We celebrated 36 years of marriage at El Gaucho in Vancouver, and we honestly couldn't think of a better way to mark the milestone! From the moment we walked in, the personal touches were amazing. They had personalized our menu, left a signed congratulations card on our table, and even scattered rose petals across the tablecloth. It made an already special night feel truly unforgettable. Our waiter, Scott, was fantastic and funny--he made the entire evening so memorable! Pro tip: Do yourself a favor and specifically ask for Scott when you make your reservation. We ordered from the Prime Hour menu, which is an absolute bargain. You get to choose between soup or salad, two different entrees, and two different desserts. We both went with the seafood Tagliatelle, and wow. It was so rich, generously loaded with halibut, scallops, shrimp, and prosciutto in an incredible lemon pasta sauce. Note for future diners: They do automatically include a 20% service charge on the bill. However, Scott's service was so exceptional that we happily tipped extra on top of it. Save your pennies, do yourself a favor, and book a table ASAP. You won't regret it! read more

El Gaucho Vancouver - Crème brûlée top with fruit and a Madeline cookie - Steakhouses Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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You can probably guess that El Gaucho is an Argentinian steak house. The interior is very nice and if you get a window seat, you get a nice view of the Vancouver waterfront. Parking was a little tricky for first timers. Most of the parking is street parking but there in some underground parking available. My friends ordered the filet mignon while I ordered the Sirloin steak medium rare with grilled prawns. We shared the sauteed mushrooms and the crab mac and cheddar cheese. My steak was very good though the outside was a little crispier than I like it. I have eaten Argentinian steak before at another restaurant so i guess this is how it is cooked in Argentina. The mac and cheese was very good though the macaroni noodles seem way large. Service was impeccable and you do get what you pay. Noise level was moderate. read more

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El Gaucho already charges premium prices, so adding a mandatory 20% service fee that does not go directly to the servers feels deeply unethical. Most customers naturally assume a charge of that size is a gratuity for the staff who provided the service. Structuring it otherwise creates a misleading impression and lacks the transparency I expect from a high-end restaurant. I have no issue paying for excellent food, service, or even higher menu prices. What I object to is a pricing practice that appears designed to make customers believe they are rewarding the servers when they are not. Trust is a critical part of any fine dining experience, and this policy has completely eroded mine. Because of it, I will never return to El Gaucho. read more

We had the most wonderful evening celebrating a very special 50th wedding anniversary! The staff was absolutely amazing, the food was delicious, and the personalized anniversary menu was such a thoughtful and perfect touch. They even wrapped the menu in plastic so we could keep it as a special keepsake from the evening! Such attention to detail made the celebration even more memorable. And the bananas Foster was the perfect way to top off an incredible night! Thank you for helping make such a meaningful milestone celebration extra special. Everything was wonderful from start to finish, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! Highly recommend! read more

This was our first dining experience at El Gaucho Vancouver. We celebrated our 20th anniversary and couldn't have been treated to a better experience with our server, Scott. We loved the extra touches like the personalized menu, the thoughtful card and little treats from the chef. We look forward to celebrating future special occasions. read more

The service as always was impeccable. I love that our favorite server remembers our favorites and always is friendly and has a smile. The dessert we took home unfortunately was burnt. read more

Brad, the bartender gave us amazing service. The food was excellent highly recommend. We had the escargot, steak, tartare, and the wicked shrimp. The drinks were tasty too. The place is so cute and modern and chic they gave off good vibes. will be back again for sure. read more

As first timers at El Gaucho we were blown away. We arrived a little early for our reservation but were sat shortly after. I had left a note on our reservation that we were there to celebrate a birthday. To both of our surprise they had customized our menus and set up our table with rose petals! We couldn't contain our excitement and truly appreciate the thoughtful touch. The service provided was excellent, especially in a busy buzzing place like this. I would have loved to try a different entree but was told they were sold out! Oh well, we will be back (: read more

