El Gaucho
Seattle, WA 98121
Phone: (206) 728-1337
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Wall Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Special Occasion Dining 2005
- Hours:
- Daily 5pm-2am
Editorial Review for El Gaucho – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
Don't be fooled by the high school gym-like foyer--"swanky" best describes the 1950s supper-club scene that awaits. Inside, the dining room rises dramatically in three tiers and the lounge, all mirrors and light, glitters appealingly. All steaks are dry-aged Angus; the filet mignon, chateaubriand for two and baseball-cut top sirloin (a nearly round hunk of meat) are fully satisfying. Start with the wicked shrimp and don't skip the Caesar, which is entertainingly tossed tableside.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkThe sommelier loves to collect wine, no matter how available it is. Selections low in quantity but high in quality may not make the wine list, so be sure to ask what's not listed.
Where to SitTableside service isn't offered at all tables--if you're into the experience, check where you'll be placed when you make your reservation.
The ExtrasA complimentary fruit, nut and cheese arrangement arrives after dinner and before dessert.
User Reviews for El Gaucho
05/02/2008 Posted by coffee2die4
The food and ambiance will really make your day. The people are extremely friendly, but sincere. Something on the menu for everyone. Fantastic place.
Pros: Excellent food, wonderful atmosphere, great people
Cons: Slightly high prices, but worth it.
04/09/2008 Posted by wseattlek
I should first of all say that I have only eaten there once. And the bill was very large for two people. But for a special occasion, it was amazing. The service was perfect, all of the food was impecably amazing. I'm not used to being escorted to and from the bathroom, so the little touches like that made the experience unforgetable. I will go there someday again when I have saved up enough money. :)
Pros: great dinner for unforgettable evening, some of the best service ever
Cons: very very expensive
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