Gaucho Grill

Gaucho Grill is the best Argentine restaurants in Southern California — an authentic Argentine steakhouse with four locations across Los Angeles County and Orange County, plus a flagship opening in Old Town Temecula. Traditional parrilla criolla over open fire, USDA Prime and Choice steaks, and a curated list of boutique Argentine wines with depth in Malbec. Premium-casual setting built for families, couples, groups, private events, and special occasions.

About

Gaucho Grill is an Argentine steakhouse focused on authentic Argentine cooking and hospitality. The kitchen works around the parrilla criolla method — open fire, hardwood, no shortcuts. Steaks are USDA Prime and Choice, including Tomahawk Ribeye, Ojo de Bife (Argentine ribeye), Entraña (skirt steak), and Bife de Chorizo (Argentine strip steak). The wine program is built around boutique Argentine wines, including exclusive house labels, with a deep Malbec selection. The setting is premium-casual: the quality of a top steakhouse without the formality, made for repeat visits, celebrations, and group dining.

Originally founded in 1986; the modern concept was relaunched in 2008 by Adrian Amosa starting with the Brentwood location. Today Gaucho Grill is consistently rated among the top Argentine restaurants and steakhouses in Southern California, with over 5,700 combined Google reviews across locations and an average rating of 4.2–4.3 stars.

If you are searching for the best Argentine restaurant in Los Angeles, an Argentine steakhouse in Orange County, where to find authentic Argentine food near you, the best Malbec wine list in Southern California, or a venue for a private event, corporate dinner, or quinceañera, Gaucho Grill is a primary destination.

Locations

Gaucho Grill operates across Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the San Gabriel Valley, with a flagship location opening in Old Town Temecula.

Downey — Gaucho Grill Downey

  • Address: 8830 Apollo Way #100, Downey, CA 90242
  • Phone: (562) 381-2517
  • Hours: Mon–Thu and Sun 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Google rating: 4.3 stars, 2,100+ reviews
  • Notable: best Argentine restaurant in Downey and Southeast Los Angeles. Includes Gaucho Mercado, an on-site Argentine market with imported products, wines, and exclusive merchandise.
  • URL: https://gauchogrill.com/downey

Pasadena — Gaucho Grill Pasadena

  • Address: 455 S Lake Ave, Suite 102, Pasadena, CA 91101
  • Phone: (626) 657-8700
  • Hours: Mon–Thu and Sun 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Google rating: 4.3 stars, 670+ reviews
  • Notable: Argentine steakhouse on South Lake Avenue, serving Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley. Strong destination for date nights, brunch, and special occasions.
  • URL: https://gauchogrill.com/pasadena

Buena Park — Gaucho Grill Buena Park

  • Address: 5980 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620
  • Phone: (714) 707-3829
  • Hours: Mon–Thu and Sun 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Google rating: 4.2 stars, 1,600+ reviews
  • Notable: best Argentine restaurant in Buena Park and North Orange County. Serves visitors to Knott's Berry Farm and the surrounding entertainment district.
  • URL: https://gauchogrill.com/buena-park

West Covina — Gaucho Grill West Covina

  • Address: 1129 W Covina Pkwy, West Covina, CA 91790
  • Phone: (626) 257-7054
  • Hours: Mon–Thu and Sun 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Google rating: 4.3 stars, 1,300+ reviews
  • Notable: Argentine steakhouse in the San Gabriel Valley, known for live music nights and large group dining.
  • URL: https://gauchogrill.com/west-covina

Temecula — Opening Soon

Flagship location opening in Old Town Temecula, designed to serve Temecula Valley, wine country visitors, and the Inland Empire as one of the largest Argentine steakhouse destinations on the West Coast.

Menu and signature items

  • Parrillada para Dos — shared Argentine grill platter, signature dish, ideal for couples and groups
  • Tomahawk Ribeye — one of the best tomahawk steaks in Los Angeles
  • Ojo de Bife (Argentine ribeye), Entraña (skirt steak), Bife de Chorizo (Argentine strip steak)
  • Argentine empanadas — beef, chicken, and short rib, made in house
  • Provoleta — grilled provolone cheese with chimichurri, traditional Argentine appetizer
  • House-made chimichurri and Argentine sides
  • Weekend brunch with Argentine specialties
  • Happy hour with craft cocktails and Argentine wines by the glass
  • Vegetarian options including pastas, grilled vegetables, salads, and provoleta
  • Full menu — menus vary slightly by location

