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El Gaucho


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4.0 of 5 stars 71 ratings
71 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#4 of 46 restaurants in Oranjestad

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5 of 5 stars
SAANT   12 contributions
Long Island,NY
Nov 12, 2009

One of the best steaks we have ever eaten... Great atmosphere. more

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5 of 5 stars
pn2bns   4 contributions
North Haven, CT
Nov 6, 2009

What a great night at El Gaucho -- food, atmosphere, service, and the sangria too!!! After reading reviews, we were all excited about our dinner and we were not let down, as this is definitely a meat-eaters paradise. The decor is classic Argentinian/South American and we were seated right away (as per reservation). As you walk through the many small... more

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4 of 5 stars
lisac20   22 contributions
Chesapeake, Virginia
Oct 26, 2009

Eating at El Gaucho was a neat experience. The atmosphere is unique and fun-- you eat off wooden plates amidst old-style South American decor. And I appreciated that the food seemed authentic rather than trying to be something it's not. We got great service from the staff, and we were very happy with the food. My steak was great, and... more

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5 of 5 stars
jmg77   1 contribution
PA
Oct 14, 2009

We've been to Aruba many times, and El Gaucho is our favorite restaurant on the island. The food is outstanding! To begin with, the toasted bread with dipping sauces puts any other bread and butter basket to shame. There is a wide array of steak and other meat dishes to try, which are all excellent. Most recently, we ordered the... more

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5 of 5 stars
Specialk2119   1 contribution
Orlando, FL
Oct 12, 2009

If you are looking for one of the best dining experiences in the Caribbean, El Gaucho is the perfect place! This Argentinian Steakhouse combines great atmosphere with delicious food to take you on a journey directly to a small village in Argentina. You would never know from the outside of the restaurant that you are about to experience a great... more

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5 of 5 stars
Harleymon   1 contribution
New Jersey
Oct 8, 2009

My wife and I stayed at the LaCabana Beach & Racquet Club from July 17-24 and capped off our honeymoon with our last night's dinner at El Gaucho. The steaks were out of this world: I had the rib-eye and my bride had the filet mignon. Both were cook to perfection and, although all the dipping sauces were tempting, neither... more

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4 of 5 stars
Badger_rob   4 contributions
Racine, WI
Oct 8, 2009

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary with my parents at El Gaucho. The service was excellent and the waitstaff was very attentive. We were even serenaded after dinner. The meal started with the conch appetizer. Very good flavor. I had the fish of the day, which was a pan seared grouper. It was fabulous. Nothing fishy about the flavor... more

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1 of 5 stars
yankee_girl1968   2 contributions
West Haven, CT
Oct 6, 2009

HORRIBLE. I ordered a small filet and asked for it med-well. When it was put in front of me I know right there that is was still mooing. Asked to have it sent back ( you know that it was spit on) and cooked med-well, like I had asked, came back out and it was still mooing, then the third... more

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5 of 5 stars
boja69   9 contributions
New Jersey
Sep 25, 2009

Just off the main street in Oranjestad. Good food and average service. Should make a reservation for dinner. more

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4 of 5 stars
FortWayne_INTeel   7 contributions
Fort Wayne, IN
Sep 19, 2009

My wife and I ate here for lunch, which was a blessing and a curse. First, the restaurant is in a questionable neighborhood. Given the fact that we walked here, I was glad we did so during the day, as I am not sure I would have been comfortable doing so in the dark. Moreover, we were able to take... more

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El Gaucho Address

Wilhelminastraat 80, Oranjestad, Aruba
Tel: 582-3677
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.