Where to eat in Mendoza

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  Julieta Fraguío 22/06/2016

The Mendoza gastronomy is very varied but it is either of root Creole or with the Italian and Spanish stamp of its immigrants, what characterizes it is the excellent quality of the raw material with which it is made.


The  Mendoza products such as vine, olive and fruit trees are added to beef, goat and lamb meats to provide an unmistakable gastronomic identity.


During your visit to Mendoza I recommend that you try:


The Mendoza goat  on the grill accompanied by a Malbec, if it comes from a family or artisan winery, better. As a garnish, I ordered a tasty tomatican. a preparation of farm tomatoes, green onion and egg.


Before roasting, a chopped with the inevitable Mendoza olives in its various options: whole, pitted, seasoned, stuffed with bell peppers, almonds or cheese roquefort, or the rarest but exquisite “sajada” olives.


The  Mendoza empanadas with meat filling but, unlike their sisters from the other provinces, without raisins and with olives.


In the afternoon, to accompany mate or coffee, some Mendoza pancakes. There are three versions: scraped, punctured and leafy. More typical, impossible!


And finally, some of the exquisite preserves, jams or preparations made with the delicious Mediterranean fruits that are grown on the farms:  grapes, peaches, pears, apples, melons, alcayotas.

 


Now you just have to choose from our  guide to the best restaurants, the places to enjoy all these exquisite flavors:

 

 



Where to eat the best entrees


Casa El Enemigo

Casa El Enemigo is the winery that the winemaker Alejandro Vigil owns inside his home in Cruz de Piedra, also converted into a restaurant and open space for visits, tastings and encounters with wine and its creator.


Next to your younger brother, architect, designed the space that receives Mendoza and tourists in an atmosphere as warm as familiar.  Lunches and dinners They are prepared by the renowned chef Matías Podestá.


Among your Outstanding dishes are: the picadas (highlighted by the variety of olives, lamb patties and seasoned legs), the chicken casserole or vegetables to disk.


All entry options I recommend you accompany them with one of the seven El Enemigo Premium wine labels.




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Rosell Boher

A complex located 45 kilometers from the City of Mendoza, in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo. It is surrounded by vineyards and beautiful landscapes that invite you to live experiences unforgettable at the foot of the Andes mountain range.

 

The  menus  restaurant are made mainly taking into account the ingredients local and paying attention to seasonal products. Food is prepared in an artisanal way, from the kneading of the bread, the pastry to the homemade icecream.

 

The input The most popular of the place is the  provoleta with roasted vegetables (tomatoes dried, onions, zucchini, aubergines). In addition, it comes accompanied with country toast, lettuce salad sprinkled with a kind of vinaigrette with bell peppers of all colors and the outstanding olive oil of the house.

 

La provoleta It comes on a steel plate, warm and ready to eat. 



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Maria Antonieta

The proposal It is Argentine and Italian cuisine. Having a maximum of 18 chairs makes most of the time work full. Another of the characteristics is that it has a different vegan gourmet menu all the noon.  


Entries stars are: the humita in chala,  the Malbec lamb meatballs and salad with burrata accompanied by 100% fresh products from their own organic garden.

 



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Recommended gourmet restaurants


Siete Cocinas

The menu covers seven gastronomic regions of the country. The star dishes are the goat ricotta ravioli with north argentine lent seeds, quinoa salad, Pumpkin from San Juan, the "goat from Malargüe" and the Milanese from rabbit. 


They have a tasting of national and international wines, the recommended one is Malbec from Salentein wineries.


The menu has gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly meals. Restaurant is very cozy, its interior is all made of wood and marble. The decoration of the dishes is another of the points in favor of Siete Cocinas.



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Lagarde winery

restaurant is located on one of the centenary vineyards of the winery, in a magical and natural setting.


The kitchen of Lagarde is based on a combination of various fire cooking techniques (plate, embers, grill, flame and ovens) with local ingredients. prepare signature recipes with roots in regional cuisine mixed by recipes of italic origin. 


In each season of the year, the team of cooks creates a four-step menu that follows the Italian structure of starter, pasta, meat and dessert, each paired with the best wines from the winery. 


