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Gaucho - Covent Garden, London, Greater London

Gaucho - Covent Garden

4.3
4.3
452 Reviews
£26 to £40
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Join us this December at Gaucho, where we’ll be serving up festive dishes and drinks with an Argentinian twist, perfect for corporate celebrations, Christmas parties and family gatherings!

Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden, our newest Gaucho location marks a return to London after a decade of regional expansion. Set within an extension of the iconic Royal Opera House, Gaucho adds a vibrant new chapter to one of the city’s most culturally rich districts.

Inspired by the artistic energy of Covent Garden and the passion of Buenos Aires' tango clubs, the design of the restaurant features striking elements that reflect both the local heritage and our Argentine roots.

On the ground floor, the atmosphere is bright and inviting—ideal for everything from Tango performances and relaxed business lunches to afternoon drinks. Downstairs, the basement offers a more intimate, theatrical experience, with rich, pleated curtain walls inspired by the dramatic red-draped stages of the West End.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Argentinian, Latin American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–23:30 Sat 11:00–23:30 Sun 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    020 7242 2222
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Searching for the ideal venue to host your next private event? Whether you're planning an intimate gathering, a grand party or an unforgettable celebration with an exclusive venue hire contact our Sales Manager, Cara at cara.claxton@rarerestaurants.co.uk to begin bringing your event to life.
  • Area
    Covent Garden
  • Cross Street
    James Street & Floral Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    TUBE STATIONS: Covent Garden - 1min walk. Leicester Square - 10min walk. Charing Cross - 15min walk.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Festive Set Menu

    £55.00 per person

    1 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2024
    Join us this festive season and experience our delicious Festive Set menus, available for all occasions this December. Enjoy three courses for £55 per person on our Festive Set Menu available every day. STARTERS Loch Duarty Salmo Rillettes Superstraccia Salad Beef Carpaccio MAINS - all served with festive sides & chimichurri sauce Ballotine of Turkey Ancho 250g (ribeye) Grilled Celeriac Seabream FESTIVE SIDES to share Roasted Spiced Butternut Squash Roast Potatoes Hand-cut Chips DESSERTS Chestnut Semifreddo Chocolate Brownie Basque Dulce de Leche Cheesecake *All prices include VAT and a discretionary 13% service charge will be added to your bill. *Menu subject to availability.
    Festive Set Menu photo
  • Steak Night Date Night - £70/£80/£90 per couple

    Multiple dates available
    Every Wednesday, join us for ‘Steak Night Date Night’ and dig into an epic sharing steak for two with sides, sauces and a bottle of red or white wine chosen by our team of sommeliers from £70 per pair. From a classic Chateaubriand, the centre cut of a fillet, to the Gaucho iconic cut Churrasco de Chorizo which is our spiral cut sirloin marinated in garlic, parsley and olive oil gather your partner or a few friends and family for the ultimate Gaucho dining feast. Churrasco de Chorizo 500g + 2 sides + 2 sauces for £70 Tira de Ancho 600g + 2 sides + 2 sauces for £80 Chateaubriand 450g + 2 sides + 2 sauces for £90 *A steak must be ordered between two people and cannot be split between three. *All guests must be dining on the offer.
    Steak Night Date Night - £70/£80/£90 per couple photo
  • Cocktails & Steaks with Mates

    £65.00 per person

    30 Aug 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    Gather your tribe for Friday feasts! Kickstart your weekend in ultimate Friday fashion with our all-new sharing experience, expertly paired with our outstanding latest cocktail creations. WELCOME COCKTAIL Kiwi Gimlet or Yerba Maté Jasmine Fizz STARTER Salmon tartare tacos Empanadas Beetroot & smashed avocado tacos (ve) PAIRED COCKTAIL Margarita with Chimichurri Salt or Malbec El Chueco MAIN A sharing board of three cuts of steak served with bottomless chips & chimichurri sauce. 100g Churrasco Cuadril | 100g Chorizo | 100g Ancho DESSERT COCKTAIL The Alfajores
    Cocktails & Steaks with Mates photo

What 452 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • West End London

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gaucho - Covent Garden offers a memorable dining experience with "outstanding food" and "amazing steak options." Guests praise the "efficient & friendly service" and the vibrant atmosphere, especially during the tango performances. While some guests noted service inconsistencies, the "great location" and "fantastic ambiance" make it a popular choice for special occasions.

452 Reviews
  1. Viron

    Birmingham

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, friendly staff and the food/steaks are amazing. Will definitely visit again.

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  2. Ian

    Surrey

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food . Great atmosphere. Would definitely go back

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  3. Guy

    Cambridge

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed ourselves and great service! The Mac and cheese was perfect

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  4. Joshua

    VIP

    London

    30 reviews

    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The steak was of very good quality cooked to Gaucho’s high standards. Very very busy & clearly popular Covent Garden Restaurant opposite the station.

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  5. Pat

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Under whelmed. Nice enough but not wowed. Busy staff, understandably inattentive.

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  6. Arlene

    London

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We managed to get a table on a Saturday evening whilst in London. We both wanted steak and this came up as having availability on Open Table, such that we thought we would give it a go. The staff were exceptional throughout, from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. We had different experiences with our food though. My husband enjoyed his steak and said the dauphinois potatoes were the best he had ever eaten. My steak, on the other hand, lacked any flavour / seasoning and the chips were overcooked, sadly. Neither of us really liked the peppercorn sauce but the lettuce wedge was a welcome and light addition. Mixed reviews on the food, but we all have different tastes and what works for one, might not for the other. Only other point is that we were sat in a dark area of the restaurant, so we couldn’t really see the food. Again personal preference but we do like to see what we are eating. All in, the husband loved it, I thought it was ok, but the staff were wonderful.

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  7. Nico

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was cold the sides was horrendous and the drinks was average we had to ask where are drinks got lost and we had to ask for our food eta twice when the food came out the chips were cold and rock solid we had to give them back and the other sides were just not up to par. Won’t be returning there anytime soon if ever.

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  8. Michael

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Steaks were exceptional Ambience lovely Good service Only criticism, no time for dessert and no warning

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  9. India

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We only had 40 minutes or so until our show started so we were worried we wouldn’t make it. Our server was kind enough to put a rush on our order and it came out SO fast. Food was incredible and service was fantastic! Plus we made the show with time to spare :)

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  10. Thomas

    London

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pre-theatre dinner. 20 minute wait for a pre-booked table and first thing were told we only had 1 hr 40 on the table. ( Actually didn’t need that anyway but it wasnt much of an intro) Long wait at cocktail bar for a cocktail while waiting for table. Food came quickly but plates were cold. -maybe so youd eat quickly. We all had really good well cooked steaks which were phenomenal. Overall in a very busy restaurant in a very busy Covent Garden on a Saturday night near Christmas it was a perfect way to start the evening. Great location. Great table. Great atmosphere. Great food.

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FAQs

Gaucho - Covent Garden is rated 4.3 stars by 452 OpenTable diners.

Gaucho - Covent Garden does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gaucho - Covent Garden

8-9 James St, London, Greater London WC2E 8BH

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    James Street & Floral Street
  • Area
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–23:30 Sat 11:00–23:30 Sun 11:00–23:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Argentinian, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    TUBE STATIONS: Covent Garden - 1min walk. Leicester Square - 10min walk. Charing Cross - 15min walk.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7242 2222
  • Private party facilities
    Searching for the ideal venue to host your next private event? Whether you're planning an intimate gathering, a grand party or an unforgettable celebration with an exclusive venue hire contact our Sales Manager, Cara at cara.claxton@rarerestaurants.co.uk to begin bringing your event to life.
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