Unfortunately, this restaurant was another victim of Covid-19 and is now CLOSED. I wrote a great review 2 years ago highlighting the exceptional meal I enjoyed here, but as I returned in February of 2022, the establishment was all boarded up and a For Rent sign out front. So sorry to see this. read more

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My wife and I spent most of a week here m Argentina on a singular mission to eat as much high quality steak as possible. Al Carbon turned out to be our very favorite of all the restaurants we sampled -- so much so that we stopped by for one last meal here on on our way to the airport. The ojo was delicious -- perfect marbling, an ideal texture, and the fragrant scent of the charcoal grill. On our waiter's recommendation, we ordered it medium, which was ideal. We enjoyed the accompaniments of creamed spinach and fries, and absolutely loved the passion fruit "soup." When we come back to Buenos Aires from the States, Al Carbon will be a meaningful part of the impetus to return. read more

I visited Al Carbon as a departure from my usual Buenos Aires steak place I usually go based on Yelp's reviews. It's a few minutes walk from the Sheraton Liberatador where I was staying. I did not have a reservation and arrived solo around 9:30pm. I was immediately seated on the lower level at a comfortable table for two. Immediately I was greeted and offered a beverage. I opted for what else? A malbec. Additionally, I ordered the rib-eye steak and fried potatoes. The steak arrived perfectly cooked, juicy and with the right amount of fat. The potatoes were also crisp and not greasy. The decor has deep dark woods, white table cloths and expansive glass windows. They also take American Express for you business travelers. I think I was all in for around $40+ USD. Well worth it. The beef melts in your mouth! read more

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I've been walking past Al Carbon for years and when I look inside, it's always full. That was no different tonight, but I decided to go in and see how long the wait would be. Upon entering, I learned that they have multiple floors so I was seated upstairs straight away! The waiters spoke very good English which made ordering a snap. I love all cuts of beef so I asked the waiter and he highly recommended the ribeye. I ordered an empanada because I absolutely love them and added a side of mashed potatoes to accompany the steak. The empanada was different from any that I'd ever had. I am used to ground beef. This one was chunks of beef and it was amazing! I'm going try and duplicate this when I get home. The steak was cooked to perfection and the mash was good, but needed a little salt. I added a glass of Malbec and the meal was perfect. I was about to ask for my check then a patron nearby received an order of flan. I was full, but the flan looked really good so I indulged. It too was amazing and I look forward to coming back the next time I'm in town. read more

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We asked our hotel concierge for a recommendation that was casual (shorts, t-shirts). The temperatures were reaching in the mid 90's (36 C) and we didn't feel like dressing up. The restaurant was a short walk and easy to find. Upon arrival, we were immediately sat at one of the upstairs tables overlooking the first floor. A waiter approaches and the first thing out of his mouth is, "you pay cash or credit card?" Hmmmmmmm...why does it matter? Am I getting a different menu with different prices if I pay with a credit card? We both ordered filet since we are in Argentina and the beef is so good. This dish came with a mustard sauce that was a nice compliment. Also order a side of mashed potatoes which were probably the creamiest I've ever had. Bread was delivered shortly after ordering and we were too full for dessert. Then the bill comes. He drops it off and walks away, realizing that we had said that we were paying by credit card, stops and takes the check off the table. We glanced quickly at the total and it was somewhere around $2075 pesos. When he returned a few minutes later, the new check now totaled $3110. When we inquired about the change in price, our waiter suddenly didn't speak English very well. He asked another staff member to explain that the first check he gave us was for another table, hence the lower amount. Sadly I didn't have time to examine the first check's items, just the total. The food was good and the service was decent, I was just put off by the initial greeting and then the check fiasco at the end. Something leads me to believe that they're charging different prices based on how you pay. read more

The atmosphere here is very nice and upscale. No shabby or worn table linens. The wait staff is friendly and helpful. And very attentive. The wine list has a variety of wines to choose from and the prices are reasonable. The steak was good and done precisely to order. Deserts were large , easily enough for sharing. I would recommend this establishment and the staff. I will go back. read more

