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El Charrua

Caseros 221, Salta, Argentina
387 432 1859
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Ranked #8 of 110 restaurants in Salta
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, Late Night
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, Late Night
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London
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82 reviews 82 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

One of the best Ojo de Bifes I have had. Perfectly cooked, and massive. Must have been at least 500g and my wife and I could have shared it. As well as having the plain grilled meat, they have some constructed dishes on offer. My wife had lomo with potatoes, stir-fried veg and Malbec sauce. It was really tasty but... More

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See 2 more reviews by Alan R for Salta
Muskoka, Canada
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21 reviews 21 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013 via mobile

The food was just fine, the atmosphere good, the service slow but competent. Two things marred my visit: 1. After waiting ten minutes for the waiter to return with my credit card and passport, I went to the cashier and completed the transaction.He was ignoring me totally as he tended to new tables. 2. This restaurant has a tradition of... More

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See 3 more reviews by rjay65 for Salta
Palm Springs, California
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110 reviews 110 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
96 helpful votes 96 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013

Having tried many many places throughout Argentina, we were pleasantly surprised by how flavorful the bife de chorizo was. Grilled exactly per our request, and very tender, it is really one of the better parrilla experiences we have had. The morcilla, however, could have been more flavorful, but was still tasty. The service was attentive and prompt, despite the place... More

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Hannut, Belgium
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33 reviews 33 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

We came here by chance as we walked and felt hungry all of a sudden. A little off center. We were there for lunch. I had a salade niçoise and my husband empanadas. Great service. Would defenitely recommend.

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See 3 more reviews by Orlando01 for Salta
Rockville Centre, New York
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154 reviews 154 reviews
95 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 54 cities Reviews in 54 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

If you like meat -OK. It is as others are in the area. It is a local spot that fills up with friends and families. The staff is busy an will not give you a lot of attention. Their specialty is meat. Do not order anything else. They do not know how to cook fish and their empanadas are rather... More

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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20 reviews 20 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

We went here because of its rating in trip advisor. There was no music when we first went in and some maintenance in the bathrooms. It was also quite empty and we were unsure. However, the place feels open and welcoming. Our waiter was very helpful and patient with our broken Spanish. We were brought a lovely bread basket with... More

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rome
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26 reviews 26 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

we asked for their famous parrilla that was so huge we could not finish it. Have a look at what they bring the other tables so you can judge, in 4 we should have ordered a parrilla for 3 and it would have been more than enough!

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See 5 more reviews by lacicalamaura for Salta
Ottawa, Canada
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63 reviews 63 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
91 helpful votes 91 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2013

We tried this restaurant on the recommendation of our hotel. The service staff are exceptionally attentive and the menu offers quite a variety of foods. Loved the marinated pinto bean dipping sauce that comes out with the bread – very tasty! Overall, the food was good and there is a good wine selection. The first night we shared a lasagne... More

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Salta, Argentina
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 13, 2012

We went to this restaurant twice while in Salta. It is a parilla and offers exactly what is advertised. The steak, cooked jugoso, was superb. On the first visit I had pasta, which was very nice if you need a break from Argentinian meat, but the the meat was the highlight of the second visit. Accompaniments are also very good,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2012

I went to this restaurant 4 times during my stay in salta. The food is great, specially the meat. I recommend the meat!

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