Where to Eat Brunch in Buenos Aires

At this restaurant with Asian and Patagonian influences, brunch brings another culture to the forefront: Russian. With a focus on the roots of chef Konstantin Voronin, Musgo’s brunch menu includes scrambled eggs with prawns and bisque sauce; croissant with cured salmon, hollandaise sauce, and poached egg; fried eggplant with heirloom tomatoes and Asian sauce; and a bowl with smoked salmon, stracciatella, tomatoes, and Andean potatoes. Served Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm.

Also of interest: The story behind Musgo’s owners

To drink, there’s specialty coffee, teas, and lattes, plus cold options like cold brew, juices, lemonades, kombucha, and other refreshing beverages.

Good to know: The brunch includes shareable options like a fresh seafood platter with oysters, scallops, white fish ceviche, mussels, salmon, and prawns—ideal to pair with sparkling wine and turn the meal into a festive experience.

Where: Nicaragua 4758.

This classic 19th-century house offers brunch both indoors—with a retro aesthetic—and in its brick-floored patio filled with native plants. Among the most popular options are eggs Benedict (two English muffins with poached eggs, grilled pork loin, and hollandaise), potato latkes with cured trout and sour cream, fried chicken on a cheese scone with avocado cream, French toast with custard, fruit, and whipped cream, and Greek yogurt with homemade granola and seasonal fruit.

Good to know: Malvón was one of the first places to bring authentic New York–style brunch to Argentina, back in 2009. One of its owners, Darío Muhafara, traveled several times to NYC to fully understand the concept and recreate recipes like hot pastrami, which has been on the menu ever since.

Where: Serrano 789.

This urban garden in Belgrano offers a Sunday brunch designed by executive chef Julián del Pino, with a customizable selection. The experience at Aire Libre starts with yogurt and granola plus artisanal pastries like croissants, cinnamon rolls, or pain au chocolat.

The sandwich section includes Croque Monsieur, bagels with smoked trout, and vegetarian ciabatta, among others. Plates include cheeses, cold cuts, empanadas, and salads. For dessert: pancakes, tarte tatin, affogato, cheesecake, and French toast with ice cream. The experience is complemented by coffee, wines, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks.

Good to know: The egg section deserves special mention: scrambled, fried, Benedict, and omelets, all with optional toppings.

Where: Av. del Libertador 6327.

At Gontran Cherrier, brunch carries the signature of a French boulangerie. Available Saturday and Sunday mornings, it includes cheese breads, croissants, and the pastry of the day—such as cheesecake, lemon or fruit tartelettes, or passion fruit domes. There are also mini avocado tartines, scrambled eggs with toast and greens, yogurt with granola and seasonal fruit, and bagels with trout, cream cheese, and chives.

Good to know: In addition to orange juice and hot drinks, brunch includes one Aperol per person.

Where: Malabia 1805, Palermo; Zabala 1901, Colegiales; Congreso 1701, Belgrano.

Ronconcon brings a Caribbean twist to Buenos Aires brunch with recipes from Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, and Peru. Available Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm to 5pm, it includes a baked or fried dough option, a main course, a drink, and water for every two people. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.

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You can start with classics like cheese fritters with panela sauce, Andean mini arepas with cream, or tequeños with llanero cheese. Main dishes include white fish ceviche, shredded chicken arepas, and casabe pizza made with cassava, topped with citrus ricotta, roasted peaches, and heirloom cherry tomatoes.

Good to know: The drink menu is one of the most original on the list, featuring aguas frescas like hibiscus, tamarind, and panela, coconut lemonade, Bierhaus beer, wines by the glass, and signature cocktails.

Where: Beauchef 527.

Bilbo’s brunch is available all day, perfect for sharing, and comes in two generous options.

The Bilbo Brunch includes two cappuccinos or lattes, two mini orange juices, two mini Ramazzotti Spritz, two yogurts with fruit and granola, an almond alfajor, an avocado toast, and a New York bagel.