El Gaucho Vancouver - Customized menu - Steakhouses Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Its rare that I am in this area, but needed to get some sides for dinner, so stopped by here as it was the closest place offering what Iam looking for. I ordered the mashed potatoes, corn, and scalloped potatoes for take out from the bar area. I liked that there was a seat at the bar too wait at and also have a cocktail. The bartender was nice and busy the whole time making cocktails. It did take a bit longer than I thought to get the food, but I made the most of it by relaxing at the bar area. The sides were good and I did like that they included some of their garlic bread, which is one of my favorites. read more

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The food and drinks are not bad, but what I'm pissed about is getting my bill and seeing a 20% service charge added to the bill. Right below that is the tip line. Why the flark do companies do that? Advertise prices on the menu, and submit the bill based on those numbers. Do not be corporate slime and add hidden charges like this. Total scum of restaurant leadership they decided that this is a good idea. read more

We went to El Gaucho in Vancouver for their special Mother's Day brunch. Since they normally don't open during the daytime, we were excited to try it and expected a premium experience given the price point. Unfortunately, it was a major disappointment. We arrived right at 12 p.m., and many buffet items were already empty or close to empty -- smoked salmon, oysters, salad plates, and several other dishes. We waited thinking the food would be quickly replenished, but restocking was consistently slow throughout the entire meal. Even after multiple reminders, they would only bring out very small amounts at a time despite long lines of guests waiting. To their credit, the ambiance was nice. The Mother's Day decorations, live music, and small bracelet gift were thoughtful touches. However, the food quality and service simply did not justify the cost. At $100 per person plus service fees (close to $600 total excluding tips for our group of four), we expected a much more organized and well-stocked brunch experience. The most surprising part was that a steakhouse buffet didn't even include steak. Sadly, this experience made us question whether we'd return for their regular dining service. read more

Everything is a treat at El Gaucho. Exemplary service, wonderful food and lovely atmosphere

Went to this restaurant on the recommendation of party members. We had a large group and we were seated in a separate dining room. (We made a reservation, because our group was 12 total). We ordered the table side Caesar salad, which was so fun. Many of the party ordered the steak El Gaucho and we shared scallop potatoes, crab mac & cheese and grilled veggies. Then finished off our delicious meal with bananas foster. The servers were so gracious and took such excellent care of our party that each of us felt wonderfully cared for and all had a special night. read more

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As always, the service and food were impeccable. We celebrated our anniversary. The lovely personal touches - rose petals, card and menu made us feel special. It was our first time trying filet mignon week and it did not disappoint. Keep up the great work! read more

My first visit to El Gaucho was a great experience. We were seated at a riverview table but it was too dark outside to enjoy the view, and the privacy curtain further blocked what little scenery might have been visible. The personalized details were a nice touch: a special menu, scattered flower petals, and a card signed by the staff. However, unlike other locations, the names seemed to be printed or stickers rather than handwritten. I was excited to take home the custom menu as a keepsake, but a waiter spilled water and wine on it while pouring drinks, and they couldn't provide a replacement. Taste aside, the tableside presentations were definitely entertaining. The Caesar salad came with a five-minute show and was also the best Caesar salad I've ever had. We then had the traditional Chateaubriand for two, which also came with a show. Tenderloin isn't my favorite cut, but it was still good, not as good as their ribeye. We wrapped up the night with Bananas Foster as dessert, mainly for the show. While the flaming presentation was fun to watch, I knew I wouldn't like the dessert the moment I saw the server dump a deadly amount of brown sugar into the pan. As expected, it was way too sweet and we didn't finish it. Convenient parking in a new garage just two blocks away. Restrooms are in the common area shared with other businesses. While the diminishing return was real, I had an amazing experience as a first-timer and became a fan of El Gaucho. read more

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We were there for a meeting: 1. Free Valet Parking. Recommended! Handsome devil! Prompt! 2. Free Dinner. Meals pre-ordered. Choices: excellent, pleasing! 3. Customer Service. Very Friendly! 4. Food. They were all excellent! Packaged leftover, fit neatly inside a paper handle bag! :) Portions, perfect, too! 5. Restroom: Sadly, none of us need to go there, so can't say anything about that. Other than that, here are the photos of that evening. Enjoy! Thank you, it was a bonus birthday party for me. ;) read more

