Buenos Aires outdoors: 6 patios, terraces, and gardens to enjoy spring

Within the centuries-old walls of the San Ramón Nonato Convent lies a true green lung in the heart of the financial district.

As soon as you walk through the gate on Reconquista Street, the city noise fades away, and a large courtyard with trees, gallery-side tables, and a surprising sense of calm appears in the middle of downtown offices.

The offering is simple and straightforward, with hearty homemade dishes: breaded cutlets, chicken supremes, empanadas, stews—designed for a porteño lunch break (open from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.), with very reasonable prices for the area. The bonus is the setting: having lunch under the trees or in the spring sun turns any office break into an urban getaway.

A well-kept secret that proves even in the city center you can breathe green.

Where: Reconquista 269, Microcentro.

In the heart of Recoleta, Muyè surprises with an inner garden that feels like a true urban oasis. Set within the restored walls of a historic mansion, this spot by Marcelo Böer and Fernando Bertuol invites you to eat surrounded by greenery, with outdoor tables that serve as a refuge from the city buzz. Open from noon to midnight, it’s perfect for lunch, brunch, an afternoon coffee, or dinner under warm lights.

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The menu, designed by chef Ayelén Jaquenod, offers fresh, characterful dishes: from an avocado toast with lemon sour cream and basil or French toast with figs and mascarpone for brunch, to shrimp moqueca or chicken supreme with salad for dinner. Desserts like toffee tart with sambayón ice cream or chocolate cream with olive oil and sea salt complete the experience.

A hidden corner of the city to welcome spring with good food and fresh air.

Where: Ayacucho 1563, Recoleta.

On the corner of Gurruchaga and Cabrera hides a true treasure: the courtyard of Lo de Jesús and La Malbequería, one of Palermo’s most coveted green corners. Among plants and glowing embers, this inner garden has a warm atmosphere that invites you to linger for hours, with a glass of wine in hand or in front of a juicy cut of meat.

The menu combines grill classics with comforting favorites: from goulash with semolina gnocchi or homemade shepherd’s pie to aged cuts cooked over white quebracho coals. If you prefer more open air, the sidewalk tables at Lo de Jesús are perfect for toasting under the Buenos Aires sun.

Plus, La Malbequería has a bonus: a private-event terrace, ideal for watching the Palermo sunset with great music and signature cocktails.

Where: Gurruchaga 1406/1418, Palermo.

In Monserrat, inside the classic InterContinental Hotel, you’ll find Terraza del Virrey: a winter garden that opens onto an outdoor terrace with privileged views. The space blends elegance with urban freshness, perfect for a sunny lunch or dinner under the stars.

The kitchen, led by executive chef Pablo Tarrío and his team, showcases the hotel’s signature touch with versatile dishes, featuring grilled meats as the stars, paired with thoughtful sides and a menu that celebrates the best of Argentine cuisine.

A proposal that mixes classic charm with the experience of dining in an oasis in the heart of downtown.

Where: Adolfo Alsina 824, Monserrat.

Malloy’s Costanera calls itself “your coastal bar in the city.” Located in Punta Carrasco with views of the Río de la Plata, it has a beach vibe and relaxed atmosphere. Among wooden decks, pergolas, and outdoor lounges, it’s the kind of place to have lunch under the sun, enjoy an afternoon snack by the river, or stay late into the night with cocktails in hand.

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The menu mixes hearty dishes with lighter options: grilled meats, fish, pasta, sushi, and shareable starters, plus a bar with signature cocktails and afternoon snack specials perfect for breaking up the day. The spot is pet-friendly, has its own parking, and is open Wednesday through Sunday, from noon until late.

Where: Punta Carrasco, Costanera Norte, Buenos Aires.

In a 20th-century mansion tucked away in Recoleta, Milión combines history, art, and nightlife with one of the city’s most iconic terraces and gardens. The space invites you to enjoy the outdoors in different corners: from the greenery-filled courtyard to the first-floor terrace overlooking the garden.

The kitchen offers a varied menu ranging from shareable tapas (croquettes, northern-style empanadas, bruschetta) to main dishes like risottos, fish, or modern takes on breaded cutlets. At cocktail hour, the bar serves up reinvented classics and house signatures that are already staples, like the Milión Mojito or Matecito Collins. All within an art-filled setting, with exhibitions, live music, and an atmosphere that blends bohemian charm with sophistication.

A Buenos Aires classic that every spring is rediscovered as an outdoor meeting point.

Where: Paraná 1048, Recoleta.