The Deli Brunch adds more elaborate dishes: along with coffee, yogurt, and juices, it features two pitas with scrambled eggs, cheese, and confit tomatoes; a croissant with caramelized pear, blue cheese, sautéed mushrooms, arugula, and walnuts; two scones filled with cured ham, brie, arugula, and basil pesto; a slice of cake of your choice; and two glasses of the wine of the day.

Good to know: Favorite cakes for the Deli Brunch include the famous Choco Bilbo (a premium take on the classic chocotorta) and the Bruce, a rich, moist chocolate cake.

Where: La Pampa 5501, Villa Urquiza; Beláustegui 802, Villa Crespo; Crisólogo Larralde 6293, Saavedra; Junín 1930, Centro Cultural Recoleta.

When it comes to brunch, Palacio Duhau is an institution. In one of the most beautiful gardens in Buenos Aires, guests can enjoy appetizers, mains, even grilled meats, followed by a wide variety of desserts.

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Every Sunday from 1pm to 4:30pm, tables are filled with charcuterie and cheeses from their own cellar, artisanal breads, eggs made to order, pasta, risotto, and a variety of meat cuts with sides.

Good to know: The abundant menu is completed with a sweet selection, coffee, cocktails, and wines from Bodega Salentein.

Where: Posadas 1350.

Located in a former nunnery in Villa Devoto, Ávito offers brunch from morning until sunset. The menu by Córdoba-born chef Julio Figueroa features eggs in various styles, sandwiches with different breads, and seasonal small plates.

Popular options include mollet eggs with cured trout and citrus yogurt, toasted chipá bread sandwiches with ham and cheese, pumpkin and cheese scones, and the Dubai brownie with pistachio ganache and chocolate coating.

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There’s also a shareable brunch option with two hot drinks, a large croissant filled with dulce de leche or pastry cream and red berries, a moist chocolate marquise, and a savory dish of your choice like croque madame or a Danish pastry with avocado and mollet egg.

Good to know: For a small extra charge, you can add two Spritz-style cocktails.

Where: Pareja 3670.

Part of Hotel Palo Santo, this spot carries brunch in its very name: Charqui Restaurant Café Brunch. Its offering lives up to it: popular with both guests and locals, it features options for one person and others for sharing, all including a main or sandwich, a sweet option, a classic hot drink, and a beverage with or without alcohol per person.

Choices range from rye toast with scrambled eggs and smoked salmon to burgers and croissants filled with chicken or salmon. Sandwich lovers can go for croque madame, pastrami focaccia, avocado sandwiches, pulled pork, or pulled beef, all served with fries. The pastry selection includes alfajores, brownies, cookies, croissants, oat pancakes, apple crumble, cheesecakes, and Basque-style cheesecake.

Good to know: Everything can be enjoyed indoors in a warm, wood-lined space or in the peaceful garden with vines and exposed brick.

Where: Bonpland 2275.

For a quieter brunch, head north to Tigre and stop at Sole di Parma, a focaccia and pastry shop where brunch is served all day and can be tailored to your cravings. Options include chia pudding with granola and seasonal fruit; French toast with fresh fruit; brioche ham-and-cheese toast; croissants filled with chicken, brie, arugula, and confit cherry tomatoes; scrambled eggs with tomato and cream cheese; and daily-changing puff pastries, among others.

Good to know: The café offers more than 25 drink options, including espresso, matcha latte, and coffee tonic.

Where: Madero 537, Tigre.

Piani is much more than great pizza—it’s also brunch, all day, every day. The “La Marguerite” set includes two French toasts sautéed in citrus syrup with red berries, sour cream, and scrambled eggs. For bigger appetites, there’s potato rösti with smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, avocado, and cream cheese—a gluten-free option.

Both come with specialty coffee (including filter options) or freshly squeezed orange juice.

Good to know: You can complement brunch with an aperitif like vermouth rosso.

Where: 11 de Septiembre 2620, Nuñez; Huergo 306, Las Cañitas; Av. Congreso 4498, Villa Urquiza.