We made reservations for a Wednesday evening for two people. The restaurant is located on a road where they are currently doing construction. We stayed in central Mendoza and it was only a six minute walk from our hotel. The inside has a gorgeous ambiance with several tables for two or four. It's very nicely decorated! We chose to go with the four course meal when making our reservation and it's a good thing we did because it was SO much food!! The food itself was excellent and the rib eye might be the best I've ever had. Each course was lovely and they did a great job of explaining the ingredients to us. We also got the wine pairing with each course. We ended the night with coffee and petit fours. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone going to Mendoza! It's delicious and reasonably priced for the quality and experience! read more

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My wife and I celebrated our anniversary last night at Azafrán. The space is beautiful, the staff -- reservations, host, sommelier and waiter Valentina -- was super helpful. We opted for the four-course tasting menu. (The seven course option is just too much for me.) My wife had the wine pairings; I had a glass of fabulous local Cabernet Sauvignon with the main course. I assume the menu changes with seasons so I won't bore you with descriptions except to say that each was lovely. There was an emphasis on local dishes deconstructed and put back together by a Michelin one-star chef. All in all, it was a lovely meal, in beautiful ambience, with amazing service. And a very happy anniversary. One tip: the restaurant's website indicated they were fully booked. I sent a WhatsApp message and it turned out they indeed had a table available. read more

Azafran was the best meal my friend and I had while visiting Mendoza. The ambiance definitely has the feel of a cafe bistro. Casual, yet fine dining. I do and don't like how they ask you to pick your own wine from the wine room. A roving sommelier should approach you to decide what will pair best with your meal, so decide what you're eating before you get up and go pick out a bottle. The self-service gives you a chance to browse the labels, but the wine room is also a dining room for a large party that has the feel of a private party room, so I kind of felt like I was disturbing the group. Back at the table, the amuse bouche of brie cheese and dried meat was a nice start. The burrata was super fresh, as was the veal carpaccio. The cochnillo is a must try. Not at all what I was expecting, but a very pleasant surprise. My friend and I ate here with a local, who informed us the dish is very popular in northern Argentina, but I could have easily been in India and not known the difference given the flavor profile. Absolutely delicious. I didn't think it could get much better, but then my filet en masa blew me away. Their version of beef Wellington, I suppose, although the dough is more doughy than that of the pastry puff on beef Wellington. The perfectly cooked filet, combined with the bleu cheese and ginger and carrot puree made for a party in my mouth. Nothing on the dessert menu really screamed our attention, otherwise we may have overindulged. Next time I'm in Mendoza, this will be the first on my to-do list. An overall great dining experience. read more

Amazing . Wow Mendoza treated me very well . Argentina was actually the only country I visited ( and I've been to a lot of countries) , the only one I was almost in tears when I left . Amazing ppl , so proud of who they are and respectful ... and it all reflects on their service and food :) I went here for lunch ... it was adventurous culinary-wise . The chef wasn't afraid to be creative and he delivered. I thoroughly enjoyed my food , service and the ambiance .. read more

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Having tried and failed to get a reservation here through the online process for several weeks, I decided to drop by one evening. I walked past and spotted a single empty table through the window, and lucked out and was able to snag it! I enjoyed a wonderful wine tasting, using the suggestions of the somm for lamb pairings. First was a 2015 Susana Balbo Torrontés with nice notes of apple and pear. It was so smooth and drinkable. Next was 2016 Zuccardi Series A Bonarda, which I'm just now exploring in Argentina, followed by a great 2015 Bramare Viña Cobos Malbec. All this for, with the current exchange rate, only USD $8! The lamb with the peas and Malbec created a velvety patina in the mouth that was uncommon and enjoyable. That said, I wasn't impressed with the lamb itself. The preparation was such that nearly half was difficult to cut and gristly to eat. It was my least favorite part of the meal, unfortunately. There is a nice vibe inside--classy but causal. They have a wine cellar that I could happily live inside, with all the options! Service was fine, if a bit inattentive. Altogether, I'm thrilled I was able to get in but next time would definitely not order the lamb. read more

