Richmond Cafe

Enter this place and find the pace and atmosphere of an older Buenos Aires. The Richmond Cafe, a café notable, is all that is left of the Richmond Hotel, an Argentine-British hybrid that opened in 1917 and once catered to the elite. The cafe sits in the lobby of the former hotel, whose upstairs area has been converted into offices. The menu here is traditionally Argentine, and there is a confitería section in the front, serving as a cafe and fast-food eatery. You'll find locals of all kinds, from workers grabbing a quick bite to well-dressed seniors who recall Calle Florida's more elegant heyday. The decor is that of a gentlemen's club, full of wood, brass, and red-leather upholstery. Patrons can still let loose downstairs, in a bar area full of billiard tables. The restaurant offers hearty basics such as chicken, fish, and beef. A la carte, the food tends to be expensive, but three-course executive menus with a drink included are a good bargain, running about $20.

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