Cafe San Juan

Top 1% of restaurants in Buenos Aires
8/10

What the experts agree on

San Juan thrives on family-run rusticity—huge portions of traditional Spanish fare, fresh ingredients, and an open kitchen where chef Leandro Cristóbal works magic. Expect crowds, energetic chaos, and genuine value in trendy San Telmo.

6 expert reviews

“When famed "anti-chef" Leandro Cristóbal decided to return to his roots, he dropped his trademark modern cuisine in favor of huge platters of rustic traditional dishes.”

– Fodor's

Insight Guides Insight Guides
"The short menu is listed on a chalkboard, with tapas-style starters followed by hearty mains like the terrific rabbit stew."
BlackBook BlackBook
"Family-run restaurant with an open kitchen that's always packed with a mixture of locals and visitors."
Time Out Time Out
"During the daily lunch rush, chef Leandro Cristobal fashions inventive tapas and pastas from the likes of sun-dried tomatoes, brie and seasonal vegetables, while his mother pours the wine." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"A small, good-value, family-run joint whose huge portions and fresh-from-the-market meals mean it’s always full."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Main courses include Spanish seafood dishes, Italian pastas, and lots of beef. The kitchen is in the hands of smart, tattooed skateboarder-types. It’s not a relaxing place, but it’s very cool." Full review
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Cash only; reservations highly recommended.


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