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Did Don Julio's live up to the hype? Can any restaurant ranked #10 in the world by World's Best Restaurants -- and crowned #1 steakhouse three consecutive years -- truly live up to its reputation? I'd say yes, and then some. A word of advice: sit inside. That's where the magic happens. The open-flame grills roaring indoors create an incredible ambiance -- intimate, lively, and unlike anything else. The outdoor seating is charming in its own right (cozy blankets draped over every chair), but the interior is the real experience. Service was exceptional. Before we even ordered, our waiter personally walked us through the kitchen to introduce us to the various cuts on display -- a thoughtful touch that made the whole meal feel like an event. We settled on the ribeye and one other cut, with the ribeye stealing the show: thick, juicy, and cooked to perfection over open flame. To top it all off, the meal came with complimentary champagne, chorizo, empanadas, and dessert -- generous extras that made an already outstanding dinner feel truly special.
Number 1 steakhouse and number 10 restaurant in the world. It's not often that the actual experience meets the hype and expectations. This was one of those moments. This was one of the things I was most looking forward to on this trip, and I made a reservation through our hotel months in advance. Fantastic meal overall. The steaks were great. Service was on point right from the beginning when they gave us wine and yummy corn empanadas when we arrived. The chocolate-covered dulce de leche at the end was delectable.
We thought we could get a dinner reservation with maybe a week's advance but found out they are 3 months out when we tried in February. We were able to get a first seating Lunch reservation 3 weeks in advance. Arrived on a Saturday for an 11 am reservation and already was starting to pick up. We were met with a complimentary glass of Chandon Brut (with refills) which was a nice touch. Also, there was a pumpkin mini empanada that was being passed out as we waited to be seated. Didn't taste it but heard comments from others that were enjoying it. We were seated outside promptly at 11. Inviting outdoor Dining with tablecloths. A plethora of different cuts of steak! We ended up going with the Ribeye (Ojo de Bife)and noticed that many were sharing their steak. When we saw 500 grams (or over a pound) for the Ribeye and many of the cuts, we understood why. Steak came out a perfect medium rare (as recommended)-tender with that char/smoke flavor-delicious! Our side salad was enjoyed. House baked bread with tasty dips as well a complimentary tomato with sauce (off menu-cant remember name) appetizer were a great start to our meal. Service was exceptional from beginning to end including the table side steak carving. Believe the hype, this is the Parrilla in Buenos Aires!
Pretty well priced for a Michelin star place in South America. the service was great, and the welcome empanada was so impressing, my mother ordered additional during the meal. the ambiance was fantastic, although we were dining with all tourists, it still gave a nice feel of BA. we ordered a ton of meats and loved the chimichurris. The bread was great but the weird green sauce/soup was so bitter
This one? A big disappointment. And yeah, I might catch some heat for saying it. It's trendy, all over social media, crowned by many as the best parrilla in Buenos Aires supposedly even a Michelin star winner. So naturally, the bar was set high. Maybe too high. I'm not saying the food was terrible. It wasn't. It just didn't shine. Nothing on the plate made me pause, nothing made me lean back and say, "Okay, now I get it." Maybe I ordered the wrong thing. Maybe it was an off night. But when you walk into a place with that kind of reputation, you expect more than just "fine." I came without a reservation, fully aware I'd have to wait. No problem there. What did bother me, though, was watching others in line being handed bubbles, empanadas, little bites to hold them over while in the full hour I stood there, not once was I offered anything. Maybe it was an oversight. Maybe not. But standing there empty-handed while others were being catered to didn't feel great. I wish I had more to say more praise, more critique, more something. But honestly, there just isn't much else. It didn't offend. It just didn't impress. And sometimes, that's the bigger letdown
On a 1-month getaway, other than lodging and air, I'd planned very little. Don Julio was the sole spot I'd planned to dine at, making 3pm reservations for an outdoor table well in advance of my trip. I'd read about Don Julio and noted its Michelin star but had no expectations other than a great meat meal at an authentic Argentinian parilla (steakhouse). And, despite the late hour at which Argentinians generally dine, I'd opted for a late afternoon seating in anticipation of how full I'd be when leaving. With outdoor temperatures approaching 90 degrees I was relieved to be greeted with a glass of champagne and follow the hostess to a table for 4, inside the restaurant. From there? Everything was just as perfect as that introduction. On a walking tour days earlier my guide had pointed out Don Julio noting their popularity and prices. My group and another person on the tour had upcoming reservations there and he assured us it was good and we'd enjoy it but made the point that the same experience can be had all over Buenos Aires at a lesser cost. Having now had the Don Julio experience and experienced several other parilla I concur with only part of his comment: One can have a similar experience and meal elsewhere but one cannot have the Don Julio experience. It's worth having. The staff at Don Julio is unlike the staff at any other Argentinian restaurant. Their level of attentiveness is outstanding. Without getting into the nitty gritty of the excellent meal and service I will say that they feature a very big menu and an even bigger wine list. My table of 4 sampled Rib-eye, Tenderloin, and Prime Rib with various tomato accompaniments, bread, wine, and... ah, who knows? The whole experience was dreamy and one of my fondest membranes of my vacation. Expensive for Argentina, sure, but with tip and wine my meal for 4 ran just under $400; Almost reason enough to fly to Buenos Aires. Don Julio was an experience I'd regret having missed.
