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El Gaucho - Bellevue
El Gaucho is the Northwest's steakhouse legacy focused on elegant old-school, tableside service for people celebrating their lives.
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149 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 149 reviews
5 stars
(99)
4 stars
(34)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(103)
- romantic(84)
- notable wine list(58)
- fit for foodies(56)
- good for groups(32)
- vibrant bar scene(19)
El Gaucho - Bellevue Reviews List
Review 1 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good lunch but not great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had the Rib chop ($66 rib eye steak), and wife had a $18 crab sandwich with crab salad. Hers was excellent, mine just good but not great. My steak was charred on the outside, which gave each bite a burnt taste. They've made it better before, but I didn't have time for them to redo this time as I was on my lunch break."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch
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Review 2 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
El Gaucho - "Best Place To Dine!"
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent atmosphere, excellent service, and above all - excellent food...what else is there to say...
Your staff do really care to your customers. Though it was quite expensive, it was definitely worth it. I will be dining again in your restaurant in the coming future.
I have been a regular customer in your restaurant (Seattle downtown) branch during the 1980's and do missed your place. I surely do missed your place."
Your staff do really care to your customers. Though it was quite expensive, it was definitely worth it. I will be dining again in your restaurant in the coming future.
I have been a regular customer in your restaurant (Seattle downtown) branch during the 1980's and do missed your place. I surely do missed your place."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 3 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
special occasion dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"El Gaucho Bellevue is easy to walk to if you live in Downtown Bellevue.
The service was outstanding lots of team work being used such as if our waiter was pre-occupied at another table his co-worker would check in with us fill our drinks, bring more bread, or just overall check in with us. There wasn't a time where we weren't helped.
The food was amazing I highly recommend getting anything with Dungeness crab was the best I have had in years!
The most amazing thing they did was after our dinner they provide a plate of special cheeses, fruit and crackers.
Also, was amazing as this was a special occasion for my husbands birthday and they provided a complementary desert that was out of this world!"
The service was outstanding lots of team work being used such as if our waiter was pre-occupied at another table his co-worker would check in with us fill our drinks, bring more bread, or just overall check in with us. There wasn't a time where we weren't helped.
The food was amazing I highly recommend getting anything with Dungeness crab was the best I have had in years!
The most amazing thing they did was after our dinner they provide a plate of special cheeses, fruit and crackers.
Also, was amazing as this was a special occasion for my husbands birthday and they provided a complementary desert that was out of this world!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Elegant and delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beautiful ambiance, entertaining staff, professionalism at its best. Table side showmanship with flaming entrees and desserts super fun. And of course the food is just fabulous. Pretty expensive by conventional standards, but well worth it for special occasions or just a treat for yourself. We'll be back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Great ambiance, cold food ....
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great ambiance, cold food .... surprising since there were few people in the place. Took 10 minutes to just get water, then, when the water arrived, the glass was 95% ice and 5% water. I had a sandwich and some remaining food, the sandwich was placed in the take-out box ... what happened to the rest of the food? .... Oh well .... disappointed and won't be returning."
Dined on 5/08/2013
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Review 6 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Fare for Foodies
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Truly a wonderful dining experience. A very impressive menu coupled with romantic ambiance provide the perfect date night adventure."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The atmosphere is warm and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The food especially the steaks were outstanding. The service is prompt, excellent and friendly as always."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 8 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful! The service and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful! The service and the food was perfect. I'd come back!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Recommend but good not great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A very nice place and the lighting was great with the shades up. Wicked shrimp was outstanding but my Frenched rib chop was good but not great. Not what I expected for a place that had a Zagat rating of 27. Two people cost around $190 which is ok."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 10 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Both the food and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Both the food and service were of the best quality."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You get what you pay for...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food
Excellent service
Beautiful locale
Quiet elegance
Sometimes you get what you pay for and this is one of those places..."
Excellent service
Beautiful locale
Quiet elegance
Sometimes you get what you pay for and this is one of those places..."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent spot for business
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent spot for business lunch; very good spot to have conversations without excessive background noise; good food; good service."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 13 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Richard and Margaret Kerns
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I agree it was the best dining experience we have ever had."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful! Awesome! Unforgettable!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful! Awesome! Unforgettable!
Truly Memorable!
And many more superlatives!
I would highly recommend it to friends and family!
I would definitely return."
Truly Memorable!
And many more superlatives!
I would highly recommend it to friends and family!
