The culinary world usually looks to Paris, Tokyo, or New York for its champions. But this year, the spotlight has shifted south.
In a historic announcement that has shaken up the global food scene, the #1 Best Fine Dining Restaurant in the World is not in Europe or the US—it’s in Buenos Aires.
According to the prestigious 2025 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best, Fogón Asado, a local Argentine restaurant, has taken the top spot, beating out legendary Michelin-starred venues across the globe. This isn’t just a win for a restaurant; it’s a win for Argentine gastronomy, proving that our culinary culture can compete at the very highest level of sophistication.
What is the “Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best”?
You might be wondering: “Who decides this?”
This award is distinct because it isn’t decided by a handful of anonymous critics. The Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best is TripAdvisor‘s highest honor. It is awarded to those who receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews and opinions from the community over a 12-month period.
Out of 8 million listings, fewer than 1% achieve this milestone. Winning the #1 spot globally means this venue didn’t just have good food; it delivered a flawless, memorable, and world-class experience to virtually every traveler who walked through its doors.
The Winner: Elevating the Asado to Fine Dining
So, who took the crown of the Best Fine Dining Restaurant in the World? The winner is Fogón Asado.
Fogón isn’t your typical parrilla. It dared to ask a question: What happens if you take the rustic, traditional Argentine asado and treat it with the techniques and service of fine dining?
The result is a Chef’s Counter experience. Guests sit directly in front of the grill, watching as the chefs turn fire cooking into theater. There are no rushed platters here; instead, you find an 8-course tasting menu where every cut of meat is paired with wines and prepared using innovative techniques—like their famous pinecone-smoked steak.
It’s intimate, it’s theatrical, and it’s officially the best in the world.
The Connection: A Shared Vision by Alex Pels
We at The Argentine Experience are bursting with pride over this news, and not just because we are neighbors. We are family.
The creative mind behind both Fogón Asado and The Argentine Experience is the same visionary: Alex Pels.
Alex, an Argentine with a deep passion for gastronomy, traditions, and hosting, started this journey with a clear mission: to explain and share the magic of Argentine culture with travelers. He envisioned The Argentine Experience as the fun, interactive entry point—a place to laugh, learn, and get your hands dirty making empanadas.
Both experiences share the same heart: a refusal to just “feed” people. We both strive to connect people with the essence of Argentina.
Two Ways to Taste the Best of Argentina
So, for those visiting Buenos Aires and looking for the best of the Argentine culinary scene, now there are two distinct, world-class ways to experience the country under the same seal of quality and passion:
- For World-Class Luxury: Visit our award-winning brother restaurant, Fogón Asado. Here, you sit at the chef’s counter, watch the fire dance, and experience the asado elevated to an art form. It is an immersive, polished, and intimate journey through the techniques of Argentine grilling. It is, quite simply, the best way to admire the culture in its most sophisticated form.
- For Fun & Interaction: Come to The Argentine Experience. We offer something entirely different: a dinner party that feels like a celebration with friends you haven’t met yet. Here, you don’t just watch; you do. You’ll put on an apron and master the art of the repulgue (empanada folding) with your tablemates. You’ll try a selection of the best Argentine wines, uncover the humor in our hand gestures, and dive deep into the social rituals of the country. It is loud, it is joyful, and it is fully immersive. It is the best way to learn and live the culture from the inside out.
A New Standard: Hosting the Best Fine Dining Restaurant in the World
This award is proof that Argentine cuisine has reached a level of maturity and sophistication that allows it to compete with any culinary capital on the planet. Hosting the Best Fine Dining in the World right here in Buenos Aires is a milestone that confirms our gastronomy is about much more than just good ingredients; it’s about world-class execution, creativity, and passion.
Whether you are looking for the polished elegance of Fogón or the interactive joy of our dinner party, the city is ready to host you.
If you want to keep exploring the gastronomic scene: Check out our complete guide on Where to Eat in Buenos Aires here.
And if you are ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the fun side of this award-winning culture…