I went to Don Julio today. I'll post a separate review in the Don Julio thread but here are my impressions today. I put photos of all the menus on an X post.
Today I saw this article going around and had to share it here. A couple went out for dinner at Don Julio, one of the most famous (and touristy) restaurants in Buenos Aires, and their bill ended up being over 200,000 pesos. Yup, just for two people.
En el reconocido local de Palermo, una pareja optó por platos clásicos, degustación de vinos y postre, lo que derivó en un ticket por encima de los 200 mil pesos
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And no, we’re not talking caviar or vintage champagne, just the usual: steak, apps, dessert, wine. At this price point, it’s not about a local dining experience anymore, it’s a straight-up luxury. Look, I love good food and I get that Don Julio is known for top-notch meat and service, but honestly, this feels like they’re milking the tourist hype hard. You can still get a killer asado in BA, with great quality and service, for a fraction of that price.
What do you all think?
– Has anyone been recently?
– Any solid steakhouse recs that don’t cost a kidney?
– Is Don Julio still worth it, or is it just overhyped now?