I would definitely return."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The service was a bit slow...It
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was a bit slow...It seemed that the wait staff paid more attention to large groups than to couples. We requested for a quiet table but were flanked by families with children."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2004
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Review 16 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Greeted by a friendly valet ,and seated quickly. El Gaucho has the dark old school steakhouse feel to it ,servers and staff are in black tux or equivalent . Very attentive but never rushed allows for a relaxed and personal dinning experience . The food was generous and outstanding with appealing presentation .
We traveled 2hrs to get there for a special celebration and were not disappointed and will always put El Gaucho on our list of must return to dining spots.
Thank You"
We traveled 2hrs to get there for a special celebration and were not disappointed and will always put El Gaucho on our list of must return to dining spots.
Thank You"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I ate there for lunch and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I ate there for lunch and had the tenderloin steak salad. Two comments, the steak portions were skimpy and the meat was slightly overcooked. I asked for medium rare and I received medium. The meat also had that slight livery taste that beef has sometimes."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2002
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Review 18 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is a great place for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is a great place for special occasions. Great food and service. It was quiet and private, but it was also a Tuesday night."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing El Gaucho
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The El Gaucho is a premier steakhouse in Bellevue. It is descended from the original El Gaucho, which was a legendary Argentinian steak house on Olive Way in Downtown Seattle with outstanding service and a flamenco guitarist. The Bellevue El Gaucho is OK. It is very expensive, even for a premier steakhouse. The service is acceptable but not outstanding. The wine list will bankrupt you. The "by the glass" wines that we tried were inexcusably poor. If I'm going to pay $25 for a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon, I expect to have my socks knocked off. Well I guess I should have bought the Cab at $68/glass. The atmosphere is not subdued like the original El Gaucho; it is glitzy commercial."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 20 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Although we met friends here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although we met friends here for dinner, the lunch menu is amazing with the French dip. My last dinner here did not leave a good impression, but this last time was an absolute amazing meal. My filet was perfectly done and perfectly seasoned. Although we were sitting near the piano lady, we could still hear each other talk at the table. Our server provided great service and was very personable and accommodating."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had lunch at the Bellevue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had lunch at the Bellevue El Gaucho and it was terrific. We were seated after a warm greeting entering the restaurant. My friend and I had the fried chickrn sandwich which came with a cup of a delicious roasted corn and chicken soup. The food was excellent as was the service."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best restaurants in the greater Seattle area."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific food. Great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Terrific food. Great service in a beautiful restaurant."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding wait staff. Especially
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding wait staff. Especially Manny Ramaro and Wine Steward Chris."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 25 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Restaurant.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and service. A bit pricey, but excellent food quality and spectacular team oriented service. Table-side Ceasar and oysters are a must."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A memorable dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A memorable dining experience at our 21st anniversary, great food, wonderful service, live piano music. We will surely come back."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion, hot spot
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Review 27 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love this restaurant for lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this restaurant for lunch as they have a good selection of meals that are served promptly so you don't need to worry about getting back to work late."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rose petals on the table and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Rose petals on the table and a card signed by the staff to wish us a happy anniversary. We were very well taken care of and we'd come back any time."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 29 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our first time here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first time here and it was fabulous. The staff was very friendly and my water glass was always filled...most times without me even realizing they did it. The food was excellent! And what a treat to have table side service available. The food portions were generous too. Overall, my husband and I had a great date night. We will be coming back."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good and the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good and the service is excellent."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 31 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful dining experience,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Wonderful dining experience, from cocktails in the lounge to dessert everything was perfect. The wait staff was attentive, professional and sharp, the food was cooked perfectly. The timing was excellent and we never felt rushed during our 3 1/2 hour dining experience."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 32 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We celebrated our 43rd anniversary,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We celebrated our 43rd anniversary, rose petals on the table, candles in the desert, a very attentive staff, just an amazing night, great food, great company, could not have been better. Thanks for making it so special."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 33 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great times and great service!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First trip to El Gaucho Bellevue and know that it will not be my last. Food was really good. Service was outstanding. Manny our waiter and Lonnie who assisted both made our entire table feel like VIPS. Long dinner but the meal flowed nicely. Many staff members stopped by to launch, make sure wine glasses were full, and just to overall make sure we were happy. Prices were a bit more than I would have expected, but given the service don't mind paying them. One suggestion - the steaks were good but a bit overdone. Didn't complain as everything else was stupendous, but for the price should expect perfection!