Gaucho Grill Buena Park

My cousin who frequently comes here recommended us to try this new restaurant for us as we are from the east cost the service Anni our waitress was great and kind and helpful. The food was excellent and the drinks were made well especially the tequila well done . Kudos to kitchen staff and chef 🙏🙌

Awesome first (& won't be last!) experience at Gaucho Grill! Wife & I felt like some Argentine meats & since we've only passed by Gaucho Grill but never been, decided why not tonight? I'm a craft beer guy and knowing Gaucho has beers specifically brewed, was certainly a plus. ;) We didn't make reservations, but the wait felt it was under 10 mins which was all good.. Nice checking out the kick back atmosphere anyway (marketplace, the wood fire, TV monitors). Annie was our waitress and was friendly, courteous & on top of everything. For drinks, I was really eyeing their Gaucho West Coast IPA but they were out so I went with the Hazy IPA & my Wife with the blond. Did not disappoint! Nice, fresh cans in pints. Delicious, cold, hoppy & crisp beers (already wanting to go back hoping the WC & double will be available next time we go). We decided on the half parrillada since we wanted to sample a couple of meats and went with veggies on the side. Great choice. All delicious, juicy and on point cooked to perfection (medium for us). For the two of us, the amount of meats were perfect, but ordered an extra side of rice. Didn't finish all the meats, so extra yum yum for our to-go box! Loved the different sauces/oil for the bread we got in the beginning (and we put some in our meats & drizzling some on our rice too). Mmmm Thanks Annie for being so attentive & nice! Keep it up Gaucho in the delicious foods & craft beers! Will be back! Great experience! Cheers!

Came to Gaucho Grill in Buena Park to celebrate my friend’s birthday back in November and had an amazing experience. The portions were generous, the vibe was on point, and the drinks were excellent. My girlfriend and I ordered the Half Parrillada, and it was absolutely incredible—perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. Our server Celine did an outstanding job and made sure we were taken care of the entire time. I told her I’d leave a great review and I didn’t forget! This place left a lasting impression, and we’ll definitely be coming back for years to come. Highly recommend!

Absolutely terrible… this is $165 wagyu tomahawk and they messed up. Ordered medium rare but I got cold meat. Also ordered prime picanha. One piece was medium rare and the other piece was well-done. Don’t waste your money here

Service was great and a nice clean location. Food was great with a few exceptions: one steak was over cooked, their veggie side was mostly potatoes (even though they have a potato side which is almost identical), and the flan tasted like Denny's scrambled eggs.

Have visited twice now and unfortunately haven’t had a great experience either time — but the second visit was especially disappointing. Our server never checked in on us, and it felt like we were more of an inconvenience than a guest. Basic things like water, napkins, a straw, and even salt and pepper were completely missing from the table. The first time we came, the food was excellent, which made the poor service easier to overlook. But on the second visit, not only was the service worse, but the food was also a letdown — dry and noticeably smaller portions. Really hoping this was just an off day, but we left feeling disappointed.

Server was excellent, food was absolutely delicious! I definitely recommend coming here and ordering their A la carte meat. It was cooked and seasoned perfectly.

If you’re in the mood for a proper Argentine feast with a modern twist, Gaucho Grill hits the sweet spot. The place has a sleek, rustic-meets-contemporary vibe — wood accents, cozy leather seating, and a deli-style counter stocked with goodies that make you want to take half the restaurant home. Food: The complimentary bread service is a fantastic start — warm, crusty slices served with chimichurri, olive oil, and a tangy pepper relish that sets the tone for what’s coming. I went with the lunch special (a solid $35 for three courses), starting with an empanada that was flaky on the outside and packed with flavorful beef inside. For the main, I chose the skirt steak with fries. The steak was nicely charred, seasoned just right, and paired perfectly with the crispy, garlicky fries. It’s the kind of dish that makes you nod after each bite. I didn’t make it to dessert this time, but the Dulce de Leche flan on the menu looks too good to skip on my next visit. Drinks: The beer arrives in a frosty mug with the Gaucho logo — simple but classy. It’s the perfect complement to the smoky flavors coming off the grill. Ambiance: The interior is warm and inviting, with an upscale yet approachable feel. The deli counter and market section add a cool, authentic touch. Outdoor seating is a plus on a sunny day, and there’s plenty of parking (always a win). Service: Friendly, attentive, and on point. Our server made sure everything was timed perfectly, and the food arrived hot and fresh. Overall: Gaucho Grill is an excellent choice if you’re craving bold flavors, great steak, and a relaxed dining experience. The lunch special is a great deal, and the regular menu is stacked with tempting options like milanesas, pastas, and seafood. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (4.5/5) – Worth a return visit for sure, especially to try more empanadas and that flan.

