If names like Tita, Lincoln, Melba, or Merengadas make your mouth water instantly, there’s a spot in Palermo that turns that nostalgia into a full-fledged experience. It’s called Merienda, a café that reimagines the most iconic cookies of the ’80s and ’90s as XL versions, desserts, and even milkshakes.
Merienda combines sidewalk tables with a modern interior and cakes so tempting they seem to jump right off the counter. This Palermo café is perfect both for those who grew up with these brands (if you think of a merengada and a tear falls, this is your new favorite spot) and for new generations who want to try those flavors they once heard about.
Classic cookies, but in an XL version (and as a dessert)
Yes, you can order a giant Merengada or an XXL Tita (it’s practically a must) to share, but there are also more creative takes: chocotortas, homemade cakes, and a café menu that pairs perfectly with specialty coffee. One of the spot’s hits is the milkshakes, made literally with the original cookies—from Melba to Lincoln—capturing that exact flavor but in drink form.
At Merienda , it’s not just about eating something sweet: it’s about reliving an era, but with a modern twist. The name says it all: Merienda is ideal for an afternoon snack, but also for a sunny breakfast on the sidewalk or even a relaxed afternoon outing. But this sunny corner of Palermo has much more to offer because its menu includes irresistible dishes for a great lunch or dinner under the stars. Great flavors, like great spots, never go out of style, and you’ve already found your perfect new spot in Palermo.
📍Uriarte 2106
📅Monday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. / Tuesday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. / Friday and Saturday 8 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.