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 34 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A lovely dining experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A lovely dining experience. The food was superb, the service was outstanding. The perfect place to celebrate a special event."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very good steaks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife, our friend and I visited El Gaucho before going to Cirque De Soliel. My wife and our friend had the filet and I had the New York Bone in. We were all pleased, We had the lobster mashed potatoes and the broccoli. We really couldn't tell if there were any pieces of lobster in the mashed potatoes and the expected seafood flavour was mild. The bread was very good. My wife and our friend enjoyed two great desserts. Our server brought us some fruit on the house - a very nice touch."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Night
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Came for a special occasion and was treated to a great table, fantastic service, and very good food. Every aspect of the night was memorable. It's nice to dine in a restaurant that values their customers."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had an excellent Anniversary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had an excellent Anniversary dinner at El Gaucho in Bellevue, highly recommend the tableside Caesar!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Could not be better
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great. The wicked shrimp, the corn, Mac and cheese especially. Service is outstanding. We truly enjoyed our server Darryl. Expensive to be sure but you get what you pay for. And the European cheese and fruit at the end of dinner is an especially nice touch! Outstanding!!!!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 39 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If it is your first time,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"If it is your first time, you must at least get one thing that is on fire table side. The steak (even the filet mignon) is amazing. But either the chicken flaming skewer or one of the desserts are fun to watch set ablaze. The lead bartender ages the manhattans in an oak barrel himself"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food and outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing food and outstanding service"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 41 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I always have a very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I always have a very good meal and time"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our new favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have gone to most of the steak houses in Seattle and this is our new favorite!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Double 40 year Celebration
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We dined at El Gaucho in Bellevue as both my wife and I were celebrating 40 year anniversaries; 40 years since my wife emigrated from England and 40 years since my release from imprisonment in the "Hanoi Hilton" in North Vietnam after a 6 year plus incarceration. Everyone at El Gaucho was genuinely friendly and willing to assist in any way. I asked the Maitre' de for a table far away from the music and he came through. Our waiter, Rudolfo, was superb. The NY peppercorn steak and the filet and prawns were outstanding. Nothing could have made it better. The complimentary desserts topped off an already unforgettable evening. "Thank you" to all inluding the chefs and Victor who set the tables."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 44 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent lunch experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The steak was quite good, as were the wicked shrimp. Still a bit pricey, but cheaper than dinner. Not a bad choice if you want to eat at El Gaucho's but don't want to drop $100/person."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2009
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Review 45 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pass on the mezzanine level!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"When they try and sell you the mezzanine level and how you will have great views of the restaurant, PASS on it! The ambiance is gone. The food was fabulous! Overall a nice experience!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was great all around. Used the bar when we arrived 20 minutes earlier than the reservation. The bartenders were busy yet attentive. One of them took the time to explain how the fruit-infused margaritas were made as my wife enjoyed her blackberry margarita. The beer selection is lacking (about 6 draft, 6 bottles). I would like to see a few quality imports like Pilsner Urquell. We had the wicked shrimp (one of their specialties), steaks, and fantastic side dishes (roasted corn and lobster mashed potatoes) and finished up with the banana bread pudding. Everything was perfect (taste, temperature, presentation). While on the pricey side, this is a great place to spend a special occasion. We're already planning our next trip(s)."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wednesday night in Bellevue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wednesday night in Bellevue was exceptionally sparse which made our wedding anniversary dinner all the more special."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Most of the evening was wonderful however the Cesar salad had way to much garlic and the raw oysters where small and fishy not the best."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful experience!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Thoroughly enjoyed my first (but, not last) visit to your Bellevue location. Was completely impressed with the venue, food, service, etc. Excited to come back to experience the dinner ambiance."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 50 for El Gaucho - Bellevue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Plenty of reasons to go back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A great way to celebrate Valentines's. We went on the 15th and avoided the crowd so the atmosphere was really relaxed but still upscale and fit for the occasion. Great service with great advice from cocktail to desert.
My husband wanted a banana foster for desert which is usually only serve for two but gladly prepared it for one only.
Probably the best beef not just in town but in the country. El Gaucho has the exclusivity on the Niman ranch prime beef, all-natural meat,from traditionally raised livestock with care and respect."
My husband wanted a banana foster for desert which is usually only serve for two but gladly prepared it for one only.
Probably the best beef not just in town but in the country. El Gaucho has the exclusivity on the Niman ranch prime beef, all-natural meat,from traditionally raised livestock with care and respect."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
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