Wine Tours Mendoza Argentina

OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS

1884 FRANCIS MALLMAN

Belgrano 1188 – Godoy Cruz

(0261) 424-2698 – www.1884restaurante.com.ar

Housed in a Spanish – style building inside Bodega Escorihuela, 1884 is the culinary domain of chef – luminary Francis Mallman who creates exquisite dishes with seasonal ingredients. Opt for a coveted garden table for a glimpse of the traditional meats and empanadas cooking in the courtyard’s wood – fire oven.

ANNA BISTRO

Juan B. Justo 161 – Mendoza City

(0261) 425 - 1818/ (0261) 154 608 324  

Offering one of the best outdoor dining spaces in town, with a diverse and dynamic crowd, Anna Bistro is one of our “go to” restaurants. The wine list is extensive, as is the offering of creative house cocktails, and the French – influenced menu is packed with rich, tantalizing fare. This is an ideal spot for a café cortado, afternoon cocktail or a full meal.

AZAFRÁN

Av. Sarmiento 765 – Mendoza City

(0261) 429 – 4200 – www.bve.com.ar

Azafrán, meaning saffron, exudes the warmth and exoticism of the spice that inspired its name. The eclectic menu draws on products from all over Argentina: Patagonian deer and lamb, crab from Tierra del Fuego, and beef from nearby pampas. Chefs cook meat to perfection and lend a creative touch to each dish. Their inspired desserts are not to be missed. Choose a bottle of wine from the restaurant’s vast “library” (where you can also request to sit).

CAVA DE CANO

San Martín 2488 – Mayor Drummond – Luján de Cuyo

(0261) 498 – 7283 – www.cavadecano.com.ar

Cozy and intimate, this restaurant offers “cave dining” within the historic home of Don Guillermo Cano, the founder of the Vendimia Festival in Mendoza. Starting with their incredible picada (antipasto plates) followed by traditional courses paired with their distinctive wines makes for a superlative dining experience of history, food and wine.

FRANCESCO

Chile 1268 – Mendoza City

(0261) 429 – 7182 – www.francescoristorante.com.ar

Francesco’s sophisticated menu, elegant ambiance and attenive wait staff make for truly exceptional Italian dining in Mendoza. Excellent meat and pasta dishes and beautiful and romantic outdoor garden await at this centrally located restaurant. Over 1,000 bottles of wine and knowledgeable sommelier promise to please any wine enthusiast.

LA SAL

Belgrano 1069 – Mendoza City

(0261) 420 – 4322 – www.lasalrestaurante.com

Enjoy creative Argentine cuisine with an international flair in an art gallery setting. La Sal offers an intimate ambiance in which to enjoy live music and savor their seasonal menu. Friendly staff, delicious fare and a good wine list keep faithful patrons returning to this cultural and comfortable dining experience in downtown Mendoza.

TERRUÑO (in Club Tapiz)

Pedro Molina – Ruta 60 s/n – Maipú

(0261) 496 – 0131 / 524 – 4708 – www.tapiz.com

Situated in a resorted colonial home amidst vineyards, this elegant and warm restaurant is one of the finest in the area. They blend local products with French, Italian and Asian influences, deftly marrying the flavors in these creative dishes with wines from the region (and a few international selections, as well) in a most memorable setting