I had a great experience at Gaucho Grill thanks to our server and bartender, Natalie. From the moment we sat down, she was warm, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. She checked on us at the perfect times, gave great recommendations, and made our drinks exactly the way we wanted--if not better! It's rare to find someone who delivers great service with such a positive attitude, but Natalie really made the whole night easy and enjoyable. You can tell she cares about her guests and takes pride in what she does. If you visit Gaucho Grill, definitely ask for Natalie. She'll take great care of you!

An amazing first time experience with Cristina as our hostess. Thank you Cristina for celebrating our friends birthday with us!! Ask for Cristina she's super sweet and great!

Brenda was the BEST!!! SHE NEEDS A RAISE ASAP!!! I appreciate her making our anniversary super special!!!.

We came to Gaucho Grill in Buena Park to celebrate my best friend's birthday, and WOW... what an experience! From the moment we sat down, our server Gaston made us feel like absolute VIPs. He was so friendly, so kind, and his recommendations were spot on. Truly the kind of service that makes a night unforgettable! The filet mignon was perfection...tender, flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Easily one of the best I've had. And the chocolate mousse? Don't even think about skipping it. It was rich, creamy, and the perfect sweet ending to an already amazing meal. The ambience was fabulous too... warm, inviting, and perfect for a celebration. We left so happy, so full, and already planning our next visit. 10/10 recommend!

This is no longer owned or operated by Argentine or Uruguayan This is now a cheap replica of the authentic South American style food The servings are not what is commonly found in a well known Argentine restaurant Really disappointed Not to mention the price definitely went up The star is too much for this place It's always sad to see a great business being sold to investors that don't have the same vision as its founders

My family goes to Gaucho Grill alot for their steak dishes and side dishes. This time, we wanted to try something else. Our server, Joey gave us excellent recommendations. The arugula salad and linguine frutti di mare pasta dishes. They were delicious. My mother-in-law liked the salad so much, she wanted to come back again to just have the salad. It wasn't too busy when we arrived but got very busy when we left. The servers were super friendly and welcoming. Joey was exceptional. He was super nice, friendly and funny!!! Made us laugh many times. He always came with hot water for our cups before we asked. Very professional. Made our dining so much happier and warmer. Food was great, service was excellent and the atmosphere was pleasant. Can't ask for more!

Update due to management staff did reach out and made sure that my missing onion casserole and salad were offered to be picked up. The customer service initially was great. I was greeted with a smile,sat in the bar was offered a soda while I waited. Once I had to go back for my salad, I was already late to my hosting Thanksgiving lunch. My time,money,gas and energy, was so not worth EVER ordering from here again for a To Go Order on a Holiday. I hope their Marketing Department reads my review and makes adjustments for future catering/special meals such as Thanksgiving. The ambiance when I first arrived was slow, but upon my 2nd arrival the place was packed. Bartender,hostess and Antonio were kind. I tried to give the most honest review,so others can have a better experience. Always check your order before you leave,and definitely check the fine print. Mine is posted for review (Thanksgiving Dinner for 4). It barely fed 2 men. I laugh because its better than being angry. I have added pictures for your review. The food I did receive was delicious,and it had great flavor. I enjoyed my flan,it was light and not too sweet. Our meats were tender and the empanadas were a HIT. I would recommend this place for dinning in vs online order. Overall, it had a great ambiance,and decor was nice. Beautiful wine display and had a variety of high end wines. The mini mart had great Argentinian products. The restaurant was very clean,plenty of parking,and family friendly. I would recommend for dine in experience. Thanks to Antonio for assisting me during my pickup and then again trying to get it right. I appreciate your support. Please find my pictures for your viewing pleasure. Rating was on taste of the food we received. Also, on ambiance in the restaurant, great seating,bar,and plenty of ordering options. Dissapointed and docked stars for: Customer service-waited 50 minutes to receive my on-line order Marketing-was not for 4 people,not worth the price of meal. Returned twice and still order was incorrect.

