It's expensive - but totally worth it! Which is why this is my second time back, for my birthday meal! The waiters are super polite and helpful - as someone new to eating steak I needed help working out what I would like, and I was given a full, in-depth run down of cuts, cooking techniques, flavours, etc.! The food itself is extremely good, which is why I was a little gutted that I didn't have room for dessert this time around - the panna cotta was so delicious last time! The decor is very elegant, but feels a little let down by the copious amounts of cow hide all over the seats and walls - and this is coming from someone whose in-laws have a dairy farm! Overall, food and service is amazing! read more

Situated just off deansgate on a side road of kendals is an argentinian steak restuarant. The interior is about as stylish as it gets. The seats are covered in real cowhide. There's a concave grill derived from the original argentinian cowboy(gauncho)tradition of cooking fresh meat over charcoal grills. You can rest assured that you date will be impressed. Another strong poing is the live music. There's an argentinian band that plays making the atmosphere more romantic. If you're trying to make an impression on the first date, this is probably one of the places to go. Highly recommended. read more

Its a beautiful building with an impressive open dining area, the space is great for people watching and trust me there are plently of wanabee wags and footballers giving it large. The food and service is always professionally done but you definetly pay for it. Definetly keep this place in mind if you are out to impress on a date! read more

Excellent steak. I have been there a few times and I've tried the rump, fillet, sirloin and rib-eye. Somewhat surprisingly, I thought the rump was better than the sirloin. The fillet was great as expected. read more

Simply one of the best purveyors of steak you will ever come across. Prime Argentinian beef cooked to absolute perfection and tasty as hell. So perfect they even refuse to give you steak knives* I would highly recommend ordering two different cuts at the same time (my favourites being rump and sirloin) as you then have the option to get chips AND a salad, as well as two sauces :-) Although a bit pricey, the Gaucho Grill is worth every penny and is ideal for a special occasion where you want to stuff yourself full of top notch meat Well, not so much 'refuse', but kindly inform you that a steak knife is just not necessary. read more

Great steaks. Nice staff. Very noisy music. All techno crap. One course all I could cope with on account of the music! But what gorgeous steaks! read more

Deservedly the number one ranked Manchester restaurant on Qype - the food here is absolutely top drawer. A couple of birthdays ago, my wife and I racked a bill that was way north of £100 (starter, main, wine) but (even if I'd been paying!) I can honestly say it was worth every penny. Outstanding starter of three types of ceviche, which is Peruvian/ Chilean/ Ecuadorian (they can't agree) in origin but all the rage in Buenos Aires. And a mouth-wateringly good marinated steak for my main, accompanied by a bottle of delicious malbec. The best meal I've had in the UK and one of my top two ever. read more

Great restaurant. Cool building, interesting decor, and great food. I've been a few times and has been excellent every time. If you like steaks, you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere that can better this place. A bit pricey, but worth it. read more

Have not tasted better food but of course this comes at a price.

I came, I saw, I returned, and I tried The Steak. Yep, the first steak of my life ever was eaten at Gaucho, and what a place to do it. I surprised Chris M for his birthday meal by secretly leading him to Gaucho - he's a steak fan and a half, and if the way to his heart was through his stomach, this was the place to bring him. I knew he'd love it all... the chairs made of cow, the board of cuts they bring over and talk you through (I left this to be a surprise too and he adored it) and the fact that the meat is so darn good. Quality is of the essence here, and sheesh, do the Argentinians know how to serve up bovine intervention. (Note: vegans would hate this place. Just sayin'.) I'd ordered cocktails for the table as a treat too, and it was certainly a good idea for us to skip starters, especially as I knew about the free bread thing from the first time round. It's very easy to get overfull at Gaucho, and I was wearing an unforgiving dress. So we sipped away at our drinks, his a sweet fruity concoction with zubrowka and strawberries, mine whisky, blackberries and pears... great aperitifs. So when it came to the meat board and we told our waitress that I'd just started eating meat after 12 years of only fish, she asked if I was interested in trying steak and when I replied in the positive, she gave recommendations and advice. I was best to start with something really lean and delicate, like a fillet steak, done medium, which is what I went with. Chris found the board of cuts and the information that went with it really interesting as we were told that fatty cuts shouldn't really be cooked rare, and his default steak option was often rare rib-eye, which made him think. So he opted for rump, medium-rare, and while mine was a manageable 225g his was a whopping great 400g. Yikes! Once we'd ordered we got the delicious bread, with pots of flaky sea-salt, ground pepper, oil with herbs and tiny vegetable pieces and real butter - the wholemeal was hearty and soft, and those fresh-baked cheese rolls, oh, they are just wonderful. I can't believe they let you have them for free. I'd pay over the odds for just a bite of them. How many ways can I say nom? The steaks arrived with fries as standard, amazing fries too, and we ordered sides of tenderstem broccoli and garlic and lemon spinach. My introduction to steak was perfect. Just the right amount of rare and crisp, it was heavenly. The veg was well-seasoned and tender and I tried Chris's steak too, it was spectacular. The only reason for the drop in star? My dearest and I had to endure a half-hour bill payment (first waiting for it, then being given it, then waiting to pay), and at that point on such a frosty night all we wanted to do was get home and curl up under blankets. Gaucho took up more of our evening than it should have done, *grump*! read more