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Our server, Daniel, was fantastic. The food was delicious, and our special cocktails were perfect! read more

El Gaucho Vancouver - Steakhouses Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

I took my mother here for a special birthday dinner in late May 2025 close to June. I joined their Revelers rewards club program a few years ago which is free online. The program includes complimentary wine tasting in Walla Walla at their winery and special offers throughout the year at El Gaucho and their restaurants and lounges in Oregon and Washington. It's a very fancy dining experience which is a bit pricey, so every year I didn't go, but was intrigued. This year the Revelers program sent me a special for $50 off if you spent $100 or more for dinner. That seemed like a pretty good deal. We had just had a super bad experience at another restaurant in Tigard (Kona Grille) so we weren't sure if things would work out spontaneously. I called El Gaucho and they told me they could get me a table for two for an early dinner experience. When we arrived we lucked out to get free street parking close by on the weekend. This was a blessing since the area was busy with people. Our table was decked out with rose petals and special birthday menus. We had the table side Caesar Salads and got a wonderful show. It reminded me of the special dining experiences a person might get at a high end cruise. The servers were all professional and old school with their fancy tuxedo uniforms. It was fun seeing them prepare meat at the other tables close by. The restaurant got busy with lots of people celebrating special occasions. They laminated my mother's menu and let her keep it as a keepsake. We ate so much food - we felt like we were going to have a heart attacks at the end. Definitely pace yourself and enjoy the full experience. They even gave us a complimentary fruit and cheese platter for dessert. I will definitely come back here. Revelers Club sent me the same offer again for July 2025. I may have to try their sister rooftop lounge Witness Tree next time. I hope to go back again soon but am thankful that they have a rewards and offer program for people on a budget like me. read more

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Very disappointing dinner to celebrate a birthday. Started with a terrible table location by edge of kitchen - high traffic corner with staff and next to a noisy fan. Had decorated table with birthday menu, card, rose petals (strange for birthday) so made it difficult to speak up to move tables. Turns out the AC was out and it was very hot in our section of the restaurant. While our server was terrific as well as rest of staff, the food was average. Steaks were unevenly cooked and mashed potatoes were dry. Red wine was served warm too. Unfortunately the prices did not justify the experience. Since the reservation was made in advance, noting it was a special occasion, staff should have considered the table location and fan/AC situation in advance. Not one person apologized or acknowledged how noisy or hot it was either. As if this was a normal situation for a $400+ dinner. read more

Amazing Experience in every way! Been frequenters of the Portland location for years, so happy to have a location so close to home! My children absolutely love it here, and I was surprised how child friendly El Gaucho is! From the staffs special attention to detail and entertainment. To the "special box" they receive with various toys and games that keeps them entertained without the need of any electronics. And then there is the menu a child menu with a beautiful steak along with other things available. And my children live on steak! And then on date nights, where my wife and I choose El Gaucho, to be able to start off the night upstairs at Witness Tree or even to end our meal up there with the amazing view of the Columbia and the even more amazing custom bartender creations made personally for us. We absolutely love it! read more

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Another wonderful experience spending our anniversary dinner here at El Goucho. They greeted us with a glass of champagne and an amuse bouche of octopus over potato drizzled with chimichurri as we looked over our specially made menus. We started with Wicked Shrimp appetizer and cocktails, next they brought out the wedge salads. Then followed by the sides and main event "The Filet El Goucho". Topped with a lovely Béarnaise sauce topped with medallions of lobster and asparagus spears. The steak was perfectly cooked to temperature of your liking. After dinner they brought out a charcuterie plate which we were so full by this point but saved a few bites for dessert. The charcuterie would best at the beginning when you are looking over the menu before starters. Everything is timed perfectly and the experience is divine. They really know how to take care of you here at El Goucho. We already made reservations for mid August to come back with friends. read more

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We were very excited to try another El Gaucho. It is in a new revitalized area and it is gorgeous. The restaurant happens to be in our hotel. Reservations were easy as we booked the day before for dinner. We got a call about patio seating as it was their first time opening it and it was a beautiful day out but hot. We tried it and loved it. You do lose the ambience of the restaurant though. Everything we ordered was on par and the bartender did a great job mixing mocktails. We had wicked shrimp, beet salad, wedge salad, lobster tails, halibut, and a shareable side of mash potatoes. I would recommend this one. If you would like to enjoy after drinks they have a rooftop bar called the Witness tree. read more

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Class and elegance here! Everything was very well done. Rib eye steak is cut at the table (they cut out the bone and give it to you ). Side of Asparagus was delicately crispy and fresh. Beet salad was very good, loved the chèvre and shaved Parmesan on it, rounded out the tartness of the acidic dressing. After dinner they give you a complimentary cheese/grape and cracker plate. Did you know...Red grapes are the best color for you! Good nutrients in the skin. Also ordered the three prawns add on. They were nicely grilled and meaty. Dessert--vanilla panna cotta was light and delicious, just a little in the small side. Waiter was attentive. Great place for a special dinner out! read more

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I came here for my one-year anniversary dinner and had an amazing time. Located on the Vancouver waterfront, the location is already amazing and you can go for a nice stroll before or after your meal. The inside of the establishment is spacious, with plenty of seating, and dimly lit for a romantic dinner. As we came for our anniversary, they had already prepared a table with roses and decor for us. Service throughout the night went above and beyond to make the occasion special, and I would come back just for it again. Starting our meal was their complimentary garlic bread, which was mouth-watering delicious and I could've had it for dinner alone. For our appetizers we got the calamari, Dungeness crab cakes, and wedge salad and we got the bone-in rib eye for our entree to share. Overall, the appetizers were alright. Definitely good, but nothing that stood out in particular. The calamari wasn't very crispy and the wedge salad had too much dressing for me (but! these are all personal preferences). Out of the three, I would recommend the crab cakes! The steak was great and our waiter was amazing to cut our steak to share. After our entree, they offered complimentary bites that resembled a charcuterie board and a complimentary dessert (we got key lime pie) that was delicious. Overall, I would still love to come back because the service was absolutely amazing and the ambiance was perfect. read more

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Phenomenal experience and service last night. Our server was amazing a d when I noticed that Cherries Jubilee was no longer on the dessert menu, he took it upon himself to ask if it could be prepared anyways. He went above and beyond in making sure everyone was taken care of throughout the entire meal. The food was fantastic, as usual. We had the filet mignon Oscar style, King crab legs, baseball cut sirloin, crab mac & cheese, and sautéed mushrooms. Everything was prepared perfectly and to order. The ambience was the only thing lacking. I usually go to the Portland location, which has an elegant old school mafia vibe downtown. However, I live in Washington, so the waterfront location is much closer. The restaurant was super loud. I also found myself missing the darker low light vibe and the leather booths. Overall amazing meal, and definitely recommend El Gaucho wherever you find one. read more

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Beautiful restaurant with a nice esthetic. Good for small or large groups with service one would expect from fine dining. Here were thr items we tried - Toast with cheese and tomato - a little soggy - Marinated chicken skewers were good - Cesar salad was a bit over dressed but croutons were crunchy - filet mignon that was tasty but very undercooked for request of medium - mashed potatoes were smooth - zuccini squash was decent If you're looking to go somewhere nice with good service and have a beautiful waterfront walk after your meal, this is the place for you. read more

Wife and I went to El Gaucho in Vancouver Wa, for our 34th anniversary. When we arrived, there were rose petals on the table, and a Happy Anniversary card. They began with a complimentary glass of champaign. As we continued, I had a Blanton's Old Fashioned, she had a glass of Rombauer Chardonnay. We had tableside Caesar Salad, probably the best we've ever had. For the entre we each had, Steak El Gaucho, 8 oz filet, with lobster medallion, asparagus, and béarnaise. I like mine rare, she medium rare and they were both prepared perfectly, plus a side of sauteed mushrooms. We were both stuffed but eyed the tableside Banana's Foster. It was for two but our server offered to make half an order so we could each sample the goodness. The service was excellent; the tableside preparation was showmanship quality. Our check was $363 and we tipped him $100 for outstanding service. We don't normally dine like that but as our 34th, we lived it up with Blanton's, Rombauer, filet, sides and Banana's Foster. Yes, it was expensive but we know where we'll be for our 35th. read more

It was my first time dining there. The restaurant was definitely crowded on a Tuesday night. It was a good sign. The interior of the restaurant is pretty dark but the table settings are quite open. I had a fresh green salad, salmon with mashed potato and a slice of plain cheesecake. All were very delicious. read more

El Gaucho Vancouver - Plain cheesecake - Steakhouses Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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Went on a Tuesday night and remarkably, this place was still pretty busy. This place has a reputation for pretty good steaks and my filet did not disappoint. We also tried the fish (salmon) which was good but fairly standard. So why the meh score? Two things: with entrees averaging $65, plus double that if you want a salad, apps, dessert, tip, tax, etc. I'd want an unforgettable meal but the food was not that dissimilar to what I've had at chain steakhouses (e.g., Outback, Texas Roadhouse, etc.). So the jacked up prices are for service (pretty decent) and atmosphere (dark and unexpectedly loud). Dim is romantic, but loud is not romantic. If you like lots of waitstaff at your beck and call, and you're OK paying for it, this place is for you. Also, like Portland's South Waterfront, parking in Vancouver's Waterfront area can be a challenge (to find an open street space on weekends & evenings) and is a meter feeder M-F 8A- 6P. read more

El Gaucho Vancouver - 6 oz. Filet Mignon - Steakhouses Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Our #1 favorite place to go. Outstanding in every way. They also make you feel very special! read more

El Gaucho Vancouver - Steakhouses Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

As always, the cocktails and food were delicious. The servers were prompt and courteous. We'll be back; thank you for a wonderful evening! read more

El Gaucho Vancouver - Steakhouses Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Took our son here to celebrate his birthday and had an amazing experience. Service, food and ambiance was impeccable. Only drawback was the cost but you have to pay for what you get read more

We had a fantastic experience at this restaurant! The service was top-notch, and everyone was incredibly friendly and helpful. We celebrated my son's birthday there, and despite the restaurant being quite busy, we felt well taken care of throughout the entire meal. read more

WOW - what an experience! This place feels like a snapshot of back in time classic Steakhouse with super attentive service. This place goes above and beyond with level of attention - from the coat check, to learning and using our names, all the way to the rewards program. We felt like we were out of our league! The food was incredible. The steak was clearly high quality but we wished it would have had a bit more of a spice / rub - BUT can totally understand that they went more classic to let the steak shine. The pork belly and mashed potatoes were heavenly! The ambience was great - dimly lit and very classic. I would say because of the cost this will be a special event type place - but the cost is well worth it! read more

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Service is exceptional. Food is always perfect. Refined and lively ambience. Highly recommended.

The experience at this location was awful! Service was good but we were a party of 5 and waited over an hour for our main entrees. When our meal arrived the steaks were overcooked! Quality was terrible for a tab that came to $800. Never again! read more

Absolutely excellent dinner, service, ambience. Restaurant is absolutely beautiful. Our server Daniel was amazing.

What a wonderful foodie experience! The server was very knowledgeable about the steak cooking process and the history of the restaurant. It just added to the lore of the experience. And the steaks were uniquely crisp on the outside with no juice leaking from the meat. Truly a touch of class! read more

El Gaucho Vancouver - Key Lime Pie - Steakhouses Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Don't go! Cold food took literally hours to get. Nobody's steak was cooked as ordered!!! A couple of people didn't even get their steaks until everyone else was finished. So they had them boxed up to go. Honestly, you could get better meals at a fast food place! On top of that they charge a 20% fee on top of the very expensive meals. Certainly not warranted! Don't go! read more

Very friendly knowledgeable staff, made our visit very enjoyable. We celebrated our anniversary and the staff were right on point with our celebration. read more