El Gato Negro

A truly fascinating café on Avenida Corrientes. The teas are a must-try, and the place has a very oriental atmosphere. With all the spices inside, you’re accompanied by a wonderful aroma throughout your visit. I really enjoyed the tea, and the small snack I ordered alongside was also very good. The only downside is the service—it didn’t feel very welcoming, almost as if things were brought reluctantly. A place this special really deserves warmer, friendlier service.

One of the emblematic cafes of Buenos Aires, this place was traditional and gorgeous. Despite its age, the menu was very long and had more modern options as well, such as vegan alternatives. Me and my friend ordered the breakfast combo, which was delicious and plenty of food for the price. However, service was incredibly slow and there seemed to be only one server, who looked stressed. Would return again if the service was improved.

I did my best to speak with my beginner Spanish and the waiters were friendly and welcoming. Based on his recommendations I went for the chai tea which was so good and the churro too was one of the best that I’ve had in South America so far. This is a gem of a place.

Had been really excited to visit El Gato Negro and finally made it happen. The space is great, and looks just like spice stores did back in the day. The ambiance couldn’t be better. Unfortunately, I can’t say much good about the café, though. We ordered a café con leche, after asking for details and being told it would be just like a latte - with an espresso shot and texturized milk from an espresso machine’s steam wand. Sadly, the drink did not look or taste like it was espresso based nor did the milk look or taste properly steamed. It was an ungodly hot temperature that scalded the milk, making it taste bad. We couldn’t finish our drinks and we didn’t want to have them remade. May one day go back for the cool space and try something else to give it another chance, but I got the feeling this was standard when the waiter asked how we liked them and told her we didn’t.

The tea was wonderful and amazing. The cinnamon roll was disgusting. Extremely old, incredibly dry, and it had other flavors presumably absorbed from the refrigerator. It's sad, with such a chill name, I really wanted to like this place, but no no.

A historical landmark rife with charm and Buenos Aires history. They have a vast variety of spices and imported teas that one cannot find anywhere else in the city. The wooden interior takes you back in time to the turn of the 20th century while you enjoy a wide selection of food and beverages. Excellent service. A must visit for any avid explorer of Buenos Aires.

A lot of tea and coffee varieties with different taste and flavors availability. Friendly and beautiful architect environment, ideal from morning up to night. Argentinian culture and way of life mood from locals, nice experience and glad to be there with colleagues.

the place is gorgeous, the food is DELICIOUS, and the tea is amazing. our server, christopher, did a fantastic job! i can't say more about this place. we will definitely be back.