While staying in the microcentro (downtown) Buenos Aires and looking for some steak I came across "Al Carbon" This place has a nice ambiance and looks kind of upscale, at the time I decided to come in for dinner (7pm) it was not a busy time since Argentinians tend to have dinner late like 9pm and later. I asked for a steak (Ojo de bife) with a side of mashed potatoes; also made sure to ask for it "jugoso" which means for the steak to be rare. They did not disappoint and the steak was perfectly cooked (since I ordered rare this means it was barely, but that's what I had requested) Service here was good, they only serve 3 different kinds of beer including the local Quilmes beer. As an appetizer I had the beef empanada, it was okay but this is a place known for their meats. I would recommend you stick to ordering meats and enjoy your meal. read more

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Nice spot for a sit down dinner. The food was well presented. The chicken risotto is very delicious. It was one of the better meals I've had in Argentina. I would highly recommend this place for a romantic date night or nice family meal. read more

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First night in Buenos Aires and wanted to go and have some Argentinian steak. Found this place by a word of moth recommendation and it wasn't a disappointment. Great place off the tourist walkway. Pleasant, clean with some jazz playing in the background. I had a sirloin or Bife de Chorizo with some Malbec wine. And for desert a an apple crumble with vanilla ice cream. Excellent food and excellent service. read more

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Fantastic! Second restaurant we went to while down in here. The other steakhouse we went to was good, but this one was just simply a level higher. Its definitely a higher end restaurant and us classy folks showed up in gym shorts and t-shirts. Honestly if we came at a more popular tie, I don't think we would have been let in. Anyways, food was amazing. The Ribeyes were delicious and a better cut. The sides were equally amazing. It tasted as if everything was fresh without preservatives. The wine we had to pair with the food was fantastic. This is the place I would go to again and recommend people for. I would just recommend people dress nicer than we did if going for dinner or during a popular time. read more

My last night in Buenos Aires, and I realized I had not had an authentic Argentinian steak dinner. My first choice was closed for a special event, and I stumbled on Al Carbon. It was perfect! I wanted a small salad, and I ribeye steak. The food came quickly, which is exactly what I wanted because I was dining alone. Nice modern Decour without being too trendy. Gentle contemporary tunes made for an elegant evening. I highly recommend Al Carbon. . read more

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Good spot for an occasional nice steak dinner with company. Edibles: The steak is good, but make sure to be proactive in requesting that it be "jugoso" (they didn't ask me, and it came out overcooked). Other menu options are quite nice, even fancy, if not liberal in portion size. My empanada, for example, was particularly tasty and particularly small. Non-edibles: Nicer environment that in most local restaurants, but distinctively NOT characteristic of Buenos Aires. The interior belongs in a different city, although I can't identify which, just as I can't identify to which city the clientele belongs; you're quite likely to hear a nice variety of languages at the tables around you... that is, depending on how many other customers there are around you. And that brings up the interesting point of the service. It seems to be somewhat slow, or perhaps favoritistic. There was almost nobody else in the local when I arrived at 8:45, what should be the peak of dinner time here, and yet my wine and empanada took about 10 minutes to arrive after I ordered them. My attendant seemed to keep himself to two other tables. So I have mixed feelings about this place. I wouldn't recommend it as representative of what Buenos Aires has to offer, but it's nice for what it is. read more

Tried this steakhouse finding it nearby my hotel suddenly. It is really very cosy and decent place. Steak tried (1/2 portion of rib eye) was very good, "medium rare" cooking was real, good choice of wines. Place is loved by locals so, at 8pm it is quite busy. Service is quite efficient, nevertheless. read more

One of the must visit place here in BA I come here every time I travel to BA good food nice atmosphere it's a little pricey but with the recent drop in Argentina peso it's not bad at all make sure to order the steak you'll love it. read more

Meh. This is after two visits and both were the same experience. Steak was mediocre, over cooked when asked medium rare. Service both times lacked any hint of service. Slow to acknowledge, and with annoyance. And a bit overpriced as well for the steaks and sides. read more

Wasn't expecting much after the previous poor reviews, but I was pleasantly surprised. The gnocchi was the best I've had on this trip to Argentina and the spread for the bread is great. My wife enjoyed her risotto quite a bit as well. We can't speak to the steak - perhaps that is the reason this place hasn't been well reviewed, but their pasta is quite good! read more

Very good. Stayed two blocks away for two months a few years back. Became a regular stop. Career waiters which means better service than if college kids who see it as crappy job until they graduate. I like the sausage and matambrito de cerdo best. Usually walk to kilkenny irish bar for drinks and live tunes after dinner. read more

One of the best restaurants in Buenos Aires! This hidden gem has some of the best and yet most affordable food in town. Their fish, chicken and beef dishes are all delicious and their wine menu extensive. The atmosphere is cozy, yet contemporary. And the prices affordable. read more

