On June 18, Buenos Aires will experience a unique night with the fifth edition of Calesita, a traveling festival that brings together the best chefs from Latin America with the city’s culinary scene. An unmissable experience— no reservations, no cover charge, and affordable prices—that transforms Buenos Aires into a park of flavors.
What Calesita is like: The traveling food festival that takes place for just one night in Buenos Aires
Calesita is a culinary tour in which several restaurants and bars across the city open their doors to welcome guest chefs from countries such as Peru, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Costa Rica. Each venue or restaurant serves as the setting for a fusion of local and international cuisine, featuring dishes specially designed for the occasion that you can enjoy at affordable prices.
For one night only, on June 18, you can visit different stops, enjoy exclusive dishes, and get up close with the stars of Latin American cuisine—all without needing to make a reservation or pay an entrance fee.
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Which Buenos Aires restaurants are participating in the Calesita Festival?
The Buenos Aires dining spots participating in this 2026 edition of Calesita are:
- Niño Gordo: Thames 1810
- Víctor Audio Bar: Soler 5130
- Gran Dabbang: Av. Raúl Scalabrini Ortiz 1543
- José El Carnicero: Thames 2316
- Julia: Loyola 807
- Liniers Market: Gorriti 6012
- Tres Monos: Guatemala 4899
- La Uat: Thames 1627
At each of these stops, local chefs will share the kitchen with regional culinary figures from iconic restaurants in the participating countries, all at prices ranging from 20,000 to 35,000 pesos.
How Calesita works
- 👉No reservations: admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- 👉No admission fee: there is no charge to participate.
- 👉You pay only for what you eat: each dish has its own special price.
- 👉Collaborative menus: each restaurant will feature dishes created by local and international teams.
Calesita 2026 kicks off at 8:00 p.m. on June 18 and promises a vibrant, diverse, and delicious night celebrating creativity, connection, and the best of Latin American cuisine in Buenos Aires. An ideal experience for foodies, the curious, and lovers of unique experiences.
