Newcomer Christmas Eve Dinner?

[Ashton K]

Greetings! We're embarking on our inaugural journey to Buenos Aires in late December, planning to spend Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in the city. Could anyone provide recommendations for a memorable Christmas Eve dinner? We're aware that choices may be somewhat restricted and pricey, but we'd greatly appreciate suggestions for a delightful dining experience—or perhaps just a lively one! Thanks in advance!

 

[Scott Miller]

We find ourselves in a similar situation, as we'll be spending Christmas in Buenos Aires.

After looking into it, it appears that some restaurants will be open on Christmas Day in the evening, offering their regular menus. However, there's uncertainty about whether these are predominantly catering to tourists.

As for Christmas Eve, it seems like many places are offering special menus. If anyone has recommendations for a good restaurant open on Christmas Eve (preferably with a regular menu, but even if it's a special one), please share your insights.

Thanks!

 

[Rosie]

Did you find somewhere to dine on Christmas Eve in BA? We are also visiting and can't find much, yet.

 

[earlyretirement]

Historically, the Park Hyatt Palacio Duhau has organized Christmas Eve/Day and New Year's Eve Dinner Events. Typically, event details are available on their website, or you can reach out to them directly to inquire about this year's arrangements. While the prices may be on the higher side, the events are known for their exceptional quality and the delightful settings.

Just make sure to book in advance. Do NOT wait until the last minute. They fill up. When I lived in BA, we mostly traveled outside but I've been to Christmas Eve dinner here before and it was spectacular.

Just keep in mind that in Buenos Aires most people spend Christmas Eve with family and friends and many restaurants are not open.

For the restaurants that will be open will almost unfailingly offer an elaborate celebration menu for a steep price.

 

[SF Traveler]

Seeking suggestions for Christmas Eve Dinner near Recoleta, specifically within walking distance from our hotel due to potential difficulty in finding taxis that evening. I've perused menus from the Four Seasons (both restaurants), Fervor, and El Burladero, among others, and it appears that prices hover around at least 110,000 ARS.

I'm interested in discovering a "hidden" gem of a restaurant near Recoleta, as it seems establishments are charging a premium for Christmas. While I acknowledge the unique circumstances and the need for staff compensation during the holiday, these prices seem quite steep compared to some fine dining options in the USA.

Our preference is for seafood or meat (not necessarily a steakhouse), and we're solely looking for a dinner experience, not a show. Any recommendations for a more reasonably priced yet excellent dining option would be greatly appreciated.

 

[earlyretirement]

Seeking suggestions for Christmas Eve Dinner near Recoleta, specifically within walking distance from our hotel due to potential difficulty in finding taxis that evening. I've perused menus from the Four Seasons (both restaurants), Fervor, and El Burladero, among others, and it appears that prices hover around at least 110,000 ARS.

I'm interested in discovering a "hidden" gem of a restaurant near Recoleta, as it seems establishments are charging a premium for Christmas. While I acknowledge the unique circumstances and the need for staff compensation during the holiday, these prices seem quite steep compared to some fine dining options in the USA.

Our preference is for seafood or meat (not necessarily a steakhouse), and we're solely looking for a dinner experience, not a show. Any recommendations for a more reasonably priced yet excellent dining option would be greatly appreciated.

The Four Seasons has some good restaurants in it. They for sure have a Christmas Eve dinner. You better book ahead of time. That is a very busy time of year for tourists and as mentioned, not too many places are open.

You can check and see if Sotto Voce (on Libertador) or El Mirasol and Piegari are open which are both right around the corner from your hotel.

110,000 pesos is only around $115 US. Granted not cheap but you don't want to be stuck with no dinner plans.