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Food: 4.5/5.0 Service: 4.0/5.0 Value: 4.0/5.0 Decor: 3.0/5.0 Overall: 4.5/5.0 Truly excellent restaurant in Mendoza. Pricing is a bit pricey locally but very cheap globally. Food was extremely well done. Standard Argentine fare available on the a la carte menu, but the tasting is just that much more interesting. If only the boys from Clermont-Ferrand were ever to come to this country... read more

Another splendid case of Argentine hospitality. We made last minute plans for NYE dinner. They were fully booked and all they could guarantee is an outdoor table. We were barely seated and the hostess offered us a table inside since we were there for an early dinner. Upon seating they inquired about dietary needs or restrictions. Since my wife doesn't eat seafood, for the second course they presented a beautiful plate of beef carpaccio. The six course menu was well thought out with wonderful pairings of Rutini wines. Their Somm came by with each wine and presented them with a full description and each time offered us a taste. The service, the food, the presentation and hospitality were all fantastic. Azafran came recommenced by one who had lived and worked in the area for several years. They certainly did not disappoint. We only wish our stay in Mendoza was longer so that we could experience Azafran again. read more

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Quaint and intimate setting, with one of the most charming wine rooms I've seen. The staff were very attentive and helpful. Now let's talk abut the food... OMG our best meal in Mendoza! The ribeye was delicious and bursting with flavor on a bed of pumpkin compote and onion compote on the side. The combination was simply divine! Just when we thought it couldn't get any better, we had the dulce de leche creme brûlée; this took the experience to the next level. read more

Azafran - Argentine Near Me - Mendoza, M

I'm writing this mid-meal. That's how impressed I am by Azafran! This salmon is to die for, seriously. I could die now and feel pretty happy about it all. They have a pre-fixed lunch menu of 3 courses and a drink of your choice. I've done the trout, salmon, and apple crumble. So far the trout was light and refreshing and the grilled salmon is like butter in my mouth. The cauliflower purée is so creamy! I can't wait for the dessert course because I'm blown away. I came on a Tuesday for lunch by myself and was sat immediately and the staff was great. Hang on while I finish my divine salmon and get to dessert.... (in real time you'll be waiting like 20 minutes, but thank goodness for the internet) And we're back...the dessert was an apple crumble with cinnamon ice cream. It was delightful! The ice cream was a little overpowering of cinnamon, but outside of that, perfect. This was a beautiful, relaxing lunch and a meal I won't forget! For tourists looking for an amazing experience, this is it. In total it was $15 USD. A meal well worth more! read more

Just had dinner at Azafran and it was wonderful. Our server, Camilla was perfect. So sweet and attentive. The tomato's and garlic, and cream brûlée were the best I have ever had. The cream brûlée was topped with cream brûlée ice cream. Unbelievable. We had ribeyes and fillet. Flavorful but somewhat tough. All in all a great restaurant. So for the best in Argentina read more

They didn't let us share the menu items. We wanted to try the 5 course azafran experience. But we know how much food that is in South America. They didn't allow it for the 2 of us. read more

After walking past this twice trying to find it, we finally found the entrance! We didn't have time to make a reservation so were pushing our luck a little given how small and quaint the place is. Initially we were told their were no seats available - when the host showed us the seating chart there was a table that wasn't booked for at least an hour! Upon the promise that we would wrap up within an hour and be out of their way, they finally allowed us a cute two seater table along a wall lined with lots of nick nacks and ponchos. Firstly the wines they were pouring by the glass were great! We went with a bottle of the Don Davis Torrentes (our recent wine discovery of that day!!) So good chilled!! The food was all delicious - sadly we didn't have the time to order the majority of the menu as normal, so we focused on the best looking dishes: - Breads: The complimentary breads were awesome. Especially the delicious onion one in a spiral type shape. - Empanadas 3 ways (Beef, Ocotopus and Chorizo). All beautifully cooked. - Barrata and heirloom tomatoes - Soooooo fresh. Really enjoyed. - Smoked Salmon amuse bouche - A surprise treat from our server. Super fresh, cold smoked salmon. - Beef wellington with blue cheese - As one would expect, this was amazingly cooked beef. Perfectly cooked medium rare with a crispy pastry crust. Top notch. Wonderful mash potatoes and a bell pepper puree. WOWZERS! Highly recommended! Try and make a reservation Protip: There is an attached wine cellar where you can buy a bottle and bring it into the restaurant. Walk in and chat with the sommelier for some recommendations read more

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Excellent food, wine and service! The menu is limited in selections as an authentic chef hosted restaurant typically is. They will accommodate your requests. We'll definitely return. The reason I didn't give 5-stars is the food pricing is quite higher than previous reviews indicated. 3-courses $1800 ARP, but vino is reasonable read more

Wow... Run, don't walk to this restaurant - but be sure to get a reservation in advance... We had some of the best - probably top two octopus entrees we have had... In our lives... And that is across a lot of Michelin rated restaurants. Breads basket - an often overlooked item really delivers here - gourmet artisan bread. Wonderful risottos and lamb and empanadas to die for! We got the empanada sampler and tried all 6. How often do you see sweetbread or octopus empanadas? This place ROCKS!!!! Well priced - very fair for what you are getting. This and Don Mario are my favorite in Mendoza and the only places we were asking about coming back the next day before leaving! They were very attentive to our food allergies and the service was very friendly and attentive and helpful. read more

Azafran - Empenadas list and tasting menu... Also a great amuse bouche - Argentine Near Me - Mendoza, M

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This restaurant is very highly regarded and was recommended by several people. Reservations are required, although there were several empty tables when we went even though we supposedly got one of the last reservations. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. One of the unique aspects of this restaurant is the walk-in wine cellar where the somelier assists you in picking a bottle. There is no wine list. The menu is quite impressive. I enjoyed a pastry-wrapped filet with spinach and sweet potato and it was excellent. We had had a large and late lunch that day, so we didn't explore the menu as much as we would have otherwise, but it is clear that this is a top notch restaurant. The service was adequate but not up to the same level as the menu. Somelier was very helpful, though. read more

Azafran - Pastry wrapped filet with spinach and sweet potato - Argentine Near Me - Mendoza, M

This restaurant offers so much charm, great food and fantastic service in the city center of Mendoza--a welcomed surprise since so many of the fantastic places to eat are located within the wineries themselves. The menu featured a variety of really fantastic options, representing local cuisine from the region, and of course, with an emphasis on meats. All of the dishes we tried were really quite lovely and so flavorful. As with much of Argentina, you won't find a lot of heavy vegetable options, but hopefully that isn't what you are looking for in a dinner in Mendoza. I would recommend the pork since the bright apple and pineapple pairing is a fantastic compliment, or the ribeye, which was succulent and well paired with a hearty baked potato. The front page of the menu offers suggestions for wine pairings, but where this place garners most of its charm is through the cellar experience. If you choose to purchase a bottle of wine for your meal (which I highly recommend), you will be invited into the restaurant's wine cellar, a carefully curated wine shop right in the middle of the restaurant. All of the bottles are clearly marked by varietal and price, making it easy to find what appeals to you. Sommeliers are there to help, as well. This makes the experience really fun for the dinner guest. The interior of the space is charming, but definitely sit outside if possible on a warm summer night. The waiters are very attentive and will float between Spanish and English with ease depending on your proficiency of language. I would highly recommend making a reservation if you have a chance since this place tends to be quite busy. Also--make sure to visit one of the gelato shops across the street or around the corner for dessert. Yes, the desserts look lovely on the menu, but a stroll around the neighborhood with gelato is the perfect way to end an evening in Mendoza for anyone coming from out of town. read more

We had our first dinner in Mendoza at this restaurant. The first impression going was that of a cozy, casual chic space with an inviting ambiance. They only offer tasting menus, at least for dinner, which at a minimum have to include a combination of two dishes chosen from a list of several options from appetizers, entrees, dessert, etc. You can mix and match items such as an app and an entree, an app and dessert or an entree and dessert. There are also a few larger items in their menus under the entrees section that are big enough to share but if chosen you still have to select another entree as your second option. In other words you cannot chose an appetizer and then the larger entree alone, you essentially are obligated to choose two entrees if you want to have one of the larger shareable dishes. This was a stupid rule and a problem for us since we wanted to order several dishes to share and taste, but we also wanted to try one of the beef cuts which was only available as a large entree. Also the larger dishes were really big and probably too way more food than we wanted in addition to "smaller" sized entrees. Our meal started off with a nice, refreshing, complimentary Vermouth aperitif and a salami with cheese plate. Their home made bread was very good also. We ordered two appetizers and four entrees for three people. Again, this wasn't intentional since what we really wanted was three apps and three entrees for the three people in our party, but they wouldn't allow us to get the prime rib entree without ordering another main entree along with it. The mollejita (sweetbreads) appetizer was really good but the conejo (rabbit) was kind of dry. For our entrees we had the ojo de bife (rib eye) and prime rib. The meats were ok but not great, kinda tough and not very flavorful. The prime rib was huge, way more food than for just two people to share on top of another entree. Since we decided to only have the two dish tasting menu option we didn't get any dessert but their coffee was pretty good. Their wine list options are also pretty extensive. Service was attentive. Like in many other restaurants in Argentina, if you pay with foreign currency you get a much better exchange rate. read more

Food is truly average tasting. Good ambiance. Terrible service- you will be treated like second class citizen if you are not attractive or seemingly rich. We waited for 20 mins after each course and even 20 mins wait time for the check. If they tell you they are "full" and direct you to other restaurants, don't get fooled - they don't find you attractive, well dressed or rich. read more

So for as much buzz as this place gets it should be GREAT... I as just good for me.. the food was solid but nothing out of this world.. it is pricy and matches the price, but certainly does not go above and beyond. Had the white fish on a bed of coucous with kale, tomatoe reduction and shrimp.. all cooked very nicely. My husband had beef tenderloin with sautéed onions. one side of this tenderloin was perfect, the other side soggy because it was covered with the onions.. kids had pasta which they said was good.. the bread basket was yummy and sitting outside on a beautiful day in Mendoza was great. read more

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Incredible restaurant with a great wait staff and on premises sommelier. We started with their bread which was absolutely delicious. Then we shared appetizers of beef empanadas and mozzarella y pancake For dinner we had steak, pork medallion , beet gnocchi (incredible) and tuna We finished with creme brûlée- different but delicious. We paired with a bottle of Malbec blend made by casarena and glasses of espumante, torrontes and sav blanc read more

Azafran - The restaurant is beautifully decorated - Argentine Near Me - Mendoza, M

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If you're in the area make this place a priority! I had the rib eye and my boyfriend had the filet and we were in heaven! The best part is the wine cellar! They don't have a wine list, so instead you get to go to the wine cellar and pick a bottle of wine ranging from all varietals and price ranges. I didn't stop smiling for the two and a half hours we were there! We went on a Thursday and didn't have reservations so got there right at 7 and got a table. If we went later we might not have gotten a spot so make reservations if possible! read more

I just got done with an amazing meal. I shared the beef dinner for 2 which included a salad and mashed potato. Fantastic. The service was excellent. The staff was bilingual which helped with the Argentine phrases I was not familiar with. The wine was excellent. I never got to dessert because I was so full. Touche to Azafran. read more

Don't be blinded by all those stars.... fortunately the rudeness of the staff saved both myself and my girlfriend time and money. After reading the glowing star struck reviews we decided to turn a blind eye to those few bad reviews. So we gave it a shot on a slow night where they had us stand in the rain to stare at nothing but empty tables while they " checked if they could seat us " Bottom line they must not be in the money making business as they watched us walk away where we were seated instantly just a few doors down with the warmest of welcomes. read more

Azafran is one of the best restaurants in Mendoza! It's a fancy gourmet restaurant and you pay a third of what you'd pay in the U.S. I think I spent $52 USD for a 5 course meal and wine. I've been to so many "fancy" restaurants that are way over rated. Not this one. This one delivered and surpassed my expectations. The decor is just fascinated and the food presentation is a work of art! They have a wine cellar where you can pick your own wine or take recommendations from the sommelier. You also can take with you any left over wine! Mind that in Mendoza, wines are way underpriced for their quality! So, yes you'll be paying maybe $20 for a super great tasting wine! My brother and I took our sweet time and didn't want to leave haha. The empanadas are pretty good and worth a try as an appetizer. Everything we ordered was delicious. They also bring you a basket with assorted artisan breads, sticks, and crackers...and of course delicious butter! I can't wait to go back. read more

We came here specifically for the steak, since we had heard lore about how good it was. Make sure to make your reservations in advance! We went on a weeknight and it was so crowded, we ended up having to book a reservation for the next night. Definitely opt to pick out a bottle of wine--you'll be taken to a special room and you'll have your pick of Argentine reds. The steak is HUGE. More than enough for two people to split, and certainly the best steak we had while in Argentina. If you're there, you have to order the steak--they'll bring it out on a platter and serve it to you standing next to you. Worth it for the experience. The outdoor seating is adorable. This place is a must-go for your trip to Mendoza! read more

What a gem. Recently I had lunch here and highly recommend a lunch visit. The restaurant has a rustic, casual charm. The food options are varied enough to include a good variety of seafood, beef and pasta options. For approximately 350 pesos you can have a special lunch including your choice of appetizer, main, and dessert. I chose a corn soup (huge portion), beef with salad and potatoes, and a dulce de leche dessert. Everything was delicious. The sommelier escorted me to the front room (wine cellar) where she made a few recommendations on a wine to pair with my meal. Her top recommendation proved to pair perfectly with the meal. The staff here are friendly and attentive. I felt like I was welcomed into someone's home. Glad to have had help from the Yelp! community with this lunch decision. While I do not always agree with the reviews for some places, they were spot on here. read more

Upscale good quality restaurant with delicious food and wine. Generous portions, nice staff. Centrally located. A bit small so you may have to time your dinner carefully. Highly recommended. read more

Highly recommended, especially for lunch! The set menu includes three courses and a drink for 390 and the restaurant provides a flavorful, well-executed meal. The service was friendly and attentive. Lovely bread and oil, followed by seasoned dishes and a variety of flavors. My filet was beautifully cooked and the dessert was a lovely combination of flavors. read more

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Great place but as usual Yelp gets it all wrong. They moved out of Mendoza central 6 months ago. Look it up yelp.

This is my wife's account: We had two locals recommend this place to us. We were able to call for a last minute reservation. They only had outside seating... perfect. They start you off with rose. We both ordered the 5 course food and wine pairing. The timing of the food was perfect. Wines were local and unique selections. I took pictures of all the meals but I'm not going to upload them because it would ruining your experience. It is a nice place to dine. Only complaint, out of their control, a street performer came right near us and started singing, terribly, 'la bamba.' Other than that, everything was great. read more

Quite a dissapointment considering the high expectations I had with this place. We had two starters, Mollejas and Ceviche and two main dishes, Octopus with sausage and lamb meatballs with rise. The best thing of the night, sadly, was the coffee. The mollejas were tasteless and cold, the ceviche could have provoqued a peruvian cheff to commit suicide and the octopus was worthy of a really amateur cheff. Not at the level this place pretends to be. read more