For your processing use local seasonal produce, vegetables and cultivated herbs in the own garden and the extra virgin olive oil, fruit of the ancients olive trees on the farm.  

 

The dishes favorites by diners are: meat or fish lasagna with red sauce, the olive mushroom risotto and the wood-fired veal ossobuco.



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Brindillas

Brindillas opened its doors in 2005. The project was born from two young chefs, who with enthusiasm offered a warm and simple place.


restaurant opens five nights a week, only admits 18 people in each service, prior reservation, and structure your proposal around two menus tastings that change entirely with the seasons of the year.


Among the star dishes, I recommend you try the artichokes with prawns, Accompanied with rice with mushrooms, reinforced by a bonbon of pine mushrooms.


Another delight of the place, it is the very meaty trout with a brilliant sauce, product of a champagne and lemon reduction accompanied by sautéed and sweet and sour vegetables.


All Dishes can be accompanied by the great variety of red and white wines from the outstanding Brindillas wine cellar.



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Recommended grills


Don Mario

It is a classic when it comes to choosing grilled meats. To wait for the dishes, offers diners a homemade ham, some green olives with olive oil olive and pickled aubergines, a delight to whet your appetite!


Among the The most prominent cuts of meat are: the entrails, the void, the loin and the Roast cover. While the pork or chicken skewer is one of the most requested.


All dishes can be accompanied with french fries, baked or salads, I recommend the one with hearts of palm, lettuce and ham.



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La Barra

In the La Barra grill stand out for the delicious chorizo steak (recommended: order it juicy).


Also, you go to be able to find  all Argentine cuts of meat  like the strip roast, empty, entrails, ribs, achuras, loin and tail of rump.


For accompany the meats they offer kidneys, pork chorizo, sweetbreads, chinchulines and seafood (squid and fried prawns).


Also You can find other typical Argentine foods such as  locro  and the  fried patties.


For enhance the flavor of meats I ordered the recommended cabernets of the house, it will enhance the flavor of your food.



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La Lucila

It's something else luxurious and modern than the rest of the grills. All cuts of meat and they also grill fish. The recommended dishes are the chorizo steak or strip roast, along with chinchulines.


Also They have an important variety of accompaniments such as purees, salads and everything type of french fries (stick, grid, Spanish and noisette).


One of the The most recommended wines for red meats is the young red from high altitude vineyards from Alamos winery.



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El Palenque

A picturesque grocery-style restaurant, with tables outside and inside. The menu is extensive, in addition to all the cuts of meat, pastas, sandwiches and salads are offered.


The most prominent dishes are the grilled pork ribs marinated in red wine. Another delicacy is grilled hake with grilled vegetables or French fries.


Other classics are the meat patties, the provoleta and the widths are unmissable!


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Where to eat Pasta


La Barca

If you are looking for a place to eat homemade pasta and 100% Italian , this is the place.


In the menu from La Barca you will find a great variety of  cannelloni, gnocchi, lasagna, stuffed pasta and spaghetti


The dishes star are: the four cheeses sorrentinos, the pumpkin panzottis and the humita or spinach crepes. Another unmissable are the potato and ricotta gnocchi.


For enjoy your dishes even more, do not forget to accompany them with a white wine from the house!



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Fuente y Fonda

A house of meals that found the charm of serving large platters to share. You They leave giant trays with spatulas and each diner is served.


The dishes The most popular are the potato cake, the corn cannelloni tank and ricotta.  Although the lasagna with ham, cheese and vegetables gratin is all sighs.


Another point a Please is that all dishes include dessert. When choosing, do not stop try the traditional flan with dulce de leche!



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Marchigiana

It is one of the most prestigious restaurants that  Mendoza has, has a location in the center of the city and the other towards the mountains, surrounded by wineries. Both are very comfortable and have outdoor terraces.


The specialty is Italian-Argentine cuisine, made with seasonal products, regional, fresh and natural, to which is added the best selection of wines from the esteemed Mendoza wineries.


for The dishes are of an excellent standard, among which all the varieties stand out of pasta and sauces, some really innovative. Some of the dishes star are the lasagna ai quattro formaggi, pasta di ceppia  with cream of seafood,  paglia e fieno a la papalina, capelletti Caruso, gnocchi all’uso nostro  and  agnellotti  to the cream.


