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    El Gauchito

    3.5 (128 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    EL GAUCHITO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Gnocchi Bolognese
    Rossana A.

    Food here was honestly just ok. My issue was with the restaurant's hygiene. I was given a water glass with lipstick on it. The Parmesan cheese I asked for came in a jar that was sticky and greasy. The service was decent. Restaurant was packed and diners seemed satisfied. I'd look elsewhere for Argentinian cuisine.

    Flan
    Michiko M.

    Finally got to try this place after having take out. Solid food. Parking in this area can be tough. We arrived at 6:15 and it took a few minutes to be seated. By the time we were done, the place was packed. Food is good but a bit expensive but you will have leftovers for sure.

    SkyeBlue B.

    They are two El Gauchito's and we like this the most. Knowing the people that used to serve there from another historical restaurant La Esquina de Don Chicho's makes us going back to remember a very very classic Argentinian restaurant that is not longer opened after his owner passed away. This El Gauchito II is located next to the expressway so parking could be a challenge but well worth it. Greetings from C&Gast

    Empanadas de Pollo
    Giselle G.

    I loved this place it was delicious and the service was amazing. We came on a Friday night and there were other families there eating their dinner. I loved the atmosphere; I could feel the love in the food. The food was delicious we ordered a paradilla and roasted potatoes. We also ordered the red sangria and empanadas. We also ordered a pasta dish which was also good. I would definitely come back and I recommend this place. I would order another paradulla but without the organ meat for me I wanted more meat cuts that were not organ meats. The waitress was amazing she was very attentive and friendly.

    Provolone
    Wenky W.

    Expensive and meat is tough. Not sure what the appeal is for this restaurant. I've been here twice, not by choice, and both times I was disappointed. With that price tag I expect meat that melts in your mouth but instead I get really tough meat that works your jaw and teeth and make sure you bring floss!

    Claudio S.

    A must-visit for steak lovers. The cuts are perfectly cooked, juicy, and full of flavor. The service is warm and professional, making the whole experience unforgettable. Definitely one of the best steakhouses I've ever been to.

    Grilled calamari
    Lizzy K.

    Came here on a whim with my husband while driving home. We just wanted to stop to use a bathroom and get some snacks. So happy we did, we ordered grilled calamari, empanadas and yuca fries. Everything was so delicious and freshly made but came out pretty quickly!! We were slightly obsessed with the bread and garlic and oil they gave on the side for dipping. We loved the music playing the background, fun and relaxing- a great interlude to our travels. I wish I ordered more!

    Garlic and oil
    Daniel G.

    We came here by accident but it's a good thing we did. Everything we ordered was yummy and reasonably priced. Seriously, the bread dipped in garlic and olive oil and the chicken empanadas were some of the best I've had in years! Another good sign for this place is that it was pretty packed on a Sunday afternoon between lunch and dinner. Would happily come back and try some of the other things on the menu.

    Skirt steak sandwich in chimichurri w/ lettuce and tomato ($1.50)
    Oswald B.

    Very good steak chimichurri sandwich, $17, freshly grilled ! Gotta ask for the extra chimi sauce !

    Steak
    Rita N.

    Amazing food. Definitely tasty and delicious. We got seated in the back, which I don't recommend. Slower service. Try to get seated in the front. Staff is so friendly and nice. Highly recommend coming here if you want a good steak.

    Chorizo, molleja, and fries
    Gaby S.

    Overall this was a pretty good spot! It feels really homey in the restaurant and the servers are super nice. We started off with the chorizo and molleja. I would skip the chorizo and just go for the molleja next time. I've had better chorizo called Mr. Tango which you can get in Latin stores. The molleja was great though, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. My skirt steak (entraña) was delicious! Maybe a little too much salt for my taste, but nothing you can't just scrape off. My dad got the vacio and my mom got the beef milanesa - both delicious! For the sides, we got fries a la Provençal (parsley and Parmesan) which were okay, and the ensalada rusa was good! For dessert, we got the panqueque de Dulce de leche. It didn't stand a chance for a picture, we inhaled it! I'll definitely be coming back.

    they call it medium rare, I call it medium raw, with veins

    Two tables taken at 4pm, 03/22 Sat for 10 minutes before any acknowledgment. Walked up to front, asked for water, and clean glasses (they were filthy). As two other parties arrived, they were given prompt attention (everyone in restaurant were Latin, except us... we were on the Gringo List). The fascio looked like the picture of the shell steak, too. The "cook" doesn't know how: he thinks fast blackening of the outside and leaving the inside raw is equivalent to medium rare. Waited 10 minutes for wife's fascio to be re-cooked. Then exposed the disaster pictured. It should not be called a "steakhouse", more like a coffee shop. Seems others also said service was terrible: think they don't want Caucasians. No problem. Horrible, and won't be back.

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    Excellent food! Service was great. My father and my hubby had a great father's day... thanks Gauchito 2.

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    4.3(31 reviews)
    10.3 mi

    This has been my favorite Argentine restaurant for over 10 years. I am so happy you opened in Long…read moreIsland because now I do not have to travel to Corona and deal with parking anymore. I really wish you would open a butcher shop here too. Long Island does not have a good Spanish butcher, and that is one of the things I miss most about living in Queens, the amazing food and butchers. Life really came full circle when I got to bring my 10-month-old son here, and he loved everything . The food is always so fresh and full of flavorful. The morcilla is rich , creamy and perfectly seasoned( they make the best morcilla I age ever had) and the empanadas are my absolute favorite with their flaky golden crust and authentic homemade taste. The meats and sides are just as incredible. The Russian potato salad is creamy and refreshing, the potato with parsley has that perfect balance of simplicity and freshness, and every bite of meat is tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. The chimichurri ties it all together with bright garlic and herbs that make every dish pop. Thank you for staying consistent all these years. The food is always seasoned perfectly and made with care. I also love that you still serve the free appetizer of fresh bread, cheese, salami, and tomato. It is such a classic touch and still one of my favorite parts of the meal.

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