Last time I was here, it cost a fiver short of £200 for the 2 of us, it may seem expensive, but by god the food & the service were amazing, the choice of cuts on the board, tips & advice on how to have specific cuts cooked, the staff really know there stuff, the decor & surroundings are fantastic. And will be there again shortly, the bottled water was a bit steep but I'll avoid it next time. read more

I have been here twice now, and as an amateur to steak I can safely say Gaucho makes you feel like a Pro. The decor of the place is fantastic and sets the scene for a great meal. The steaks are presented to you and an explanation of what steak will taste like to match your individual desires. The food is fantastic and if anyone is looking for somewhere to take someone for a special occasion then this would definitely be the place to go read more

Been here several times - may not be the cheapest place to eat but the food & service are always splendid. My brother comes up from Birmingham specifically so we can go here. A well deserved treat! read more

We went here on our first night in manchester. Great steaks. Like really good. It loses the one star to the price and the wait staff is not the best. read more

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, extensive wine list and dam good cow... As soon as you step foot in the restuarant all u can smell is chargrilling steaks.... Vegetarians beware, between the smells, meat boards and cow hide all over the walls and furniture, theres no escaping the meat fest going on here!! I Loved how they take out a board full of meat and explain the different cuts! I went for a ribeye- perfectly cooked and great flavour! Also had a seabass ceviche in coconut and lemongrass to start which was delicious!! Un beknown to us we also got served a free bread board with dipping oils and chimichurri sauce!! Yum!! To finish it off we had a pear and rosemary tart to share which was a perect end to the meal!! Grill on the alley steak still beats this one for me, but for the overall experience Gaucho is the winner! read more

The steaks are very nice, but at the price they should be. There are other places around where the steaks are just as nice (Dare i say better?) and are not as expensive. The venue is lovely and being presented the steaks on a board to choose is a great touch, but i don't think the waiter made eye contact with us once; he was scanning to see what was happening elsewhere. read more

Was here last week with a customer - his choice , he is the type that puts being seen in a restaurant before quality or value. It probably wouldnt have been my choice , I have been to the one in Canary Wharf before and dont usually choose chain places anyhow, But here we are , service was fine , nice greeting and shown to the lounge for a drink first. He chose a bottle of late bottle wine - I thought I can see how this night is going. Even on expenses I hate paying out £40 quid for wine - I have a bit of an old fashioned rule that I never spend on exs what I wouldnt consider to be good value if I was paying myself. Now if you are on a special night out and have blagged a great table at an exclusive place and you want your missus to remember just why it was she took a chance on you all those years ago then fine , you pay that bit extra. If its a slow week night and you wish you were somewhere else then £40 quid , do me a favour. Onto the food - I do love a great steak and have been lucky enough to eat at some first class steakhouses over the years. This place came up OK - not spectacular but OK. And thats the reason for the average 3 star review. If steaks are your star turn then they should be great, rush back, did you hear about, cant believe it steaks. They are not - they are OK. Cooked well ( medium ) eye of the fillet - I think its called Lomo, it cost nearly £30.00 and then another £10.00 for salad and chips. £200 for two of us - essentially a couple of steak and chips and a few drinks. I wouldnt rush back , and Im sure there are better steak houses in Manchester and next time its my choice I will use yelp to find one. read more

