Must-see restaurants in Along the Río Paraná

  • Escauriza

    Rosario

    Backing Florida beach, this legendary place is one of Rosario's best spots for fish. The enormous indoor-outdoor dining area is redolent with the aromas…

  • La Boutique del Cocinero

    Along the Río Paraná

    This innovative, welcoming chef-driven restaurant has an open kitchen right beside the dining area and a sociable vibe. On Monday it offers a set house…

  • Zazpirak Bat

    Rosario

    From outside, this Basque cultural center gives few clues that there's a restaurant inside, and the menu seems a little humdrum at first glance. But what…

  • Martha de Bianchetti

    Along the Río Paraná

    This old-fashioned Italian-style bakery and cafe serves delicious pastries and excellent coffee accompanied by chipacitos (little cheese scones). It's all…

  • La Pastelería

    Along the Río Paraná

    You might have to wait for a table at this popular little corner cafe where locals go for their merienda to plug the gap between lunch and the late…

  • Nesta

    Along the Río Paraná

    The hippie decor and inviting rear patio of this handsome house in a quiet leafy barrio make a welcome evening retreat. A small but interesting menu of…

  • Restaurant Bruno

    Rosario

    An elegant villa a block from Pellegrini is decorated with dark wood and tasteful gondolier prints. Well-heeled locals flock here for homemade pasta,…

  • Nuria

    Rosario

    This much-loved Rosario institution – now with several more modern outlets around town – is still a seductively old-fashioned place to pick up delicious…

  • Davis

    Rosario

    Occupying Rosario's most charming position, right on the river below the contemporary-art museum with 180-degree views, Davis offers minimalist-chic…

  • El Quincho de Chiquito

    Along the Río Paraná

    This legendary local institution is the place for river fish, on the costanera 6km north of downtown. There are few frills and no choice: four or five…

  • El Mirador del Paraná

    Along the Río Paraná

    Perched right above a river beach, the lovely bow-shaped deck here makes a great lunchtime destination. There's a fairly unsophisticated menu of parrilla…

  • La Marina

    Rosario

    Just above the flag monument, this basement place decorated with faded Spanish tourism posters is a top spot for inexpensive and delicious seafood, like…

  • Ginger

    Along the Río Paraná

    Across the road from the river, this popular place has a varied menu featuring the normal meat mains as well as gourmet sandwiches, pizzas, salads and…

  • Don Charras

    Along the Río Paraná

    Thatched and atmospheric, this parrilla is a popular Paraná choice. Fridays and Saturdays see special fire-roasted options, otherwise just enjoy the usual…

  • Restaurante España

    Along the Río Paraná

    This hotel restaurant on the pedestrian street is a lovely space, with high ceilings, attentive waistcoat-and-tie staff and an old-fashioned feel. There's…

  • Cristóbal del Puerto

    Along the Río Paraná

    A popular restaurant down near the port with a large air-conditioned dining room and a big bunch of tables out on the sidewalk. The place is famous for…

  • Los Jardines

    Rosario

    With a stepped terrace right down by the river (access by lift or stairs), this has a lovely setting, though rusty piping and a fishing pier obscure some…

  • Club Social Sirio Libanés

    Along the Río Paraná

    Hidden down a passageway leading to a gym, this large dining hall is packed with tables and offers tasty, well-prepared Middle Eastern–style dishes as…

  • Comedor Balcarce

    Rosario

    In business for decades, this typical corner bodegón (traditional diner) is one of a fast-disappearing breed. Home-style Argentine cooking comes in big…

  • Don Ferro

    Rosario

    The most handsome restaurant in town, Don Ferro is exquisitely set in an old brick railroad shed, with a delightful terrace on the platform, excellent…

  • Al Río

    Along the Río Paraná

    On the costanera, this has a sizeable deck and does everything from snacks to pizza and a few parrilla choices. Food is competent without being remarkable…

  • De Buen Humor

    Rosario

    Ice cream here comes from happy cows, they say. We can’t vouch for that, but anyone with a sweet tooth will be mooing contentedly at the optimism-filled…

  • Don Leo

    Rosario

    The angled timber ceiling and floorboards succeed in giving this parilla the feel of a rural grill restaurant, but its popular terrace on the Pellegrini…

  • Los Potrillos

    Rosario

    Decorated with warm colors and a sweeping horse mural, this parrilla offers plenty more than just grilled meat, with a fine selection of river fish and…

  • Flamingo Grand Bar

    Along the Río Paraná

    Smart seats and a plaza-side location make this a favorite throughout the day, from morning croissants and juices through to lomitos (steak sandwiches)…

  • El Viejo Balcón

    Rosario

    Be prepared to wait for a table at this long-time Rosario favorite in a parrilla-rich zone by the river. The meat is generously proportioned and of…

  • Ceviche

    Rosario

    This ultra-fashionable restaurant all decked out in black in the heart of the nightlife district is popular for its lively atmosphere, quality plates and…

  • La Estancia

    Rosario

    A sound choice on the Pellegrini strip, this typical upmarket grillhouse has really excellent cuts of meat – the vacío (flank steak) is special – allied…

  • Lola Valentina

    Along the Río Paraná

    Blending the cheerful vibe of a favorite corner eatery with formal service, this place offers great value for a long menu of Argentine classics, delicious…

  • Giovani

    Along the Río Paraná

    With as-it-should-be service and thoughtful touches such as free coffee, this stylish restaurant in the center of town serves excellent meats from the…

  • Monreal

    Rosario

    A Rosario institution, this no-nonsense corner place serves up a wide variety of delicious hot and cold sandwiches which are widely regarded as the best…

  • El Ancla

    Rosario

    One of Rosario's many beloved corner restaurants, this much-frequented local has an appealingly venerable interior and an authentic feel. The food – with…

  • Merengo

    Along the Río Paraná

    In 1851, Merengo stuck two biscuits together with dulce de leche (milk caramel) and invented the alfajor, now Argentina’s favorite snack. It's still going…

  • Che Rhoga

    Along the Río Paraná

    It's a bit of a hike out to this homey restaurant on the roundabout at the entrance, but it's worth it for toothsome homemade pasta, steaks in tasty…

  • Makánun Diáafah

    Along the Río Paraná

    Excellent-value, super-tasty Lebanese food. It's a cheerful, brightly lit corner spot with generous portions and great prices. Hugely popular but takes no…

  • El Aljibe

    Along the Río Paraná

    Warmly lit and cordial, this appealing neighborhood Italian eatery uses great ingredients to create flavor-filled salads, pasta and meat dishes.

  • Don Pedro

    Along the Río Paraná

    For cheap eats in the center, this unpretentious place on the Junín mall is a good bet. It doesn't look much – all fluoroescent lighting and mirrored…

  • Lo Mejor del Centro

    Rosario

    When this parrilla went bust, the staff managed to reopen it as a cooperative, and what a great job they’ve done. The meat’s as good as you’ll taste in…

  • Rincón Vegetariano

    Rosario

    This mostly vegetarian place offers a huge range of meat-free hot and cold dishes to eat in or take out. There are always all sorts of deals going, with…

  • Sal y Pimienta

    Along the Río Paraná

    A local favorite, this uncomplicated joint near the bus terminal is almost always open and has a wide-ranging menu and unbeatable prices for tasty meats,…

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