Top 7 Cafes in Palermo, Buenos Aires
The word "Palermo", believe it or not, may refer not just to Sicily, Italy, but also to Buenos Aires, Argentina. Indeed, this neighborhood (barrio) is largest in the city and is trendy and bohemian, renowned for its boutique shopping, cafes, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Oftentimes, it is compared to Greenwhich Village and Chelsea of New York, but it has a truly unique character of its own. This, in turn, makes Palermo rather popular an area with tourists and locals, and earns it a reputation of the "heart and soul of Buenos Aires". Similar to caf茅 society in Vienna, Portenos - as the lifetime residents of Buenos Aires are affectionately referred to - enjoy relaxing at sidewalk cafes which is, perhaps, their greatest pastime. Throughout Palermo you will find a great variety of cafes offering beverages, pastries, light snacks, and great atmosphere. Wait no longer and explore the scene well-worth being discovered!
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1. Tonno Soho
This corner caf茅 is renowned for its thin crust pizza, pasta dishes, empanadas, sandwiches, and more. It is reasonably priced with a diverse menu and is suitable for everyday snacks and relaxing moments. The staff are friendly and most speak some English. It is located close to Plaza Italia, the Palermo Woods and La Rural Exhibition Grounds. Here you will find locals and tourists coming together to enjoy simple dining out. There are a few outdoor tables, but this can be a noisy street corner during rush hour traffic times. The food is never disappointing for quality and value, plus their pizza is a definite must!
Where to find it:
Address:Charcas 4400
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel.: +54 11 4779-9398
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2. Porota - Cocina de Herencia
This tiny caf茅 may be small, but you鈥檇 be surprised to see the wide selection of delicacies that come out of Porota鈥檚 efficient kitchen. Sandwiches, tartas, amazing lunch specials, creamy soups, salads, muffins, cupcakes, breads, scones, cakes, fresh fruit juices - there鈥檚 nothing missing at Porota. Owner, Miren Alga帽aras, cooks very rich fare according to her grandmother's recipes, occasionally adding a personal touch to make them unique. Offerings include daily hot lunch specials.
However, this cafe is renowned for the rich, sweet desserts and cakes served in an atmosphere that brings back childhood memories of birthday parties from the homemade truffles in little colored paper cuffs to the classic glasses of chocolate milk. There鈥檚 a mouth-watering selection including banana and dulce de leche muffins, chocolate raspberry cupcakes and sprinkle-covered truffles. With a huge menu of excellent freshly brewed teas, it鈥檚 a perfect place for an afternoon break. Inside is intimate and pretty, while at the outside tables you can enjoy the sidewalk action. Popular with locals and tourists alike, this gem is sure to please any palate.
However, this cafe is renowned for the rich, sweet desserts and cakes served in an atmosphere that brings back childhood memories of birthday parties from the homemade truffles in little colored paper cuffs to the classic glasses of chocolate milk. There鈥檚 a mouth-watering selection including banana and dulce de leche muffins, chocolate raspberry cupcakes and sprinkle-covered truffles. With a huge menu of excellent freshly brewed teas, it鈥檚 a perfect place for an afternoon break. Inside is intimate and pretty, while at the outside tables you can enjoy the sidewalk action. Popular with locals and tourists alike, this gem is sure to please any palate.
Where to find it:
Address:Gorriti 5881
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel.: +54 11 4770-9234
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3. Sans
Located in the heart of Palermo Soho on the edge of the very popular and touristy Plaza Cortazar, the Sans cafe is a pleasant surprise. The inside is charmingly decorated with cheerful colors and wooden furniture, plus the sunny upstairs terrace has a great view of the Plaza. The clientele includes tourists and plenty of local Argentines. As the name suggests, their specialty is sandwiches and beers, but the menu offerings include much more. Unique breads include Baguettin Mini (mini French baguette bread), Baguettin integral (Rye mini French baguette bread), Pan de molde multi-cereal (Mixed grain loaf) Focaccia de hierbas, olivas negras y romero (Herb, black olives, and rosemary focaccia), Pan r煤stico de espinaca (Spinach homemade bread), Pan de queso parmesano y albahaca (Parmesan cheese and basil bread), Pan de campo (Country style bread), Pan 谩rabe (Pitta bread), and Pan ingl茅s (English style bread). Of course, the list of sandwich fillings is even more extensive. Relax and enjoy a simple lunch or dinner beside the Plaza Cortazar - sure to please.
