Kentucky, Pizza restaurant in Palermo, Argentina
Kentucky is a pizzeria in Palermo that serves thick-crust pizzas generously topped with melted mozzarella in both Italian and local Argentine styles. The space features counter seating and bar areas where customers can watch food being prepared.
The restaurant opened in 1978 when its founder invested horse racing winnings into starting the business. These origins through gambling remain central to how the place identifies itself today.
The place displays horse racing memorabilia that ties Buenos Aires to a global racing tradition. Visitors encounter photographs and souvenirs throughout the space that reflect this shared passion.
The place operates daily and serves pizzas and empanadas with counter service and casual seating. Visitors should expect busier periods during evening hours and on weekends.
The restaurant pairs pizza slices with faina, a chickpea flatbread, creating a local dish called pizza a caballo. This combination of dough and legume is an Argentine classic ritual found only in select places.
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