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Restaurant in Puerto Iguazú, Misiones Province
What should I order at Fortin Cataratas?
What to order
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Parrillada (Argentinian BBQ)
Highly recommended for its amazing variety of grilled meats, including chorizo and ribs, described as some of the best fresh meat ever eaten. The buffet offers unlimited meat options at a reasonable price and is praised for its freshness and quality.
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Chorizo
Specifically highlighted as a favorite meat option within the BBQ buffet, praised for its great taste.
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Ribs
Mentioned alongside chorizo as a delicious BBQ meat option, part of the well-done and tasty meat selection.
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Salad Bar
Noted for offering a variety of fresh salad options complementing the meat dishes, contributing to the overall quality of the buffet.
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Vanilla and Lemon Ice Cream
Recommended dessert choices from the restaurant's 30 kinds of ice cream, described as delicious.
Details
Location
Iguazú National Park, Sendero superior, Puerto Iguazú, Misiones Province, N3370, AR
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 8 AM to 4:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 4:30 PM |
About Fortin Cataratas
Fortin Cataratas is a restaurant in Puerto Iguazú, Misiones Province, located in Iguazu Falls park. It serves buffet and all-you-can-eat grill food with South American barbecue, salad bar items, hot dishes, desserts, and drinks. Reviewers consistently praise the grilled meats, especially chorizo, ribs, and other parrilla cuts, along with the variety of buffet options and helpful service. Some also mention live music and a convenient stop during a visit to the falls.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Fortin Cataratas known for?
It is best known for its all-you-can-eat buffet and parrilla grill, especially the South American barbecue station with chicken, beef, pork, sweetbreads, morcilla, chorizo, and ribs. Reviewers also point to the large salad bar and dessert selection, which make it a full meal rather than just a meat-focused stop.
What dishes are most recommended at Fortin Cataratas?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the chorizo, ribs, and other grilled meats from the barbecue station, plus the bife chorizo-style cuts and sweetbreads. On the buffet side, the eggplant salad, pasta, lasagna, piku fish, and desserts like passionfruit cheesecake and chocolate volcano are all called out.
What is the atmosphere like at Fortin Cataratas?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and busy, with indoor and outdoor seating, live music, and a setting inside Iguazu Falls park. It seems to work well for groups and tourists, and several reviews mention it as an easy lunch stop while visiting the falls.
Is Fortin Cataratas good value, and what does it cost?
The listed price range is ARS 20–60K, and one recent review mentioned about 31,500 ARS for the buffet with BBQ, with drinks and dessert charged separately. Reviewers say the unlimited meat and wide buffet selection make the price feel reasonable, though a few note it can be deep on the pocket.
When is the best time to visit Fortin Cataratas?
Lunch is the clearest peak time, and the restaurant accepts reservations with lunch reservations recommended. Reviews mention it can be fairly busy, so going earlier in the day or booking ahead is the safest way to avoid a wait.
Is parking available at Fortin Cataratas?
Yes. Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Fortin Cataratas have vegetarian options?
Yes, Fortin Cataratas offers vegan options.
Is Fortin Cataratas kid-friendly?
Yes, Fortin Cataratas is good for kids.