Where to find it:
Address:Serrano 1595
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel.: +54 11 4832-7266
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4. Libros del Pasaje - Bookstore and Cafe
Libros del Pasaje epitomizes Buenos Aires like few other places. Located in Palermo in a historic building, this charming bookstore and Antonia Caf茅 boasts high ceilings and massive wooden bookshelves showing carefully selected literature. As you walk in, you are overcome by the bohemian atmosphere. This is undoubtedly one of Buenos Aires' best bookshops, but it also has to be included in this list because the cafe is one of its main features. It鈥檚 at the back of the shop, next to a small music section, so you can sit there surrounded by books and music. It鈥檚 wonderfully cozy and a favorite place for many in the city to sit and read overlooking a bright patio courtyard. The menu is quite extensive with traditional Argentine breakfasts of pastries and coffee, lunch sandwiches and salads, plus daily specials. The pastries and desserts are all home-made and their cheesecake with berries is amazing.
Opened in May 2004, this is more than just a bookstore because it hosts cultural events, children's activities, gallery showings, photographic exhibits, and recycling opportunities. Slip into the store鈥檚 sun room and settle in at one of the many tables with a good cup of coffee or tea. The bar also has a well-priced, but basic alcohol and food menu.
Opened in May 2004, this is more than just a bookstore because it hosts cultural events, children's activities, gallery showings, photographic exhibits, and recycling opportunities. Slip into the store鈥檚 sun room and settle in at one of the many tables with a good cup of coffee or tea. The bar also has a well-priced, but basic alcohol and food menu.
Where to find it:
Address:Thames 1762
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel.: +54 11 4833-6637
Opening Hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday: 03:00 pm - 10:00 pm
5. Q Rest贸 Bar
This charming cafe and bar is located in the heart of Palermo Hollywood on the quiet, tree-lined Humboldt Street. Inside, the wooden tables and chairs or alcoves provide ample seating in a bright atmosphere due to the large floor to ceiling windows looking out onto the street. The outside patio accommodates about 40 people at tables and chairs, plus a few benches with padded seats. The large mature trees provide plenty of shade on the hot Buenos Aires summer days. An extensive menu affords many choices for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or anytime snacks. Try the traditional Croque Monsieur sandwich or even the Croque Madame with an additional fried egg. A wide range of salads, quiches, pizzas, Milanesas, tortillas, sandwiches, and pastas are available all day long and desserts include a cheesecake or lemon pie. Every day there are special promotions for hot and cold items. This cafe is extremely popular with Argentines on the weekends and is always very busy at brunch times. It is a quiet and relaxing venue away from the noisy Palermo main streets.
Where to find it:
Address:Humboldt 2125
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel.: +54 11 4899-1908
6. Eterna Cadencia
Located on a quiet tree-lined street is another cafe within a traditional bookstore, named Eterna Cadencia, in Palermo Hollywood. This classic bookstore, offering hundreds of titles, is small with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, and the cafe feels rather grander with high ceilings and a glass roof. Light lunches and pastries are offered with good service in a unique, relaxed atmosphere. A favorite place to sit is at the back, on the sofas, where you can peek into the bookshop and stare up to the sky.
Where to find it:
Address:Honduras 5574
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel.: +54 11 4774-4100
Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 08:30 pm
Saturday, Sunday: 11:30 am - 08:00 pm
7. bBlue. Deli & Natural Bar
Located close to the popular Plaza Cortazar, b-Blue is very popular with tourists and locals. The light filled, yet cozy, place is owned by a blueberry farmer and serves a delicious crumble. The breakfasts are huge, and there鈥檚 also a great tea menu. Specialties include the b-Salmon salad (leaf lettuce, French endive, candied citrus slices, red onions, slices of smoked salmon and cream cheese with toasted sesame seeds) and the Lemon Cream Cake (mass sabl茅e on limes and cream condensed milk). b-Blue has a great menu of home-made lunch items and fresh squeezed juices, as well as an array of natural products for purchase. The ambiance is calm, and they offer indoor and outdoor seating on their lovely patio. Their menu has an extensive array of fresh salads, tasty sandwiches or wraps, several varieties of bruschetta, stir-fried 鈥榳oks鈥� and baked goods. They have a good variety of vegetarian options as well. In the center of Palermo, this is an excellent rest stop.
Where to find it:
Address:Armenia 1692
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel.: +54 11 4831-7024
Opening Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 09:00 am - 09:00 pm
Friday, Saturday: 09:00 am - 01:00 am
Sunday: 09:00 am - 09:00 pm
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