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Plaza Espana

Av. De Mayo 1299 (@ Talcahuano); Tel. +(011.54.11) 4384.3271
Hours: 24 hour a day
Price range: $$-$$$

By the looks of it, Plaza Espana would have been Edward Hopper's inspiration for Nighthawks if he had lived in Buenos Aires. Though being open all night isn't much of a novelty in this town, this bright, centrally located, 24-hour diner will satisfy your gastronomic needs without subjecting you to thumping electro-pop or drunken crowds. The pleasant young waitresses provide more attentive service than what is normal in this city, but that can pose a problem with the encyclopedic menu.

The Hungarian goulash and Patagonian lamb are tasty, easy choices if you want to skip the task of sifting through the overwhelming array of parilla, pasta, pizza, and milanesa options. The wine list is extensive and affordable as well. Plaza Espana's 1950s charm and kitsch alone (check out the stuffed bull's head on the wall) make it worth a visit, and the food is pretty good too.

—Plaza Espana review by Dave Muller

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