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[title]Anyone walking through the Palermo neighborhood has surely passed by the corner of Gurruchaga and Cabrera and encountered the legendary Lo de Jesús, a restaurant that has been part of the area for years and remains an emblem of Buenos Aires’ gastronomy.
Lo de Jesús, A Place with History
It’s not every day that you have the chance to dine in a place with decades of history that is still as alive as ever in every corner of the restaurant. It all began in 1953 when Spanish immigrant Jesús Pernas, along with his wife Lola, opened a small neighborhood store in Palermo that became a gathering spot for locals. Over time, the place evolved into a classic Buenos Aires bodegón and eventually became what it is today: a restaurant specializing in grilled meats.
What’s on the Menu at Lo de Jesús
The experience at this grill and restaurant begins as soon as you arrive and choose where to sit. You can opt for a table on the sidewalk, a corner in the cool garden, or an intimate space in the main dining room.
Then, when you open the menu to decide what to eat, you’ll be surprised to discover that it has been carefully designed by renowned chef Darío Gualtieri (Hotel Llao Llao, Hotel Hyatt, Amarra).
Bife de chorizo, short ribs, or the star cut of 2024: the tomahawk, which at Lo de Jesús weighs 1600 g and is an ideal choice for sharing. Each piece of meat is aged between 15 and 21 days using the wet aging method, ensuring a tender texture and intense flavors.
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The cooking process uses white quebracho, espinillo wood, and charcoal, adding a unique smoky touch. As for the side dishes, they complement each cut perfectly and celebrate local and organic ingredients.
At Lo de Jesús, the Wines are an Experience on Their Own
With a carefully curated selection representing the best Argentine wineries, the pairings are ideal. According to Juan Pablo Caorsi, the restaurant’s partner, the wine list was initially curated by renowned wine journalist Elizabeth Checa, who passed away in 2022. You can read the full interview with Juan Pablo here.
Lo de Jesús: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Visit
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There are spaces for every occasion (from the winter garden to the balcony room, each space has its own special identity).
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The restaurant offers a delivery service with dishes specially designed so you can enjoy a meal as delicious as in the restaurant, but at home. Find out more about this service here.
Address: Gurruchaga 1406, Palermo, Buenos Aires. Open every day from 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM.