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A love letter to Buenos Aires, Carlitos Gardel is a family-owned and operated steakhouse that has defined Argentine cuisine and hospitality in Los Angeles since 1996. Chef Gerard Bozoghlian honors his family’s legacy and Argentina’s grilling tradition while introducing visionary dishes like the signature Ribcap, born in 2010 at Gardel’s. Their house-made Chimichurri is a staple on every table. Sommelier Max Bozoghlian curates an Award-Winning list featuring the largest selection of Argentine wines in the U.S., including verticals of boutique Malbec and a rarefied selection of Old World Bordeaux Blends and Barolos. Dine under the stars on their Patio Piazzolla and indulge in a curated selection of craft cocktails and rare spirits.
Argentinean eatery offering grass-fed steaks & an extensive wine list in a stylish setting.
Hours
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 7963 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Phone: (323) 655-0891
Website: http://www.carlitosgardel.com/
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Reviews
Nick Mattera
The best part of the best expensive restaurants, or at least tied with the incredible food, is the quality of the staff. There’s nothing better than interacting with people who love their jobs and are true subject-matter experts, and everyone at Carlitos Gardel fits that description perfectly.
It’s a small, intimate place with some of the best food I’ve ever eaten, and as long as you’re not worried about the number on the check at the end of the meal, I think this steakhouse sits right in the top echelon of LA restaurants.
… moreIt’s a small, intimate place with some of the best food I’ve ever eaten, and as long as you’re not worried about the number on the check at the end of the meal, I think this steakhouse sits right in the top echelon of LA restaurants.
TeeTee Rod
I originally planned to take my husband to this spot for his birthday, but we had to cancel because of the fires near Sunset. So for our anniversary, he completely surprised me by taking me instead—and I’m so glad he did!
We started with the burrata with prosciutto and a Caesar salad. The Caesar was especially delicious, served with anchovies perched right on top of the romaine spear—such a bold, classic touch.
For the main course, I had the ravioles de trufa (truffle ravioli), and he ordered tapa de ojo (prime ribeye cap). We shared a side of creamed spinach. My ravioli was cooked perfectly, rich, and creamy—absolutely amazing. His ribeye cap was a standout: perfectly medium rare and melt-in-your-mouth tender. The creamed spinach was tasty, but we both felt it leaned a bit too rich.
We ended the night with not one, but two desserts: the bread pudding and the mascarpone. A sweet finish to a thoughtful and memorable evening.
Our server was very pleasant and attentive throughout most of the meal. Toward the end, however, we had to wait quite a while for the check. I get it—it was getting busier—but we’re not the type to linger and talk. We were ready to pay and head out.
*Parking is valet only: $15
… moreWe started with the burrata with prosciutto and a Caesar salad. The Caesar was especially delicious, served with anchovies perched right on top of the romaine spear—such a bold, classic touch.
For the main course, I had the ravioles de trufa (truffle ravioli), and he ordered tapa de ojo (prime ribeye cap). We shared a side of creamed spinach. My ravioli was cooked perfectly, rich, and creamy—absolutely amazing. His ribeye cap was a standout: perfectly medium rare and melt-in-your-mouth tender. The creamed spinach was tasty, but we both felt it leaned a bit too rich.
We ended the night with not one, but two desserts: the bread pudding and the mascarpone. A sweet finish to a thoughtful and memorable evening.
Our server was very pleasant and attentive throughout most of the meal. Toward the end, however, we had to wait quite a while for the check. I get it—it was getting busier—but we’re not the type to linger and talk. We were ready to pay and head out.
*Parking is valet only: $15
Colette S
Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse is fantastic. The ambiance feels straight out of Europe- romantic, lively, and perfect for a special occasion, date night, or group dinner. It’s expensive so definitely more of a special occasion spot, or if you just want to treat yourself!
The food is excellent across the board, with the steak being the highlight, served hot and sliced tableside. Pastas, appetizers, salads, and sides were all great, especially the beef empanadas and french fries. The warm complimentary bread served with chimichurri sauce is SO good!
Service was attentive and professional, and the live music the night we visited added so much to the experience.
Highly recommend, especially if you love steak!
… moreThe food is excellent across the board, with the steak being the highlight, served hot and sliced tableside. Pastas, appetizers, salads, and sides were all great, especially the beef empanadas and french fries. The warm complimentary bread served with chimichurri sauce is SO good!
Service was attentive and professional, and the live music the night we visited added so much to the experience.
Highly recommend, especially if you love steak!
Ana Salt
Celebrated my birthday here! Everything is nice and delicious. This place is classy and you just can’t be disappointed. The outside Garden is actually looks like a nice restaurant which was a great surprise for us. We had beef empanadas, steaks, Greek salad, broccolini & mashed potatoes. Everything was delicious
… moreLondon Shafer
Incredible steakhouse! What a hidden gem. The food was fantastic (would recommend the skirt steak and ribeye medallion), service was impeccable (shout out to Carter for making our night wonderful), and the atmosphere felt like walking back into old Hollywood. The vibe is romantic and intimate. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a great steak!
… moreNoah C.
