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Another pizza legend where the empanadas are mandatory appetizers. — Retiro

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While a pizza temple, their fried meat empanadas at the counter are some of the best in the city. — Centro

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Specializes in Tucumán-style empanadas; smaller, juicier, and served with a side of spicy sauce. — Palermo

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The star of the San Telmo Market; giant, juicy, and usually featuring a line out the door. — San Telmo Market

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"The Queen of Empanadas"; a massive variety of traditional flavors in a historic setting. — Centro

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As the name suggests, they specialize in the spicy, potato-heavy style of Salta. — Almagro

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A no-frills neighborhood spot where the empanadas are deep-fried to perfection. — Chacarita

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Standing-room only; historic, greasy, and absolutely essential for the San Telmo experience. — San Telmo

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Famous for the "Pikachu"—a slightly sweet and spicy cheese and onion empanada that is cult-status. — Recoleta

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12:30.

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A political-themed restaurant that serves "Evita" style empanadas that are rich and flavorful. — Palermo

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Northern-style (Tucumán) empanadas that are smaller but packed with flavor and juice. — Recoleta

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The absolute king of empanadas in the city; their "Carne Picante" is a rite of passage. — Recoleta

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13:00 for lunch or 20:00 for dinner.

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The inventor of fugazza pizza also makes a very respectable, thick-crust empanada. — La Boca

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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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A classic Palermo parrilla where the empanadas are the perfect, smoky appetizer. — Palermo

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