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El Criollo
Empanadas de carne
Mentioned repeatedly as delicious and a standout starter, with multiple reviews highlighting their flavor and quality.
Parrillada / Parrilla / Asado
Frequently praised for excellent quality, tenderness, and perfect cooking. Considered one of the best parrillas with good variety of meats and accompaniments.
Plato al disco (including bondiola, pollo al disco, bifecitos al champiñón)
Recommended for being very flavorful, abundant, and well-prepared. Several mentions of dishes cooked 'al disco' with great taste and accompanying sides.
Milanesa napolitana
Specifically praised as a 10/10 dish, indicating it is a must-try item on the menu.
Postres (flan, budín de pan, panqueques)
Desserts are described as 'manjar' (delightful), included in several menus and highly appreciated by guests.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 3 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 3 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 3 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 3 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 3 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
About El Criollo
El Criollo is a grill restaurant in Tandil, Buenos Aires Province, serving lunch, dinner, and brunch. Reviewers consistently praise the abundant portions, especially dishes cooked al disco and grilled meats, along with the empanadas and the attentive service. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and reservations available. The price level is ARS 20 to 30K, and guests often say the food and portion size make the price feel fair.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is El Criollo known for?
El Criollo is best known for its empanadas and abundant meat dishes, especially plates cooked al disco and grilled cuts. Reviewers repeatedly mention the empanadas, bondiola, and mixed meat platters as standouts because they come in generous portions and are well seasoned or cooked very tender.
What dishes are most recommended at El Criollo?
The most recommended items include the empanadas de carne, pollo al disco with potatoes and vegetables, bondiola with sweet potatoes and mustard sauce, and bife a la criolla or bifecitos al champiñón cooked al disco. Reviewers also highlight the weekend suggestion menu with an empanada, three cuts of meat, and dessert for ARS 26,000.
What is the atmosphere like at El Criollo?
The atmosphere is described as spacious, warm, cozy, and quiet, with a casual but trendy feel. It works well for groups and solo diners, and reviewers note that it can feel especially calm on weekdays when there are fewer diners.
Is El Criollo good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers often say the portions are abundant and the prices are very good for what is served. The listed price range is ARS 20 to 30K, and one example from reviews puts a full menu at ARS 26,000, while another meal for two with drinks and no dessert came to ARS 50,000.
Does El Criollo have anything useful to know about drinks or reservations?
El Criollo offers large drinks meant for sharing, plus beer, wine, coffee, and dessert, and reviewers specifically mention 1.5-liter soft drinks and flavored water as a plus. Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, which is useful if you want to avoid waiting during busier meal times.
Is parking available at El Criollo?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Is El Criollo kid-friendly?
Yes, El Criollo is good for kids.
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