Top 10 Accommodations in Buenos Aires 2

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All of the decadent parrilla delicacies you can find in San Telmo's more basic neighborhood joints are on offer at this comparatively upscale restaurant. The elegant dining room, illuminated by white candles, shows off the selection of Argentinean wines displayed on racks lining the walls. The gloriously professional wait staff is notably unobtrusive, gliding through the restaurant; their trays piled high with tender roasts, fresh salads, and provoleta worth writing home about. Appropriate for either an overdue romantic rendezvous or a business meeting, La Brigada brings a touch of refinement to a casual dining scene in a down-to-earth neighborhood.

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If the weather is nice, request an outdoor table in the tiny, hidden courtyard. You will be able to get a little bit of space, seated away from the hordes of tourists that cram in here every night.

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There's nothing pretentious about this bustling parrilla where jovial waiters serve plump steaks, spicy chorizo, and slabs of fried provolone to a festive crowd. Red house wine flows freely and hot-off-the-grill papas fritas burn the tongue as families and groups of friends chow down in a casual atmosphere that's true to San Telmo's working-class roots. Reservations aren't necessary, but a line wraps around the corner on weekend evenings - its best to show up just before the dinner rush. Bring a hearty appetite for red meat and a good sense of humor.

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The best French cuisine in Buenos Aires can be tasted at La Bourgogne restaurant, the only Relais & Gourmand in Argentina, where the executive chef Jean Paul Bondoux amazes the most demanding clients. A warm and elegant venue where everyone can enjoy La Bourgogne's delicious French and international cuisine, as well as the tasty meats from the "Grill Rotissoire".

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Osaka's cuisine is a mix of Japanese, Thailand, Chinese and Peruvian gastronomy. Located in the district of Palermo, Osaka offers innovative cuisine and a relaxing atmosphere. This restaurant offers great atmosphere and superb food.

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Tortoni's tango show is one of the more authentic, less pricey shows in town. Call ahead to make reservations.

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This café has formed part of the Porteño landscape since 1858. A shrine to local tango culture, it houses the Academia Nacional del Tango and stages performances as well as literary events in the basement. Legendary literati such as the disquieting poets Argentine, Alfonsina Storni and Spanish Federico García Lorca gathered here. Porteño bohemia and nostalgia fuse here over a game of chess, domino and billiards. Chocolate con Churros (hot cocoa and deep fried batter) are a traditional Argentine breakfast.

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Reservations are a must at Kansas any night of the week, but you'll be waiting regardless; this spot is a local family favorite, and for good reason. Consider going early, which is 8 or 9 p.m. local time.

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An American-style barbeque may not jive with your concept of the Argentine culinary experience - huge steaks and sausages, piles of French fries, and inexpensive wine in pitchers define the norm here. However, Kansas, an American grill located adjacent to Buenos Aires' famous hipódromo horse racetrack, is an upscale, atmospheric grill with a comfortable bar area, classy black leather booths, and impressive service that would knock the socks off restaurant managers around the city - not to mention the food. Order up a few beers, enormous caesar salads, authentic bacon swiss cheeseburgers, and 20-inch rib racks, and top it off with an ice cream sundae to be amazed at just how well Buenos Aires does - or out-does - American barbeque food.

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Chefs Mariana de Rosa and Flavio Pop have created their own dream-world eatery in Sifones & Dragones, whose slogan states that "it is not a restaurant, but rather a kitchen with tables." With just a few tables and ecletic decor, Sifones & Dragones is an intimate gem of a restaurant and a local favorite of the creative crowd. Choose from the number of tasty a la carte options that include gazpacho, pate, Thai shrimp, mushroom risotto, and gnocchi, among other options. For a romantic evening, Sifones & Dragones is not one to be missed.

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The traditional good taste of the Swedish is present in this unique restaurant located in the residential zone of Palermo. Located in what used to be a warehouse, Olsen has a sober yet elegant 1960s atmosphere. Choose between an impressive array of tasty Nordic dishes and appetizers. During the hot summer nights it would be a sin not to take advantage of the outdoor tables in the park to savor one of their many vodka drinks, with several high-end types of the spirit available from countries all around the world. This trendy spot is very popular with locals and tourist alike. All members of the staff speak perfect English as well.

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The dining area at Freud & Fahler is tiny, so make reservations and beat the set of fashionable (yet hungry) Palermo lunch-breakers.

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Freud & Fahler features a great bargain lunch menu, allowing guests to choose a set-price a la carte combination meal and choose from a variety of tasty and creative soups, pastas, salads, and desserts. This corner restaurant, situated in part of an old, massive warehouse, is tiny, stretching around the central kitchen and seating only about 10 small tables at a time. Contemporary works by local artists cover the walls and ceiling.

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Artemisia has an extensive, frequently rotating menu offering a unique selection of organic and free-range options. Be sure to try one of the specialty salads that combine grilled and raw vegetables, as well as a sampler of the tasty homemade breads. And, rare in a city that consumes a limited variety of beverages, Artemisia offers refreshing jugs of homemade lemonade that compliments a white or red wine quite nicely. Also of note is the attentive service and warm, relaxed atmosphere.