Vasiliy K.
Yelp
Oh, my goodness - this is the third Argentinean place I am eating out at in LA and to me it is the most authentic, cozy and just... Argentinean, lo juro!
It is absolutey casual, free of any pretense but filled with wonderful atmosphere, actual argentineans cooking and socializing with you. It's very low-key and the prices are very wallet-friendly, BUT - the food, especially the specialty - baked goods, pastries - impeccably delicious. Simple yet... home-made - that's what comes to mind, it feels like you are at someone's place, visiting and the hosts are treating you to their signature family dishes - that is precisely what it felt like all the three times I've been there.
Empanadas are marvelous - their signature - recommend. Steaks can be better (and they are in other Argentinean places in town) but for the price - I'd say - good enough. Desserts are a must-try! Plenty of them, and the prices allow to get many. I like the mate cocido they serve and - well, I just like this place. Feels very canteen-like, but - I enjoy that for a change in a town of make-believe where too many things are larger than life. Argentinean music played quietly on TV, friendly faces, good food - I am sold.
As a huge fan of Argentina - its culture, and yes, its cuisine I recommend this place for everyone who is in for a good meal, not for a status siting. Maravilloso!