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[title]Parque Avellaneda is not just the third largest green space in the city of Buenos Aires. It’s a neighborhood with a strong identity—low-rise houses, lifelong residents, and tree-lined streets that still retain the calm of its rural past. It’s a refuge of history, culture, and authentic flavors, where every corner has a story to tell. From decades-old bodegones to specialty coffee shops and community theater, this corner of Buenos Aires' west side is constantly reinventing itself without losing its essence.
If it wasn’t on your radar yet, now’s the time to discover its highlights.
Parque Avellaneda is the heart of the neighborhood. With 30 hectares of green space, over 25 species of birds, and corners full of history, it's the perfect place to lose yourself for an entire afternoon. Its origins date back to the 18th century, when the Olivera family used it as an agricultural estate. Today, it still preserves its old manor house, now home to the Chacra de los Remedios Cultural Complex (Av. Directorio and Lacarra), where you can enjoy exhibitions, performances, and music and dance workshops.
For kids, the Playground is top-notch: a modern space with slides, accessible swings, and a giant jungle gym that invites adventure.
The Best Restaurants and Bars in Parque Avellaneda
If there's something Parque Avellaneda does well, it’s gastronomy with history.
Viejo Mercado (Av. Olivera 1557): A classic porteño bodegón offering traditional dishes, grilled meats, and homemade pasta. Open from 8 AM to 8 PM—perfect for starting the day with a good coffee or ending the afternoon with a flan mixto like the ones you can’t find anymore.
Yiyo el Zeneize (Av. Eva Perón 4402): A century-old grocery store turned temple of good food. Founded by Egidio Zoppi back when Parque Avellaneda was all farmland, today it’s a gathering space for generations, where tango and vermouth set the tone. The menu blends classic recipes with bold creations. Don’t miss its collection of antique bottles—some with more stories than the neighborhood itself.
Olivera (Av. Olivera 901): A bodegón with over 80 years of history, lovingly restored to keep the neighborhood spirit alive. Starting in 2025, its basement will host Populacha Bar, the first speakeasy with a Buenos Aires theme, inspired by tango’s golden age. Open Wednesday to Sunday, with live tango on Thursdays and Fridays.
La Barra del Parque (Av. Lacarra 836): Homemade burgers, pizzas, and signature cocktails with a privileged view of the park. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 6 PM, it’s ideal for a relaxed dinner after a day outdoors.
De Flores Café (Av. Lacarra 1500): A legendary corner where specialty coffee meets a rock and roll spirit. They serve breakfast, afternoon snacks, and brunch, with a take-away option perfect for wandering the neighborhood latte in hand. Open Wednesday to Saturday in two shifts: 9 AM to 1 PM and 5 PM to 9 PM. Sundays, mornings only.
Rumor has it some visitors get lost trying to find this hidden theater in a quiet corner of Parque Avellaneda. For them—and for cautious travelers who want to arrive stress-free—the Grupo Tambo Teatro Instagram account (Lacarra and Directorio, Antiguo Tambo) has helpful videos explaining how to get there, depending on which park entrance you use.
If your visit extends into the evening, this is a must for lovers of independent theater. On April 11, they brought back 1789, a play by Ariane Mnouchkine that revives the French Revolution with a bold, revolutionary staging. Performances are on Fridays at 8:30 PM.
A Neighborhood to Rediscover
Parque Avellaneda is much more than its park. It’s living history, rooted gastronomy, art, and community. It’s that corner of Buenos Aires where time seems to stand still, but life keeps pulsing strong.
Are you ready to explore it?