Nice space, a bit of a revolving door with block set seating times to fit in as many people as possible. After eating 4 Asados in country before we ate here we had tried a variety of styles of cooking. We loved the Proveleta and skirt steak (seasoning and cook were perfect). The rest of the meal was good. This was the first arugula salad with Parmesan that I've ever asked for seconds on! Because we ordered the set menu we were unable to do a wine pairing with it which was very confusing, that should be the easiest to do a pairing with. We didn't know what courses were being served with the set menu so we asked the sommelier to choose wines for each course but they wouldn't, they focused more on our tastes versus helping us to find the best for each course.
One of the most famous steakhouses in the world with great service. My booking is at 10:30pm and when I arrived a bit early, I was immediately greeted with an empanada and a glass of sparkling wine while I wait. They showed me the wine cellar on the way in which is quite an impressive collection. Steak portions are generally huge in Argentina so I got the half portion rib eye. Extremely well prepared with nice condiments - compared to New York steakhouses it has a more charcoal grilled flavor. One thing to pick on is while the steak knife looks pretty it is a bit difficult to use. Overall the experience is great and it is not too expensive for a fine dining experience at one of the best restaurants in the world. Reserve for a table early though as I booked almost a month early but I still only managed to get a 10:30pm table (despite they eat late in Argentina)
I was a bit wary when coming in because I saw mixed reviews on Reddit and this spot only boasts a 4.4 on Google Maps. However, as a one Michelin star steakhouse and rated number one in the world, I had to give it a go while in Buenos Aires. I arrived a bit late to my reservation as there was a bit of traffic on the way. However, they were kind enough to seat me still and handed me a glass of complimentary champagne while waiting for the table to clear. Before seating, they gave me a tour of the meat grill and the downstairs wine cellar as well. My seat was outside (where the majority of the seats were), but I didn't mind it as it was quite nice outside. As for the actual food, I asked for a "bife de chorizo ancho, jugoso tirando a punto" - an Argentine sirloin, wide side, rare leaning towards medium. ChatGPT said this would be the juiciest cut, and I was really impressed by the steak. It was very sizable, and most bites were extremely flavorful. My only pet peeve is that there were some bites that were a bit chewier and tougher, but in hindsight it's really hard to get such a large steak cooked fully perfectly. Overall I had quite a solid experience at Don Julio and would come back again if I were in Buenos Aires.
There is a reason why this place is so legendary and popular: It is the attention to detail. The reason why the reservations are so hard to get is not a popularity game. Treating everyone like a VIP, greeting them with a glass of Chandon and a warm empanada sets the tone. You step in and literally every member of the service crew welcomes you until you are at your table. The service is meticilous, to the point they iron the tablecloths on the table and put a cloth on your purse to protect it from spills. Everyone will tell you that the food and the parilla experience is not irreplacable, and it is true. We did get similar chorizo de bonbon and bife de chorizo at other establishments as well. But when I look at our overall experience, I'd put the service here as a key distinguishing factor.