Randomly chose this place to eat with friends and the experience was great. I don’t think I hated anything we ordered. Our server helped to craft the best experience possible that night so shout out to them. Both the ribeye, and short rib were delicious. All the pasta dishes were amazing as well. Wine was flowing and we were recco’d a very nice Argentinian red. I would definitely come back.
… moreKarim Dagher
Carlitos Gardel is nothing short of phenomenal. The whole menu delivers, but there are a few absolute musts: the appetizer gambas asadas grilled shrimp, the tapa de ojo steak, and the entraña steak, all cooked to perfection. The burrata and Caesar salad are also very, very good, and their pastas are excellent.
What really stands out is the consistency. It’s a family owned spot and you can genuinely feel the love in every move they make. The indoor dining area is beautiful with a classic ambiance, made even better when there’s an accordion player adding to the atmosphere. The outdoor patio in the back is just as charming.
This place is one of the most underrated steakhouses in Los Angeles. Honestly, it puts Steak 48, Mastro’s, and all the big names to shame. Truly a gem.
… moreWhat really stands out is the consistency. It’s a family owned spot and you can genuinely feel the love in every move they make. The indoor dining area is beautiful with a classic ambiance, made even better when there’s an accordion player adding to the atmosphere. The outdoor patio in the back is just as charming.
This place is one of the most underrated steakhouses in Los Angeles. Honestly, it puts Steak 48, Mastro’s, and all the big names to shame. Truly a gem.
Filipa Barsanova
One of the best dining experiences in LA!
Last month, I took my mom to Carlitos Gardel Argentinian Steakhouse to celebrate her birthday, and it instantly became one of our favorite restaurants in the city. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by a warm, quiet, and romantic atmosphere that made the evening feel extra special.
We decided to try as much as we could from the menu – and wow, everything was exceptional. We started with the chicken empanadas (perfectly golden and flavorful), sautéed mushrooms, creamy mashed potatoes, and buttery spinach. And the meat… oh, the meat! We had filet mignon, lamb chops, and prime ribeye – each bite was rich, juicy, and cooked to perfection. You could truly taste the quality and passion in every dish.
To make the night even more memorable, Max was the one taking care of us, and he made us feel so special. His warmth, attention to detail, and kindness elevated the whole experience.
My mom absolutely loved it – of all the restaurants I’ve taken her to, she fell in love the most with Carlitos Gardel.
We ate more than we should have, but everything was that good.
To top it all off, we ended the night with two incredible desserts: the best crème de leche dessert (sweet, creamy, and dreamy) and a refreshing, delicious sorbet that was the perfect light and fruity finish.
Definitely can’t wait to go there again! Highly recommend for anyone looking for an incredible meal and a truly special night out.
… moreLast month, I took my mom to Carlitos Gardel Argentinian Steakhouse to celebrate her birthday, and it instantly became one of our favorite restaurants in the city. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by a warm, quiet, and romantic atmosphere that made the evening feel extra special.
We decided to try as much as we could from the menu – and wow, everything was exceptional. We started with the chicken empanadas (perfectly golden and flavorful), sautéed mushrooms, creamy mashed potatoes, and buttery spinach. And the meat… oh, the meat! We had filet mignon, lamb chops, and prime ribeye – each bite was rich, juicy, and cooked to perfection. You could truly taste the quality and passion in every dish.
To make the night even more memorable, Max was the one taking care of us, and he made us feel so special. His warmth, attention to detail, and kindness elevated the whole experience.
My mom absolutely loved it – of all the restaurants I’ve taken her to, she fell in love the most with Carlitos Gardel.
We ate more than we should have, but everything was that good.
To top it all off, we ended the night with two incredible desserts: the best crème de leche dessert (sweet, creamy, and dreamy) and a refreshing, delicious sorbet that was the perfect light and fruity finish.
Definitely can’t wait to go there again! Highly recommend for anyone looking for an incredible meal and a truly special night out.
Iggy Sparx
Food was very good. Missing photos of empanadas because they disappeared. Beef empanadas were little bit too salty for my taste but they freshly made so try chicken if you don’t eat much salty food. It’s a boutique steakhouse so service was very good. It’s a dare ambiance. Very romantic. Small cute place where you rub the shoulders with people and you can ears-drop all conversations easily because you sit so close, perfect for a date so it’s not so boring 🙂
… moreSarah Freeman
The bill was not worth the experience, Overall food was ok but over priced for what it was, mash potatoes and spinach over salted, Steaks were ordered medium were definitely rare which is ok as we eat that way however not what we ordered. Service was ok, cleared my partners starter before I finished mine and same with main course which wouldn’t be standard etiquette in most good restaurants.
Also cleared my half drank $25 cocktail away when handing bill without asking if I was finished, seemed very rushed. Also we were sat in patio area directly under heater even though other tables were available, we had to ask to be moved as it was intense heat. Waiter seemed off and there was no thank you for the generous tip we gave
… moreAlso cleared my half drank $25 cocktail away when handing bill without asking if I was finished, seemed very rushed. Also we were sat in patio area directly under heater even though other tables were available, we had to ask to be moved as it was intense heat. Waiter seemed off and there was no thank you for the generous tip we gave