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Where to Eat in Uco Valley

Argentine — Andean Fusion — the best restaurants, must-try dishes, and practical dining tips for your wine trip to Uco Valley.

Local Cuisine

The culinary tradition of Uco Valley is rooted in Argentine — Andean Fusion cooking. Local restaurants pair regional dishes with wines from the surrounding vineyards, making dining an integral part of the wine country experience.

Must-Try Dishes

Asado de altura (high-altitude barbecue)
Empanadas de queso de cabra (goat cheese)
Cordero a la llama (lamb over open flame)
Andean herbs and wild mushrooms
Dulce de leche ice cream

Restaurant Recommendations

Fine Dining

Siete Fuegos — The Vines Resort

Fine Dining

Francis Mallmann's open-fire restaurant at The Vines of Mendoza, one of South America's most celebrated dining experiences

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Winery Restaurant

Casa de Visitas — Zuccardi Valle de Uco

Winery Restaurant

Named one of the world's top winery restaurants, contemporary Argentine cuisine with estate Malbec pairings

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Achaval Ferrer — Almacén

Winery Restaurant

Patagonian-inspired winery restaurant in Luján de Cuyo, single-vineyard Malbec with regional cuisine

$$$

Casual

Tupungato town plaza

Casual

Simple local restaurants and bakeries in the Uco Valley's main town — excellent empanadas and local wine

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Dining Etiquette & Tips

Tipping

10% is customary. Cubierto (cover charge) may apply at winery restaurants.

Meal Times

Lunch: 13:00–15:00 · Dinner: 20:30–23:00

Reservations

Winery restaurants almost all require reservations as part of a tasting experience. Harvest (Feb–Apr) is peak.

Vegetarian Options

Moderate

Tours & Experiences in Uco Valley

Book wine tours directly with Viator or GetYourGuide

Uco Valley Wine Tasting Tours

Half day – full dayExpert-led cellar tours

Guided tastings at top wineries in Uco Valley with an expert sommelier.

Uco Valley Food & Wine Experiences

2–4 hoursLocal produce & pairings

Pair local cuisine with regional wines on a food and wine tour of Uco Valley.

Uco Valley Winery Day Trips

Full daySmall-group, expert guide

Small-group day trips to the most celebrated estates and vineyards in Uco Valley.

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