8 years ago
Reservations are a must here! I tried to make reservations a month in advance and all of dinner was already booked. Luckily I was able to snag a 1pm reservation for lunch. Same menu I believe. We arrived right on time and heard there was at least an hour and a half wait for people with no reservations. This place is nice though because if you are waiting, they will hand out champagne and mini empanadas! They have both outdoor and indoor seating. We were fortunately seated indoor next to the chefs but also by a window. It was great watching the cooks bring out huge large chunks of delicious meat to be cooked over the woodfire grill. The service was super attentive and nice. Don Julio definitely had that old school steak house vibe. Loved it! Appetizers: Pork sausage - huge in portion. One sausage can feed two -three people easy. It had a bit of a spicy kick to it. Full of fat and flavor. Cheese and chard empanada - My second favorite empanada in the city, close running to Peron Peron's. The empanada was larger than I thought it would be. We shared one between two people. The crust was flakey and stuffing was ooey gooey cheesy. Very good! Goat Cheese Proveleta - We've tried so many proveletas so decided to go with goat cheese. You can clearly taste the goat cheese which I appreciated. Nicely grilled. Entrees: T-bone - We wanted to get as much cuts as possible so this allowed us to try both the filet and the strip. We asked for medium rare and got medium rare. So good. The filet was like butter. The strip was just as wonderfully cooked. 1/2 short ribs - So many ribs for just half the portion. Also cooked to our preferred temperature of medium rare. Just as delicious! Honestly, this place may be touristy but it's a must! Excellent atmosphere, excellent service, excellent meal. They take credit card. read more
Two girlfriends and I had such a fun and memorable dinner at Don Julio. We arrived around 7:30 and there was no wait, but we'd heard about the complimentary champagne so actually chose to come back later to wait a while, and it was worth it ;) When we arrived again around 8pm, there was already a wait of 45 minutes. We enjoyed champagne, mini empanadas, and people watching while waiting for our table. The temperature was perfect so we sat outside on the sidewalk. Probably less of the full experience, but still very pleasant. To eat we split a ribeye and t bone as well as two orders of mashed potatoes, one order of zucchini, and grilled cheese with red pepper. The two steaks were more than enough for three ladies, and they were cooked according to our request of medium rare and rare, despite my fear that Argentinians would overlook them. The waiter definitely up-sold us on the potatoes- one order would have been plenty for 2-3 people. I highly recommend the zucchini- they were grilled, smoky, and one of the few veggies I ate during my time in the country, hah. It was the next best food to the steak. The grilled cheese was delivishly deliciously salty, so you might as well order that too. Oh, and Malbec, obviously. The meal Ended up costing around ~$40pp-- not bad for an appetizer, steak, sides, and wine! read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Had to come back again to see if last time was just a fluke but nope, it was even more amazing this time around. The little empanada appetizer they give you for free is fantastic, especially the chimi and salsa criolla. Then we got the artichoke appetizer to split, it was so well cooked and lemony, loved it! . Last came out the Ojo de Bife con pure and man I forgot just how delicious their steak was. Worth every penny! Make sure to make your reservation online as far out as you can! The line was at least 100 people deep but we walked right in like VIPs! Amazing every time. read more
3 years ago
Based on reviews, my family came here around 3:45pm. We could not get a reservation so decided to come for a late lunch. I did get a glass of free champagne and that was nice. We ordered 2 steaks for the 3 of us. That was too much. We wanted to order one but the waiter suggested another. We ate 1/3 of our steaks. I am not sure if people just eat more here but that was a lot of food. I also felt terrible throwing food away. We loved the eggplant dish. It was different and I love eggplants anyways. If you like eggplants, you should try it. The free bread was great. My kid loved the coke because it was in a bottle. He said it is made with real sugar cane. My husband and I shared Malbec. My recommendation would be to order less and enjoy! read more
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Don Julio is probably my favorite steakhouse in Buenos Aires. We had lunch on a weekday afternoon and the restaurant was packed with locals and tourists. We were lucky enough to be seated on the second floor overlooking the bar area, and they had the best seats in the house. Food was top notch. The steaks were cooked to perfection. We ordered the ribeye steak and the spare ribs in medium rare and none of them were overcooked. Beside all the juicy steaks, we also had the beets with preserved lemon peel as an appetizer. The preserved lemon peel delicately took out the earthy flavor of the beets and it completed the dish. Empanadas is also a must try. Wine list is ample and price is very reasonable. I give them a perfect score! read more