Amazing as always, this place never disappoints. Thank you Tara and all the Gaucho staff

We came here for lunch with my suggestion, it was a bit disappointing. When we ordered the meat, we ordered it medium but it came out rare. We ate some of it, and as we made our way up, it got more rare. So we told the server, they took it back to cook it a little further. When the food returned, it was well done. I usually do really enjoy this place but I can't lie that I wasn't disappointed this time with the service.

Super delicious, too many items to choose from. Portions are huge. Everything came to our table promptly. Our service was great, very friendly and helped with suggestions. The atmosphere is very chill, with some very earthy decor.

Tara was amazing, she took care of us. She was extremely attentive as well as a sweetheart! Food was great as well.

Was introduced to this Argentine resto by a favorite client and his son for our annual renewal meeting over lunch. Gaucho has 4 locations - Buena Park, Downey, Pasadena and West Covina. They serve lunch specials during the week between 11 to 2:30. Plenty of parking and nice atmosphere at the BP location. Initially I was eyeing the Bistro 24 (skirt steak served on grilled toast with gauchito salad and soup of the day). However, father & son were having the Entraña with a choice of side for $ 22 so I ended up going along with them. My steak was a perfect medium rare and the dressing on the salad with blue cheese was tasty. We also received complimentary bread with my fave chimichurri. Traditional and authentic Argentine food. Highly recommend!

The food here is good, but the customer service really brought the experience down. We had to ask for our drinks and napkins three separate times before finally deciding to cancel them altogether. When the bill came, the drinks we never received were still listed even though we had already told our server to remove them. The mimosa flight was also disappointing: overpriced, made with cheap champagne, and far too sweet. Overall, not worth the hassle despite the decent food. Also the calamari was flavorless

Awesome food and GREAT service. Our server Christina was quick with our drink orders! Highly recommend!

This location is amazing, 5+ stars for sure. Food was delicious and hardly any wait. Our server Cristina was the best. She was so attentive and very nice. We will definitely be coming back soon.

BIRTHDAY MONTH=BIRTHDAY COUPONS=HAPPY RODNEY $20 Birthday Month promo $15 Welcome sign up promo Happy Hour every weekday Open - 5pm Bro, you down for Gaucho? Gaucho Grill, with it's beautiful indoor dining environment, grills various cuts of meat & are known for their Argentine-style empanadas. Having both promos available, they were used on two separate occasions. Happy Hour Empanadas- Having consumed the short rib, al pastor and spinach & cheese, my favorite of the trio was the short rib. In spite of that, I don't care for fried empanadas. I prefer the flaky, buttery crust of baked empanadas. Fried empanadas are too hard & tough, which I found unappetizing. Give me Filipino empanadas for life! Happy Hour Filet Mignon brochette- A skewer of 3 small cuts of filet mignon, onions & bell peppers, paired with rice pilaf & salad. The filet mignon was good, for the meager amount provided. I immensely enjoyed Gaucho Grill's salad, as it wasn't the typical iceberg lettuce salad usually given. The rice pilaf was fluffy & good. A highlight was the table bread, served with a palate-stimulating trio of chimichurri (clasico, mild & caliente). So rich, so tasty! Also, the bartender made quite a lovely Old Fashioned to wet my whistle. Service was excellent. The attendants, and a few other employees, periodically checked to see if anything was needed. The large dining area, both inside & outside, is accommodating for large groups. Parking is via a shared private lot, with other businesses. Gaucho Grill is west of Jack in the Box, east of Starbucks. Lunch Specials & Happy Hour Opening to 5pm - choose the best deals you can find! The Filet Mignon brochette had a small amount of meat, but provided a wholesome, balanced meal. I'm not a fan of Gaucho Grill's empanadas, but don't let my prejudice dissuade you from trying them out for yourself. However, what we can all agree on (aside from keto followers/gluten sensitive folks), is the pillowy bread with the astonishing assortment of luxurious chimichurri. I look forward to coming back & exploring the rest of Gaucho Grill's menu. Highly recommend!

We love everything about Gaucho. The ambiance is perfect - open and inviting, great for groups, casual but with an upscale feel. Tonight Annie was our server and she was great - very attentive, checking on us multiple times throughout the meal and answering all of our questions. She was very sweet and such a pleasure to have as our waitress. We started with empanadas (spinach and cheese, and ham and mozzarella) and they were fried to perfection. I love the crispy crust and the rich fillings. I also had the watermelon Red Bull drink (it's been a day, y'all) and it was minty and refreshing. For dinner we had the rib-eye which is always delicious, plus fries and roasted vegetables which came with mushrooms, corn, eggplant, squash, and onions. Overall it was a delightful meal (as always) and I look forward to coming back. Sorry for the lack of photos; too excited to wait to dig in

Alan is an amazing server. Very attentive and created a fun energy. The ambience in here is beautiful! Good was great!

Natalie was amazing. Great service. Will continue to come back. The drinks are great!

First time here after passing by so many times. My husband and I brought friends from Japan so we all got to try Gaucho Grill together. Celine was the host and our waitress, she was absolutely great! Super helpful and attentive. All the food we ordered was delicious. My husband and I look forward to coming back here again!

Our server Julie was awesome! We celebrated our manager holiday party here and she was able to accommodate us and give us 5 star service! She was so friendly and checking on us routinely. We want to come back!

We came to El Gaucho Grill to celebrate my mom's birthday, and it was a special dinner. The service by Anni was great. She and the rest of the crew were attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. The food was incredible too! We absolutely loved the parrillada and the sea bass; everything was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Thank you for giving our family such a wonderful experience!

My husband and I held a small event at this location to celebrate our elopement. The event went really smooth and all of our guests loved the food! For appetizers we had calamari, meatballs, and empanadas and the main entree they could pick between salmon or skirt steak with veggies and mashed potatoes. Everyone raved about the food! The cherry on the top was their customer service, though. There were three gentlemen helping us - Joey, Oscar, and their assistant (didn't catch his name). They were communicative, attentive, and kind the whole night. They truly made the event run smooth and the guests were just as appreciative of the great customer service! I would recommend Gaucho Grill Buena Park for any special occasion dinners!

Annie was amazing ! Great drinks & very attentive servers. Would highly recommend for a date night.

Think of this spot as a beginner course to eating Argentinian food Especially if you haven't been to Argentina lol it's a very far country to eat food and honestly its very much worth if if you like steak specifically. I'd say their understanding of red meat beef to be exact is more simple and delicious. If you're coming for the first time, empanadas to start off with and choose some type of meat they are grilling. Obviously go with the red meat I would avoid the rib eye and get something more authentic argentinian. I think their menu could be cut short but its supposed to appeal to a wider audience. Its pretty heavy food so be ready to take your time and eat. Wine selection is great theres a full bar also if you want more options.

* Food & Service: Absolutely amazing! * Wine List: Pretty decent selection. * Meats: Cooked perfectly to medium-well. * Server: Edgar was incredibly helpful and personable, gave excellent recommendations that enhanced our experience.

I've always passed this place but never really gave it a shot until my mom came into town and suggested it. I will say, food here was delicious. My mother and daughter had the linguine and I ordered the half parrillada which was enough for all of us to share. Food was all seasoned well and cooked fantastically. The servers were attentive. Took a little longer to get water refills than we would've preferred but all in all, well trained staff and very courteous. The inside is a dimmed down steakhouse. Music wasn't too loud and a great place to celebrate any event. A little more expensive than I would've liked but would definitely come back again for a special event.

I had a wonderful time, the food was amazing. My waitress Tara was very helpful and kind. Will definitely be coming back again

Outstanding Service! Our waiter, Gaston truly went above and beyond to make our experience exceptional. From the moment we sat down, he was incredibly attentive, friendly, and genuinely cared about making sure my friends and I were comfortable and happy. He checked in at all the right times, anticipated our needs before we even had to ask, and handled everything with professionalism and a great attitude. His attention to detail and warm service made our night even more enjoyable. Service like this is rare and deserves recognition--thank you for an excellent experience!

Service it was amazing Tara was very helpful and very professional thank you vtada for such amazing experience

Guacho Grill never disappoints ! The food is always good and the restaurant has great ambiance. Alan was our server this previous time and he was great and very attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend asking for him!

This place is amazing! The atmosphere is awesome and they always have good music playing and great service. I know on Fridays they even have live music. And the food is sooo delicious! Meat is tender and so tasty!! Only bad thing I have tried is the chicken that had no flavor but a plasticky feel. But they were awesome and made up for the chicken by giving us their sweet and creamy ice cream on the house and giving us a discount off the bill. Overall one of my favorite restaurants!!!

Visited Gaucho Grill literally by accident (I looked up the wrong restaurant) but glad we stumbled upon this one. We Enjoyed some drinks from the bar then had a really good meal. Started with bread at the table with 3 different types of dip- chimichurri, spicy chimichurri and a dip made with different peppers. Ordered beef empanadas which are a must try. Fried perfectly with really good filling. Dinner was the Half Parrillada with mashed potatoes. So filling w/6 different meat options. All 3 chimichurri sauces were delicious and paired with the parrillada perfectly. Shout out to Oscar, our waiter! He was so friendly, attentive and grateful for us. He gave excellent recommendations as well. Can't wait to try the paella and dessert next time!

I ordered the fillet mignon, which came with one side, and spinach. My wife, who is gluten intolerant, ordered a salad and shrimp dish. The good: service was excellent, the place is very spacious with an industrial flare. The free bread was delicious as were the condiments. The bad: the steak was bland with nothing on it at all. I used the table condiments to help give it flavor. The shrimp had some flavor but we expected better for the price. The menu had nothing marked for dietary restrictions which is a total shock considering the upscale furnishings and price of this place.

Food was fantastic!! Anni's service was top notch! Very pleasant ambiance Would recommend for any occasion!!!

This is my new favorite spot for happy hour. Unlike most happy hour menus where the items are usually small simple snacks, the HH items here are actual entrees and come in big portions. We got the eggplant and artichoke dip, smoked short rib empanada and al pastor empanada, lamb chops, and filet mignon brochette. The eggplant and artichoke dip tasted more like hummus. They give you a lot of dip for the amount of bread. The smoked short rib empanada was my favorite thing here. It was so flavorful that you don't need any sauce for it. The lamb chops were tender and perfectly cooked, but could use a little bit more salt. The brochette is a skewer with meat and vegetables. I was pleasantly surprised by the portion size. I got the happy hour smoked old fashioned cocktail. It was spirit forward and delicious. I'll definitely be back for their happy hour again

Came here to celebrate three birthdays in our group. Huge shout out to our server Brenda! She went above and beyond to provide excellent service. Friendly, attentive, and accommodating to our various requests. Everyone in our group had a wonderful time. Now to the restaurant review. Environment was very warm and cozy. Love the decor. Very spacious. All the staff are so friendly. We had reservations and were seated timely. Great selection of food items. All the items we ordered were well presented and tasty. Same with drinks. Everyone in our group thoroughly enjoyed their meal and experience. Would definitely recommend.

Delicious food and great service! Gaston was great. We really appreciated his explanation of the menu.

Stopped at Gaucho for their happy hour that starts at 2:30pm and I definitely was not disappointed! We sat at a table in the bar. I ordered the filet mignon beef skewer, it comes with rice and a cucumber and radish salad. It was amazing, I ordered the filet medium rare and it came out perfectly marinated and cooked to perfection. It was only $12, you can't beat that price! Service was great, our server was nice, attentive, and efficient. The ambiance is very nice! Nice decors and design was very aesthetically pleasing. Will definitely come back here for dinner.

Service: Unfortunately, the experience started poorly. We were seated and waited over 10 minutes without a single server acknowledging us, despite the restaurant being less than half full around 5:30pm on a Saturday. After flagging down two server assistants with no help, we had to walk up to the hostess stand to request someone to take our order. Food: The New York strip and filet were both very tough. While they were cooked to the correct temperature, the quality of the beef was disappointing especially for a steakhouse. The ribeye cap was the only cut that was reasonably tender. The cheese bread was also a letdown. The first batch was undercooked in the center. Instead of bringing a fresh order, they reheated the same bread and served it burnt black on the bottom and dark on top. When we pointed it out, the server assistant told us to "just taste it first," and immediately walked away. This came off as rude and unprofessional. Server: Our server, Gaston, was the saving grace of the night. He was attentive, apologetic, and did everything he could despite the kitchen issues. He's the only reason this isn't a 1 star review.

Mediocre food. Fun spot for a group dinner. We came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. It has a great vibe, bright, welcoming, and the fire pits where they cook the meat gives it a great ambiance. We ordered a ton of food, the empanadas, chorizo meatballs, chipas (cheese balls). The appetizers were delicious. The empanadas have a lot of flavor, the chorizo meatballs were juicy and very good meaty flavors. And then the main course came and it was a pretty big disappointment. The best item was surprisingly the short rib. The most flavorful of all of them. The lamb chops and chicken were somewhat flavorless and the chicken was very dry. The new york strip was chewy and also pretty flavorless. The tomahawk was undercooked for medium rare and the gaucho special cap was underseasoned. I know that Argentina steaks are typically simply seasoned with salt but this had little to no taste of salt. Thankfully the sauces helped cover up the chewy-ness and underseasoned meat. Pretty bland, pretty disappointing that a steak place doesn't know how to prepare meat. That said, the service was great, the servers were nice, and they brought a fun dessert flan for the birthday boy. Also, the cocktails were decent so that helped the vibe. All in all, if you want good meat, don't come here. But if you want somewhere fun, then this is a great spot.

I had a wonderful experience at this location. Started off at the bar while waiting for a table and the bartenders Andres and Christina were so attentive and kind! They made great drink suggestions which I appreciated. My server was Edgar and he was super sweet. Food was delicious! Whole experience definitely a 10/10!

Alan was our server for our Christmas party of 25 people and his service was outstanding! Ive had lunch here many times and service was slow. Well done Alan!!!!

Andres the best ever! And Kamilah was amazing as well. Food is great as always, but i always come back for the great hospitality!

Thank you, Cristina bartender, for your outstanding customer service and skills. I'd definitely return to Buena Park location

If you guys get Alan to help you guys out. Your going to have some pretty good drinks.

This food is amazing! We just had the beef empanadas and it is to die for. The chimuchurri sauces here are really good too, I put it on bread, heck i put it on every i ain't gon lie. The strawberry basil margarita is good too. The filet minon was tasty, great clean taste, flavorful. Willie said chicken brochette was good too, he enjoyed it. Really love their spices on everything. The salad was a cucumber onion it seems with a creamy sauce was so tasty. Service was great, lots of parking, ambiance was warm and inviting, just such a well put together restaurant. Enjoyed every bit of it.

Anni is amazing and a great server! She's always checking on our table, making sure we are well taken cared of. She has a great customer service too! We rated her 100%!

It's a restaurant I kept passing by for a couple years now until recently I decided to go sit down with my husband for lunch. We were really surprised by the decor indoors and how there was a bakery embedded within the restaurant itself. Staff was very busy but still friendly. There is a lot of different items on the menu. We decided to go with their special 3 course lunch menu which was so good! The empanadas were great as well as the skewer and ice cream. The meat and veggies were cooked very well and were not dry. There was also a very good amount of fillings in the empanadas and you can tell it was cooked fresh. The meal was on the pricier end.. however, I personally thought the quality was worth it. It's also located in a very popular plaza in Buena Park as it is next to starbucks, Chipotle, habit grill, and more. There are plenty of parking spaces in the back if you can't find any in the front.