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SOMOS ASADOA-Worth Trying
Av. Raúl Scalabrini Ortiz 651, C1414 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
· Restaurant, Grill, Chophouse restaurant
· 4.6/5 Google (912 reviews)
Reservations · Outdoor seating
Destination-worthy Villa Crespo parrilla with standout aged steaks, creative small plates, and hands-on owners; great experience if you value craft over quantity and accept premium pricing.
Why it gets an A- for overall quality
Somos Asado delivers exceptional food quality anchored by expertly aged steaks and creative small plates, supported by attentive owner-led service that feels genuinely personal. Consistency challenges—scattered reports of doneness variation and pacing delays—prevent grade A territory, though the warm, craft-focused parrilla experience and strong loyalty base position it competitively among the area's better neighborhood restaurants.
Restaurant Summary
The room feels warm and bustling without tipping into chaos, a repurposed space that opens to a lovely patio where the owners check in like old friends. One guest summed it up: service felt personal, and the aged steak arrived with a deep char and rosy center. It is more craft workshop than flashy steakhouse, and that intimacy shows. The cooking leans Argentine grill with creative flourishes: dry-aged T-bones to share, ojo de bife with real bark, and small plates that roam through zaatar, ponzu, and roasted beets. It is not about giant piles of sides; it is about precision, smoke, and balanced sauces—ideal for diners who enjoy chef-driven parrilla over sheer volume. Pricing sits above neighborhood parrillas but aligns with aging, sourcing, and the hands-on approach. Families do fine here if kids like simple grilled things. Fries, salad, and straightforward cuts are safe picks; desserts like flan and banana with ice cream land well. There is no kids menu, so conservative eaters should steer toward plain sides and a shared steak while skipping the spicier or more adventurous small plates.
At a Glance
- Dry-aged steaks with excellent char and tenderness
- Owner-led hospitality that feels personal
- Creative small plates broaden a classic parrilla
- Premium pricing and smaller portions than traditional parrillas
- Occasional doneness and pacing inconsistencies
What Sets It Apart
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What People Love
- That first bite of properly aged beef
- Talking cuts and oven with the owner
- A patio that feels hidden-in-plain-sight
- Small plates that surprise without grandstanding
- Leaving with stories, not just leftovers
Points of Concern
- Pricing is genuinely expensive (many mains ARS 30k-60k) which may surprise casual diners
- A few guests report incorrect doneness or long waits during busy service
- Some felt portions for sides and desserts were modest for the price
- Isolated safety complaint and occasional billing/water charge confusion reported
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleTable Service
Average CostARS 55,000-85,000 per person
ReservationsRecommended
What to Order
- Pair a shared T-Bone (ARS 80k-90k) with choclo (ARS 14k-18k) and fries (ARS 10k-12k) for two.
- Finish with flan (ARS 10k-12k); if very hungry, add vacío 250-500g (ARS 30k-50k).
Perfect For
- A slow, celebratory steak night
- Travelers seeking a craft-focused parrilla
- Date night on the patio
- Food lovers who enjoy creative sides with classic beef
Location Insights
Area: Creative, residential-meets-arts district popular with locals and visitors seeking indie dining over tourist corridors.
Safety: Generally safe, lively evenings; normal urban awareness advised.
Nearby: Near Palermo/Chacarita dining scenes, boutiques, bars, and galleries; not a tourist strip.
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Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday
Tuesday12:00–16:00, 07:30–23:00
Wednesday12:00–16:00, 07:30–23:00
Thursday12:00–16:00, 07:30–23:00
Friday12:00–16:00, 07:30–23:00
Saturday12:00–16:00, 07:30–23:00
Sunday12:00–16:00
Available: Reservations, Outdoor seating
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