2 years ago
The service is impeccable, attention to details and staff was very friendly and professional. They offer Prosecco while you wait for your table so that was very nice. We sat outside on a very nice evening and had a delicious dinner. For those who are non meat eaters the only choice is sides. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
My friend made two reservations for this restaurant, can't believe her enthusiasm for the steaks of this restaurant. We ordered Entreco, in the first night. Even it was not over our expectations, but it showed its level. In the second day, we tried the prime rib, no surprise. We also tried all of desserts in the menu, just confirming this is just a steak house--not worth ordering the desserts. I only gave 4 stars to its steaks, but add one star for its tomato starter and sweetbread, really delicious! Good service, but need to review the check very carefully--they might add extra charge in it read more
KenScale: 8.75/10 Out of all the restaurants I was looking to visit with my wife Jun during our Argentina trip, Don Julio in Buenos Aires was the place I looked forward to visiting the most. Having become one of the iconic steakhouse parrillas in the city's Palermo neighborhood, culminating in the top ten (and #1 from Argentina) listing in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants list recently, I had to experience what the top-notch steak in Argentina would taste like. We already had a taste of outstanding steak at La Carniceria on our first day in Buenos Aires (see my review here ), and it was only fitting that our last meal in Buenos Aires would be with steak as well. Given that our flight back to New York was later at night, I didn't want to risk losing the chance to sit down at Don Julio due to the allegedly notorious wait time if you don't have a reservation and therefore took Jun to the restaurant during lunch time. Not surprisingly, there was line already forming but it wasn't overly long (so we ended up getting seated right away once the restaurant opened at noon) and the staffs graciously brought champagnes for the crowd to fight the hot summer weather. Given that our meal was during lunch time and Jun was not 100% recovered from her weariness, we perhaps didn't have as much food as we would've normally ordered, but I've seen enough from Don Julio to confidently conclude this was the best restaurant that we'd been to in Argentina. Before you get to the steak department, I highly recommend that you check out the sausage section. We shared the spicy longaniza sausage, similarly to chorizo, that was quite delicious and felt appropriate to get our taste bud ready before we moved on to the bigger things. We didn't want to repeat our mistake of ordering two large meat dishes, especially at a lunch time and with Jun's appetite not fully back, so we had to be careful in choosing one steak that we felt compelled to order. We decided to order the tenderloin (bife de lomo) and absolutely hit the jackpot. One great thing about steak in Argentina in general is the restraint when it comes to the meat's flavor. Unlike many steakhouses in America where a ton of butter and salt are used to juice up the flavor, Don Julio really seems to know what it's doing with minimal seasoning, backing up with the tenderloin with expert grilling that brought out a perfect medium rare meat. I was really struggling to remember a steak as good as this one in my lifetime after I got the first bite. Another thing that surprised me about the parrilla experience in Argentina is how well the vegetable sides complement the meat. I've already seen that with the cabbage that was essential to the ribeye we had ordered at La Carniceria; at Don Julio, the magic potion was from the grilled vine tomato. Get a bite of the steak and then eat one of these little tomatoes, and you get this marvelous contrast between the smoky meat and the citrusy vegetable. The la plata grilled peppers were also a fantastic pairing for the meat, with a slightly spicy kick that brought another element. At the end, I gladly scooped up the rest of the meat that Jun couldn't finish after we split it in half. As noted above, if you don't have a reservation and don't want to wait for a long time, head over the restaurant for lunch where the likelihood of getting seated right away is substantially higher. Not surprisingly, Don Julio has an excellent wine list go complement its meat line-ups; given that it was lunch, we both went for the generously poured three-glass flight consisting of chardonnay, pinot noir and Malbec-based blend that nicely complemented our food. If you do end up ordering a bottle of wine, I heard you are allowed to display your bottle on the wall with your name signed. The décor of the parrilla may look slightly touristy, but I thought it added another charming element to our lunch. Don Julio is an absolute-must visit when you are in Buenos Aires. Jun and I are both unapologetic carnivores who love great dishes, and I can confidently declare the tenderloin we've had here comfortably belongs in the top-three meat dishes of my lifetime (I need to remember what the other two are). read more
