Restó S.C.A | Cocina de autor

"Restó SCA occupies a listed building in Recoleta, widely considered the most elegant district in Buenos Aires, where it shares occupancy with the headquarters of the Sociedad Central de Arquitectos (SCA), founded in 1886 and one of the country’s oldest professional associations. Located at the end of the building’s former carriage entrance, the restaurant has a subdued bistro-style feel with just a few tables and a bar that is home to an enticing display of cheeses. Previous incumbents here have included renowned chefs such as María Barrutia and Guido Tassi, although it is now the turn of María Magdalena Piaggio, a chef who has an in-depth knowledge of French cuisine and whose fresh Mediterranean and international recipes are based around Argentinian ingredients. Standout dishes include the stuffed quail (the stuffing changes with the seasons), the ricotta gnocchi, and several of her fish dishes, such as the cured Bariloche trout which we particularly enjoyed." - Michelin Inspector

Argentina: Restaurants Tucked Away in Buenos Aires

"Behind a discreet entrance in a 1900s building whose rear once welcomed horse-drawn carriages, I stepped into nearly three decades of history and a prized intimacy; over this time just three owner-chefs—María Barrutia, then Guido Tassi, and now María Magdalena Piaggio—have guided a Mediterranean-leaning menu within a restrained French bistro setting. Starters include Pulpeta di búfala with gremolata and figs, Sautéed squid with a spicy tomato chutney and papa rosa, and Lamb escabeche with quail egg; mains range from Rack of Patagonian lamb with yuca rosti and quince chutney to Green risotto with lamb confit and Quail stuffed with spinach, ricotta and walnuts served with Granny Smith apple purée and Brussels sprouts; desserts span a 70% chocolate mousse with cardamom-infused crème anglaise and Grilled pineapple with coconut ice-cream and a sablé biscuit. Classic technique and top-quality ingredients lead the way." - The MICHELIN Guide