Went for Argentine independence day with a few friends. The board they brought out to show the steaks was amazing enough , when the actual steaks did come, they were worth every penny. This place is heavy on the wallet but its worth it. The staff are warm, engaging and helpful . The wine and dessert menu is excellent as well. Definite repeat. read more

i've been to Gaucho Grill locations in Manchester and London (the City location), and the food is generally excellent. Steaks are cooked to perfection (especially the butterflied versions-- would definitely recommend, even though a little pricier) and the shared sides are also very tasty. The ambiance is a bit over the top for my taste-- more so because of the "beautiful people" trying too hard, but it's definitely worth it for a special occasion. read more

Good atmosphere, good service although a little formal. Food is amazing but very pricey. If you're looking for somewhere and don't mind splashing out then this is a great place to try. If you want to eat on budget then don't bother, price ranges from reasonable to well over priced. The food quality is definitely exceptional however. read more

Service is excellent but the food is way below par. My £50 filet was not only chewy and tough, but there was only part of a seer on one side, and none on the other. These are frozen steaks from Argentina. Not worth it. Empanadas are just ok. read more

Outstanding meal last night at Gauchos. Steaks were delicious, service excellent. Memorable evening.

Wonderful steaks! Great food in general. Lively atmosphere in a really ace building! It's a bit like the tardis. I'd highly recommend it!

Recently voted Best Manchester Restaurant in the Manchester Food & Drink Awards, this classy restaurant never disappoints. Located in a converted church hall round the side of Kendals ( near Parsonage Gardens), the spectacular interior is a real surprise the first time you visit. The staff are extremely well-trained, and will give you an informative rundown on the different steaks available. Ah...the steak. This is what people come here for, of course, and it is worth it - the Argentinian melt-in-your-mouth fillet is hard to beat. However the other dishes on the menu don't let the side down - the ceviches are an ideal light starter before your steak, and there is a good variety on the extensive menu. Add to this the two long wine menus (one for rare or vintage wines) and you have a near-perfect restaurant. It may be part of a chain (the rest are in London) but The Gaucho Grill in Manchester manages to feel like a one-off gem. read more

Took my boyfriend here for his birthday treat last year. He loved it. It was fairly empty because it was just after Christmas but I imagine that on a busy night the atmosphere would be brilliant. The steak is amazing here and the service is great. It's very expensive but worth it if you appreciate a fine slab of meat! The staff are happy to advise you on the menu and even demonstrate what the different cuts of meat are at your table and tell you what the best way to have it cooked are - rare, medium, well done etc. I had a ceviche for a starter which was lovely, my boyfriend had chorizo sausages and was in raptures. Two courses, a couple of beers, a bottle of Malbec and coffee cost us about £100. read more

My husband LOVES it. The decor, the food, the lights. For me? It's a bit loud but definately good fun out for a group setting.

I love this restaurant, the food is great as are the staff the decor is really different and the atmosphere is amazing!

Wow! what amazing food and superb hospitality. The girls absolutely love it here. It's now a favourite haunt for our girls who love to wine and dine in styel read more

Best steak place around. Argentinian beef is the best in the world. Great choice of sauces and eductcated bar staff can make superb cocktails. Not much for vegitarians read more

If you're a big fan of steaks and latin American cuisine then this is definitely a place you need to visit. It is currently the only Gaucho outside of London. The restaurant itself has two very large mezzanine areas and both complete with cow-hide covered seats at each table. The kitchen runs the full length of the restaurant which is open so you can nott only pick which steak you want and how it is cooked but also see it being cooked in front of you. Although the restaurant classes itself highly on it's Argentinian steaks which is served with either chips or baked potato, along with your choice of sauce it does also have a quality vegetarian option. The wine list has an enviable choice, not surprisingly a number of classic argentinian varieties that will not cause a big dent to the bank balance. There are also several fine and rare brands, for those who want to push the boat out. The restaurant comes into it's own on a Saturday night with a resident DJ playing. Child friendly and also wheel-chair friendly, and for those on a business lunch or meeting wi-fi connectivity. read more

