4ta Pared

If you’re strolling through the essentially residential district of Villa Devoto, we recommend a visit to 4ta Pared, a restaurant that is somewhat off the main gastronomic trail but which is well worth tracking down, and whose name (literally, the “4th Wall) refers to the theatrical situations in which actors break down barriers by interacting directly with their audience. It occupies a corner property with large windows (use the phone at the door to make a (compulsory) booking before gaining access). Once inside, you’ll find a contemporary-style decor with two different ambiences: a room with low tables, and a space dominated by a large island laid out for dining, where owner-chef Pablo Cerne completes his dishes in full view of guests. The aim of the single contemporary tasting menu is to extract maximum flavour from each ingredient, with a focus on micro-seasonality, organic vegetables, and the importance of sustainability, textures and presentation.