Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe

🤩 From the moment you step into their charming space (loved the patio! ☀️. The cheese jam and spinach empanadas were flaky and flavorful, a perfect start to the meal 🥟 For the main course, the mixed grill was an absolute feast! 🥩🍖 The meats were cooked to well and so delicious specially the ribs The salads were fresh and vibrant 🥗 and they had a great selection of drinks 🍷🍹. The interior has a lovely, inviting atmosphere (image and the outdoor seating area is fantastic The service was also top-notch - friendly and attentive. Overall, a fantastic dining experience! Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I went here for the first time, and I have to say, when the weather is right that patio is fantastic. I would probably go back just for the outdoor seating. That said, we were underwhelmed with the food. We ordered 3 empanadas which were good but lacked flavor. We also ordered the ribeye with fries and a mixta salad, the sides were really good but the steak was way overcooked. We ordered med rare and it was well done throughout most of the steak with no pink at all. Also, it was supposed to be a 14 oz steak, I really don’t think it was, the steak was very thin. Overall, I would give the food 3/5 stars.

Checked out the reviews, and popped in. Visiting, and wanted something quick. Empanadas are a sure starter dish, great flavor and taste. The corn empanada tasted much better then I assumed great! Drinks on point, and the chicken with veggies very flavorful. You must add the sauce with everything lol

I had a fantastic experience at Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe. The staff was amazing, especially KP, who made me feel welcomed and kept the atmosphere light and fun. Sitting at the bar, you could tell the whole team enjoyed working together, which made the experience even better. For food, I started with three empanadas: pulled flank, ham and cheese, and caprese. Each one was delicious, light, and packed with flavor, but the pulled flank with caramelized onions was the clear standout for me. After seeing a plate of cheesy bruschetta go by, I couldn’t resist ordering it, and I’m glad I did. It was perfectly cheesy, fresh, and satisfying. To finish off, I had the salmon, served with chimichurri sauce, which was an excellent way to round out the meal. The salmon was cooked beautifully, and the sauce paired with it perfectly. From the warm staff to the authentic flavors, Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe is a must-visit in Little Rock. I’ll definitely be back!

Best Argentine restaurant I’ve been to in the US! I highly recommend the empañadas and skirt steak served with delicious chimichurri sauce and fries. The service was top notch (thank you Paulina!) and the atmosphere was relaxed. Really good prices for the portion size and quality. I will definitely be eating here again next time I’m in Little Rock!

This was my second time eating here, and it did not disappoint. I just wish it stayed open a bit later—personally, I think 9 p.m. is too early to close on a Saturday night. Waitress was super friendly and loved the recommendations!

The food and service is good. Good atmosphere and a good selection of items on the menu. Will go again.

We got the Buenos Aries from the mixed grill, this was some of the best flank and skirt steak we ever had the shrimp, chicken and sausage was seasoned great and the pesto that came with it was perfect. We got Cuatro lechas cake and chocolate gelato for dessert. Amazing! Is all I can say. Definitely will be coming back to this restaurant.

This place is amazing! Right off the bat, when I walked in it had a great vibe, very homey & comforting. The employees who were off the clock were extremely helpful. They made recommendations & treated me like a regular. Then the food! The food is incredible! As a NY foodie this is a big deal for me to say. All of the fare was genuine Argentinian food. Nothing I ate was Americanized which was such a wonderful surprise. I decided on the a la carte menu which had some really good options. I had the sweetbreads which were seasoned so well that I ordered a second order to take home. I also tried their morcilla which was delicate & delicious. As sides I went with the fries & grilled asparagus, both seasoned well & delicious. I had a glass of sangria that didn't disappoint either. I loved the fact that every employee was nice & helpful even if I wasn't seated in their area. I guess my only issue is that they didn't have Chaja on their menu, but everything else was fantastic, so I'll survive. This restaurant will be on my regular rotation from now on. If I could give this place more stars I would. BRAVO!

Last night in Little Rock and again was looking for something different. I was staying downtown. One of the restaurants that jumped out was Buenos Aires especially because they had empanada. Cmon I am a foodie After all. It's the simple things in life. It was a little difficult to find but this hidden gem did not disappoint. I started off with the empanadas and then had the flank steak with chimichurri sauce, mashed potatoes and grilled vegetable. Are you kidding me. Everything was amazing. Probably the best meal that I had in a while. Good portions and great flavors with everything that I ordered. Service was good. It was on par and I was happy with it. Overall I really enjoyed this restaurant and I would recommend and return when I am back in the area.