We ate here last week for a friend's birthday. The food was lovely. I had a salmon starter and it was lovely. A nice spicy dressing that complemented the fish perfectly. Main course had to be steak. I went for a rib eye, medium rare with pepper sauce on the side. The steak did not need the sauce so I used it for the chips instead. There was a largish piece of fat on the edge of the steak that I would have preferred them to remove before cooking but apart from that it was perfect. The service was exemplary. Our waiter was very knowledgable, eager to please, without being intrusive. The wine he recommended for us was nice too. Decor-wise it's a nice place. Maybe a little too much cow-hide but it's fun. I would like to see the lighting raised a little in the bar though. It was that gloomy we struggled to read the drinks menu. That was just irritating. The whole restaurant is on the darker side, not something which I'm fond of really. All in all, 4/5. I'd go again but it's not one of my favourites. read more

Delicious! Went here for lunch with the fam to celebrate brother's 21st. The decor is very 'sophisticated', with cow-hide everywhere! Which depending on who you are, you may find slightly off putting given the nature of the restaurant as it doesn't let you try and forget the beef wasn't once a cow. But that doesn't matter once you start eating! The staff are amazingly friendly and full of good advice when trying to choose a dish. I'm not actually the biggest fan of beef so I had grilled swordfish which was delicious! The rest of the party had different beef dishes and all agreed it was the best beef they'd ever eaten. The bread they give you at the start is soooo good, specially the cheesy one! And my apple pancake dessert was lovely. It is expensive but definitely worth it, perfect for a celebration with friends and family! Superb for beef but also a nice selection of other dishes. Super! read more

Gaucho Grill - Argentine Near Me - Manchester, XGM

The restaurant itself is impressive, a huge room (old cinema maybe?) with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and everything covered in cow hide. We were sat down in the main area and shown the menus, and prior to ordering the waiter brought out a tray of raw steaks to explain what each was - I thought this was a bit unnecessary as I knew what I wanted anyway, but some people find this a nice touch. The steaks themselves were very good, although the rest of the food, starters, sides etc., was fairly average and I don't think that there's any particular genius going on in the kitchen. Quite an expensive meal really and we left feeling a little bit disappointed after the initial impression. read more

EDIT: I was contacted by a Peter from the Grill and he explained the situation. Appreciate the reaching out to clarify the confusion. ORIGINAL: Their hours say they are open to Midnight. I called and talked to Peter at 1130 and he said they are closed and had no explanation as to their hours. read more

Excellent Booked and went with 2 other couples (6 of us in total)The food, service and drinks are first class, amazing food that was presented very well, will be returning xx read more

The first thing that strikes you is the black-and-white interior, which works rather well to create an interesting atmosphere. The service is quite attentive, unfortunately with a job to hype the beef a bit more than I find necessary. There are several interesting-looking starters, we picked a selection of ceviche, a choice we were happy with. As an occasional contrarian at a highly carnivorous restaurant, I picked a fish dish (it's been a little while, but I believe it was monkfish), which was really good. The wine list is extremely focused on Argentina, and why not, the restaurant features some really nice wines from a few makers, and we were very pleased with what we got. It is a bit nerdy to specify the altitude of the vineyards for each wine, but why not, it certainly appeals to data-hungry people like me. In all, this place is worth a visit when you are looking for protein and South American wines, and you should be now and then! read more

The quality of the steak at this upmarket steak house is delightful. I have visited this place a number of times and have only had an average meal once (my steak was suppost to be cooked medium but was more like well done- only reason why it didnt get 5 stars from me). But I am reassured that the quality of the meat is excellent and you can certainly tell by the taste. A stylish, modern interior, excellent service and fresh quality food.. if you want a steak in Manchester then this is your place. read more

Unique decor, great steaks. Happening scene. Looks like a dance club. Apparently a former church. Highly recommend the Argentinian style dishes. Back room behind the former sanctuary is good for private dinner parties. Good mojitos. read more

just get a steak and you wont be dissapointed! the steaks here are by far the best in manchester

Finally booked a table for a birthday dinner. What can I say, absolutely the best steak I have eaten and cooked to perfection. Friendly staff and nice but quirky decor. Will definitely visit again. read more