4 years ago
Absolutely the best steak I have ever had. The ambiance and service made it such a dining experience. The restaurant has a European flair and with the dollar so strong it made it very affordable. I can't say enough about Don Julio. read more
Of the roughly 7 steakhouses I went to on my trip to Buenos Aires, Don Julio was simply the best for the steak quality. Perfect preparation (lightly salted one side and single flip) while I was sitting at one of the two seats at the bar. I had the ribeye at a perfect medium-rare and it was a high quality product. The mashed potatoes were nothing to write home about but I guess you have to order some side. This much said, a Spanish Rubia Gallega in Spain or London trumps any of these Argentine steaks. read more
[The ultimate steak tour in Buenos Aires] [TL;DR] - Best Steak in Buenos Aires. - If you don't have reservations, arrive around 6:30pm After somehow convincing my wife, we recently completed a week long tour of the best speciality steakhouses in Buenos Aires. I sourced the list with a combination of Google Maps, Yelp, Trip Advisors, and some food bloggers. Overall, the restaurants we visited and ranked are below: (The links are listed at the bottom and the details are listed on each of the restaurant's profile) 1st: Don Julio 2nd: La cabrera 3rd: Calden del Soho 4th: Santos Manjares [Details] For Don Julio, this took the top place for the combination for amazing steak and great service. Since this is a popular place, you must book a few weeks in advance just to get a reservation. Since we didn't know that, the restaurant mentioned that we can show up early. Since the restaurant opens at 7:00pm, you should should up the latest by 6:45pm to be seated at opening. [Food] We ordered the Ribeye steak and a bottle of wine (it was cheap, thanks to the currency exchange) The steak itself was on their own level. It was juice, I understand now when people say the "Melt in your mouth" feeling. The steak itself was 500g no bones and minimal fat. I would highly recommend it. It's hard to explain, but it's a great quality cut of steak. HOWEVER, there is a chance it could be less than ideal. My particular steak was amazing, but my wife's ribeye steak was a little chewy and not amazing. Overall, it's still my number one places. We even went again at the end of our trip. [Service] This is considered a fine dining establishment and the servers were attentive. There was a Som that recommend an amazing wine. [Price] The ribeye was approx. 1,100 ARS ( $19 USD) The wine was about 1,000 ARS ($18 USD). The side dishes are around 325 ARS ($ 5 USD) [Stars Breakdown] - Food - Up to 3 stars: (Given for the quality of the steak) - Service - Up to 1 star - Overall Experience: Up to 1 star - Food: 3 Stars - Service: 1 Star - Overall: 1 Star Total: 5 Stars [Links] - Santos Mangares: https://www.yelp.es/biz/santos-manjares-buenos-aires - La Cabrera: https://www.yelp.es/biz/la-cabrera-buenos-aires - Calden del Soho - https://www.yelp.es/biz/calden-del-soho-buenos-aires read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
Before you even read any further just remember that a person that doesn't eat meat is writing this review. That being said, I got the grilled cheese. Which was ok. I also got the grilled vegetables and that was ok. I asked my friend who DID eat meat and she said that she's had better elsewhere. What was good the veggie friendly empanada. If I ever go again, I'll just ask for three of those. LoL. Service was great. Some staff speak English so that was helpful. read more
7 years ago
Suggested by the owner of the spot we went to for wine tasting. Was warned that there is always a line but didn't expect to find a line as soon as we walked over to the location - 9mins after they opened their doors. Welcomed with champagne and was seated very quickly! I don't eat beef or pork so ordered the veggie ravioli but the meat eater LOVED her rib eye. The attention to detail was impressive! read more
Short review, I've put this off way too long. -Super popular restaurant. Even with reservations, we had to wait another 20 minutes at I want to say 10pm or later on a Saturday night. -Big restaurant. We sat in the back upstairs. Nice, quiet dining room. -Provoleta was ok, not great. The bread they serve is delicious, and the chimichurri is what all chimichurri should taste like. Pico de gallo is also good. -Lamb sausage was amazing, chorizo was ok. -Ribeye was ok, but the strip was the best cut. Similar to every parilla we visited in Argentina, none will cook the steak to medium-rare or "al jugoso", but the steak is still very juicy and delicious. read more
4 years ago
We had an incredible experience. World-class service world-class ambience world class beef. Even the vegetarian at our table was happy. And the wine collection is otherworldly. even had a tour of the wine cellars. Must go!!!! read more