A private cellar also offers the possibility of developing different activities, among which wine tastings, workshops, courses, thematic talks , private meetings, birthdays, commercial presentations and other related events.



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Vegetarian and vegan food


Mumbai Masala

Kitchen typical very neat and elegant. The menu is extensive and has a menu for vegans and celiacs. The star dishes are the pumpkin soup with cheese from potato and quinoa.


Los tortelis goat cheese with roasted aubergines sautéed with cherys, arugula and butter of herbs. It's a feast for the palate!


Also They have varieties of salads, soups and vegan cakes. Another of the dishes Popular is the vegetarian lasagna topped with mushroom sauce. For accompany these dishes do not forget to try the signature drinks!



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Diplomatic

It is a international and fusion restaurant. Has the menu feature gluten-free and the chef comes to the tables to give you attention personalized to each guest.


The plate star is the  Chop suey.   Considered the most universal dish of the Chinese food in the West. This dish is made with seasonal vegetables and sautéed rice, in general pork, beef or fish are added, but At Diplomatic, they sauté all this delicious food with tofu. In addition, to add different seasonings, the main pairing will be Malbec.



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Gran Ciervo

A  shelter typical of the Cordillera de los Andes  in the heart of the street of bars of town. There are old skis, firewood, snowshoes, Himalayan flags, gadgets and treasures that recreate the mountain spirit with great vibes.


The letter reproduces the same mystique in local ingredients and crockery. The Wednesdays there are acoustics by Mendoza musicians from 8 pm to 10 pm.


Lo best:  grilled vegetable pizza and mojitos, served in a small jar camp enamelling. I also recommend salads, there is variety and they are very cool. And for the confectioners, the dulce de leche mousse is delicious!



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Coffee shops


Rama Negra

It is one of the newest proposals and it has become the favorite place for those who enjoy large cups of coffee with delicious pastries.


Plus, you can enjoy juices, sandwiches, and savory options. There are divided spaces where large festive tables are set up, others to chat quietly and living rooms in front of large windows to enjoy the landscape.


The highlight of Rama Negra is the latte art coffee, you can accompany it with the Bomba Rama Negra cake, with a moist chocolate base, with dulce de leche, coconut, condensed milk and branch chocolate or with lemon pudding or pancakes.


The place is pet-friendly and they play background music to enjoy the best flavors and space.


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Cafetería Unión

The menu is simple, with everything delicious and freshly made throughout the day. The decoration is modern and there are comfortable spaces to isolate yourself from the world with your computer or to work in a group. The room has capacity for 20 people.


The best: Colombian coffee varieties and homemade jams. Tostadones are a must at all times.


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Chimpay Bistro

It's coffee and rest of the outstanding Huentala Hotel, located in the center of the city of Mendoza, offers a peaceful, elegant and quiet environment.


Your name comes from Huarpe, and means "House of Friends" and invites everyone who wants to enjoy it with its varied menu in coffees, artisan products, vegan and without TACC.


Podes Sit in place or you can order take out. The place is set with background music. To accompany your coffee, I recommend croissants, cakes and puddings.



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The richest bakeries


Zampa

A bar canchero  to eat something sweet, have a tea in threads, a coffee or some of the various natural juices.


From the oven mud come out dishes with delicacies that are eaten with the hands: chipá de tres cheeses, spinach torrejas, sweet bread, sandwiches with chips sweet potato.  Breads, preserves and preserves  are produced in-house kitchen.


Regarding the cakes, be sure to try the black forest, the lemon pie with a balance perfect between the acid of the lemon and the enormous amount of meringue with very little sugar and creamy texture that does not cloak. Another must-see is the cake ricotta.



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Tea & Company

It is located in the city center and open from 9 am to 9 at night.


You will be able to find cakes with cream, mousse, sponge cake, brownies and many more. The The most popular cake is the Oreo with Dulce de Leche.


In the same they also produce chocolates and alfajores. They also sell jams from the typical fruits of the region.



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Bröd Panadería

They have healthy and innovative organic food options, including coffee, breads, pastries and sandwiches.


The place is very nice and welcoming. From the outside it looks like a typical bakery-pastry shop in the best European style. And inside you will stay fascinated with everything you see. They have a great variety of breads and cakes.


