The fire and an imposing parrilla sit in the center of the room, surrounded by a square bar.
Diners sit side by side, facing the fire.
The chefs put on a show from the open kitchen.
At Fogón Asado, experts have taken the traditional asado and spun it into an upscale 9-course dining experience.
If you’re looking for the best steak in Buenos Aires and a memorable experience, this is it. It will be the highlight of you trip.
This post is a review of my experience at Fogón Asado.
Stay around until the end for answers to the most frequently asked questions about booking your seat.
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An Honest Fogón Asado Review
Dinner starts punctually at 7:45 pm.
While upsettingly early for Argentines, this was perfect for early bird me.
A lot of meat is about to be consumed and you’ll need the rest of the night to digest before collapsing into bed.
Also, if you’re worried about adjusting to the local dining schedule in Argentina, you’ll be relieved at Fogón Asado’s earlier seating.
We arrived and were taken to our seats, directly in front of a massive fire.
A cocktail made of crisp Torrontés wine and yerba mate gin was waiting for us.
The chefs explained the cuts of meat we’d be eating while other guests arrived and settled in.
We learned about the grill and the wood they use and were shown a platter of meat that included some of the most impressive ribs I’ve ever seen.
As we sipped on our welcome cocktail, we mixed our own chimichurri according to a provided recipe with the jars of spices in front of us.
But I have to admit, despite being a chimi lover, I never used it. During the meal I actually forgot we even had it.
The meat was so perfectly cooked it didn’t need the help of any sauce.
An Asado in 8 Courses
It was all a bit of a whirlwind once the food started to roll in.
In a series of starters we tried empanadas, then chorizo and morcilla, sweetbreads, and provoleta…
It was an all encompassing experience. Our wine glasses were regularly refilled as the chefs explained the preparations of the next courses for us.
After the flurry of small starters, we watched as they used pine cones to create the perfect smoke for our main course: the ceja (the eyebrow to the rib eye).
It was quite the show seeing them pull the flaming pine cones from the fire but even that paled in comparison to the final product.
The ojo de bife had been cooked into such a buttery texture that with a simple tap the bone slipped away from the meat.
The steaks were cooked to perfection, medium for me and for my friend, rare. Argentina tends to overcook steak so if you’re looking for the perfectly juicy rare steak, it’s right here.
Every dish was detailed in a way that you’ll never see in a typical steakhouse.
The provoleta cheese was topped with a cooked pear.
The typically tough and fatty matambre was perfectly paired with a fresh citrusy salad.
These small details elevate the asado into the fine dining experience Fogon is known for.
At the end of the meal – when I thought I couldn’t hold a single bite more – we were served dulce de leche filled crepes (panqueques con dulce de leche) topped with whipped cream and Patagonian berries.
A hot branding iron pressed into the sugar covered pancake, filling the space with smoke one final time to end the meal.
Reserve Your Fogón Asado
If all of this is making your mouth water, click here to book your own Fogón Asado Experience.
With limited seating and high demand, they tend to sell out so I recommend booking your seats in advance.
Keep in mind that you’ll be seated at the bar around the grill. That means you will be sitting side by side with your party.
Having gone with just one friend that was no problem at all and it’s really what makes the experience as great as it is.
In fact, we still talked with all the other guests on our side of the bar.
If you have any questions about the meal, feel free to comment below as I always respond!
And since I’ve gotten asked a few questions many times, here is a quick FAQ to help you book?
What is the difference between the two Fogon locations?
When navigating the booking page you’ll quickly notice that there are two locations.
Both are in Palermo and have minimal differences, but here is a brief description of each location to clarify any doubts:
Fogon’s Uriarte location in Palermo Soho is the original restaurant, with a square bar and parrilla in the middle. There are 30 seats per evening. This location will soon also offer a brand new Chef’s Counter salon, stay tuned.
Fogon’s Gorriti location in Palermo Viejo is their newest and largest restaurant space. The main salon has 35 seats around the bar and central parrilla. There is a Chef’s Counter salon limited to 10 people.
Both restaurants offer the same guest experience, chef training, and menu format but have a slightly different vibe. When booking online you can check both locations for availability.
My person opinion? Just choose your location based on availability and convenience for you. The experience will be the same.
What is the Chef’s Counter experience?
Fogon Asado’s Chef’s Counter is an intimate fireside dining experience limited to 10 people.
Guests interact more with the asador/chef and have an exclusive view of the cooking techniques and preparations.
The chef’s tasting menu is slightly more expensive, consisting of 9 courses prepared on the grill, with some similarities to the regular Asado tasting menu. The wine pairings available feature more exclusive boutique selections.
Stay tuned: Fogon will launch a brand new Chef’s counter menu this October.
Is there wine included?
There are two tiers of optional wine pairings – traditional and premium. Definitely include a wine pairing.
They refill your glass throughout the night with generous pours.
The Chef’s Counter experience includes a more boutique selection of wines in their pairings.
How many Guests are at Each seating?
The Uriarte location seats 30 in the main salon. The Gorriti location seats 35.
The exclusive Chef’s Counter is limited to 10 guests.
RESERVE YOUR ASADO | Thanks to Fogón Asado for inviting me to try this unique Buenos Aires food experience. As always, all opinions are 100% my own. Click here to reserve your asado.
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We are interested in doing this meal. We speak only English. Will this b3e a problem for us?
Not at all, everyone speaks both Spanish and English!
what is the approximate cost? I can’t find that any where?
Clicking on the link to the restaurant shows the cost right away.
What is the difference between the Chef’s Table experience and the regular Tasting Menu?
Is there a difference between the two locations? Do you think the chef’s counter is necessary or is a regular table good too?
Hi Darcia! The two locations are nearly identical, the Gorriti location seats just 5 people more so there isn’t a huge difference and the menu/experience is the same in both. I think the regular table is plenty good, I felt like I had a lot of interaction with the chefs there to be honest
The main difference is the Chef’s Table allows only a limited number of diners – 10. Versus the main seating seats 30. So you have a lot more interaction with the chefs. And they also feature a much more curated boutique wine selection for the pairing and they are planning on elevating the menu even more as well starting in October next month
The review of Fogón Asado is intriguing. It captures the vibrant atmosphere and delicious offerings, making it a must-visit dining experience.
Hi! We’re curious how long the entire dinner takes? We have the option of booking on New Years Eve at either 9:00 PM or 9:30 PM. Trying to see if we’d still be in there restaurant when the New Year hits if we book 9:00 PM!
I think we were out by 11 but our dinner started at 8. Maybe they’re timing it for a midnight toast, ask!