Buenos Aires Café – Spanish
Stepping into Buenos Aires Café feels like a vibrant escape to an Argentine corner, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of golden, hand-crimped empanadas and bubbling, herb-crusted provoleta. Guests linger over communal boards of artisanal cheeses and zesty boquerones, savoring a social dining experience that celebrates the bold, rustic flavors of the pampas in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Buenos Aires Café, Waller Street, East Cesar Chavez, Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78702, United States https://www.buenosairescafe.com/0Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Buenos Aires Café
Dairy-Free at Buenos Aires Café
Buenos Aires Café in Austin has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy Brussels, Tenderloin Steak 8oz and Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Buenos Aires Café
Buenos Aires Café in Austin has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tenderloin Steak 8oz, Olives and Parrillada for 2. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Buenos Aires Café
Buenos Aires Café in Austin has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bread, Panqueques and Alfajor De Maicena. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Buenos Aires Café
Buenos Aires Café in Austin has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Empanada, Salmon and Parrillada for 2. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Buenos Aires Café
Buenos Aires Café in Austin has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Parrillada for 2 and Skirt Steak 8oz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Buenos Aires Café
Buenos Aires Café in Austin has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Olives, Carrots & Thyme and Quilmes Lager. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Buenos Aires Café
Buenos Aires Café in Austin has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bread, Panqueques and Alfajor De Maicena. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
GLP-1 at Buenos Aires Café
Buenos Aires Café in Austin has 1 glp-1-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Empanada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Buenos Aires Café
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Parrillada for 2 | 17 g | 49.5 g |
| Chicken Empanada | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Salmon | 0 g | 24 g |
| Spicy Beef Empanada | 65.6 g | 23.8 g |
| Four Milks Cake | 87.7 g | 17.7 g |
| Choripan | 1.8 g | 15.5 g |
| Vegetable Empanada | 12.3 g | 13.7 g |
| Alfajor De Maicena | 27 g | 10.8 g |
| Dark & Spicy Crème Brûlée | 13.2 g | 9.6 g |
| Chicken Sandwich | 17.9 g | 9.1 g |
| Bread | 35.2 g | 6 g |
| Skirt Steak 8oz | 15.5 g | 4.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Bread - $7: House-made bread served with compound butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Olives - $7: House-marinated olives & citrus zest Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Provoleta Small - $15: Charred Argentine provolone topped with herbs & diced fresh tomato, bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Provoleta Large - $28: Charred Argentine provolone topped with herbs & diced fresh tomato, bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Board - $20: Selection of cheeses, chef choice of Argentinian preserve, fruit & chapa bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Gran Picada - $25: Two cheeses, serrano ham, boquerones, olives and bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boquerones - $8: Marinated white anchovies, lemon confit, pan tomate Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Empanadas
- Spicy Beef Empanada - $6.5: Spicy ground beef, yellow onions, raisins, green olives, fresh herbs, traditional spices Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mild Beef Empanada - $6.5: Mild ground beef, yellow onions, raisins, green olives, fresh herbs, traditional spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Empanada - $6.5: Organic & free range roasted chicken, red bell peppers, yellow onions, fresh herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Empanada - $6.5: Spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan, onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion & Cheese Empanada - $6.5: Caramelized onions & cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Empanada - $6.5: Lentils, mushrooms, apples & spices Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Roasted Chicken - $27: Oven-roasted, free-range bone-in quarter chicken with fresh herbs & spices, served with mascarpone polenta and wilted organic spinach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi Quartet - $25: Handmade pumpkin-cinnamon, sweet potato-chipotle, cilantro jalapeño, and potato-herb gnocchi, sautéed with mushrooms, artichoke hearts, haricot verts, and roasted red bell peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Pie - $23: Argentine style Shepherd’s pie, certified Angus ground beef, hard-boiled eggs, green onions, raisins, green olives, red bell peppers & herbs finished with creamy mashed potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $40: 6oz grilled citrus glazed Scottish salmon, grilled asparagus, garnished with organic field greens and cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Skirt Steak 8oz - $35: Served with side and chimichurri Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tenderloin Steak 6oz - $38: Served with side and chimichurri Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tenderloin Steak 8oz - $45: Served with side and chimichurri Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parrillada for 2 - $70: Morcilla, salchicha parrillera, chef's beef selection, & chicken. Served with roasted onion and red bell pepper, chimichurri & criolla sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Signature Sandwiches
- Lomito Beef Sandwich - $28: Grilled PRIME Angus beef tenderloin, chimichurri Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mila Sandwich - $16: With tomato, lettuce, mayo on baguette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich - $18: Free-range grilled chicken breast, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, chipotle aioli, French baguette Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Choripan - $16: House-made Argentine staple bratwurst, baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- House Fries Small - $5: Garlic & parsley, chimi aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Fries Large - $10: Garlic & parsley, chimi aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels - $9: Fried finished with spicy ponzu & honey glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carrots & Thyme - $9: Roasted rainbow baby carrots and thyme Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Four Milks Cake - $10: Sponge cake soaked in signature four milks, whipped cream, strawberries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Dark & Spicy Crème Brûlée - $12: Madagascar vanilla, arbol chile, and cayenne pepper infused dark chocolate custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Panqueques - $10: House-made sweet crepes rolled with dulce de leche and torched sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flan De Buenos Aires - $9: Traditional creme caramel with dulce de leche and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lemon Pie - $9: Graham crackers crust, lemon filling, Italian torched merengue Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Alfajor De Maicena - $4.5: Traditional Argentine corn starch cookie, filled with dulce de leche, and rolled in coconut flakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Espresso - $3: Single shot
- Mexican Coca-Cola - $4: Regular
- Quilmes Lager - $7: Argentina Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Buena Onda Cocktail - $15: Austin Gin, Luxardo Montenegro Select Pilla, Liber & Co Ginger, fresh lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Buenos Aires Café
- Is Buenos Aires Café dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Buenos Aires Café has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy Brussels, Tenderloin Steak 8oz and Olives.
- What can I eat at Buenos Aires Café on a dairy-free diet?
- Crispy Brussels, Tenderloin Steak 8oz and Olives carry the dairy-free tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Buenos Aires Café have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Olives and Carrots & Thyme.
- Is Buenos Aires Café gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Buenos Aires Café?
- Parrillada for 2, at roughly 49.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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