Even as a guest at the Park Hyatt, which is the home of Grill Q, i was a bit anxious about dining…read morehere for fear of the cost. Traveling solo, I don't need to spend a fortune wooing myself. I didn't need to worry. For about $30 USD, I had two different and excellent empanadas to start, a perfectly prepared steak, and a side of grilled vegetables. That's not cheap by local standards, but it isn't disproportionate, either, and it was surprisingly reasonable for a Park Hyatt restaurant. That didn't include wine, because I had so many bottles of Malbec in my room to drink after visiting bodegas in the region. Food: excellent. Service: solid. Value: very good.

Went with a friend that came from the USA and we experienced great service and good food…read more The only reason that I did not give this restaurant 5 stars is that the tables are placed too close to each other and there is not sufficient space to leave a table without bumping into your neighbors. I did not even have the space to get up and go to the bathroom!

One of the best Lomo a lo pobre I´ve found in Santiago and for a decent payment…read more Too noice specially during weekends, that´s the only detail.

I came here with some friends who live near-by. Las Vacas Gordas are honest to their name: I ended…read moreup feeling like a fat cow after finishing. I ordered a Milanese steak "a la pobre" (with fries, eggs and grilled onions). I think it was the largest Milanese steak I've ever had. I couldn't finish my dish. The day after I couldn't be less than fifty feet away from the bathroom.

It's ok, a good place, the envirement is nice, the food is acceptable, the salad is totally…read moreundecorated with pieces of potatoes. It would be a good place to have lunch, but no specific reason to go there if not by the way

I came to 1884 with very high expectations. A close friend had hyped it up as one of Mendoza's…read moremust-try fine-dining experiences -- unlimited bread, incredible food, Francis Mallmann's legacy, the whole story. And yes, the restaurant is visually beautiful. But once the meal actually began, the entire experience fell apart so completely that I left wondering how this place still has a reputation at all. THE PREPAY REQUIREMENT: A BAD SIGN I SHOULD HAVE LISTENED TO Before I even sat down, I was required to prepay for the entire experience upfront. For a restaurant that positions itself as premium fine dining, this immediately felt off -- like they don't trust their own service or quality enough to let the guest pay afterward like every other serious restaurant in the world. In hindsight, this should have been my warning. SERVICE: INATTENTIVE, CARELESS, AND DISORGANIZED The service throughout the night was shockingly mediocre for a restaurant charging this much. * They removed my bread plate mid-meal without asking, despite supposedly offering unlimited bread. * When I asked for more, they handed me a tiny leftover scrap, as if the kitchen had run out. Completely unacceptable. * Courses were dropped without enthusiasm or explanation. * The pacing was inconsistent, with long gaps at odd times. * The staff felt disengaged, like they were just going through the motions. For a restaurant with this price tag, this level of service is embarrassing. THE FOOD: ONE DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER ANOTHER Shrimp with Humita -- Disappointing and Poorly Executed The highly recommended shrimp with humita arrived as two tiny shrimp sitting on what tasted like plain creamed corn. No depth, no balance, nothing resembling fine dining. I didn't finish it because it was genuinely unpleasant. King Crab Gnocchi -- Good Pasta, Terrible Crab The gnocchi itself was soft and well made. The crab, however, was stringy, off-tasting, and filled with scraps from the shell. It completely ruined what could've been a decent dish. Wagyu Steak -- The Low Point of the Night This was supposed to be the star -- and it was easily the worst part of the meal. The Wagyu looked unappetizing, was overly salty, lacked tenderness, and tasted nothing like Wagyu should. I've had far better steak at casual chain restaurants. The potato side was bland and forgettable. Dessert -- The "Best" Part, But Still Not Good Dessert was fine, but absolutely nothing special. I've had significantly better desserts at everyday cafés across Buenos Aires for a fraction of the price. THE WINE PAIRING: LAZY, UNDERPOURED, AND MISALIGNED The wine pairing felt like an afterthought: * Three white wines in a row, none of which paired particularly well with the dishes. * Half-pours that felt cheap and stingy. * Reds and sparkling that were simply "fine" and added nothing to the experience. Nothing about it enhanced the meal or justified the price. FINAL VERDICT This was supposed to be a highlight of my Mendoza trip. Instead, it was one of the most disappointing and overpriced dining experiences I've had anywhere in the world. * Overhyped food * Weak service * A bizarre prepay requirement * Poor execution * Underwhelming wine pairing * Very little value for the money WOULD I EVER GO BACK? Absolutely not. WOULD I RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE? No -- not to anyone. Not for any occasion. Not at any price. 1884 may be a beautiful restaurant, but everything beyond the visuals fell dramatically short. I left frustrated, disappointed, and genuinely confused as to how this place is considered "fine dining."