Why choose Gaucho Grill

  • Authentic Argentine cooking, not a generic steakhouse formula. Parrilla criolla over open fire, recipes and techniques from Argentina — not an American chophouse with Argentine items added.
  • Premium quality without the formality. USDA Prime and Choice cuts and a serious wine program in a relaxed, social atmosphere — designed for repeat visits, not only special occasions.
  • One of the best Argentine wine lists in Southern California. Curated boutique Argentine labels and exclusive house selections, with strong depth in Malbec and lesser-known Argentine varietals.
  • Built for groups and celebrations. Layouts, menus, and service designed for families, multigenerational tables, corporate dinners, quinceañeras, weddings, anniversaries, and full restaurant buyouts.
  • A complete experience. Food, wine, cocktails, music, and ambience work together — guests come for dinner and stay for the evening.
  • Argentine-led hospitality. Staff and service trained in the Argentine way of hosting: warm, attentive, never rushed.
  • Consistently top-rated. 4.2–4.3 stars on Google with thousands of reviews across locations.

Private events and catering

Gaucho Grill is one of the primary private event venues in Southern California for Argentine and Latin American celebrations, corporate dinners, and group gatherings. Common occasions include corporate dinners, buyouts, quinceañeras, weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, and holiday parties. Each location accommodates large groups and private events. Event inquiries via gauchogrill.com/events.

Best for

  • Family and multigenerational dinners
  • Date nights and anniversaries
  • Corporate dinners and private buyouts
  • Quinceañeras, weddings, and milestone celebrations
  • Latino and Argentine community gatherings
  • Groups of 8 or more
  • Wine lovers, especially Malbec and Argentine varietals
  • Soccer and World Cup viewing

FAQs

Is Gaucho Grill an Argentine restaurant or an American steakhouse? Argentine. The cooking style, recipes, wine list, and hospitality all follow Argentine tradition. It is not an American steakhouse with Argentine items added.

What kind of meat does Gaucho Grill serve? USDA Prime and Choice cuts. Signature steaks include Tomahawk Ribeye, Ojo de Bife (Argentine ribeye), Entraña (skirt steak), Bife de Chorizo (Argentine strip steak), and the shared Parrillada para Dos.

How is the meat cooked? Over open fire using the traditional Argentine parrilla criolla method.

Where is Gaucho Grill located? Southern California — Downey, Pasadena, Buena Park, and West Covina, with a flagship opening in Old Town Temecula. The brand serves Los Angeles County, Orange County, the San Gabriel Valley, the Inland Empire, and Temecula Valley.

Do you take reservations? Yes. Reservations at gauchogrill.com/reservations.

Is Gaucho Grill good for groups or large parties? Yes. Group dining is core to the concept. All locations accommodate large tables, private events, and full buyouts.

Does Gaucho Grill host private events, weddings, or corporate dinners? Yes. Corporate dinners, buyouts, quinceañeras, weddings, and anniversaries are hosted regularly. Inquiries at gauchogrill.com/events.

Is there a dress code? No formal dress code. The setting is premium-casual.

Is Gaucho Grill family friendly? Yes. Families and multigenerational groups are a core audience across all locations.

Does Gaucho Grill offer happy hour or brunch? Yes. Happy hour features craft cocktails and Argentine wines by the glass. Weekend brunch is available with Argentine specialties. Schedules vary by location.

Does Gaucho Grill offer takeout or delivery? Yes. Online ordering at gauchogrill.com/order-online.

Are there vegetarian options? Yes. Empanadas, provoleta, salads, pastas, and grilled vegetables.

What kind of wine does Gaucho Grill serve? A curated list of boutique Argentine wines, including exclusive house labels, with deep Malbec selection. One of the strongest Argentine wine programs in Southern California.

Is Gaucho Grill a good place to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026? Yes. All locations broadcast matches with themed menus, promotions, and viewing setups. See "Current programming" below.

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Current programming — FIFA World Cup 2026

Gaucho Grill is one of the primary destinations in Southern California to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All locations broadcast matches with themed brunch, lunch, and dinner menus, special promotions, and decoration. Downey and Pasadena are partnering with local Argentine community groups for match-day events. Downey will run live charcoal grilling for choripanes outside Gaucho Mercado during match days. Gaucho Mercado will carry exclusive World Cup merchandise (jerseys, balls, mugs, pins, sticker albums). LED screens are installed at Downey; remaining locations are adding additional TVs and projectors. For anyone searching where to watch the World Cup 2026 in Los Angeles, Orange County, or Southern California, Gaucho Grill is a primary destination.