It's right downstairs at the apartment that I stayed. Long line all the time, even at 11pm at night. A guy friend and I tried kidney, rig eye and sweet bread and a salad. Very meaty and fulfilling. I couldn't tell if they were any better than the ones in New York. read more
I loved this place. Great steak, fantastic ambiance, champagne served at the door as you wait.... Just expect to do so. For a while. And yes, it is worth it. Just expect to eat at 11pm. It's Buenos Aires. The party doesn't start until 1am. Enjoy. read more
7 years ago
We recommend you come here if you really want good quality of meat. we ordered Rib eye and Tenderloin. Both are excellent cut, super thick and super juicy. One thing to remember is if you normally eat your steak medium rare, then order medium here. They tend to run a little rarer than you normally would get. Also, the empanadas here is excellent, we have tried 3 other places and decide they do make the best empanadas here. Meat obviously pair well with wine so don't forget a glass of Malbec on the side. We came here for Lunch right when they open at 12:30pm so we didn't have to wait at all. Service is excellent, highly recommend it. We also tried La Cabrera to compare and decide that the meat quality here is much better read more
We had just landed in Buenos Aires on a Saturday, and we were determined to begin eating steak. We didn't have a reservation and it seemed to be prime Argentinian dining time (10pm). The hostess informed us that we could be seated outside or we could be looking at a 30 minute wait for a table inside. Despite how chilly it was that evening, we decided to take the table, since the choices were to wait outside in the cold for half an hour or eat sooner in the cold. We began to shiver, but they brought us woven blankets to stave off the brisk night air. Once we started drinking the wine and digging into the fresh, hot bread, we began to warm up. The round loaf was served in a basket, covered in a napkin, and accompanied with a smokey red sauce, salsa, and butter. The bread was also soft, fluffy, and mildly sweet, which is just one of those satisfying breads to chomp on that puts you at the risk of spoiling your appetite before the main course arrives. We shared a bottle of the 2014 Norton Reserve Malbec. Ensalada de Quinoa, tomato, pepino, cebolla morada, menta fresca (Quinoa, tomato, cucumber, red onion, fresh mint) ~170 pesos (~$10 USD): The quinoa salad was simple and better than I expected. The quinoa was soft and fluffy. The avocado made it even better. Most of all, the flavor was there. Another dish that almost ruined our appetite before the steak arrived (or maybe we were just that hungry). Ojo de Bife (Rib Eye Steak) ~320 pesos (~$20 USD): Easy decision, we all wanted rib eye. It was a nice, springy cut of beef with a little bit of char. The savory flavor was there. However, it was a little over done for medium rare. Even towards the center, my rib eye did not appear to look too different from my friend's medium well rib eye. 1/2 Asado de Tira (1/2 Short Ribs) ~340 pesos (~$21 USD): My friend heard that Don Julio has good ribs, so we also shared the 1/2 short ribs. They were delicious and fatty, but if I had to pick, I'd choose the steak over the ribs. We also shared some sauteed greens, which were served in a skillet. After consuming all that meat, vegetables seemed like a logical choice. Did I enjoy my steak? Sure. Was it a steak worth remembering? Well, it was a memorable experience in Argentina. Compared to U.S. prices, the meal was worth it. However, with Argentina's inflation, I wonder how much longer it will be worth it. I give DJ a 3.75. read more
Amazing food and even better service. If your a meat lover, this place is for you. This place fills up quickly and people are waiting right when it opens. Always efficient and will try to get you in ASAP. Don't fill up on appetizers as there is enough steak to go around. Very much enjoyed it and will go back again when in Buenos Aires. read more
4 years ago
This place is a must stop when in BA! Make your reservations in advance online. They offer you free champagne while you wait, and the service is the best I have had in Argentina. The servers are extremely helpful with navigating the menu. The steaks here are huge and definitely shareable!! They are cooking the steaks on a grill in the restaurant. This place has stellar sweet potatoes do not leave without trying them! read more
7 years ago
Another excellent meal at Don Julio. My husband made reservations for us for our Valentine Day date. We opted for lunch since the dinner reservations available was really late for us. Even though late dinner is a norm here I couldn't imagine eating steak that late. It turned out to be perfect timing because then we were able to enjoy the rest of our day. We ordered the mix grill platter, blood sausage, and empanadas for our appetizer. T-bone steak to share and I ordered malbec (they had a large wine menu to choose from). Service was great, food was timed perfectly that when we were done with the appetizer the steak was delivered to our table perfectly cooked medium. The waiter portioned out the steak for us, and checked up on us to make sure our drinks were filled. If you plan to dine here highly recommend making reservations, otherwise if you will have to come when open and hopefully they have a table available, otherwise there is a wait. If you do wait they do provide champagne and mini empanadas. read more
