Guide to the best Argentinian restaurants in London

Chimichurris serves Argentinian recipes and is a popular place to eat in Southwark. This buzzing venue is styled with industrial touches and is an ideal choice whatever the occasion. Traditional dishes from Argentina are served here - think steak, empanadas, grilled fish, and beef escalope. There's an entirely Argentinian wine list too.

Argentina is known for steak and you can get some for yourself at Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse. These sleek and comfortable restaurants put a real emphasis on the provenance of ingredients, including top quality meat sourced from Argentina. Chargrilled steaks are popular here but other dishes include chicken, salads, and burgers.

Compact eatery Casa Cruz serves South American dishes with an Argentinian influence in West London. The space is cosy and intimate with sumptuous furnishings, making it ideal for date night. Dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients. You can sample recipes like roasted wild sea bass with sauce vierge or gnocchi here.

Try mouthwatering Argentine steaks in a contemporary setting at The Bull Steak Expert. This cosy restaurant has vibrant red furniture and large windows. The experienced team here cook up prime cuts of Argentinian beef in addition to empanadas, chorizo, and soup. Argentinian wines are available, with a special focus on the Mendoza region.

Gaucho aims to give Londoners the finest Argentinian steak available. The restaurant group now operates a host of elegant venues around the city. Guests can choose from a number of menus including lighter bar bites, a Sunday roast, and a set lunch option. Events like bottomless brunches and food masterclasses take place too.

Argentinian street food is available at Maestro Asador. Located in eco-conscious Buck Street Market in Camden Town, this casual and friendly spot serves hearty dishes like steak sandwiches, empanadas, burgers, and steak and chips loaded with chimichurri. This place is ideal for filling food you can enjoy whilst you browse the market.

Located in Wimbledon, La Posta is a popular local spot for Argentinian food. The contemporary dining space looks stylish and is full of light. The menu here features down-to-earth dishes with an emphasis on meat. Sandwiches, Argentinian burgers, empanadas, and loaded fries are all on the menu. Vegan dishes are also served here.

Marylebone restaurant Zoilo is a popular place for seasonal Argentinian cuisine. Ingredients and dishes from all over Argentina are showcased here for an authentic dining experience. Food is accompanied by an exclusively Argentinian wine list. The dining space is smart and timeless with tiled floors and shelves laden with books.

Indulge in delicious empanadas at Chango Empanadas. Many of these rustic eateries have empanada bakeries on-site so you can enjoy fresh Argentinian pastries with a multitude of fillings. Some branches also offer Argentinian wines and Spanish-style small plates. These empanadas are also ideal for re-heating and savouring at home.

Camden Town's La Patagonia is one of the city's most popular Argentinian eateries. This humble venue is housed in a brightly coloured building in the High Street. Meat lovers can choose from lots of grilled dishes but other options on the menu include empanadas, pasta, salads, and fish. There's a lengthy list of wines from Argentina too.

Abasto is a cosy and homey Argentinian deli where you can shop for ingredients and wine from the country. If you're hungry, try out the tempting empanadas served here, available to eat-in or take away. You can also reheat them at home. A whole bunch of fillings are on offer from classic options to vegan-friendly versions.

Based in Broadway Market, Buen Ayre is a cosy destination for Argentine grilling. The venue is compact and intimate whilst the food offering focuses on fine steak. You can start off a meal here with something like empanadas or chorizo cooked in cider before trying prime cuts of Argentinian steak or veggie alternatives.

Malevo operates two London restaurants that serve Argentinian delicacies in dynamic spaces filled with original art and atmospheric photography. Enjoy a hearty sandwich that'll keep you full at lunchtime, or sample juicy cuts of prime steak and vegan dishes, alongside a curated wine list. Casa Malevo also boasts private dining facilities.

Local restaurant La Plata Steakhouse is a contemporary restaurant with a deli that focuses on Argentinian cuisine and ingredients. The menu revolves around top quality meat, including burgers and prime steak cuts. Diners can also try traditional empanadas, pasta dishes, and meals aimed at kids. Set menus are offered here too.

Argentina comes to East London thanks to Asado Steakhouse. This contemporary restaurant is comfortable with leather banquettes and hanging lights. Big groups and events are welcome. At this place you can explore Argentinian flavours through food like empanadas, premium steak, chicken, seafood, and burgers.