Love the faily restaurant feel! Came here with a group and had to go family style. Our waitress tried to upsell us a lot and we didn't give in and trusted our gut and we had more than enough food for the 5 of us. Although the corn bread was award winning, we didn't feel the same. I'd stay away from the blood sausage, it had a very interesting taste to it. The vegetable platter was immaculate and tasted 10/10

Food is always so good here! All the meats are full of flavor and well cooked. I love the atmosphere also. It's like a hidden underground gem. Service is always great too.

We got there a little after 12:20 on a Thursday and they were not busy at all. We ordered the Buenos Aires mixed grill medium and three empanadas, pulled pork, chicken and beef. The grill came with the two sides and we got the salad and fries. The salad was delicious and crisp. I love a vinegar forward dressing and it was perfect. The fries were hot and fresh. A really good homemade fry. The beef on the grill was pretty tough and we had it cooked medium. The flavor was good. The shrimp and the chicken were fantastic, the chimichurri sauce that comes with it is sour and delicious. Aye was our server. She was great. The restaurant was simply decorated and clean. $55 for mixed grill and $10 for three empanadas.

Great place. Unique ambiance. The service was awesome. The food was expected, but that was probably due to what I ordered. A braut is a braut. Definitely will go back and try something more exotic.

Im really disappointed with our experience here. We ordered chicken milanesa, and steak milanesa. The chicken was very chewy almost jerky, as if it was left overs from the night before refried. The steak was also very tough. They said they could not serve french fries because they were cleaning the fryers, but then went ahead and served another table fries. The mash potatoes side was not warm. But most disappointing was the service, the waiters seemed disinterested and when my wife had a question about the menu they were condescending in their answers. We really wanted to like this restaurant as Argentinian restaurants are not common. But the food was just not great, and we had the impression it was reheated left overs. We also came right when they opened and not a during dinner rush so there is really no reason to be so rude and disinterested with paying customers.

We ordered the mixed grill which was good but enough for 3-4 people. The empanadas were worth going back for. The service was a little spotty but everyone was nice.

Service was 5/5 Food 10/5 Ambiance 5/5 The food is served family style. Very generous portions. I can't begin to describe how good this food is. This was our first time but we will be regulars now. If you go, tell Alexis and Grant I said hello. -AE

Food was superb. The empanadas were not only delicious but also presented nicely and looked great. The salad with Salmon was large and nicely dressed. The Salmon was perfectly prepared. Nice outdoor courtyard. We were there on a windy day which presented challenges because the courtyard catches the gusts, but indoor seating is available. Nikki took very good care of us. Great stop.

Empanadas were good, although didn't care for the sweet corn one as much. The bruschetta was nothing special - just ok. The shrimp and scallop with lemon risotto was well-cooked but kind of bland. Could've used a little more seasoning and maybe a little heat - just a few chili flakes would've really helped. Service was great. The dining area indoors was really loud and made it hard to enjoy a relaxing dinner.

Greta was a fabulous server! We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious empanadas (beef, ham and cheese, shredded beef, and corn). The quatro leche cake was wonderful!!! The ambiance was excellent. Outdoor option that was delightful in the nice warm weather. Looking forward to a return visit. Thank you for delighting Kandi and me with wonderful dining experience, Greta!!!

Amazing! Food, service, and atmosphere! If I am ever back on a trip it is a top choice!

Stopping over in town we haven't had Argentinian food in a while. Food was good, service was great. Drink were amazing.

INCREDIBLE!!!! If you like Argentinian food- THIS IS THE PLACE! A hidden gem! My husband and I came here for lunch on Tuesday. We were greeted and waited on by Paulina! Firstly, the customer service was absolutely wonderful. She had insightful suggestions for items on the menu, which we ended up ordering a variety of options. My husband ordered the empanadas, with a side of grilled veggies ( spinach, beef and chicken) the crust on these was so flaky and light. The flavor of the contents inside was so delicious. I ordered the flank sandwich, the meat cooked perfectly, and the flavor was impeccable. I had a side of French fries, which these weren't just any fries, these were also cooked perfectly and had a flavor of their own. We're eager to come back again and try some of their dinner menu options and home made desserts. We were told there is a bar and night club upstairs that offers dance lessons which I hope to take advantage of sometime soon. I fairly certain that anything you order off their menu is absolutely wonderful. Since Tuesday we have told our friends, and even a few individuals working on our kitchen remodel about this place. Thank you for making a wonderful experience, for making us feel welcome. Flo- you have an amazing team, you can tell a lot about an establishment by the way the individuals treat their customers. Thank you both for a last positive impression. Cheers to many more years of success. We love you! -Jason and Ashley Anderson

At the end of a street in downtown Little Rock down a couple flights of steps is a true Argentinean restaurant on a par with the ones I've visited in Houston. The cheesy bruchetta was a delicious appetizer. The empanadas came in a variety of flavors: beef, chicken, flank, ham and cheese, spinach, cheese and onion. We tried them all, and they were all good. Our server Katie was terrific. The prices were very reasonable.

