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Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse - Steakhouse in Los Angeles, California

Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse

4.6 (642 reviews)

7963 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

Steak house
Restaurant

About Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse - steak house in Los Angeles, California

Argentinean eatery offering grass-fed steaks & an extensive wine list in a stylish setting.

Customer Review Summary

Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse is highly praised for its exceptional steaks and authentic Argentinian flavors. The warm atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, and attentive service enhance the overall dining experience. Many reviewers consider it one of the best steakhouses they've visited, with memorable appetizers and desserts noted. Valet parking adds convenience, though the restaurant's temporary building and location detract from the overall ambiance. While the food quality is outstanding, some guests feel the setting does not match the price point. Live music contributes to the inviting environment, making it suitable for both casual and formal occasions. Overall, diners recommend the restaurant for its excellent food and service, with some minor drawbacks related to the setting.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Reservations required
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Paid street parking
  • Valet parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.6 out of 5
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Based on 642 reviews

Tamar Hovagimian

2 months ago

An absolute must! I visited from Australia with Carlitos Gardel at the top of my list, and it exceeded all expectations. Every dish was exceptional—beautifully presented with authentic Argentinian flavors. The atmosphere was warm, and the staff were knowledgeable, the chef made the effort to come out and chat and carve out our steak. A truly special dining experience in every sense, worth every penny and the highlight of my trip to LA. Highly recommend!

Jordan O'Brien

6 months ago

Five of us at here and we all organically said we had had the best steaks of our lives. Without overstating it, members of our party have eaten at some of the finest steakhouses in Manhattan, Montreal, Rome, Sydney, Tokyo and beyond and this now tops our list. The service and vibes were also excellent.

Greg Zekowski

4 months ago

Wow, what an amazing experience. My steak was outstanding, I wish I had l own about this restaurant a long. time ago. If you go, take you time, talk with the waters and let them guide you to a great evening.

Jeero Habeshian

1 year ago

The evening started with a personal welcome at the door and got better! The ambiance was inviting, the amount of light was perfect, and the service very attentive. The appetizers were great and the portions just right. The food was excellent, and the desserts were absolute perfection! Definitely get the garlic fries, and you can't go wrong with one of the steaks or a special of the day fish!

Mayte Gallegos

1 year ago

This place is definitely worth every penny! From the service ,to the food , everything was so perfect and we couldn't be happier 😁 we had dinner reservations, and we didn't know where to park, since they don't have parking, we walked in real quick to ask , and they do valet parking, while they were sitting us at our dinner table , they had taken our car to a parking lot. The steaks here are sooo delicious, we also tried the flan which was so good. We also wanted to be "adventurous" and try the blood sausage, which was different, but my boyfriend seemed to love and even wanted more 😆 I highly recommend this place to everyone! You won't be disappointed

Dan A.

The food here is truly fantastic! Every dish we tried was delicious and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The service was also top-notch – attentive and friendly. However, the dining experience is significantly hampered by its location and the temporary nature of the building. When using the restroom, the sounds of cars and the general "hollow" feel really highlight the fact that you're essentially eating in a glorified shed in a parking lot. While the food is excellent, the lack of ambiance and overall setting detract from the experience, especially considering the price. For a similar cost, you could find restaurants with a more refined and immersive atmosphere.

Alasdair Pressney

Great food, excellent service. We came for a birthday and our waiter guided our large party through the menu very well. We ordered the perfect amount of food and it was expertly cooked. Great atmosphere with live music.

Bryan Lau

2 years ago

This place was an incredibly atmospheric dining venue, what with the candles/lighting and the live piano accordion music. The service was friendly and hospitable, and the food tasted great. The staff cut the steak right at the table, which was awesome. Everything was wonderful. I'm not normally one for fine dining, but the place didn't feel too stuffy to me, so the atmosphere was just right. I went as part of a business dinner, but this would probably be a fantastic formal date spot. The staff will take care of you for sure. Keeping this part from my initial post, I want to apologize on behalf of my group for keeping your restaurant staff so late past closing. I understand how much this inconveniences you, and I would give you all ten stars if I could. You all did wonderfully, and I couldn't have asked for better service. Thank you all so much.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 5–9:30 PM
Monday 5–9 PM
Saturday 5–9:30 PM
Sunday Closed
Thursday 5–9 PM
Tuesday 5–9 PM
Wednesday 5–9 PM

Price Range

$100+