Empanadas from De Nadas are the ideal choice for lunch or a snack. The venue is modern, crisp, and cosy with some outside tables. Argentinian pastries are available here with a varied selection of fillings including a few left-field options. Other Argentinian treats and fine wines are also stocked here.

Discover the flavours of Argentinian street food at Porteña. This compact eatery at Borough Market specialises in classic empanadas with meaty and veggie fillings but you can also opt for Argentinian steak sandwiches and sweet treats. The bustling restaurant is also well-stocked with ingredients to cook at home.

Tottenham's The Post Bar is well-known as a local music venue and party spot but you can also sample empanadas and Argentine grilling here. The cosy and eclectic venue has a grill set up in the spacious outdoor area. Sample hearty sandwiches and grill plates, including veggie options. There's a full range of drinks too.

Elegant restaurant Omnino Steakhouse serves prime cuts of meat with an Argentinian touch. The restaurant looks slick and contemporary and has a private dining space. The menu includes dishes like empanadas, ceviche, and Argentine steak and other premium meat. The international wine list features bottles from Argentina and one of London's largest Malbec collections.

Battersea is home to Santa Maria del Sur, a vibrant red-fronted restaurant that specialises in Argentine steak. The interior is rugged and rustic with original art on the walls. It's the ideal spot for a range of occasion. Try authentic dishes like empanadas, sandwiches, prime steak, and burgers. Almost all the wines are Argentinian, including a considerable Malbec range.

Family-run restaurant Bife serves regional dishes from the city of Córdoba. These classic recipes are served in a buzzy and slick venue with industrial touches. On the menu you'll see various Argentinian favourites such as roasted bone marrow, chorizo, empanadas, as well as meaty sandwiches, prime beef, and platters of meat for tabletop grilling.

In Wimbledon you can enjoy Argentinian food and shop for ingredients at Casa Argentina, a local restaurant and deli. This trendy monochrome venue brings authentic flavours to Londoners through its products and recipes. In the restaurant you can try a wide range of empanadas, Argentine beef burgers, grilled meat or veg dishes, and fresh salads.

Based in Broadway Market Tooting, Barra10 is a vibrant and lively spot for top quality steak. There are tables and counter seats in this green and black space. The menu focuses on premium chargrilled steaks but you can also opt for empanadas, gourmet sandwiches, or refreshing ceviche. There's a concise wine list that's mainly Argentinian.

West London restaurant Chamuyo is a comfortable spot for dining on Argentine steak. The elegant exterior is whitewashed with hanging baskets whilst the restaurant interior is full of natural materials and colours. Try empanadas or black pudding followed by steak or grilled chicken in a chimichurri marinade. Lots of Argentinian wines are available too. 

Unique restaurant Meat People is housed in a Grade II listed space in Essex Road. This quirky spot serves vibrant food with Argentinian and Spanish influences. The compact interior is trendy, the meat is carefully sourced from Argentina and Uruguay, and diners can either enjoy a slap-up meal or just some tapas plates with drinks.

Guido's Grill is a lively spot for Argentinian steak. It's a relaxed venue and sometimes there's entertainment too. Steak is unsurprisingly a popular choice at this restaurant but there are plenty of other options too include chicken and fish dishes or burgers. Various starters and desserts are available to complete the meal.

Chacarero Empanada House is a family-run destination in Dulwich for Argentine cuisine. Empanada pastries with tasty fillings are a speciality, made to family recipes. There are plenty to choose from, including vegetarian options. Get a takeaway or stop for something to eat at this cosy spot, which has indoor and outdoor tables.

Discover Argentinian cuisine on the outskirts of the city at Lomito. This restaurant is smart and upmarket with outdoor seating and a private dining space. The menu celebrates beef from Argentina but also includes European dishes with a South American twist. Steak fans are in for a treat but there are also dishes like lamb rump and vegetarian meals.

Situated just a stone's throw away from its parent establishment Zoilo, Florencio Pizza showcases Zoilo chef Diego Jacquet's unique Argentinian twist on classic Italian pizza. Drawing inspiration from his travels and life, as well as the Italian influences imported to Argentina by immigrants, the pizzeria delights its guests with pizzas crafted from 48-hour fermented dough. These are complemented by a selection of fine wines, all within a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.