Really great steaks and wine. Even their sides were very good. We had a ton of food and our bill came out to about $120 USD which isn't bad considering the two orders of steak, some sausages, two sides, and some wine. Their steaks were cooked perfectly and juicy. The seasoning was just right. I highly recommend their chard with lemon and garlic. The lemon cuts the grease from the steak and is a great side. Argentina is famous for its steak and wine. You will find other places with similar quality steaks for a lower price point. We really enjoyed our meal at Parrilla Pena. PP isn't as fancy as Don Julio but their steaks were just as good. We had even more food at PP and our bill came out to about $80 USD. I also like the hole in the wall feel of PP. You see locals and tourists both dining here. I highly recommend both places. read more
Looking back on our 3 week trip to Argentina, Gayle and I would both say that our best meal was a close tie between Don Julio and La Salamandra Pulpería in Bariloche. And there were so many culinary experiences just slightly below this level of culinary pleasure. Gayle and I also observed Argentina dinner custom in that we arrived at 10 PM, were seated at 10:30 PM and walked out a little after Midnight. Even then, the place was still rocking with lots of happy couples, friends, and family. We loved the energy in the dining room and the kitchen. The food was excellent as well. We each ordered a steak, and shared an order of asparagus, a bottle of wine, and flan for desert. And coffee for 2. The food was well prepared and excellent. And the service kept up with the quality, right down to the impressive wood handled steak knife. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
Amazing experience! Even the wait was pleasant. They provide soon-to-be patrons waiting on the curb with some bubbly and empanadas. So you know service is important to them. The food is amazing. My T-Bone steak was phenomenal. Even better you can't beat the prices for the quality and quantity of the food. A T-Bone and Prime Rib steak, one side and a bottle of wine set me up $120 USD. If you're ever in Argentina, listen the hoards of other reviewers and make it a priority to visit Don Julio. read more
4 years ago
We went to Don Julio at least 5 times during our stay in Buenos Aires. Incredible steaks, best we have had in long time. Service is amazing, staff are friendly. Fresh bread, Chimichurri, fresh tomatoes and empanada and olive oil they serve complementary is the best. We bought few bottles of their olive oils too!! This is a must have if you are in the neighborhood. I suggest you book in advance. read more
Excellent steakhouse. Service is impeccable. I went for lunch without reservation and got a table pretty quick. They serve you champagne while you wait. Servers are super friendly. They start you with warm bread and olive oil. I got the rib eye and it pertectly medium rare with an crispy sear. Got a lettuce, tomatoes and onion salad and it was very prepared with lemon, oil and salt. I wasn't too crazy about their sauces. I just added salt to my steak. Portion was pretty big, enough for 2 people. And of course... you can have steak without a good glass of malbec! Love the decor with all the wine bottles. If you go down to the bathrooms you can also see their wine cellar, which is very cool. If you are in Buenos Aires, I'll definitely recommend the steaks here. read more
4 years ago
I'm so happy. This was one of the best meals I had in Buenos Aires. The experience was amazing and I can't rave enough about the bife de ojos, mashed potatoes and Malbec. Absolutely try to dine here if you're in BA. I went on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch without a reservation and was seated right away. read more
**STEAKS AND MALBEC, THAT'S IT** Fabulous steakhouse ambiance. Wood, rustic, and smells like a steakhouse should. Wish they had a cigar lounge and I would be in heaven. Sat upstairs, overlooking below. FOOD ===== RIB EYE STEAK Requested medium-rare and it was slightly more medium. However, paired with a Malbec, it was beautiful. RATING: 4/5 RUMP STEAK Good, but not as juicy as the rib-eye. RATING: 3.5/5 We did not order any sides; just steak and wine. WINE ==== ALTAMIRA MALBEC 2009 RESERVE Spent 18 months in 50% new French oak. Fragrant aromas of toasty oak, earthy minerals, Asian spices, leather, and black cherry. Excellent volume and length. RATING: 5/5 DESSERT ======= FLAN Good, but not great. More caramelized flavor would have been nice. RATING: 3/5 PRO TIP ======= Reserve online and avoid the waits. OVERALL ======== Very good steaks all-around, but not the best steaks I've had. However, impressive wine list and ambiance. Their Malbecs were excellent. RECOMMEND if you're staying in Palermo. read more
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