El Gaucho in München

I don't like my steak rare, but even medium was quite bloody, which was a shame. I mentioned it, but there was no complimentary espresso or anything like that.

We went to El Gaucho at the Viktualienmarkt for lunch today and tried their new business lunch menu for €19. The combination of starter, main course, and dessert was a really pleasant surprise. We started with a creamy pumpkin soup, which was perfectly seasoned – just the right amount of spice, not too heavy. For the main course, we had a rib-eye steak on a skewer with roasted potatoes. The meat was cooked to perfection, beautifully juicy and flavorful, accompanied by crispy roasted potatoes – truly excellent. To finish, we had a pumpkin tart, which was surprisingly light yet packed with flavor. The service was attentive and friendly without being intrusive. The atmosphere is modern, cozy, and just so well-rounded – you immediately feel at ease. All in all, very good value for money and definitely a recommendation for a high-quality lunch right in the city center. We'll definitely be back.

There were seven of us at this restaurant. The meat was cooked incorrectly and many of ours still had tendons in it. The service left much to be desired. Even at the entrance, there was no friendly welcome.

It was very nice at your place!

Good quality meat, pleasant and unobtrusive service. Prices are on the higher side. Reservations are essential.

Fantastic food, disastrous timing and table concept The food was undoubtedly excellent – ​​absolutely top-notch in terms of taste, and the atmosphere was great too. The waiters were friendly and attentive; I would give them 5 stars for that alone. But the business concept ruined the entire evening. The tables are far too small, so there's hardly enough room for all the courses, drinks, and side dishes at once. At the same time, you only have a fixed two-hour time slot. If the service takes 30 minutes just to take your order, you effectively have an hour and a half to eat three courses for around €750. And then you're simply ushered out without any consideration. Even after asking, there was no leniency, no extension – nothing. You can clearly tell that turnover is more important here than customer satisfaction. It feels like a system: in, out, as long as it's revenue. Sustainable thinking? Wanting guests to want to come back? Nowhere to be found. Sustainable thinking? Wanting guests to return? Forget about it. *Sustainable thinking*? *Wanting* guests to come back? Not a chance. **Sustainable thinking* My conclusion: • Food: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ • Service staff: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ • Concept & customer service: ⭐️ It's a shame, because the culinary potential would be fantastic – but this leaves a bitter aftertaste.

Finding a good quality restaurant in Munich is very difficult or hard to find. The meat is high quality and the dishes are beautifully presented. Not recommended for families with children. The music is too loud to enjoy a quiet meal.

We went for lunch on Saturday and we were very satisfied!

Best place 💯 food, drinks and attention 👌🏻💯

Typical Gaucho is for 4* , but the very good service make it 5*. Very nice food with fair prices according to the quality

So lovely! We celebrated my son's 17th birthday there. The food was absolutely perfect. The meat was cooked to perfection. The meat quality was sensational. Elias was our waiter, simply lovely – just what you'd expect.

Excellent steaks and wine, polite staff and plenty of time

We had another very pleasant evening at "El Gaucho" – we were served very warmly by Elias in the side room and treated to a very smooth, dry Rioja, the usual excellent meat (everyone was very satisfied), and a few sweet desserts. I would come back anytime and have been several times already. The meat is truly excellent, especially the filet steak – you can never get enough. Add to that a sophisticated yet unpretentious atmosphere, without any pretentious airs or forced rustic charm. Reservations are highly recommended!

Very good meat platters, an excellent international selection of wines, tasty starters, in short everything was excellent, perhaps the skewer was overcooked, you should specify this to the waiter

Delicious food Wonderful service Very nice atmosphere Required when taking an order to inform that mayonnaise, ketchup and other sauces are included in the price and not when you get a bill you find out Still it was amazing and I recommend people to come

The food was incredibly good, and the service was outstanding across the board. Elias was a real asset; I'd gladly come back anytime!

Located right in the city center, just 5 minutes from the nearest parking garage, Rieger City, the restaurant is tastefully decorated in a compact yet cozy space. There's plenty of comfortable seating. Outside, there's even a comfortable table with an ashtray, bar stools, and a patio heater for those waiting or smoking. We received a very friendly welcome and were shown to our table. The menus were beautifully bound. The service was friendly and helpful. The dishes were lovingly presented; I especially recommend the starter soup with mushrooms and truffle ravioli, and the steak tartare. My wife had a ribeye as her main course, which was excellent and had the expected smoky crust. I tried a dry-aged ribeye, which was very tasty, but less dark on the outside than my wife's and therefore a bit bland. Next time, I'll order the regular ribeye. The side dishes of pimientos, sweet potato purée, and spinach with Swiss chard were delicious and not over-seasoned. ... Aside from the somewhat bland searing of my dry-aged steak, I was very impressed with the overall experience and would gladly return. I found the prices reasonable. The exceptionally friendly staff deserves special mention!