Flank steak over cooked. Remade and then undercooked. It was also cut with the grain, not against. Tough, and inedible. Fries too salty. Salad had too much dressing. My intelligence was questioned if I knew what I had ordered. I'm from Nashville and worked at a prime steakhouse...I know what I ordered. Chimichurri was decent. No offer of discount despite my complaints and I wasn't going to have it made for a third time. Good thing I'm driving through to Arizona...won't ever be back. Not sure how they have positive reviews.

GUYS!! this place has it all: incredible service, amazing food, and tasty drinks!! i only remembered to take pics of my food halfway though my meal, because i was so excited to dig in!! if you are on the fence at all, GO HERE!!! I ordered the fettuccine & my partner got the flank steak- both were amazing!!!!

The food and service was incredible. Will definitely be back! It's a cute little restaurant. Didn't expect it to be so nice from the outside.

I'm giving The Buenas Aires 2 stars to average out a nice dinner my husband and I had there months before, a disappointing meal about 3 weeks ago and the 3 weeks of the restaurant didn't contact me about this disappointment in spite of 2 emails and 1 phone call to them. For the disappointing meal, both entrees were bad. We read the menu carefully. The Milanesa Suiza was to be topped with a white sauce with cheese and roasted red peppers. We imagined a creamy delicious sauce with cheese infused with roasted red pepper. Instead, dry breaded chicken was covered with thick slices of plain melted cheese with two very small strips of roasted red pepper as garnish. The beef Milanesa was impossibly dry and the meat was between a sixteenth and eighth of an inch thick. Imagine a piece of breaded cardboard. I took a photo of this last dish and hope I am able to attach it. The bottle of wine and the mixed grilled veggies were good. The salad and masked potatoes were ok, but the potatoes were served room temperature.Our waitress (who seemed to not be having her best evening) did check back with us to see if everything was ok. We should have spoken up: that was our fault. Instead, we were both in date night mode trying to enjoy the evening. Only later did we start comparing notes and I decided to contact the restaurant the next day. If you want to try it, I'd suggest you stick to something from the grill only.

A really fun place to go have dinner. Food was good, empanadas really tasty. Great service, lively environment. Once you have a full belly head upstairs to the club and take a bachata class.

This was amazing great food good service and the ambiance outside was amazing. Nice surprise for our one day stay in little rock.

this place is more like a 3.5 out of 5 stars. Not bad at all! It was dinner time, and the first place we went to had an +1.5 hour wait, and so we decided to come here instead. we found street parking next to this restaurant and when we walked up, it was pretty weird since we didn't see much going on the first floor. We saw that the basement/bottom floor had lights and decided to walk down the steps and saw people sitting inside. We didn't make reservations, but was able to get seated quickly. We ended up getting the mixed grill: bueno aires which is more than enough food for two people, and it ended up costing us 52 bucks. It came with flank steak, skirt steak, bratwurst, chicken and shrimp. it also came with a nice house salad and some fries. We also asked for extra chimichurri sauce which was an extra cost. The best item was the flank steak pared with the chimichurri sauce. i also enjoyed the salad which was flavored with some sort of vinegar sauce, which helped counterbalanced the heavy meat dish.

Pleasant walk from the Hampton. Food was as good as meals I've eaten in South America. The salad was exceptionally fresh and had a VERY tasty tangy vinaigrette type light dressing. My only comments are there was no salt and pepper on the table, the Chimmichuri didn't have enough garlic and looked not to be freshly made with bright green parsley, and the Flan was more like cheesecake and the burnt sugar sauce that tops flan was very light almost like a cheap maple syrup. But my steak was done perfect and the fries are hand cut and very good!! And I also ordered a beef empanada and a Argentinian Chorizo and my whole bill was only $59. If I'm ever in Little Rock again I will definitely go eat there again!

