Best Restaurants in
Mendoza
Argentina's wine capital offers world-class dining from historic winery restaurants to innovative contemporary cuisine. Eat and drink among the vines.
Mendoza is Argentina's premier wine region, and the dining scene reflects this. Many of the best restaurants are located within wineries (bodegas), offering multi-course meals paired with estate wines and views of the Andes.
Wine Regions
- • Luján de Cuyo: Historic wineries, Malbec birthplace
- • Valle de Uco: High-altitude wines, modern architecture
- • Maipú: Traditional bodegas, bike-friendly routes
Dining Tips
- • Book winery restaurants well in advance
- • Lunch is the main meal; dinner starts late (9pm+)
- • Wine pairings are always worth it
- • Harvest season (Feb-Apr) books up fast
Featured Restaurants
The best dining experiences in Mendoza
Azafrán
Contemporary Argentine • Wine Country Dining
One of Mendoza's best restaurants,combining local ingredients with international techniques. Excellent wine list showcasing the region's best bottles.
1884 Restaurante
Contemporary Argentine • Celebrity Chef
Francis Mallmann's flagship restaurant in an old winery. The godfather of Argentine grilling serves his famous fire-cooked dishes in a historic setting.
Bodega Catena Zapata
Iconic pyramid winery with tastings and food pairings
Bodega Salentein
Modern art and wine in Valle de Uco
Bodega Zuccardi
Award-winning architecture and excellent restaurant
Bodega Ruca Malén
Famous 5-course lunch with wine pairings
Cordero Patagónico
Patagonian lamb, often cooked over open fire
Cabrito
Roast goat, a regional specialty
Alfajores Mendocinos
Local variation with walnut and quince
Aceite de Oliva
Mendoza also produces excellent olive oil
Planning Your Mendoza Wine Trip?
Check out our complete Mendoza city guide for wineries, accommodation, and travel tips for Argentina's wine capital.
Mendoza City Guide