I was determined to come here after realizing this was Francis Mallmann's restaurant! I had no idea…read moreI would be able to attend a Chef's table Chef's restaurant, especially in Mendoza. I made reservations right away and they confirmed with me within 24 hours. We had 8pm reservations on a weekday. Cabs are cheap in Mendoza so it was easy to get to. Once finished, the restaurant will call you a cab to get back which was great and convenient. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The entrance is somewhat hidden but once you enter, everything is spectacular. We were lucky to sit outside next to the grill pit. The air smelled of woodfire which I absolutely loved. The service was impeccable and we downed two bottles of wine during our dinner. Appetizers: Octopus - It's a staple at the restaurant. It will always be on the menu and rightfully so. The octopus was grilled perfectly. It had a great char taste on the outside but super soft on the inside. Definitely not overcooked. The rustic potatoes it came with was just as good. It was fried beautifully, so crisp on the outside, piping hot on the inside. Add the lemon and olive paste aioli and it was the perfect start to a great meal. Entrees: Wagyu - AMAZING. The wagyu was like butter, cooked perfect to medium rare. It was on top of this potato chip like plate and that was just as good. So crisp and it absorbed the juices of the wagyu in the middle. Mouth watering. Rib-eye - A bit chewier than the wagyu but just as good. The meats were just grilled perfectly. No other way to say it. Desserts: Burnt Fruits - A must try! Who knew burnt fruits could be so good. The overall flavoring was a bit of cherry which I loved. All the fruits were so juicy and I loved that it was hot from the grill. Different from the usual desserts. Flan - Just as satisfying. The flan was eggy, creamy. Paired with candied nuts added great contrasting texture to the flan. Overall, so good! A wonderful meal in a beautiful restaurant. They also accept credit card and the best part is you can add tip to the credit card bill as well!

Amazing service. Fine quality of beef. Went twice within a week…read more Overall amazing meal & value

Visiting Santiago Chile we found this amazing steak house …read more The steaks are superb . We ordered the Picana and the churrasco. The sides are large enough to share . Sitting outside on the patio was a relaxing experience while enjoying our fantastic meal. The service was-also great.

As far as American BBQ goes, this place is as close to home as a Texan can find in Chile and it's…read morepretty good! The first time I attempted to visit El Camino, my friends and I (two Texans and one Kansan) were turned away despite being early to a mostly empty restaurant because El Camino was hosting a party that was reservation-only. The next time was more successful and the three of us plus another family ate a delicious feast on the back patio, which reminds me of Austin. Then came a global pandemic that started 7 months ago. In that time, restaurants in Santiago, including El Camino, have figured out how to stay in business by bringing the home cooking to us direct. Lucky for us, El Camino lets us order ahead, delivers to our door, and we can make our meals whenever we want. We've ordered a huge pre-smoked brisket that feeds about ten people, smoked turkey, sourdough bread, pimento cheese, chili, sliced brisket, pulled brisket, and bread pudding. All of it has been delish. I was especially glad to find the mac and cheese came with panko breadcrumbs and cheddar to melt on top in the oven--tasted like home! The only downside, which probably helps my waistline and budget, is that these specialties are not available all the time. El Camino changes up its menu pretty frequently, so each month is something different. Looking forward to the day we can return to the restaurant, but in the meantime, we're grateful to have the flavors delivered to our door.

I couldn't even try the food tonight since the hostess decided to take two phone calls before…read moreseating us. After 10 minutes of waiting for her to seat us as she talked on the phone and "checked" whether there was space inside (only one table was occupied). Once she decided to answer the second phone call as we stood in front of her waiting to be seated, we decided to leave because they obviously didn't want our business.