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Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse, Los Angeles, CA
Award-winning

Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse

4.9
4.9
1871 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Proud recipient of The Michelin Guide's - The Plate - distinction.

Join us Al Fresco on our new, open-air patio deck, Patio Piazzolla.

Our Steakhouse turns 27 years young!
For close to a quarter century, our family run and operated Steakhouse has imported the know-how and experience of Argentine grilling and carved a name for itself on Melrose Ave.
Indulge in our selection of Antibiotic-free, Hormone-free, USDA Certified Angus Prime Beef, and our Award Winning 17-page Wine List crafted by our managing partner, Sommelier Max Bozoghlian.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Argentinean, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (323) 655-0891
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Executive chef
    Gerard Bozoghlian
  • Private party contact
    Gerard: (323) 655-0891
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
  • Cross street
    Melrose & Fairfax
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Entertainment
    Live Piano on Fridays and Saturdays play Argentine Tango classics and World standards.
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve Dinner

    $125.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2023 only
    Celebrate this holiday season with our one of a kind Argentine Steakhouse experience. Chef Gerard has crafted a unique menu for December 24th featuring signature steaks such as the Rib Eye Cap, delectable house-made pastas such as our Potato-free Gnocchi in a white truffle butter cream, and our signature dessert, Postre Gardel: layers of spongue cake and peaches and cream with Dulce de Leche and merengue. Sommelier Max Bozoghlian's 18-page Wine List will feature a rare opportunity to savor premium wines by the glass. Menu excludes beverages, tax and service.
  • New Year's Eve First Seating

    $125.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Celebrate this holiday season with our one of a kind Argentine Steakhouse experience. Chef Gerard has crafted a unique menu for December 31st featuring signature steaks such as the Rib Eye Cap, delectable house-made pastas such as our Potato-free Gnocchi in a white truffle butter cream, and our signature dessert, Postre Gardel: layers of spongue cake and peaches and cream with Dulce de Leche and merengue. Sommelier Max Bozoghlian's 18-page Wine List will feature a rare opportunity to savor premium wines by the glass and quartino - including the 99 Point 2019 Catena Zapata Argentino. Menu excludes beverages, tax and service.
  • New Year's Eve Second Seating

    $195.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Ring in the new year with our one of a kind Argentine Steakhouse experience. Chef Gerard has crafted a unique menu for December 31st featuring signature steaks such as the Rib Eye Cap, delectable house-made pastas such as our Potato-free Gnocchi in a white truffle butter cream, and our signature dessert, Postre Gardel: layers of spongue cake and peaches and cream with dulce de leche and merengue. Sommelier Max Bozoghlian's 18-page Wine List will feature a rare opportunity to savor premium wines by the glass. Live music and entertainment by Maestro Ando Mouradian. Complimentary Champagne and party favors at midnight. Menu excludes additional alcoholic beverages, tax and service. 50% deposit required to secure a confirmed reservation.

What 1,871 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Los Angeles

    Great for fine wines

  • Los Angeles

    Steakhouse

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Best Overall

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Best Food

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Best Service

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Best Ambiance

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Best Value

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Great for fine wines

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Romantic

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Steakhouse

1,871 Reviews
  1. ElenH

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fact that we found this place randomly is outstanding on its own. From the moment we walked in, the ambience was superb and the service was one of a kind. We received a VIP experience with the wine recommendations & the food. We tried a lot of food and it was worth every bite. It is worth every dollar. Can’t wait to go back for another event. It is family owned and it made it even more special. 10/10. Go here minimum once in your life.

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  2. KathrynB

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love Carlitos. The extra touches are lovely, the servers are attentive but give you space. Food is incredible. Love them.

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  3. Rogue

    Los Angeles

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    If anyone in LA that likes steak hasn’t tried this place, you are missing a great night out. The food is great. The service is great. It’s expensive but so are all the other restaurants that provide kind of quality. And it’s also a good looking restaurant. The staff are so accommodating and nice. We need more places like this in LA. At least we have this one.

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  4. SebastianS

    Orange County

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, experience, everything. Recommend to everyone.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Made a reservation for a business dinner and the evening went perfectly.

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  6. JuliaS

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best steak I have had in many years. Got the strip steak and it was like butter. So amazing

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  7. DavidO

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    best steak ive had in the town, very friendly and professional service, and great vibe that feels like a restaurant from the movie ‘the godfather’ :) really glad to find a spot like this right next to my place. will visit again for sure

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  8. OrionC

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was legitimately some of the best food I’ve ever had. And the service was remarkable

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  9. Muso

    Edmonton

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The server was great..he was very attentive. The food was good. I did wish the place was more forthcoming or showed drink prices on the menu. After we received our bill, they charged us $24 for water.

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  10. Chunying

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    authentic argentine food! a must try! My mom and I had a wonderful time here.

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  11. Roxy

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing Place, me and my fiancé enjoyed our dinner to the fullest. Service was outstanding starting from opening the door and being created by a lovely woman to being served by an amazing server to the owner, being very humble and an amazing person and ending with the music, the accordion was just so enjoyable. Thank you!

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  12. karimw

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and great service! Would come back here today if I could!

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  13. TiffanyM

    San Diego

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is a true hidden gem. The service was incredible, the food was spectacular, and there was live music, which was a lovely addition. I would definitely recommend this for special events, day nights, or just a great meal. The steak was perfection, and we were obsessed with the gnocchi with pink sauce. We also got the fries and the spinach and cheese empanada, and everything was a 10 out of 10. 

