"Aldo Graziani sells 500 Argentine labels at shop prices beside a proper ojo de bife — San Telmo's table for wine lovers who want to drink up."
About Aldo's
Aldo's is the creation of Aldo Graziani, one of Argentina's first and best-known sommeliers, who built the place around a simple frustration: restaurant wine mark-ups were too steep. So he stocked a vinoteca of more than 500 Argentine labels and sold them at shop prices, letting diners drink far above their usual ceiling while they eat.
The room sits at Moreno 372 in San Telmo, the cobbled historic centre of Buenos Aires, with bottles lining the walls like a working cellar. For wine-first dining it stands alongside Casa Coupage, while the city's parrilla benchmark remains Don Julio.
The Kitchen
The cooking is Italian-Argentine and built to partner the list rather than upstage it. The ojo de bife — ribeye, around AR$26,000 — comes with grilled lettuce and beans; lamb loin arrives with purple carrots and preserved tomato; and classics like vitello tonnato (around AR$8,200) and eggplant parmesan hold down the starters. Daily fish specials round it out.
But the wine is the point. Graziani or his team will pair every plate by the glass, walking a table through Argentine regions and small producers, and the shop pricing means a serious bottle does not blow up the bill.
The Room
The setting is warm and colorful, walls racked floor to ceiling with bottles, casual enough for a weeknight but characterful enough for a date. It is open from morning until after midnight, with rotating events — winemaker tastings, jazz nights — that make it as much a wine club as a restaurant.
Best for a wine-led dinner
Aldo's suits a wine-led first date or a relaxed client dinner: a deep Argentine list at fair prices, knowledgeable pairing and a room with genuine character. For more of the city's best, see El Baqueano or the steakhouse guide.
Not for
Not for anyone indifferent to wine or after a quick cheap bite — the whole appeal is lingering over bottles, so a rushed table misses the point.
Frequently Asked
Who is behind Aldo's?
Aldo Graziani, one of Argentina's first and most respected sommeliers, who built the restaurant around a 500-label vinoteca sold at wine-shop prices.
What is special about the wine?
More than 500 Argentine labels are sold at shop prices rather than restaurant mark-ups, so you can drink well above your usual budget. The team pairs by the glass.
What should I eat at Aldo's?
The ojo de bife (ribeye, around AR$26,000) with grilled lettuce and beans, plus classics like vitello tonnato. The Italian-Argentine menu is built to match the wine.
Where is Aldo's?
At Moreno 372 in San Telmo, the historic centre of Buenos Aires. It is open from morning until after midnight.
Is Aldo's good for a date?
Yes — the wine-lined room and relaxed, all-day hours make it a strong wine-led first date or client dinner.
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Practical Information
AddressMoreno 372, San Telmo
NeighbourhoodSan Telmo / Casco Histórico
CuisineArgentine and wine bar
PriceOjo de bife around AR$26,000; starters from AR$7,500
Dress CodeCasual
SeatingWine-lined dining room and bar; open all day
ReservationReservations recommended for dinner and tasting events
