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Julia

Buenos Aires

Pioneering a healthier hospitality in symbiosis with the seasons

On the Pass

Julio Martín Báez

Pastry Chef

Sol Peretti

Story behind the name: Chef Julio Martín Báez opened Julia in 2019 as a tiny four-hands affair named after his daughter. Today, the eight-strong team works towards creating a fairer culinary platform, not only with regards to ingredients’ origins but also staff wellbeing: Julia opens Monday to Friday for dinner only.

What’s the vibe? Elegant and intimate. Seating just 22 across the dining room and sidewalk in Villa Crespo, the restaurant hosts two sittings per night. Those with a window into the open kitchen can appreciate just how hard the small team works to create the six-dish menu. Low lighting makes it a hot spot for lovers looking to celebrate special moments, but it’s bright enough for food fans to enjoy the beautifully prepared, flavourful fare.

What to expect on the menu: With both a la carte and tasting menus available, choose the latter to better savour the micro seasons with which Julia works. Hits include local mushrooms in escabeche with a thyme emulsion; parrilla-cooked catch of the day with beurre blanc and leeks; and koji-aged Argentinian wagyu with brussels sprouts, chilli crisp and Colombian sweet gorgonzola.

Other projects: Baez opened Franca in November 2022, a casual hybrid project merging the concepts of wine bar and restaurant. It’s a larger space than Julia – it can accommodate 70 – where diners can enjoy 90 vintages, including 15 by-the-glass options, while seasonal small plates, with a strong focus on plant-based dishes, are designed to be shared.

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