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Porteño

Porteño

Argentinian Restaurant$$$$
Chelsea, New York
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8.1/10
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    Rebecca M.
    "Try the empanadas to start and the mushroom risotto is great!"(16 Tips)
    John E.
    "Great authentic Argentinian spot in west Chelsea."(2 Tips)
    Alfred T.
    "Lomito completo — solid."(2 Tips)
    Chris C.
    "You have failed if you didn't order the gnocchi with lamb."(2 Tips)
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  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneDecember 19, 2012
    Cosiest spot in an area with little else. Friendly service and reasonably-priced and well-cooked Argentinian / American food. Seared salmon salad was cooked to order (medium rare) and succulent $12.
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    NicoleOctober 23, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    They import their empanada dough from Argentina! Friendly staff, great specials daily. Small place, so make a reservation if more than 2 people -- or sit at the bar.
  • Michelle W.heart icon on user image
    Michelle WilesJuly 7, 2017
    Cod entree is incredible - crunchy sweet potato on top is a perfect pair to the fish. The charred calamari is an excellent app as well
  • Angieheart icon on user image
    AngieJanuary 26, 2016
    Excellent service and the owner is a sweetheart! Their ribeye was juicy, thick and rich with flavor. Cooked just the way I requested. The bread pudding was equally amazing. A bit pricey but worth it!
  • Cheen T.
    Cheen The CuriousAugust 4, 2022
    Cocktails. Enjoyed their concoctions here including Chamuyo ($16, pictured), a citrus vodka-based drink, with bitters & orange & grapefruit juices. Wished it was stronger 😬
  • 7th.List
    7th.ListSeptember 23, 2012
    Argentinian specialties. There is a bar and dining area. On the menu, pollo a la paprika (chicken breast with skin thoroughly immersed in paprika), jujeña empanada. Dessert? budin de pan Read more
  • David Z.heart icon on user image
    David ZhangJanuary 2, 2017
    Well portioned and delicious sandwiches. Great lunch spot.
  • Sam M.heart icon on user image
    Sam MackeyOctober 13, 2017
    Absolutely amazing service! Could not have asked for a better place to finish off our New York holiday! The cocktails are amazing! 11/10 🙌
  • Elizabeth B.
    Elizabeth BursteinJuly 30, 2021
    Really enjoyed the malbec at the top of the wine menu, the malbec braised ribs. Brady got the sandwich and a potato empanada app. Nice service. Sat outside.
  • John E.heart icon on user image
    John EMarch 28, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Great authentic Argentinian spot in west Chelsea. The Lomito Completo sandwich (similar to a Chivito) is unbelievably delicious. Restaurant is small but extremely cozy.
  • Cheen T.
    Cheen The CuriousAugust 4, 2022
    Grilled shrimp salad ($19) was yummy. Smokiness from the grill paired well with the crunchy lettuce & plump tomatoes
  • IrmaZandl Z.heart icon on user image
    IrmaZandl ZandlSlantMarch 21, 2019
    Very good. Would come here again if I lived in the neighborhood.
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    AleSeptember 19, 2017
    Cozy restaurant in Chelsea! Great Service and Atmosphere. Good for small groups (2-4) try the lomito sandwich and the cheese empanadas
  • Hanna P.
    Hanna ParkSeptember 23, 2012
    Great wine selection, fantastic service! The ribeye is pretty damn flavorful. For dessert, the avocado flan. It'll blow you away! Bread pudding is also delish. Sit at the bar :)
  • Cheen T.
    Cheen The CuriousJuly 30, 2022
    Empanadas. 1 for $5; 3 for $14; 6 for $27; 12 for $54. We enjoyed beef, chicken, & ham & cheese
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    KikaFebruary 7, 2017
    Nice wine selection. Tasty caprese empanada. Quiet, cozy ambiance complimented by an attentive wait staff. Great spot!
  • Michelle R.heart icon on user image
    Michelle RoblesNovember 12, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Porkchop, ocotpus, steak, empanadas, creme brulee, and bread pudding with dulce de leche gelato are the stand outs!! Amazing! Say hi to Jorge and Brent!
  • @JaumePrimero
    @JaumePrimeroJune 26, 2013
    Love this hidden gem in West Chelsea! Argentinian restaurants are hard to come by in NYC, definitely worth a visit!
