De Olivas i Lustres

Frommer's Review

This restaurant opened in Palermo Viejo several years ago. You might say it helped to set the trend for the gastronomic paradise the neighborhood was soon to become. The small, rustic dining room displays antiques, olive jars, and wine bottles, and each candlelit table is individually decorated -- one resembles a writer's desk, while another is sprinkled with seashells. The reasonably priced menu celebrates Mediterranean cuisine, with light soups, fresh fish, and sautéed vegetables as its focus. The breast of duck with lemon and honey is mouthwatering; there are also a number of tapeos -- appetizer-size dishes. For about US$9 (£4.80) each, you and your partner can share 15 such dishes brought out individually (a great option provided you have at least a couple of hours). What I find most unique about this restaurant beyond the Mediterranean fare is the use of native and Incan ingredients in various dishes. If you have ever wanted to eat alligator like the Guarani natives who once roamed the north of the country, this is the place to do it. Also note that this restaurant has moved around the corner from the previous location indicated in the last edition of this book. Open for dinner only.

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