Okaaaaay pop off, Little Rock! We were on a cross-country roadtrip and stopped in the area to visit friends for the night - they picked this restaurant (they're local foodies and highly recommended it) and the food did not disappoint. We ordered a few empanadas to try which were super tasty. What really blew me away though was the Mixed Grill. We ordered the Buenos Aires which lets you try a multitude of grilled meats and every single bite was delicious. We were stuffed. I would not be mad if this was in my local neighborhood. For those who are in the area or are just stopping in like us, I definitely recommend giving Beunos Aires Grill a try.

Yum! Yelp says I have to write more than that, so here goes. Traveling for business. Wanted something local. Found this. Had the flank steak with grilled veggies and fresh fruit. The steak and veggies were cooked to perfection. And OMG the chimichurri sauce on the side was awesome! The service was fantastic!! Friendly and quick. Will definitely come back on my next travels through.

Ate here with family on 1st night in LR. All I can ask is Chimichurra? How about ChimiMORA! Best chimichurra sauce ever. They do charge for extra portions of it but it's worth every cent. Mixed grill was very nice, but 1 cut of beef on it was a bit chewy. Salad was nicely dressed, fries were amazing. We didn't go too deep into the drink menu but the jalapeño margarita was refreshing. Quatro Leches cake was excellent. Definitely would return!

Great food and friendly, attentive, quick service. Greta was THE BEST! We sat outside in the courtyard which was fantastic! Anytime these weary travelers find empanadas, it's WONDERFUL day! THEN the Quatro Leche cake happened. It. Was. Legit!!!!! Definitely will return next time in LR.

Loved everything. The food, the service, the ambiance. It was all great. It was a little confusing getting to the place because we've never been before. We had to walk down stairs to get to the restaurant. I'm unsure if there is a handicap entrance so call ahead.

The ribeye was the best steak I have ever had ! Truly amazing , and what a ribeye should be, 2 inch cut , tender , tasty and succulent. And, when you have some of the awesome chimichura sauce on the side , you'll be in Heaven! Thank you Buenos Aires !!!

Attempted to eat here. Stopped by the hostess stand and stood there for about 7-10 minutes and never got greeted. I was looking forward to it but everybody just kept passing by.

We love the food almost as much as we love the staff!! So many wonderful dishes but i love to start with caprese salad. Then i have chicken on a mixsta salad and that IS a meal. Portions are huge and everything is delicious! One of our favorite spots in town.

Great food, prices, and service. Sweet corn empanadas are excellent. The decor and hard seating has a lot to be desired, but we will still go back again to try other dishes!

Very nice experience here! The inside is underwhelming but we sat outside where it is super cute! Lights strung above. Though there was no live music when we went they had a stage for it. Prices are very reasonable. I had three empanadas and they have lots of diff fillings you can mix and match. Had a pineapple mojito and it was a perfect balance, very fresh and not too sweet. We had a melted herbed cheese appetizer with crostinis. Very good! Perfect for a date night.

Great food and atmosphere. Our waiter was amazing and attentive. The empanadas were fresh and delicious, we got a flank steak and a spinach. We shared the mixed grill and was good amount of food for 2 people. Great dinner spot!

This was my best meal so far in Little Rock. The chicken sandwich was lite and refreshing and the fries here are perfect! I also had the tres leches and that was delicious. Service here is fast and they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Lastly the drink menu has something for everyone but I chose the water as a low carb solution. Overall I would give this establishment considering the food, service, location and ambiance an A+! I would 100% bust here every time I'm back in downtown Little Rock.

One of the top restaurants in Little Rock. The empanadas and mixed grill is to die for. They have a nice selection of drinks at the bar. The only negative I can think of is the parking downtown. That is definitely not their fault. The employees are great !

Located in the River Market downtown, Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe is an authentic Argentinian restaurant. You'll find seven different kinds of empanadas, steak with chimichurri and a wide variety of drinks on the menu. I ordered the pulled flank sandwich, which came with a side of fries. The steak was chopped very finely and had that delicious chimichurri sauce on top. Fries were definitely made in house from fresh ingredients and had a great homestyle taste to them. We also got an order of empanadas as a starter and they were flakey and full of flavor as well. This was my favorite meal we ate all weekend and happened to stumble upon it because we heard a group of people talking about going there while we were walking down the street and we followed them to good food!

