Gran Dabbang is an asian fusion restaurant in Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires.
Editorially verified June 1, 2026 by Elliot Marsh, TableJourney editor. Source.
Why locals love it: No reservations, no signage, no wine list; Mariano Ramon writes the night's plates on a chalkboard.
Tip: Arrive by 20:00 or sit and wait.
Guided tour · 5 - 6 hours
Discover Palermo Viejo’s soul on a guided walk. Taste authentic bites, sip Argentine wine, and admire street art. Uncover hidden gems and stories you won’t find anywhere else.
Guided tour · 3h 30m
Discover the flavors of Buenos Aires' Palermo SoHo with a small-group culinary walking tour. Enjoy food tastings, vibrant street art, and local culture.
Private tour · 2 hours
Enjoy a private walking tour through the street art and fashion stores of Buenos Aires' trendy Palermo neighborhood, followed by a wine tasting of 4 Argentine wines wi...
Address: Avenida Raul Scalabrini Ortiz 1543, C1414 Buenos Aires
El Preferido (cafe corner) in Buenos Aires: Most visitors come for dinner; the morning-and-aperitif counter at the original 1952 bar is the locals' move.
Why locals goMost visitors come for dinner; the morning-and-aperitif counter at the original 1952 bar is the locals' move.
TipWalk in at 12:00, sit at the bar, order vermouth and a tortilla wedge.
Nino Gordo in Buenos Aires: argentine parrilla room. Asian-Argentine parrilla concept; visitors expect a steakhouse and find Korean short rib and katsu.
Why locals goAsian-Argentine parrilla concept; visitors expect a steakhouse and find Korean short rib and katsu sando.
TipOrder the katsu sando and the wagyu skewers; ask for sake or shochu pairings.
El Preferido (cafe corner) in Buenos Aires: Most visitors come for dinner; the morning-and-aperitif counter at the original 1952 bar is the locals' move.
Why locals goMost visitors come for dinner; the morning-and-aperitif counter at the original 1952 bar is the locals' move.
TipWalk in at 12:00, sit at the bar, order vermouth and a tortilla wedge.
Anchoita (cheese cart) in Buenos Aires: argentine room. Visitors come for the steak; the 50-strong Argentine cheese cart is the chef's quiet.
Why locals goVisitors come for the steak; the 50-strong Argentine cheese cart is the chef's quiet flex.
TipEnd dinner with the cheese cart; ask for the Patagonian and Salta selections.
El Obrero is a 1954 La Boca bodegon off the postcard route; ribeye, milanesa and Quilmes in a wood-paneled room hung with football memorabilia.
Why locals goLa Boca off the postcard route; you take a taxi.
TipTaxi door-to-door; skip Caminito and Bombonera unless you're on a match day.
Anafe in Buenos Aires: Eighth floor of a Colegiales high-rise, no street signage; you find it by riding the lift and trusting the rooftop view.
Why locals goEighth floor of a Colegiales high-rise, no street signage; you find it by riding the lift and trusting the rooftop view.
TipSit on the terrace overlooking the Dorrego flea market; book a week ahead through the website.
Nino Gordo in Buenos Aires: argentine parrilla room. Asian-Argentine parrilla concept; visitors expect a steakhouse and find Korean short rib and katsu.
Why locals goAsian-Argentine parrilla concept; visitors expect a steakhouse and find Korean short rib and katsu sando.
TipOrder the katsu sando and the wagyu skewers; ask for sake or shochu pairings.
Julia is a 22-seat Villa Crespo townhouse from chef Julio Baez; an eight-strong team runs two nightly seatings, dinner only Monday to Friday.
Why locals goTwenty-two seats in a Villa Crespo townhouse; eight-strong team, dinner only Monday to Friday.
TipBook four weeks ahead through the venue's reservation system; both nightly seatings sell out by mid-week.
