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Fuente y Fonda
Empanadas
Recommended multiple times for being delicious, with both meat empanadas and the empanadas in the appetizer selection praised for great flavor and quality.
Lasagna
Mentioned as absolutely loved for its rich, homemade style and generous portion size, with a lot of spinach and veggies.
Hake fish dinner
Praised as very good and well balanced, especially because the sauce was lighter than expected, making it enjoyable and not too heavy.
Bread
Frequently highlighted as delicious, including complimentary homemade warm bread served at the table.
Ossobuco al malbec empanadas
Specifically called out as part of a very delicious meal, showing up among the standout dishes in the reviews.
Pulled chicken
Included in the appetizer selection and described as delicious, contributing to the strong positive feedback on the starters.
Provolone cheese
Mentioned as one of the ordered dishes in a highly praised meal and described as very delicious.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
About Fuente y Fonda
Fuente y Fonda is an Argentinian restaurant in Mendoza, Mendoza Province, known for homemade food served in large sharing portions. Reviewers consistently praise the traditional comfort-food style, especially dishes like pastel de papa, cannelloni, empanadas, and other mains designed for two or more people. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with an intimate, grandmother’s-house feel. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and many reviews mention strong service, generous portions, and good value.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Fuente y Fonda known for?
It is best known for large, homemade Argentinian sharing dishes, especially pastel de papa and other mains that are meant for two or more people. Reviewers repeatedly mention the generous portions, comfort-food style, and the fact that many plates come with dessert or complimentary dessert.
What dishes are most recommended at Fuente y Fonda?
Reviewers most often highlight pastel de papa, cannelloni, empanadas, and lasagna, along with sharing mains like ossobuco al malbec and hake. People also mention the provolone cheese, churrascos with roasted vegetables, and the homemade bread and small corn salad served at the table.
What is the atmosphere like at Fuente y Fonda?
The vibe is cozy, quiet, casual, and a little trendy, with an intimate feel that some reviewers compare to a grandmother’s house. It works well for couples, groups, and tourists, and the menu is built around sharing, so it suits people who want a relaxed meal rather than a formal one.
Is Fuente y Fonda good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ARS 20–30K, and reviewers often call the restaurant fairly priced or great value for the amount of food served. Many mention huge portions, complimentary dessert, and reasonably priced wine, so the higher shareable plates can still feel economical for two to four diners.
Do you need a reservation, and when is the best time to go?
Reservations are recommended and in some cases required, especially for brunch, lunch, and dinner. One review noted that the dining room fills up after about 8:30 to 9:00 PM, so going early can help if you want a calmer meal and easier seating.
Is parking available at Fuente y Fonda?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Fuente y Fonda have vegetarian options?
Yes, Fuente y Fonda offers vegetarian options.
Is Fuente y Fonda kid-friendly?
Yes, Fuente y Fonda is good for kids.
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