The Northwest Restaurants
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1. José Balcarce
$$$ | |A group of chefs launched a restaurant and catering service with high Andean cuisine as its goal—"high" referring to both the altitude and the gourmet techniques. The result is José Balcarce, in a brick-and-wood building with large windows just two blocks from bustling Balcarce Street. The menu is short, and the service can be slow, but the creative dishes—using local ingredients such as quinoa and llama—are delicious.
Necochea 590, Salta, Salta, 4400, Argentina387-421–1628Known For
- Creativity with traditional ingredients
- Sophisticated setting
- The most haute cuisine in Salta
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2. Los Morteros
$$$ | |For a contemporary spin on regional delicacies, head to Los Morteros. The llama in Malbec, fresh grilled trout, and succulent lamb stew are all noteworthy picks; this busy spot also cooks up a sizzling barbecue worth ordering for its smell alone. Reservations are a good idea. Check out Los Morteros' wine cellar—it mostly stocks regional wines made at high altitudes.
Salta s/n, Purmamarca, Jujuy, 4618, Argentina388-490–8063Known For
- Regional cuisine
- Good wine list
- Barbecue
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3. Viracocha
$$ | |The menu at this unassuming picanteria (restaurant specializing in spicy foods) has everything from trout to rabbit, but llama or quinoa are the dishes to try: give them a go as an empanada starter. Less adventurous eaters can sample one of the pasta dishes. Named after an Andean god, Viracocha has helpful staff, and the atmosphere amid the yellow walls and arches is happily relaxed.
Independencia 994, corner of Lamadrid, San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, 4600, Argentina388-423–3554Known For
- Northwestern cuisine
- Buzzy atmosphere
- Spicy food
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4. Andrés
$$ | |Folks from Salta and San Lorenzo favor this bright, semi-enclosed brick-and-glass building with a vaulted ceiling for weekend dining. Lo de Andrés prepares a lightly spiced Argentine-style parrillada, but if you're not up for a full-on feast, there are empanadas and milanesas (breaded steak), as well as regional dishes like humita.
Juan Carlos Dávalos 1401 and Gorriti, San Lorenzo, Salta, 4401, Argentina387-492–1600Known For
- Steak and barbecue
- Quick service
- Cheap and cheerful
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5. Casa Díaz
$$$$ | |>At this adorable spot in Seclantás, Pío Díaz and his family cultivate ingredients in their organic garden then harvest them to create delicious regional dishes revered by top Argentine chefs. Many recipes, such as charquisillo made from jerky, have been passed down through the generations and are served in this gorgeous 18th-century farmhouse. Try the Díaz’ mistela wine as well as ulpada, a fermented corn beverage.
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6. Casa Moderna
$$ | |Picadas—assorted cured meats and local cheeses, accompanied by home-baked breads—are the star attractions here (be sure to try the smoked boar and trout). Although this deli and wine bar does get busy, the staff is generally friendly, and you can escape the bustle by retreating to the back terrace. Wash down your meal with one of the hearty Los Morros-brand reds, produced by Casa Moderna’s own small winery.
España 674, Salta, Salta, 4400, Argentina387-422–0066Known For
- Excellent charcuterie
- Picnic food
- Wine store
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7. Doña Salta
$ | |This warm, festive, family-friendly locale serves dishes quite typical of Salta and the Northwest such as classics like humita (steamed corn husks filled with cheese) or the local locro stew, with beans and hunks of beef. You'll dine in a room steeped in local tradition, amid wine jugs and old wooden implements. Empanadas and meats are also reliable; the pastas are unremarkable, though. The location, across from Iglesia San Francisco, couldn't be more central. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Córdoba 46, Salta, Salta, 4400, Argentina387-432–1921Known For
- Beef empanadas
- Its popularity, especially with tourists
- Classic fare from the Northwest
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8. El Baqueano
$$$$ | |When one of Buenos Aires’ top restaurants upped sticks for the northwest, salteños couldn’t believe their luck. Taking their concept of cooking exclusively with Argentine ingredients, chef Fernando Rivarola and sommelier Gabriela Lafuente now focus on giving a strong contemporary identity to the northwest’s abundant pantry with a focus on alternative proteins on the tasting menu. There’s also a killer vista thanks to its location at the top of Cerro San Bernardo.
Cerro San Bernardo, Salta, Salta, 4400, ArgentinaKnown For
- Fine dining
- Top chef and sommelier on hand
- Award-winning team
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9. El Patio
$$ | |With three dining rooms, a patio out back, a location just yards from the central plaza, and well-priced regional cuisine, El Patio is one of Tilcara's most popular restaurants. Anita Ponce's menu is an unpretentious yet delectable mix of regional specialties and standard Argentinian fare, and service is friendly. Order beef empanadas to start, and slather in llajua spicy sauce.
