.
Jun 25, 2013, 1:52 pm
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It all depends on what kind of place you are expecting... I am in my mid 30's but long ago retired from regular clubing... In any event every time a foreign friend wants to go dancing I would go to Asia de Cuba (Puerto Madero) or to Shampoo (Recoleta). Please note that dancing does not start until after midnight as before that both places operate as restaurants. My adivce would be for you to make a reservation for a table that you can keep once the dance begins as thos tables in the floor are removed for people to dance.
For the more electronic scene, aren't places like Pacha or Mint still open...? Im probably dating myself here, but I would ask about those places over on TA, perhaps they are still open and now have different names. Whatever happened to the sacred Temples... El Cielo and New York City...???
Jun 25, 2013, 1:58 pm
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Asia de Cuba sound right, but, wasn't (isn't?) Shampoo considered one of those "under cover" bars of ill repute... (???)
For the more electronic scene, aren't places like Pacha or Mint still open...? Im probably dating myself here, but I would ask about those places over on TA, perhaps they are still open and now have different names. Whatever happened to the sacred Temples... El Cielo and New York City...???
For the more electronic scene, aren't places like Pacha or Mint still open...? Im probably dating myself here, but I would ask about those places over on TA, perhaps they are still open and now have different names. Whatever happened to the sacred Temples... El Cielo and New York City...???
Jun 25, 2013, 5:07 pm
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What restaurants could be recommended for a person traveling alone? I do like the tasting menu options and like to try local flavors. But I don't want to spend a crazy amount on food.
How is:
el baqueano?
Aramburu? Seems to offer a 12 course tasting for some AR$340 which review wise is supposed to be comparable to a Michellin star restaurant. Are there any Michellin star restaurants in BA?
And what is the dress code at places like these? Are dark jeans OK with a business shirt?
How is:
el baqueano?
Aramburu? Seems to offer a 12 course tasting for some AR$340 which review wise is supposed to be comparable to a Michellin star restaurant. Are there any Michellin star restaurants in BA?
And what is the dress code at places like these? Are dark jeans OK with a business shirt?
Jun 25, 2013, 8:13 pm
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What restaurants could be recommended for a person traveling alone? I do like the tasting menu options and like to try local flavors. But I don't want to spend a crazy amount on food.
How is:
el baqueano?
Aramburu? Seems to offer a 12 course tasting for some AR$340 which review wise is supposed to be comparable to a Michellin star restaurant. Are there any Michellin star restaurants in BA?
And what is the dress code at places like these? Are dark jeans OK with a business shirt?
How is:
el baqueano?
Aramburu? Seems to offer a 12 course tasting for some AR$340 which review wise is supposed to be comparable to a Michellin star restaurant. Are there any Michellin star restaurants in BA?
And what is the dress code at places like these? Are dark jeans OK with a business shirt?
Last week, dinner for two at El Baqueano with a bottle of decent wine was ARS$700 (10% discount for cash - but that's equivalent to the normal tipping rate for reasonable service).