Let me preface this review by saying only 3 stars because I found a hair in my food. Yikes. I understand it happens but still a turn off for me. On the plus side- super cute patio with a lot of space. While this is nestled in the River Market entertainment district, the patio is downstairs (aka not on the Main Street). The inside looked pretty spacious as well. Small bar though (if that's your preference). Greeted instantly with smiles after walking in and sat right away. Service was awesome. Ashlynn is a true gem- very attentive and made sure we had a good time. I appreciated her concern when finding the hair. Get the sangriaVery refreshing for a hot day and better than your average restaurant sangria. While we didn't eat entrees we got the sweet corn empanada (where the hair was found). From the few bites I took, it was tasty. This place filled up on a Friday night so get there early if you want a patio spot. I would give them another try based on their staff.

Great food and great atmosphere. Fantastic service and a great wine list. This is my favorite place to dine when I'm in Little Rock.

I enjoyed my experience here. Our server was really amazing. My family and I are originally from Little Rock but we were coming in town to visit from Atlanta. I probably would not come back. I would only come back because the service is good and the location is downtown however, the food was just OK. It lacked seasoning. The empanadas and the salads were the best part of the meal. And it has a really cute indoor decoration and outdoor decoration. The ambience of the place was very inviting.

Great food, would eat here again, I found one of my new favorites and would completely recommend this place over and over again.

Casual South American style grilled meat and beer garden place located conveniently near the River Market area. Came here during a weekday noon, only 2-3 tables were dining for lunch. and one person was taking care of both the bar and the dining room. With more people came in I imagine more staff members would emerge. Drinks: Flyway honeybird blond ale, standard beer with a bit of toasted honey flavor. Great for summer time. Food: Had the skirt steak and chorizo (Argentinian style sausage). Not a combo, just a combination of two a la carte meat. Skirt steak ordered medium, came a bit more like medium well. The meat was still quite tender and juicy, probably tenderized and marinated beforehand. Seasoning was spot on, enough salty and spicy taste, with a hint of sweetness, beefy flavor still preserved. Chorizo tasted standard, could use a bit more beer flavor. The chumicchurri sauce was a bit too salty and not ehough garlic flavor for my taste. Also ordered the grilled veggie, a pleasant surprise. Zucchini and bell pepper are not easy to get done right, most places I've been to either did them too bland or overcooked to mush. The veggies today still packed some bite, was nicely seasoned, and went well with the meat. Dessert: chocolate gelato, actually tasted more like regular ice cream. Rich chocolate flavor though. Overall: 4-4.5 stars. A no brainer if you want to grab a quick and nice bite of meat before/after your River Market tour.

Amazing service, great atmosphere, great location in the heart of everything, and GREAT food! Try the empanadas!

Ah such a cute little restaurant, my whole family left very happy. The service was so sweet and attentive , our waitress even got a water bowl for our dog. We ate outside because the weather was so nice and the heat lamps were adjusted accordingly for us. The Empanadas were well prepared. Each one was flavorful and crispy. In particular the spinach empanada stood out to me. The Vegetarian meal off the grill was very large. The plate of vegetables was beautifully prepared and delicious. The eggplant was soft and the asparagus was soft. The zucchini was delicious and the tomato stunning. The dipping sauce was also amazing. Also came with a side salad and fries - the salad was a bit too salty in my opinion and the fries soft and bland.

The steak was very tasty. I really believe it's worth the price, very tender and perfectly cooked. The service was what you expect, military discount, etc. we had a lot of folks in our party so things came out a little haphazardly but still worth it. The ambiance is really nice, tables are spread apart for a private experience in a large restaurant.

I finally made it to Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe at lunch on Saturday. The outdoor lights caught my attention one night driving by and I had to try. It did not disappoint. Inside was fairly cozy. It wasn't very busy at lunch, which meant to had great service at the bar. My husband and I both ordered an array of empanadas and they were so fantastic. They did take a little while to come out, but thats the nature of the food we ordered. The rest of the menu looked very good and I can't wait to come back and try. I also ordered a cocktail they had on the menu (a blackberry margarita) and it was also delicious!

we show up at 5pm and are told that only outside dining is available, clearly seeing over half the indoor tables are open, mind you its nearly 100 degrees outside, the host told us they were "completely booked". I strong believe they just wanted people outside to give illusion to passersby of a busier restaurant. We ended up with eating in the hot humid patio with no fans and many flies annoying. The indoor tables remained emptied throughout our meal. Would not recommend and felt like they lied.

Medium sized restaurant downstairs (sign on sidewalk doesn't specify) with small bar near entrance. Arrived around 7pm on a Friday and about half full. Service was quick and friendly and food was good over all. I would have liked to have tried the larger meat platters but was alone so stuck with smaller portions. Overall a nice meal. Would come back with friends to try more offerings.