A great team with friendly people and an approachable, dynamic, young boss. The meat is excellent and the vegetables are fresh from the market. The drinks selection is outstanding.

My family and I celebrated my birthday here. Our waiter, Elias, gave us a friendly welcome and provided excellent service. We also received a cake and a candle. The service was incredibly kind and I highly recommend it. We will definitely be back.

This was my second time here and the service and food were fantastic! Thanks to Elias 🔥 best waiter!

Elias best waiter, top Gasthaus! State 10/10!

Delicious food. Simply top-notch.

This place is very nice, the staff are very attentive, I can recommend it to everyone, especially the beer is very tasty and the steak is very tasty, this is my favorite place.

Delicious food! Excellent service 👍

It was a perfect evening, excellent service, amazing meat, great wine, completely satisfied - I will definitely come back again, thank you so much!

If you enjoy steak, this is a good place to go. However, it's definitely not for those on a tight budget.

For a restaurant in this price range, and one that claims to be exclusive, our visit was unfortunately very disappointing. The service left much to be desired: The waiter seemed unpleasant, unmotivated, and stern. His tone was rather arrogant and unfriendly, and a smile was nowhere to be seen. The presentation of the food also fell short of expectations. It was plain and unappealing – a hot stone or some other presentation would have been appropriate. We ordered one dish "medium rare" and one "medium," but both were served "medium." Especially in a meat restaurant, one expects precision. We were particularly shocked on our way to the restroom: A table had been placed directly in front of the stairs. Guests at this table were sitting extremely close to the toilet, and every visitor had to walk right past them. Because of the proximity to the stairs, the passage was also very narrow – unpleasant and completely unacceptable. Luckily, we weren't assigned this table; otherwise, we probably would have left immediately. How can a restaurant with such high standards treat its guests with such a lack of care and respect, just to fit in an extra table? Overall, we were very negatively surprised and disappointed. We will not be visiting this restaurant again.

The best steak house in Munich. Very friendly staff and a pleasant atmosphere. Highly recommended to anyone coming to Munich and expecting top-notch service.

The perfect place to go out for dinner with your girlfriends. It's also highly recommended for a date. The food was very fresh; from our table, we could see the kitchen where the staff cooked with great care, hygiene, and attention to detail. A big thank you and much praise to Elias and his colleague, who served us attentively and helped us choose our meals.

Waited a very long time, meat was quite tough, the smashburgers weren't smashburgers at all :) The pimientos were inedible, greasy, and poor quality. The waiters were very nice. We won't be back.

Amazing food, great service. Thanks to the waiter Srđan for hosting us! We will come back

El Gaucho in Munich offers outstanding steak quality in a great atmosphere, but our evening was made truly unforgettable by the phenomenal service from our waiter Srdjan, who looked after us professionally and warmly. We wholeheartedly recommend this steakhouse and will definitely be back to enjoy the perfect combination of first-class food and top-notch service!

Five stars! A truly excellent restaurant in the heart of Munich. The food is delicious. The waiters are also friendly and give great recommendations…

We were at the restaurant on Saturday evening, and although it was full, we were warmly greeted by the receptionist and our waiter. We had a wonderful steak tartare followed by a tira de ancho, which the waiter recommended (because we both wanted ribeye). The meat was cooked to perfection and beautifully presented on a wooden board. The recommended Austrian red wine was a perfect complement. The service was incredibly attentive and always cheerful, even though new guests were constantly arriving and they were clearly very busy. A truly lovely evening, and we will definitely be back!

The meat was very good; I tried the ribeye and it was delicious. The wine was excellent, and the desserts were thoughtful and well-prepared. The only downside was the slightly high prices.