The cakes The most requested are: ricotta with blueberries, rogel of dulce de leche, apple and almond-pear cake. You will also find sweet dumplings, homemade savory and alfajores.



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The best wine cellars


Tierras Altas Winery

For more than a century, the Arizu Family has been linked to viticulture.   Many generations dedicated their lives to work in the vineyards transforming daily effort into a culture of wine. 


Lands Altas  is one of the first boutique wineries in Mendoza, built in 1999,  has 250,000lts of capacity  entirely in tanks of stainless steel and high-tech machinery to give grapes a proper and careful treatment. They also have an underground cellar unique, to give way in the middle and high lines to the aging in barrels of oak and later stowed in bottle.


To savor traditional dishes like lamb and trout, I recommend you stop by her restaurant, Juana María located in the helmet of the stay. There you can accompany the dishes of their best varieties of malbecs and sauvinongs. 



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Bodega Trapiche

Trapiche produces more than 3, 5 million of wine boxes per year and it is one of the most popular wines in Mendoza since its foundation in 1883!   


Grapes used by Trapiche come from vineyards of the highest quality in Mendoza, the Italian style brand is located in Maipú and can be visited with the different tours that are offered (Visits are from Monday to Sunday with reservation).


With a extensive trajectory and 130 years of life in the industry, is the pioneer in the introduction of French vines, varietal wines, importation of barrels of oak and hiring of international consultants.


In 2014, Trapiche was awarded with the Gold Medal "Global Best Of Wine Tourism" in the category best experience in architecture and landscape .  Also considered as the brand with the most exports to the world and distribution in more than 90 countries, selected by the Drinks International magazine among the TOP 100 wineries in the world. 



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Bodega Zuccardi

Fue elegida en el 2019 como la mejor bodega del mundo. La familia Zuccardi se alza en el primer puesto de la categoría "The World’s Best Vineyards". Tradición, innovación y un espíritu visionario son los ingredientes de un proyecto que comenzó hace más de 50 años (1963), con el ingeniero Alberto Zuccardi plantando las primeras hectáreas de vides en Maipú, Mendoza.


La edificación frente a las plantaciones de vid fue construida por el arquitecto Fernando Raganato. Fue realizada a partir de materiales como hierro, arena y piedra, con una cúpula metálica que se encarga de reflejar la luz solar y con principios de sustentabilidad. 


El recorrido es a través de los viñedos, los distintos espacios y el restaurante ‘Piedra Infinita’. Allí ofrecen hasta un máximo de 50 comensales un menú de 4 pasos elaborado con productos regionales, maridado con vinos Zuccardi y con vistas inigualables hacia las montañas.


El restaurante está abierto de miércoles a domingo, es recomendable reservar con anticipación.

 



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Places to have a drink


Suburbia

It is a metropolis of three bars in one that invites its visitors to dance. Is open from  Thursday to Sunday, with free entry until 12 noon.


As of At 8 pm, the space opens its doors to receive artists, bands, DJs and spectators who enjoy rock, funky, electronic and music live shows.


It is a old industrial warehouse, with the magic of recycling, the space adapts to the possibility of being three different tracks or of becoming a just habitat with sliding panels.


Has a outdoor bar that serves as a meeting point, with tables and chairs towards the sides as well as a double bathroom module made with containers.


The walls interiors were intervened by Mendoza muralists who translated into paintings his musical feeling and in one of the rooms there is a stage to welcome bands that play live.



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Beerlin

A brew pub with 41 varieties of craft beer, of which 12 are produced on site.


The food menu is very American with a gourmet twist, it is dominated by hamburgers (with its veggie version), fries and fries.


Look for a table on the patio, it is a beautiful postcard and 100% from Mendoza.


The best: Besides beer? The salad of pears, figs, blue cheese, greens and seeds.


Feno Also happy hour from 12pm to 9pm, every day!



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Paraphitecus

Stands out above the others for its “disco” architecture. It has a space to eat food with good music and, from one in the morning, you can dance or just end the night with a good drink.


Is one of the main meeting places for the people of Mendoza and where it is received very good to visitors, it is a good environment to chat and meet new people.


They play music pop, national rock and reggaetón in the middle of the night.  



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