Came here for late lunch around 3pm. Recommended by tour guide and confirmed by Yelp, which did not disappoint. Shared a huge beef tenderloin and mixed salad, got a young 2014 Malbec that went well with the beef. Great service and pretty little restaurant!! read more

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Fantastic place. Great wine selection and the food was outstanding. We just had the Menu Dégustation for our first visit last night which was superb. read more

I would highly recommend this place if you don't speak Spanish and will be comfortable with rude waiters. I tried, to be respectful with my mediocre Spanish and he literally laughed in my face. This by the way, included a Manager encouraging his team member. Without exception, my worst experience in the beautiful, friendly city of Mendoza. read more

Wow, this place is terrific. They set the stage perfectly by inviting you into their wine cage where their sommelier will hand select a wine with you. Their courses were extremely refined but rustic and well balanced. I would encourage anyone in Mendoza to eat here for a unique experience that wont break the bank. read more

To set a bit of context, my boyfriend and I are serious foodies. We like all kinds of foods ranging from street fare to Michelin star dining. And when we travel, we spend a significant amount of time researching where to go as we want to make the most of our time experiencing the local food scene. Needless to say, when we picked Azafran as our in town splurge meal we were expecting an innovative fine dining experience. Azafran unfortunately did not deliver. Don't get we wrong, it wasn't bad in any way, it just didn't live up to the hype from all the other 5 star TA reviews. The good?: the wine cellar as a wine list was quite interesting and they had an amazing selection with can please everyone's plate an price point. The service was attentive and we generally felt well taken care of. The food in was cooked to order, which can be a bit tricky in Argentina as they usually don't understand the concept of medium-rare (they like to eat their steaks 'on point' which basically means well done). The not so good? The menu was uninteresting from the point of view of someone who has travelled and eaten a lot in restaurants. We ordered the duo of empanadas. One was stuffed with sweetbread and the other with boudin (blood sausage). The boudin empanada was quite tasty but the sweetbread one lacked flavour and I had to ask the waiter the composition as I just couldn't tell. We also got the burrata pumpkin appetizer. I burrata is funnily enough served in a hot pumpkin purée like soupe, drowned in oil. Personally I didn't see the point of serving melted burrata. You lose the whole firm to velvety texture one usually craves for in a burrata as the whole thing just melted and turned into simple mozzarella. For mains we had the steak wrapped with a pastry, aka a beef Wellington. The cook for the steak was excellent as was the meat itself but again, it was just a beef Wellington. The description made it sound so much more. We also tried the lamb loin. Lamb was juicy and done also very well but again, nothing special as it was served on a pea purée. Overall, for the price we paid (120usd) we were disappointed. If you are looking for an over the top dining experience, I suggest you book a wine pairing lunch at one of the wineries instead. Ruca Malen, Lagarde were excellent! read more

This is a highly rated restaurant and I was not disappointed. Could not get a dinner reservation but I did get a lunch. They offer a fixed price menu. I had the two course menu that also provided water, wine and coffee as part of the deal for $980. The empanadas were the best I have had in Argentina and the salmon was buttery and delicious. Great place for lunch. read more

Honestly, one of the best restaurants I've ever been. Everything was so great here. The service was also awesome. Having a sommelier at the restaurant was a great perk. He helped us pick a great wine for our steak. Definitely a must in Mendoza read more

Food was on point. Sweet breads and Lambs chops were incredible. Very true to regional cuisine, wine and culture. Highly recommend. Wine pairing, eh. read more

Worth the visit! The food is so far the best yet that Mendoza has offered during my visit. The item I ordered for the most part was Beef Wellington just named differently on the menu. The meat was cooked to requested liking and Very flavorful! read more

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