We were a group of eight at the restaurant and were unfortunately disappointed across the board. The waiter was very unfriendly and rushed from the start. We even had to wait an unusually long time for the menus. When we didn't order wine, the waiter reacted with obvious incomprehension. Throughout the entire evening, the waiters argued loudly amongst themselves in a foreign language – very unprofessional and disruptive. Some of the food arrived incorrectly; the steak was "okay" at best, but far from a top-quality steak. The burger was alright, but nothing special. What was particularly annoying was that we weren't allowed to pay separately, even though there were eight of us. Only one bill was accepted, with the explanation that we should sort it out amongst ourselves. When we then tried to split the bill together at the table, the waiter was visibly irritated and became even more unfriendly. The final straw: The bill included approximately €50 worth of food that we hadn't ordered and hadn't eaten. After we inquired, we received only unintelligible mumbling, then the amount was corrected without comment. Even when paying – we left a small tip – there was no "thank you," no "goodbye," no apology. Just an annoyed departure. Conclusion: Poor service, unfriendly staff, incorrect billing – we certainly won't be back.

A highly recommended steakhouse! The service was top-notch from start to finish – attentive and very friendly. The food was excellent, especially the steaks, which were cooked to perfection and of the highest quality. The drinks were also superb, and the house champagne is a real highlight – fruity, sparkling, and perfectly chilled. All in all, a fantastic experience; I will definitely be back!

Unfortunately, this was a very disappointing visit. The staff was consistently unfriendly and didn't exchange a single friendly word upon arrival or departure – not even a simple "goodbye." Furthermore, we were brought the wrong food, and the bill included approximately €50 for dishes we hadn't ordered. After pointing this out, there was no apology or attempt to resolve the situation amicably. It's a shame, because the ambiance actually has potential – but with such treatment of guests and so many service errors, I unfortunately cannot recommend this restaurant. Hopefully, management will take this criticism to heart and provide staff with training in customer service and accurate billing practices.

Top wines Top service Good meat Very excellent service, always attentive Completely satisfied

Certainly not the best steakhouse in Munich, but definitely delicious and the price is absolutely reasonable. I'll be back!

Delicious fresh food and friendly service!

Having eaten here many times and always enjoyed it, we, as long-time customers, can only say good things. It's a thoughtfully run family business with excellent management and a grill master who has consistently delivered top-notch quality for years. Many thanks to the whole team for the many wonderful evenings we've shared here!

I ordered a burger without bacon due to allergies (all burgers come with bacon as standard). Apparently, the waiter forgot to inform the cook. I overheard them arguing about it before the head waiter told him, "Nobody saw it," and they simply removed the bacon after it was already in the burger. Completely unprofessional behavior.

Lovely evening, great food and service

Our visit to El Gaucho in Munich left us with mixed feelings – with a clear tendency toward disappointment. First, the positive: The meat quality is of a high standard. Anyone looking for a good raw material will generally find it here. Unfortunately, the praise essentially ends there, because what followed was unsatisfactory in several respects. Food: The chimichurri, which one expects to be an aromatic, herby accompaniment, tasted and looked more like a cucumber salad – miles away from the original. The Gaucho skewer, on which several types of meat are served, unfortunately showed serious errors in its preparation: It was ordered medium-well. One piece was cooked all the way through (well over well-done), while another was still raw and ice-cold in the middle. This one was grilled again, but came back tough and dry, and above all, well-done. This is simply unacceptable for a restaurant specializing in meat. The other dishes were fine and tasty. Service: At first, the drink service was friendly and quick – but then it was nonexistent. Empty glasses were left standing, even though we would have been perfectly willing to order significantly more. I don't see it as my job to ask for drinks – attentive service recognizes such things automatically and also sells the guest something. During the serving process, it was also noticeable that drinks were served "in front of us" while we were ordering our food. Instead of waiting briefly in the background, people preferred to push in between. Even small details like this left a rather poor impression. The low point came when paying: When we mentioned the amount to pay, the waiter bluntly asked if the difference should be the tip. After confirming that, he replied bluntly and cheekily that that would be insulting. When we asked if the money wasn't wanted, we received an equally surprising "I'd rather not." ``` Such an attitude raises questions: What exceptional or excellent service was provided here that justifies a proactive, inappropriate demand for a tip? In any case, attentiveness or genuine guest orientation was not evident. That's not how you talk to guests, no matter how much or how little you tip. Conclusion: What remains is a restaurant with great potential – but one that disappoints due to its poor execution in both the kitchen and service. For the prices charged here, you should expect not only good meat, but also professional procedures and service worthy of the name. 2 out of 5 stars – for us, this was our first and last visit.

Good food. Good price. Good service. Really good cuts of beef. I shared with my husband the Kings Cut; perfectly cooked and seasoned. Best deal in town

Very tasty and high-quality food! Super friendly and attentive staff! Highly recommended!

The truffle pasta was absolutely amazing. A must order for sure.