3.5 stars. I stopped for lunch and even though most of the restaurant was empty, they wanted me to have had a reservation. They provide menus in English and the staff also knew some English so that helped. They also take credit cards and had wifi. The interior was nice and had character. My food was worthy of 4-stars. I had shrimp and mango ice cream for dessert. read more

A relatively hidden gem. Small on the outside, initially small on the inside. Fantastic happy hours, gets busy with locals as the night goes on. Great food, freshly cooked. Highly recommended. read more

Staying in Puerto Madero/Buenos Aires for a work trip and wanted to have a good steak dinner. This place was close by and seemed more reasonably priced than many of the PM restaurants, so I decided to give it a try. It was extremely delicious. Not the best steak I have ever had, but certainly very good. Along with my rib eye, I also had the grilled Provolone appetizer (highly recommended), creamed spinach (more like puree, so so), grilled pepper (recommended), along with the house Malbec (recommended). For dessert had the chocolate torte (recommended). Total was 50USD. Service was fast (about 10-15min). Would definiltey recommend. read more

The prices are good for the area and the selection is also on par. The appetizers offer a wide variety and the meat selection is good. We had the a single pork sausage (chorizo) an order of Mollejas with the chimichurri and "salsa". It was crispy and not under cooked. Having had meat for lunch at another establishment, I was looking for a pasta and that selection is very limited. So I just ordered a Bahia salad and called it a dinner. I would come back as my coworkers enjoyed their steaks. read more

We were offered a sit but nobody came to serve us. We were ignored for 15 minutes and left the place. Terrible service.

Had a great meal. Trusted the waiter and had the skirt steak and a wonderful Malbec. All was top notch and non-pretentious. Enjoyed very much! read more

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I walk down this street quite often going from the office to my hotel but this was the first time I noticed what appeared to be a nice steak restaurant. This street has a lot of lower priced casual outdoor seating bars with some food options that are popular with a younger crowd. I peered in the window noticing the plates looked good so made a mental note of it on my way to my favorite beer stop at Patagonia. After downing a great Amber Lager with their salty corn nuts I decided to walk back to the steak restaurant to give it a try. As others have noted, I was immediately greeted by a nice hostess and was seated quickly. I was then acknowledged immediately by the waiter, but in Spanish (so I had no idea what he said). He then came to the table and immediately figured out that I was incompetent in the Spanish language and he immediately started conversing in English. He was very nice and quickly zeroed in on exactly what I was contemplating - which variety of red meat and red wine shouldn't I select. He quickly led me to the right decision. A rib eye with a nice Argentina Malbec. Both were great. Steak was tender, cooked to a perfect medium rare, served hot right off the grill and the wine was full bodied and smooth. Thought my extended meal the waiter was very attentive and helpful. I found a new gem in the neighborhood and will became a regular. I failed to document the succulent meal with a picture but if I had been more astute you would see a perfect steak with a nice red wine and a variety of bread options and dipping sauce. read more

This steakhouse did not disappoint! We ordered the Rib Eye Steak and the grilled salmon fillet both of which were delicious. The delectable food was accompanied by excellent service. Our waiter, Walter, was friendly and personable, snapping pics of us and with us throughout the meal and providing excellent recommendations. With such welcoming service and menus in both Spanish and English a tourist can feel right at home while enjoying authentic cuisine. Would recommend to anyone! read more

Just got back from dinner at Al Carbon. I went there based on reading Yelp reviews and it was only two blocks walk from my hotel. I was very underwhelmed. I was eating alone and was seated upstairs in a back corner kind of out of the flow. I understand the pace of servuce and dining in Argentina is slower than US standards but someone should have come by in the first 15 minutes to at least ask if I wanted a drink or wine. That at least would have made the waiter's measured indifference more tolerable. I ordered the beef empanada as an appetizer, the special skirt steak as my entree and creamed spinach as my side. I wish I could report on the empanada but alas it never came (it was not on the bill however). Maybe I just do not understand what to expect from skirt steak. This was one not particularly flavorful. It needed a lot of boost from his friends salt and pepper. Fairly chewy and sinewy...like lots of others I've had. In Argentina, the land of the famed gauchos and cattle, I had expected better. The creamed spinach was good. It was really more of a creamed, pureed spinach. No chewing required which was good because I had exhausted my molars and mandible on masticating the meat. read more