Córdoba & the Central Sierras
If trout's your thing, don't miss a meal at La Tramontana, 10km out of Capilla del Monte along RN 38 (taxis charge AR$250 to take you there). Dining at…
Córdoba & the Central Sierras
If trout's your thing, don't miss a meal at La Tramontana, 10km out of Capilla del Monte along RN 38 (taxis charge AR$250 to take you there). Dining at…
Cuenca
This restaurant has a small menu of traditional plates such as seco de chivo and gourmet fritada (fried chunks of pork, served with hominy, avocado and…
Amazon Basin
Maggy whips up pizzas nothing short of superb, and from a wood-burning oven. The flavors play up to their names: an 'Amazónico' for example comes with…
San Pedro de Atacama
Great breakfasts, delicious cakes and empanadas, brick-oven pizzas (choose your own toppings) and different dishes daily are churned out at this light…
Medellín
You might have to wait for a table at this tiny place run by a Filipino chef and his Colombian wife, but it's worth it. Dishes are an eclectic Chinese…
Mendoza & the Central Andes
Housed in a family-owned, finely restored winery in a residential neighborhood, this restaurant serves three- and seven-course wine-paired menus, as well…
Buenos Aires
This lively, modern Taiwanese kitchen, which opened around the corner from Plaza San Martín in 2016, is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Try the…
Elqui Valley
For a memorable night out, head to this polished restaurant on the main road leading south of town. Grab a fireside seat in the courtyard and linger over…
Rio de Janeiro
The sourdough revolution has yet to take hold in Rio, so this modern bakery is something of a pioneer. A range of superb sourdough loaves are baked on…
Cuzco
You can't go wrong with the authentic crepes in this Marseillaise-owned cafe, crafted with fusion ingredients like caramelized onions, Andean cheese,…
Middle Chile
Even most Chileans can't make heads or tails of La Sazón's wild menu of hyperlocal dishes, which draw inspiration from Mapuche ingredients and cooking…
Villa de Leyva
You can smell the sweet scent of baked goodness a block away from this authentic French bakery with croissants (oh, those almond ones!), baguettes, tarts,…
Vilcabamba
Besides the clever name and enviable location next to the church, the Turkish-run UFO gets jammed for its inexpensive and tasty breakfasts, Middle Eastern…
Belém
The good people of Belém love their burgers, and this small chain is the pick of a rather plentiful bunch of hamburger grills. The recipe for success is…
Around Medellín
You might have to wait for a table at this great-value corner cafe serving a small menu of delicious pizzas and pasta dishes at bargain prices. It's a…
São Paulo State
Chef Pisek studied the art of sausage-making in Germany and is celebrated for his homemade production (he often takes home best German restaurant in…
Montañita
For an upscale dining experience that won't break the bank, head to Pigro for homemade creamy risottos, tasty seafood pastas, hearty lasagna and other…
Elqui Valley
Amid lush foliage beside the gurgling Rio Cochiguaz, this entirely outdoor spot has the most enchanting setting for kilometers around. Start with ceviche…
Córdoba
For a special dining experience, book a table inside this sleek two-floor restaurant, set in a narrow but light-flooded passageway. Chef Javier Rodriguez…
Mar del Plata
You won't find seafood any fresher or more affordable than at this down-to-earth place a few blocks inland from the entrance to the port. In business…
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,…
Máncora
There’s nothing silly about this Dr Seuss–inspired breakfast spot, which counts a battalion of gringo fans for its homesick-remedy breakfasts (pancakes,…
Brazil
For a cheap meal with a local flavor, head to this huge open-air restaurant south of the city. Pull up a plastic chair alongside the hordes of local…
Middle Chile
Everyone who’s anyone in Zapallar makes a point of lunching at El Chiringuito, where terrace tables look out over the rocks and hungry pelicans fishing…
Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses
Pull up a table on the breezy wooden deck overlooking the river at this excellent local restaurant and choose from a variety of fantastic typical plates…
Casa Alonso at Mansión Alcázar
Cuenca
Mansión Alcazar's inviting restaurant, backing onto its beautiful internal garden, maintains the same lofty standards that the hotel does: ornately…
San Pedro de Atacama
A high-ceilinged dining room with dark wood paneling and an adobe fireplace in the middle, classic La Casona serves up sizzling parrilladas (mix of…
Amazon Basin
Formerly dealing in just teas, coffees and light snacks, this enterprising German-Peruvian-owned establishment now combines a first-class butchers with,…
Salento
Get your gringo on at this hugely popular little diner serving big portions of American classics to homesick travelers. Take your pick from excellent…
Brasília
This northeastern por-quilo restaurant is a culinary experience like no other. An assembly line of tempting creative dishes will totally overwhelm you –…
Rio de Janeiro
Set with checkered tablecloths, exposed brick and decorations from the Old World, La Trattoria has been a neighborhood favorite since 1976. Shrimp dishes…
San Pedro de Atacama
One of several ice-cream shops on the main street, Babalú serves up rich flavors you won't find at home. Try ice creams made from desert fruits like…
Manaus
One of Manaus’ top gourmet restaurants, especially for fish. Varieties such as pirarucú, tambaqui and other Amazonian specialties are served in various…
Coyhaique
For wonderful, drawn-out lunches by the woodstove. Highlights include appetizers like baked razor clams with bubbling cheese or smoked salmon mixed with…
Buenos Aires
Don't be put off by the fluorescent lights or the somewhat dated decor: this Peruvian gem near Plaza del Congreso is a neighborhood classic, serving up…
Norte Chico
The best-loved dining spot in town is this laid-back, art-filled dining room right on the main street. The wide-ranging menu features Thai-style seafood…
Iquitos
This chilled atmospheric place does a little bit of everything and does it well: Thai, Greek, Indian, vegetarian, Peruvian, cocktails. It offers a 'make…
Guayaquil
Inside the bohemian Manso Boutique Hotel, this colorful cafe serves up tasty organic and vegetarian fare, including quinoa tortillas, satisfying bean…
South Coast
Set in a refurbished old house, this modern bistro is about as chic as it gets in Moquegua. It combines one of the most diverse menus in town with a…
Curitiba
Hankering for a fiery curry? This upscale Indian restaurant in Batel is easily Brazil's (and maybe South America's) best. The kitchen staff are not afraid…