If you’re in Buenos Aires, one thing you absolutely can’t miss is eating asado. But how do you find the best grill in the city? After trying all the best places, I can confidently recommend the top 5 asado restaurants in Buenos Aires, from super fancy spots that will look amazing in your Instagram photos to small grills run by their owners.

Let’s have a look at them! 

1. Fogón Asado (Palermo)

You know the asado is going to be cooked to perfection when it’s prepared right in front of you. That’s exactly what you get at Fogón Asado, located in the heart of Palermo, one of the trendiest areas in Buenos Aires. This restaurant is perfect for those passing through the city who don’t have time for a full gastronomic tour, as it offers a 9-step tasting experience that elevates the traditional asado to another level.

These are some of our highlights from the nine-step menu, each designed to showcase the finest flavors of Argentine cuisine.

• Blood Sausage | Quince and Apple Chutney – The traditional morcilla, served with a unique twist: a chutney of quince and apple, bringing a sweet contrast to the richness.
• Chorizo | Charred Paprika | Grilled Bread – No asado is complete without chorizo, served alongside roasted paprika and crispy grilled bread.
• Braised Asado al Papillote – A modern take on the classic asado, braised and wrapped in parchment paper for an extra tender finish.
• Pork Matambre | Cilantro Citrus Salad | Yellow Pepper Sauce – A flavorful matambre paired with a refreshing cilantro citrus salad and a hint of spice from the ají amarillo sauce.
• Ribeye Steak | Sweet Potato Purée | Vegetables in Chef’s Vinaigrette – The final indulgence: a perfectly cooked ojo de bife served with smooth sweet potato purée and seasoned vegetables.

2. Don Jorge (Chacarita)

From one of the most hyped grills in Buenos Aires, we move on to a hidden gem. Don Jorge (Don: Mr., a term used to affectionately refer to someone older) is one of those places where you can feel the “Argentine asado tradition” in the air.

This grill immerses you in the essence of Argentine asado, offering a warm and familiar atmosphere with the owners and waiters. It’s located on a corner in Chacarita, an iconic neighborhood in Buenos Aires (a peaceful area known for its history, vibrant streets, and the famous cemetery). To enter Don Jorge’s, you have to ring the doorbell—a charming touch that makes you feel like you’re visiting a friend.

The real highlights are the empanadas de carne they serve as a starter and (yes, we need to mention them again) the fries: crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and always piping hot.

All in all, it’s the best place to enjoy high-quality Argentine meat without pretension, in a family-style setting where you’ll find more locals than tourists.

3. Corte Comedor 

Nestled in the heart of Belgrano, Corte Comedor is another place where every detail revolves around top-quality cuts. What makes this spot even more special? It’s located right next to its own butcher’s shop, ensuring that every piece of meat is as fresh as it gets.

Everything is delicious, but the stars of the show are the mollejas (sweetbreads), tira de asado (short ribs), and fries with garlic and parsley to accompany the parade of meat cuts. Additionally, almost everything can be ordered in half portions, allowing you to try more and spend less.

As if all of this weren’t enough, these Argentine flavors are paired with wines from some of the country’s oldest wineries, Michelin-approved and all. So now you know—if you want to experience the most fascinating asado lore and enjoy a great glass of wine (or maybe a few), Corte Comedor is an absolute must.

4. La Carnicería

For those seeking a unique twist on the classic Argentine asado experience, La Carnicería offers something truly special. Right in the heart of Palermo, this restaurant embraces its name—literally. The interior is designed to resemble a butcher’s shop, complete with large photos of meat cuts hanging from the ceiling, giving the space an authentic yet modern vibe. A glowing wood-fired grill behind the bar sets the stage, filling the air with the smoky aromas of sizzling beef, drawing you in from the moment you step inside.

Oh, and let’s not forget the sides: the fries here are no ordinary fries—crispy, covered with light BBQ sauce, caramelized onions, and slices of chorizo. Another standout is the provoleta, a type of cheese made specifically for grilling or pan-frying, whose cylindrical shape allows it to be sliced into rounds. If our mouths water just writing about this cheese, imagine what happens when you taste it, especially paired in the same bite with meats.