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  14. Vero

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I absolutely love this restaurant! The interior is beautiful, the service is exceptional, and the food is the best. The wine list is endless. On Friday and Saturday, they have a live accordion player who is a very good musician and plays old European songs, tango, and some American standards. The place is not cheap but is worth every penny. It's an old family-owned restaurant, and I am very happy it has served the pandemic. I'd hate to see it go.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Outstanding service and good food. Different than the usual steak house for adventures.

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  16. daniellef

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I’ve had in a very long time. I will definitely be back.

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  17. originaldiscokid

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful night in a cozy Buenos Aires parilla, only in WeHo. Steaks were perfect, dessert was a family recipe that made me request adoption, and the service was impeccable. Max combines a comprehensive knowledge of wines with a gift for storytelling. A complete dining experience from start to finish.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic spot. Quite possibly one of the best steaks I’ve had in LA. Skirt steak was so good! Scallops and Gnocchi were also standouts.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was as delicious as it gets. Fantastic service and ambiance. My second time there and I’ll be taking my entire family soon.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love it here! Everything is delicious. The steaks are perfect. And the homemade desserts are worth saving room for!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal always! Always make a stop when in LA..

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  22. JimT

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The disappointment started with them not serving tap water. The bottled water was $12 per bottle. For four of us we needed two bottles so with tax and tip we had to spend $30 for plain old water. Rip off. The service was rushed even though the restaurant was not busy. The food was just OK. Three of us ordered the steak recommended by the waiter. While the flavor was pretty good and it was tender, it was stringy and unsatisfying. Too bad for a restaurant that has survived so long.

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  23. KathyA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my husband's birthday there and the food and wine were PHENOMENAL.

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  24. StephC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Throwback steakhouse. Awesome cuts, perfectly cooked and great service. Delicious sides. Great wine selection. Ambiance is awesome. Like an old mob movie scene. Five stars!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, ambiance and service. Will definitely be back!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! One of the best steakhouses I have ever patronized.

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  27. Jane

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is excellent. Beautiful romantic restaurant, I would keep the cooler on check since it was freezing cold when we got there, but they changed our table and it was ok after that. I loved the lighting in the restaurant, very romantic, courteous waiters and host, beautiful music. A bit pricy but it’s worth the price.

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  28. Jazz4111

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Carlito Gardel's is categorically one of our favorite restaurants anywhere, ever. (and we've been around!). The food is excellent, the steaks cooked to perfection, the service is outstanding and the ambiance is just perfect as well. We've been going there for over 25 years and though the trek across town from Marina del Rey to Melrose District is a traffic challenge, the trip is always worth it. We took out of town guests there last night for a birthday celebration and they proclaimed it "the best meal I ever had!" High recommend for this long time neighborhood favorite steak house.

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  29. JohnJ

    Adelaide

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, great selection of wines and the food was amazing! Lots of options to choose from and decent portion sizes.

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  30. RobertF

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience from walking in to leaving , entire staff was great and the food was as well

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  31. TheBigCat

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    FANTASTIC dinner. Loved everything! Service was outstanding. Honestly cant wait to come back for that Short Rib!

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  32. leek

    Los Angeles

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Long time fan, never dissapoints. Family run fun and great vibe.

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  33. RubenF

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service Excellent food Excellent dessert Excellent music A++

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  34. Wind

    Central Coast

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an amazing dining experience. The service was impeccable and the food was exquisite. We saw the restaurant on Netflix on an episode of Bake Squad. It proved to be an exceptional evening!! We highly recommend it for any occasion. We'll be back!

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  35. HenryV

    Los Angeles

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always Maximiliano and his entire staff are always very nice, Herbert was very attentive and very friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu, the food is awesome, the Cesar Salad was delicious, the entraña was very tender and juicy, the mash potatoes and asparagus were great, at the end the flan and lattes just amazing, as always thank you so much to the entire staff, thank you. Herbert, see you soon. Henry V.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best experience I’ve had at a restaurant. Thank you to everyone who works there.

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  37. StevusMaximus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really amazing steak, lamb and mashed potatoes! My girlfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed the food, wine and ambiance.

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  38. hapapower

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to Carlitos Gardel four times now, and have yet to be disappointed by their entrees, which are absolutely delicious and top-notch. The service is also outstanding, and on par with what you would expect from a high-end restaurant. On my most recent visit last night, my dear friend and I decided to order the Ojo de Bife con Hueso, which was honestly one of the most delectable steaks I have ever had in my entire life. The only thing I was not thrilled with was the $380 bill. Although I am always prepared for sticker shock with this restaurant, since the Ojo de Bife con Hueso was listed at "M.P.", I have no idea what I was charged for it. Evidently, it was a lot, since we split a salad, split a side, and split a dessert.

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  39. Eevv

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food and service! Amazing deserts. Favorite spot is f ours!!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish we ordered was delicious, the ambiance was great! Loved the live music performance. But not so much about the service though, our server was not engaging. He basically was there for us for taking orders, pouring water & wine when they came to our table, after that, we were on our own. He only checked on us once about the food when we just started to eat during the entire dinner. But there was this young server with long hair noticed we need help, so he came over to poured us wine and water, that was really nice of him, we really appreciated his help. For our main server, he was mostly chatting with other tables, I guess he wanted to catch up with their old customers, but it didn’t feel so good for new customers like us.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Diner temperature check required
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse using the Order Online button. Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (323) 655-0891.

Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse is rated 4.9 stars by 1871 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Carlitos Gardel Argentine Steakhouse

7963 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Melrose & Fairfax
  • Neighborhood
    Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Argentinean, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Executive chef
    Gerard Bozoghlian
  • Entertainment
    Live Piano on Fridays and Saturdays play Argentine Tango classics and World standards.
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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