  • Randy R.
    Randy ReynoldsJuly 12, 2013
    Great find in Chelsea, great atmosphere, wonderfully delicious food. I got the empanadas, so different from the mass produced ones
  • Leah P.
    Leah PepperMay 16, 2013
    This restaurant is a hidden gem. Amazing food and great service. The Bronzino and the bone marrow risotto are the best.
  • Shawn G.heart icon on user image
    Shawn GrantMay 5, 2017
    The skirt steak was Outstanding! I highly recommend
  • Tony L.heart icon on user image
    Tony LerroMay 18, 2014
    The pork sandwich was one of the best I've ever had. Amazing! Definitely coming back here again.
  • Debby B.heart icon on user image
    Debby ButlienFebruary 27, 2016
    Delicious food, friendly service, warm and cozy hideaway.
  • Morgan C.heart icon on user image
    Morgan CroneySeptember 17, 2016
    Excellent food; specials were great and highly recommend the palta desert
  • Adell h.
    Adell hkJune 12, 2018
    Service okay, moderately cozy. Maybe get the empanadas (staff seamed to enjoy them for afters). Calamari was tough and oily and braised short rib bland. Couldn't finish the creamed corn. $$$.
  • Francis U.
    Francis UdlerMarch 9, 2014
    Good food and portions, but it is not traditional argentinian. Dont expect parillada style
  • Brent M.
    Brent MitchellMarch 3, 2012
    Fantastic place with great food. Reasonable prices and nice wine selection. Owners and staff make you feel very welcome!
  • Rebecca M.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca MazzaSeptember 6, 2016
    Try the empanadas to start and the mushroom risotto is great!
  • Leury H.heart icon on user image
    Leury HidalgoDecember 6, 2015
    Ribeye Steak was 🔥👏. Please try the empanadas. All 3.
  • Michael V.heart icon on user image
    Michael VioléDecember 13, 2015
    The service is better than any place in Manhattan.
  • Robert V.heart icon on user image
    Robert VinluanNovember 3, 2015
    the Caprese empanadas are the best. Also get a steak dish.
  • Maria K.heart icon on user image
    Maria KolakowskaFebruary 7, 2015
    Cozy spot. Try the soup or empanadas for a quick meal.
  • Hectorheart icon on user image
    HectorJanuary 11, 2015
    Lamb is delicious. Amazing service.
  • Melissa H.heart icon on user image
    Melissa HouglandMay 3, 2015
    Empanadas. Great bartender. Octopus.
  • Jason H.
    Jason HellingerJanuary 7, 2012
    Everything I've had is really good here! Very reasonable too!
  • Vaughan R.
    Vaughan RouesnelApril 10, 2015
    Steak is huge.
  • Sandra v.heart icon on user image
    Sandra van LintApril 10, 2017
    Just went in to pick up friends, but looked lovely so would come back
  • Michael C.
    Michael ClarkDecember 29, 2011
    Grilled Calamari salad with tomato and avocado...super fresh and aromatic.
  • Cam G.heart icon on user image
    Cam GoldadeFebruary 21, 2021
    Empanadas! Wine! Pasta!
  • Devon M.heart icon on user image
    Devon MacDonaldApril 24, 2013
    Fantastic food and fantastic service.
  • Amy W.heart icon on user image
    Amy WangMarch 15, 2015
    Great wine and small plates
  • Jeff M.
    Jeff MeltonDecember 17, 2011
    The porkchop is out of this world amazing!!!!
  • Luz H.
    Luz HidalgoJanuary 20, 2012
    Spinach gnocchi with Lamb ragu. AMAZING!
  • Chris C.heart icon on user image
    Chris CaloMay 7, 2012
    You have failed if you didn't order the gnocchi with lamb.
  • Will L.
    Will LopezApril 20, 2013
    Eat the octopus!
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    KopernikusJanuary 8, 2015
    Rib eye steak!!!
  • Sulee
    SuleeOctober 10, 2013
    Yummy empanadas
  • Beth
    BethJuly 16, 2013
    Delicious!
  • Adam M.
    Adam MurphyMarch 28, 2012
    House made pate is the shit!
  • Lisa S.
    Lisa StefaniFebruary 20, 2013
    Fantastic!
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