When it comes to the meat itself, it doesn’t matter whether you prefer asado or vacío. Both cuts are cooked to perfection, and the portions are generous enough to leave you satisfied while still sharing a bit with the person across from you—without giving them a dirty look!

5. Don Julio (Palermo)

Another “Don,” Don Julio, is often mentioned, reviewed, and awarded as the best grill in Buenos Aires, and we must say that the quality of their asado lives up to the hype.

The meat they offer is of very high quality, from large steers (with each half carcass weighing at least 140 kilos). It’s flawless meat, the same kind that makes Argentina the global emblem of asado. On top of that, they make their own fresh and cured sausages in-house, using their own recipes.

While most grills buy their sausages elsewhere (for better or worse quality), here they maintain control over every variable: they decide how much bacon to include, what cut and blend to use, and how much and what kind of paprika to add. Don Julio plays and experiments with flavors, and as diners, we’re grateful they go to such lengths because it truly makes a difference.

A few highlights about Don Julio:

• Their wine cellar is incredible: it’s stocked with classic Argentine wines, limited editions, and unique bottles that only they have. It’s a whimsical cellar, like any good one should be, featuring not just the most expensive labels, not just the trendy ones, nor only the traditional ones. The selection spans provinces, styles, producers—everything that Pablo Rivero and his team love.
• Their molleja (sweetbread) deserves its own paragraph: it’s perfect. Slowly cooked over the fire, crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, a single piece of marvel.
• The cooking point: At Don Julio, there’s a perfect cooking point—the one you choose. That’s why they make the effort to ask each guest their preference for every cut and go the extra mile to serve the meat and typical Argentinian achuras (offal) at the exact doneness that will delight your palate.

6. El Ferroviario (Liniers)

El Ferroviario, located in the Liniers neighborhood, is a laid-back restaurant that combines the best of Argentine grilling with the inviting atmosphere of a bodegón. A bodegón is a type of restaurant, usually simple yet cozy, where the generous and delicious food takes priority over trends and fads. In a bodegón, the portions are hearty, the food is simple and homemade, and the spirit is all about coming with a desire to share plates among family and friends and trying different dishes.

The grill is the heart of El Ferroviario, particularly their juicy bifes de chorizo (sirloin steaks) and pollo a la parrilla (grilled chicken), marinated to perfection with a crispy skin that you won’t want to remove. 

Here, the side dishes are truly worth it. They’re not just something to accompany the meat; they’re delicious in their own right, especially the homemade fries (you won’t find any frozen, packaged fries here!), fresh salads, and the traditional beef empanadas that no good grill should be without.

But perhaps the real highlight is the service. From the moment you walk in, the staff is warm and friendly, as if they’re welcoming a guest rather than just another customer. This, combined with the typical bodegón decor of Buenos Aires (plenty of old silverware, historic photos, and other antiques), provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dinner in Buenos Aires.

7. Hierro Parrilla (San Telmo)

If you’re strolling around Buenos Aires, you can’t miss visiting San Telmo, one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods, where tango, colonial architecture, and the smell of freshly grilled meat combine to create a sensory explosion.

Located right in the bustling Mercado de San Telmo, Hierro Parrilla offers a unique experience that perfectly matches the atmosphere. Whether it’s the ribeye cooked to perfection or the famous choripán, this place knows how to do asado right. Sure, it can get a bit crowded—after all, it’s one of the busiest spots in Buenos Aires—but it’s totally worth it.

Last but not least, kudos to the staff, who are not only incredibly friendly but also speak English well enough to handle tourists who haven’t quite kept up with their Duolingo lessons.

So, which of these amazing restaurants are you visiting first? While a lifetime wouldn’t be enough to explore and review all the incredible grills in Buenos Aires, we believe these five options are an excellent starting point. From trendy spots in Palermo to traditional bodegones where you can eat to your heart’s content, these places are perfect for immersing yourself in the Argentine asado culture.