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Che Argentine Grill

Steakhouse
Location Pointer 128 Jan Smuts Ave, Parkwood, Randburg, 2193, South Africa
4.7
(2556 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace

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Oscar, a native to Uruguay, came to South Africa as a young boy. He quickly fell in love with the vibrancy and eclectic mix of South African culture, particularly its love for great meat. As time wore on though, he began to feel a little homesick, not least for his moms homemade recipes and wondrous cooking persona.

Oscar decided to take it upon himself to start recreating recipes from home, making mouth-watering empanadas and assados to match. Having perfected these homemade recipes, Oscar was introduced to Bernardo, a flamboyant national who came to South Africa from Argentina just 4 years ago. The pair quickly became the best of friends and through grit, sweat and determination, decided to start a business selling empanadas at the now famous Arts on Main in Maboneng.

Before they knew it, Oscar and Bernardo were selling hundreds of units every weekend. They found a terrific gap in the market and with growth came an expansion into other food items, including pork and sirloin sandwiches served on the open fire grill (now famous in the CBD region).

Having done the market business for quite sometime, the only other logical route was to upscale to a restaurant; something unique and off the cuff. But where? Hence, in the deep and mysteriously cool setting of Maboneng Precinct, CHE Argentine Grill was born. A true and authentic little Argentina situated in the heart of Joburg, with grills to tickle your taste buds and good company to welcome you in…Enjoy!

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 20h00

Reviews (2556)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.4
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.8
  • Stephanie D. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Khamo Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 Apr 26
    Best empanadas. Especially the corn and cheese

  • Andrea K. Dined: 2 days ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 Apr 26
    Loved the starter (empanadas) and dessert (cream caramel) as part of the Restaurant Week menu. The mains were good but not near the best we have had (rump, pork belly, schnitzel). Service was satisfactory.

  • Timo O. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 Apr 26
    This place was recommended by a good friend and it was better than we expected. The atmosphere is beyond amazing and the food too. Definitely will go again when in Joburg

  • Dawie N. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 12 Apr 26
    Always a 5star experience, driving 2hours to eat there🤩

    Che Argentine Grill responded on Sun 12 Apr 26:
    Dear Dawie, Thank you so much for your incredible support! It truly means the world to us that you travel such a distance to dine with us, we’re honoured to be worth the trip. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more 5-star experiences! 🤩 Warm regards, CHE Argentine Grill

  • Oliver Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 12 Apr 26
    Special ambiance , food excellent and service amazing!

    Che Argentine Grill responded on Sun 12 Apr 26:
    Dear Oliver, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the ambiance, food, and service. It truly means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warm regards, CHE Argentine Grill

  • Willie L. Dined: 5 days ago
    4
    Food 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 11 Apr 26
    Good service. Friendly and attentive staff. For a steakhouse - all of our steak was tough and stringy, prepared to order - If no corkage, a Malbec cannot be the ‘24 vintage. Good selection of wines, just needs more depth.

    Che Argentine Grill responded on Sat 11 Apr 26:
    Dear Willie, Thank you for your feedback and for your kind words about the service, we truly appreciate it. We’re sorry to hear that the steaks did not meet your expectations. The cut selected was part of our SA Restaurant Week menu, and while we always aim for consistency, we regret that this was not your experience. We also offer a wider selection of cuts on our à la carte menu, which may better suit different preferences and expectations. Regarding the wine, our Malbec selection is more recent, with 2021 being the oldest currently available, however we do offer other varietals with more mature vintages. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience, your feedback is valuable to us as we continue improving. Warm regards, CHE Argentine Grill

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