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Discover Restaurants offering the best Latin food in Asuncion, Paraguay. The "Mother of Cities" was founded in 1537, and declared independence from Spain in 1811. The charming historic section can be explored on foot. The friendly Paraguayan capital, gateway to the grassy Gran Chaco region, has long been a center of music, poetry and the arts, but only in recent years has Asunción been able to escape its long history of dictatorship rule. Sites to visit include Panteon Nacional de los Heroes, Casa de la Independencia and Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Asuncion.
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10. Galpon Criollo Brazilian Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 122 reviews
Galpón Criollo Brazilian Steakhouse is a unique experience where the concept of steakhouse and Brazilian cuisine fused with style, quality and glamor of our services.
Reviewed By m1ngepiece
Having visited Asuncion practically every year since 2002, it's been amazing watching the growth of the city away from the 'old' downtown area and the number of restaurants that have opened and in some cases, closed.My churrusqueria of choice in the early days was always the Paulista Grill but each time I visit family and friends here, we're always invited to the latest opening and this time, we were treated to an evening at the Galpon Criollo.Parking was easy, although it was very busy around 9pm and there was the usual 'parking attendant' to 'look after' our car for the usual G$5000 or so.Inside the restaurant, you have to take a moment to look around at the decor. A lot of money and effort has clearly been spent in making the inside look pretty spectacular and it has a great ambience. The waiters were particularly friendly and we were brought water and offered drinks literally the moment we sat down!They have a great range of beers including the lovely Baltika brand from Russia, as well as some excellent wines (we had a delicious and well-prifed Malbec from Argentina.Now, before we'd even ventured to the 'salad bar' (which hardly describes the huge range of hot and cold dishes available, as well as sushi), we were being offered a selection of chorizo sausages (some picante, some not so spicy) and after a couple of each I decided to take it easy before I'd be stuffed full before trying the meats!Waiters came and went bearing a huge assortment of meats including all the finest cuts of picana, bife de chorizo, tapa de quadril, ribs (beef and pork), and some others I've forgotten. The cuts were generous and plentiful and the waiters would happily carve you whichever bit you wanted, with a smile.The selection of side dishes was frankly astonishing and included salads, spaghetti, milanesas de carne o surubi, stroganoff, papas fritas, mandioca frita, sopa paraguaya and pretty much anything you'd ever tried in Paraguay.Everything was pretty good in terms of quality for this type of restaurant and the dishes were regularly replenished. There were a lot of families with children in the restaurant and everyone seemed to be having an enjoyable time (there was a football match Paraguay vs Chili on the big TV screen so lots of cheering etc. as Paraguay won).Struggling to leave room for a bit of postre, I stopped accepting meat slices and waited a while before checking out the two dessert bars. As expected, everything was present and correct so that'll be flan budim, torte de helado, jelly, dulce de leche with everything and a few trifles to name but a few.I had to stop at this point as I wanted to be able to walk afterwards so had a coffee which was surprisingly good (they had a Nespresso type machine) and just watched the football and chatted a while. The waiters were attentive without being overbearing and all were smartly dressed in uniform and extremely professional, particularly with their meat-carving skills.I'm not entirely sure what it cost as our friends insisted on paying but from what I saw, it was relatively expensive by Asuncion stabdards (which of course means really cheap compated to the UK prices I'm used to).All in all, I can't wait to come back next time (assuming it's still there - but I'm sure it will be) as it really is a great restaurant and I expect it'll get even busier as word gets around.
9. Hacienda Las Palomas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By Palmeroa
In my opinion this is the best Mexican restaurant in Asuncion.Service is OK and the decor could be more lively. But the fajitas are very good...
8. Pakuri
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Paraguayan cuisine in modern days with local products, flexible with the seasons and free in creativity.
Reviewed By Sally M
We went on a evening at 9.30 pm. Absolutely empty. Not a single soul!!half the items on the menu were NOT available - henceforth we left immediately.I am not going back!Hello Sally We lament your poor expirience at the restaurant and would like to know more about your visit to work on the problem. When exactly were you here? We have very attentive staff who are quick to spot foreigners, however no one recalls any visit similar to yours.
7. Acuarela
Overall Ratings
4 based on 117 reviews
Excelente atención y calidad de los productos ofrecidos.
Reviewed By Nick A
I went here with friends for dinner. The buffet was good - a wide range of salads and breads. The waiters came round frequently with a range of bbq'd meats which all tasted great. You could eat as much as you wanted. They also served a great spinach cannelloni. Desserts were superb and looked like works of art. The bill for 3 came to around Gs 327.000 (around £47 at current exchange rates). This was not much for a traveller although may be for a local. I can definitely recommend it if you find yourself in Asuncion.
6. Pozo Colorado
Overall Ratings
4 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By alejandroz292
This place has a great ambiance and also great food. Service is impeccable. I would surely recommend it
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5. Na Eustaquia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 301 reviews
Casual local Restaurant that serves paraguayan food and natural juices. The menu is extensive but simple. It is the perfect choice for those who are looking for a good price-value meal.
Reviewed By mbcslizzard
I wanted traditional Paraguay food. I ordered a sample platter. I got four different things--all fried. They tasted fine, but it sort of felt like fast food food. It pretty much tasted all the same. It was a good experience, but not a place I'll rave about or probably go back to before I leave. Also, I didn't know you had to use the call button to get the waitress to come over--I sat that for 45 minutes waiting for my check. Use the buttons!
4. Lido Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1115 reviews
Reviewed By lilylorber
The Lido Bar's menu consists of favorite Paraguayan dishes. The sopa Paraguaya ( literally means, Paraguayan soup ) is actually a delightful corn, egg , onion and chesse souffle. Anthony Bourdain once enjoyed caldo de gallina con bori bori here. . . chicken soup with corn balls. Or try any of the unique Paraguayan sandwiches, soups, milanesas, empanadas or croquetas. A variety of juices, coffee, tea and soda are served. The liquor selection is typically Paraguayan: a variety of beers; Scotch whiskey or the South American favorite "whis-cola" = coca cola and Scotch.
3. Paulista Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 598 reviews
Reviewed By Luiz S
Reasonably varied buffet, with emphasys in inexpensive, bulky food. The meat is not as good as in most steakhouses in town. Service of the best cuts is available only after repetitive and insistent offers of lower quality ones. Higiene is not great.
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2. O Gaucho
Overall Ratings
4 based on 874 reviews
Brazilian style steak house. Telephone 595-021608596
Reviewed By Pierre F
This Brazilian-style restaurant has a surprisingly good assortment of salads and other dishes (such as pastas, fish, sushi, etc) on top of the meat constantly served at your table. You may well come here even if you're not a meat-lover - there is plenty of other nice food to indulge in. Once finished, there is a variety of desserts (including cheese) to choose from. Service is friendly and prices are comfortable.
1. Javorai
Overall Ratings
5 based on 366 reviews
Reviewed By pbhomey
This place is more of a pizza joint, but I decided on having the pizza burger...very filling! Service was outstanding.
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