I was in this place today for lunch, we ate very well but the meat was something special, congratulations

The meat was truly top-notch. We were truly satisfied with our lunch.

On the recommendation of a friend, I had lunch at El Gaucho today and was pleasantly surprised! The meat selection is truly excellent, with top-quality cuts and perfectly cooked. I highly recommend it to all grill lovers. I'll definitely be back!

the grilled meat was amazing and the service was fast and cheerful. I had the best lunch in Munich of my vacation in this place

Should have been a lovely evening and a test for my next company party (it was really great there last year) but unfortunately the service went wrong from minute 1. The drinks menu didn't arrive until I asked again. Then the place settings were cleared, the chosen starter was forgotten and then only one could be brought (due to a system error) and the salad was supposed to come with the main course - ok, it can happen. Then the two main courses came straight along with the first starter and minutes later the second starter (there's generally hardly any space on the tables, let alone for a starter and main course at the same time). When clearing the table, I was immediately asked for an espresso on the house, which I didn't want at that moment straight after the meal and would have liked to order dessert too. Well, no one paid any attention to us after that and I asked for the bill. Despite the poor service, I took the liberty of leaving a tip, but unfortunately I didn't get a thank you or a conciliatory farewell. Things can always go wrong - quality depends on how you handle it as a host. It's a real shame that an evening that was supposed to be enjoyable was left in negative memory because of the service.

Came here for some awesome steak and was met with pure disappointment. When we walked in there was no one there. No one to greet us and no one to care. We said hello a few times before anyone even bothered to show up. Waited around 3-4min before someone came to greet us and seat us. Then we decided to get one of the special big cuts. I asked for medium rare / rare as that’s my preference and was told no that this steak has to be medium / medium well. I wanted to change the cut but my friend said that’s normal in proper places so I said fine. Then was talking to my friend that it’s weird I normally prefer medium rare / rare and the waiter chimed in (without being asked just jumped into our conversation) saying if we want he can change it but it’ll be bad and has to be done medium. We said it’s fine do it. Then when the food came out we also got chimichurri and cream peppercorn sauce. Chimichurri was some chopped up vinegary pepper and definitely not chimichurri. The steak was chewy and stringy. Definitely not going back especially that we paid €80 for it. Waste of money.

An upscale steak restaurant. Delicious steaks and side dishes. It's something special. I'd be happy to come back. The service was very satisfactory. Thank you.

A very pleasant customer service. 10/10 to be precise. Ambience was not too bad too and the food (the steak) was chunky and delicious. 4/5 because of the space. Specifically tailored to the inside dinning. It appears there are more seats outside the restaurant (ideal for the daytime All in all, I definitely will recommend.

I can't say much about it, I had to go straight to the 00 area. But what stuck with me as I whizzed through the aisles: friendly visitors, courteous service staff, and chic, high-quality furnishings.

Great restaurant with super steaks..

Amazing food, a pleasant atmosphere, and competent staff – the only downside is the rush because you only have two hours. This dining culture is generally annoying in Munich!

The food was average. I ordered medium, but it arrived medium rare. The service was extremely bad. Don’t come here unless you are white. They seated me at an isolated table even though the restaurant was almost empty, and every five minutes they checked on me—not to ask if the food was okay, but just to see if I had finished eating so I could leave! Horrible experience!

Wonderful food, our server Nicole was extremely friendly, nothing to complain about. Highly recommended!

The beef was exceptional, perfectly cooked, and everything was prepared to a very high standard.

Lovely place Excellent beef served Excellent service Recommended for dine in

Great food, very good and friendly service

We had an all-around wonderful evening at this restaurant. We started with a refreshing Negroni, a cold beer, and a delicious appetizer: oven-fresh Gaucho bread with a delicate blend of spices, butter, a smoky note, and a spread – a perfect start. We also enjoyed a few select bottles of red wine, which paired perfectly with the dishes. For the main course, we had fillet steak with shrimp and creamy mashed potatoes. The steak was cooked to perfection and perfectly served – truly a delight. The ambiance is very inviting and makes you feel immediately at home. The service was attentive and friendly without being intrusive. All in all, a truly successful evening. If I'm in the area again, I'd love to come back.

Very good steak restaurant, we felt very comfortable and really enjoyed the evening.

Excellent Argentinean meat We went to this restaurant for our last dinner in Munich. The restaurant is just steps from the market, so it's very centrally located. The staff is very courteous and friendly, finding us a table even though the restaurant was almost full and we'd made the wrong reservation. For an entree, we had a tartare to share. It was very good, although tartare should actually be pounded with a knife, not minced. For the main course, we had a 400-gram sirloin to share. It was well cooked but not exceptionally good, as I've had better. For the side, the fennel was good, but very little in quantity.