Lavalle 352, Tilcara, Jujuy, 4624, Argentina388-495–5044Known For
- Local dishes
- Good wine list
- An easygoing atmosphere that attracts locals and visitors
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10. El Rancho
$ | |Facing the main plaza, this big barn of a restaurant serves regional specialties (like baked rabbit and cabrito al horno), as well as pastas and classic Argentine steaks. Expect generous portions, a bustling atmosphere, live folk music, and wines from the owner's Bodega Río Colorado, just a block away.
Vicario Toscano 4, Cafayate, Salta, 4427, Argentina3868-421–256Known For
- Bustling atmosphere
- Traditional fare
- Efficient service
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11. Finca
$$$$ | |Managing various restaurants around NW Argentina, including overseeing the Quebrada’s Hotel Huacalera, chef Walter Leal raises the bar in terms of Andean cuisine. Working with ingredients from across Jujuy including the highly elevated Puna plateau, his creations look to recuperate, then plate, these remote ecosystems. Star turns include cured trout with potato, red maize and a citrus marinade; and creamy quinoa with beets, goat cheese, arugula and avocado. Splash out on the tasting menu paired with regional wines.
General Belgrano 575, San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina388-522–3070Known For
- Excellent wine pairings
- Local celebrity chef
- Fresh, local ingredients
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12. Inti Raymi
$$ | |It's an honest little restaurant in Seclantás, with some fine old photos on the walls and good, oven-baked empanadas. Other attractions include a delicious goat stew, corn-based dishes, regional breads, and a warm welcome from your host, Alejandro Díaz.
Abraham Cornejo s/n, Seclantás, Salta, 4419, Argentina3868-498–009Known For
- Typical northwestern fare
- Good value
- Traditional decor
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13. Jovi Dos
$$ | |A great-value restaurant on a bustling downtown corner, Jovi Dos has several airy, high-ceilinged rooms with wood beams and plate-glass windows. Noteworthy starters include marinated eggplant and baked beef empanadas while grilled meats, seafood, pizza, and pasta have equal billing on the ridiculously long menu. Dishes such as the ravioles mixtas (ravioli filled with spinach and cheese, then topped with a creamy sauce) are big enough for two people. The waitstaff is attentive, and the wine list is solid.
Balcarce 601, Salta, Salta, 4400, Argentina387-432–9438Known For
- Fast service
- Abundant portions
- Lunch spot for local businesspeople
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14. K'allapurca
$ | |At lunch, the best tables are taken by groups of tourists being serenaded by a band of minstrels, but don't let that put you off. The food is simple, well-presented Andean fare, and the prices are very reasonable. The kitchen can cater to vegetarians, too.
Belgrano 210, Humahuaca, Jujuy, 4630, Argentina388-410–5139Known For
- Lamb stew
- Fixed menu
- Welcoming groups
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15. La Picantería
$$ | |Slotted neatly into the tiny Plaza Peloc, La Picanteria’s streetside setting makes for a great lunch spot to watch people come and go about their business. You can, of course, also dine inside, and enjoy the simple yet cozy aesthetic. There’s a brisk business for those after the three-course lunch menu, which might include spicy vegetable soup, llama escalope with salad or delicious handmade pasta. Dinner consists of a decent pizza—and pizza only—menu.
Paraje Pucará 4, Tilcara, Jujuy, Argentina388-495–5269 -
16. La Posta
$$ | |Empanadas, llama dishes, and other hearty regional specialties dominate the menu at this eatery on the main square. Take a seat by the window and watch the scene at the market stalls outside while enjoying jujeño staples such as picante de pollo (spicy chicken) or regional stews, or avoid the bustle on the airy back patio.
Rivadavia s/n, on Plaza 9 de Julio, Purmamarca, Jujuy, 4618, Argentina388-490–8040Known For
- Traditional dishes
- Attracting families
- Lively atmosphere
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17. Los Puestos
$$$ | |A poetic narrative in the menu describes this place as "a haven for parched travelers," along the lines of the watering holes used for centuries by local shepherds. Top picks include empanadas baked in the oven right by the entrance and a llama fillet served with orange sauce and colorful Andean potatoes. They also cook up great asado (barbecue).
Belgrano, corner of Padilla, Tilcara, Jujuy, 4624, Argentina388-495–5100Known For
- Empanadas
- Asado
- Buzzy vibe
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18. Manos Jujeñas
$$ | |Ponchos on the walls, old paintings, native artifacts, stucco archways, and Andean background music are clues that this might be one of the best places to sample authentic Northwestern cuisine. Try the locro: a stew of maize, white beans, beef, chorizo, pancetta, and a wonderful red pepper–oil glaze, all of which come together in a mélange of savory, starchy flavors. Ask for a table at the back for a more authentic and less hurried dining experience.
Senador Pérez 379, San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, 4600, Argentina388-424–3270Known For
- Traditional dishes
- Busy atmosphere drawing locals
- Great place to try locro
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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