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Located in the Four Seasons; their dry-aged T-bone is a luxury benchmark. — Retiro

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Known for its oversized portions and playful presentation; one of the few places where the side dishes rival the steak. — Palermo

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18:30 for the "Happy Hour" 40% discount (must leave by 20:00).

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Famous for the "Pamplona" and some of the best sweetbreads in the city. — Belgrano

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12:30 for lunch or 20:30 for dinner.

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A luxury garden setting; the "asado in the park" feel with five-star service. — Retiro

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Focuses on iron-heavy grilling and high-quality grass-fed beef in a trendy setting. — Palermo

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The global benchmark for Argentine beef; the wine cellar is as legendary as the bife de cuadril. — Palermo

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18:30 for the on-site waitlist (if no reservation).

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A historic corner pulpería that has evolved into a top-tier steakhouse with a great wine shop next door. — Palermo

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A "new wave" parrilla that experiments with smoke, fruit glazes, and massive portions. — Palermo

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Reservation only.

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A modern butcher-restaurant hybrid; the charcuterie and dry-aged cuts are technically superior. — Belgrano

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Housed in a historic corner butchery; the tilework is as authentic as the short ribs. — San Telmo

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An immersive "chef's table" experience where you sit at the bar and watch every step of the asado ritual. — Palermo

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A museum of football memorabilia that happens to serve incredible meat cut with a spoon. — San Telmo

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Sunday Lunch during the San Telmo Market.

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A rowdy, no-nonsense classic that represents the soul of old San Telmo with massive portions. — San Telmo

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21:00.

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The "local secret" benchmark; honest prices, complimentary empanadas, and arguably the best value-for-money steak in the city center. — San Nicolás

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20:00 (right at opening) to beat the local rush.

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The high-end choice in the refurbished docks; excellent views and professional service. — Puerto Madero

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Lunch for the river views.

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