El Sanjuanino
A long-standing tavern in Recoleta serving northern-style baked empanadas and locro stew since 1960.
Located at Posadas 1515 near the Recoleta Cemetery, this traditional bodegón-style tavern is famous for its baked northern-style empanadas, locro stew, humita en chala (corn tamales), and tamales. Tripadvisor reviews consider it budget-friendly for Recoleta, though some diners find the locro a bit bland. On the takeout menu, a single empanada is around 3,500 ARS, and lunch averages around 30,000 to 50,000 ARS per person. It is closed on Mondays and open for lunch and dinner sessions. Customer reviews continue through October 2026.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun around 12:00–16:00, 19:00–24:00, closed Mondays
Nearby sights
- Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar
- Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
- Recoleta Cemetery
- Floralis Genérica
- El Ateneo Grand Splendid
- Plaza San Martín
- Teatro Colón
- National Museum of Decorative Arts