The food was very good. The restaurant is very well located (close to the Marienplatz).

I didn't eat anything there, but I can comment on the friendliness and the ambiance. I was treated very kindly, even though I just wanted to use the restroom. The ambiance is very pleasant. Furthermore, the staff were very friendly and accommodating. I can imagine that the service and food would be similar as a regular guest.

Very expensive, but also delicious. €2.80 each for a portion of ketchup and mayo with fries is unfortunately excessive. If the customer opts for a €25 Birger, both sauces should be included. A real shame!

After Japan, this is the only place that made me feel fresh.

Great restaurant with friendly staff and high-class dishes.

Elias top service great guy food top

Great food, great ambiance for birthdays Elias made our evening more beautiful with the service

Great food and top service Thank you Elias, top service

Great atmosphere, great work, and top-notch service from Elias. I'd be happy to come again.

Thanks to Elias great food great service

Excellent food selection and top-notch service Thanks to Elias

Elias, thank you for the great table, great service, everything was perfect. TOP TOP TOP

Great food, great service from Elias!

I was at Gaucho in 2016, but I remember my experience so far. Excellent food and service. If in Munich, I'd love to go back!

Highly recommended, even with children.

Excellent meat, great atmosphere. Nikol provides excellent service and advice

Highly recommended 😋friendly staff and very good food. Especially the steaks 😋

We were there in the summer, and of course, you can reserve a table online. The staff is very friendly and does a great job, so you don't have to wait long to be served. You don't feel like you're in the city, and you feel at home. Highly recommended.

We reserved a table online for August 15, 2025, at 7:45 p.m. – the occasion is our wedding anniversary. The reservation is for 7:45 p.m. Is it common practice in Munich to be allowed to stay in a restaurant after the usual two-hour reservation has expired, despite a late reservation? We arrived at the restaurant on time. However, the "nice" lady at the front desk immediately said, "You are only allowed to stay for two hours – it's fine until 10:00 p.m.." By 10:00 p.m., however, the restaurant was almost empty. As a Munich resident, I was disappointed by how this restaurant treats its guests. Never again! There are more thoughtful and much better options in Munich for a pleasant evening. Therefore: Never again at El Gaucho at the Viktualienmarkt

Very tasty 300g rump steak, good starter (olives, spreads, fresh bread), delicious wine (not exactly cheap). Friendly waiter. Only the timing of the wine with the steak wasn't right.

If you want meat in Munich, this is the place! Good meat. In the center of Munich.

My favorite of Munich's steak restaurants. Great service and outstanding food. I've been coming here for 10 years and always enjoy the time and the food.

We ate there at the same time last year, and it was amazing! Today we went back, and I had the exact same dish. And what can I say? The meat wasn't good. It was tough and hard. I sent back almost half of it. As compensation, I was offered an espresso or a shot. For a piece of meat that costs €51 per portion. I'm incredibly disappointed. TOO BAD...

A very nice restaurant. Lovely atmosphere. Elias served us excellently and gave us great recommendations. The T-bone steak was excellent. We'd gladly go back.

In short… a 10 out of 10. Amazing service, not to mention the food. We received the best possible service from Elias. Lots of love.

Absolutely recommendable, finally a super service, as it should be and where the guest feels like the king, the wine and meat quality is mega

In my opinion, the best steakhouse in Munich! The meat is impressively mild and of high quality, the atmosphere is very pleasant, and the service is extremely attentive. I'll definitely be back as often as I can!😅

Nine of us celebrated a birthday today in the secluded room. The atmosphere was fantastic thanks to Elias and the Indian waiter. However, I have to say that 3 euros for ketchup and mayo is not okay, even for Munich. The nice waiter Elias can't do anything about the prices and said that he can't take the ketchup off the bill. It's a shame, but we'd be happy to go back.

A great experience delicious steaks and delicious cocktails thanks to our waiter Elias Hammer funny guy

Very good food and super waiter the elias

Elias impressed us with his outstanding service at the El Gaucho Steakhouse in Munich. He was attentive, friendly, and made us feel completely at home. A definite recommendation!

The steak was good. The service became significantly less friendly after we didn't order wine or appetizers. They didn't even ask if the food was okay. It's best to come here only if you have a particularly thick wallet.

Best steak in Munich! I highly recommend it.