The culinary magic of Latin America was unleashed at Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023, and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, was the epicenter of this gastronomic celebration! On November 28, the vibrant “Maravillosa” city hosted the presentation of the list, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna. After successful events in Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Peru, this was the first time the event was held in the Carioca nation.
The Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants – a branch of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants – are selected by a panel of more than 300 regional voting members. These are journalists, food critics and chefs who submit their top 10 dining experiences of the past year (at least three of which must be outside their respective home countries).
Charles Reed, CEO of event organizer William Reed, expressed his excitement: “We couldn’t have been more excited to bring the Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023 ceremony to Brazil. The choice of Rio underscores the importance of Brazil as host and the city’s prominent position in the Latin American restaurant scene.”
The Copacabana Palace, an iconic venue in Rio, hosted the awards ceremony. The evening began with the arrival of the culinary representatives on the red carpet, followed by a welcome cocktail. In an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation, the list of the most outstanding culinary places in this part of the continent was revealed. Among the winners were eight Argentine restaurants.
The 50 Best Restaurants in Latin America
1 – Maido, in Lima, Peru.
2 – El Chato, in Bogota, Colombia.
3 – Don Julio, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
4 – Casa do Porco, in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
5 – Fauna, in Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico.
6 – Maito, in Panama.
7 – Kjolle, in Lima, Peru.
8 – Leo, in Bogota, Colombia.
9 – Boragó, in Santiago, Chile.
10 – Mayta, in Lima, Peru.
11 – Nuema, in Quito, Ecuador.
12 – Quintonil, in Mexico City, Mexico.
13 – Mérito, in Lima, Peru.
14 – Lasai, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
15 – Pujol, in Mexico City, Mexico.
16 – Celele, in Cartagena, Colombia.
17 – El Preferido de Palermo, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
18 – Metzi, in São Paulo, Brazil.
19 – Villa Torel, in Ensenada, Mexico.
20 – Oteque, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
21 – Nelita, in São Paulo, Brazil.
22 – Evvai, in São Paulo, Brazil.
23 – Gustu, in La Paz, Bolivia.
24 – Sublime, in Guatemala.
25 – Cantina del Tigre, in Panama City, Panama.
26 – Gran Dabbang, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
27 – X.O, in Medellín, Colombia.
28 – Arca, in Tulum, Mexico.
29 – Pangea, in Monterrey, Mexico.
30 – Julia, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
31 – Sud 777, in Mexico City, Mexico.
32 – Mishiguene, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
33 – Osso, in Lima, Peru.
34 – Mani, in São Paulo, Brazil.
35 – Manu, in Curitiba, Brazil.
36 – Rosetta, in Mexico City, Mexico.
37 – Alcalde, in Guadalajara, Mexico.
38 – Alo’s, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
39 – Mil, in Moray, Peru.
40 – Le Chique, in Cancun, Mexico.
41 – Crizia, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
42 – La Mar, in Lima, Peru.
43 – Niño Gordo, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
44 – Humo Negro, in Bogota, Colombia.
45 – Parador La Huella, in José Ignacio, Uruguay.
46 – Rafael, in Lima, Peru.
47 – Sikwa, in San José, Costa Rica.
48 – La Docena, in Mexico City, Mexico.
49 – Mercado 24, in Guatemala.
50 – Cosme, in Lima, Peru.
The 50 Best Restaurants is not just a ranking
The 50 Best Restaurants is not just a ranking; it is a global showcase for gastronomy. The general expectation reflects the importance of this conclave for restaurants, as inclusion in this list means global recognition and a significant boost to culinary reputation.
This year’s Top 10 demonstrates the constant innovation in gastronomy. With experiences in Lima, Bogotá, Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo, Panama and Santiago among the highlights. Restaurants that delight us with unique sensations and flavors that will stay with us forever.
In Trips South America, we invite you to experience a unique culinary journey. Discover impressive restaurants that will allow you to enjoy the characteristic flavors of our region. From the vibrant streets of Colombia to the majestic landscapes of Ushuaia and Patagonia, discover unforgettable gastronomic experiences.
We are waiting for you to surprise you with the variety of flavors that our continent has to offer!
