The 9 Best Asado Experiences in Buenos Aires

1.Authentic Argentine Asado BBQ with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 3 hours · from $74Our pick

Join hosts including Roger and Milton for a seven-course Argentine asado in a welcoming local setting. You’ll try chorizo, sweetbreads, provoleta, steak and seasonal dishes, with four Argentine wines, soft drinks, dessert, and live acoustic tango and folk music. The group is limited to 10 and the evening lasts three hours.

“Very friendly fellowship hosted the BBQ. Treated everyone like family. Great food!”

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2.Join a Local Family for an Argentine Barbecue

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 3 hours · from $116

Join Betty, Marcelo, and their family at their Palermo Soho dining space for an eight-course Argentine asado. You will watch Marcelo grill each course, hear Betty explain parrilla traditions, taste Malbec and other Argentine wines, and meet fellow diners from around the world. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs can be accommodated.

“This was my highlight of the time in Buenos Aires. Betty and Marcelo welcome you in their home with open arms and you will have the best asado of your life. Everything was perfect from the curated atmosphere, excellent wine selection, great explanation of food/techniques and Argentinian traditions and most importantly, amazing company. I would recommend this experience to everyone who visits Buenos Aires that wants to enjoy delicious food, wine and company.”

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3.Argentine Barbecue Asado Dinner Experience with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Join hosts Milton and Roger for a nearly three-hour Argentine asado at a private home in Buenos Aires. You’ll share grilled meats, vegetables, salads, dessert, four local wines, Fernet and cola, and soft drinks with up to 11 other people. The evening ends with live acoustic tango and folk music.

“Roger and Milton were incredible hosts and it was a great asado experience. Don’t think twice, just book it! It was very fun to have the small group experience where we met interesting people from all over the world.”

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4.Polo Under the Stars and Argentine BBQ Evening Venue from Buenos Aires

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $247

Travel from Buenos Aires to Argentina Polo Day for a professional polo match beneath the lights. Your bilingual guide explains the rules, introduces you to the horses, and may let you practice with a mallet or ride. Empanadas, unlimited wine and soft drinks, and a full Argentine asado are included.

“You will NOT regret this. The hospitality was outstanding. Not only did we get to (1) eat and drink delicious things (2) learn about and watch polo being playing but also (3) we got TO PLAY POLO OURSELVES. This was a fantastic experience that I recommend to anyone visiting Argentina.”

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5.Santa Susana Ranch Day Tour, BBQ & Shows

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 32 reviews · 8 hours · from $270

Travel from Buenos Aires to 1,200-hectare Santa Susana Ranch for empanadas and wine, a museum and chapel visit, carriage rides, Argentine barbecue, gaucho demonstrations, mate, and a tango and folklore show. Transport and a multilingual host are included. Horse riding costs extra.

“el show artístico estuvo espectacular y la comida muy buena”

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6.Full-Day at Santa Susana Ranch with BBQ, Drinks and Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19 reviews · 8 hours · from $595

Leave Buenos Aires by air-conditioned van for Santa Susana Ranch, where you’ll enjoy empanadas, wine, an Argentine beef barbecue, tango, folklore, boleadoras, gaucho contests, mate, and pastries. An English- or Spanish-speaking guide leads the day. Hotel pickup is limited to selected central hotels.

“bylo super, wino i jedzenie super, mimo ze padalo odbyly sie pokazy gauchos, ominela nas jazda konna z powodu deszczu, wycieczka warta pieniedzy..... uwaga na wino darmo, dobre i MOCNE :)”

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7.Secrets of Asado in Buenos Asado, BBQ and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 3 hours · from $100

Spend three hours at a family home near Palermo with Sacha, an asado grillmaster who has worked in local steakhouses and on The Bachelorette. You will taste provoleta, choripan, morcilla, short ribs, sirloin, wine, chimichurri, and homemade dessert while learning how Argentina’s food and culture meet at the grill.

“Sasha is a gem, who is really passionate about both Asado and Argentinien culture. It's a true Asado in a family setting, very nicely arranged in front of an open grill. You will learn something about the right way to grill and can lend a hand if you want and the result tastes amazing! You get an entire menu, including more than enough wine. An absolut must-do when you are in Buenos Aires to get a view behind the door”

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8.Polo Match, Lesson, and BBQ Day-Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 9 hours · from $295

Travel 80 km from Buenos Aires for a nine-hour polo day with hotel pickup, professional matches, horse preparation, a lesson, a small polo game, trail riding, and an asado with Argentine wine. Hosts such as Bahador, Juanse, and Juan explain the rules and coach riders of all levels.

“We had a wonderful day with Juanse as our host. Whilst I chose not to ride, my travel partner, who is an experienced rider had a fantastic time watching the morning chuckas, learning the basics and then getting to play some polo with the group and the support staff. He specifically noted how well the day was run to include people with varied (including none) riding experience. Lunch was great - lots of various meats, veggies and wine or juice etc. as a non rider I really enjoyed the park like grounds, the birds, watching the games, and the dogs - bring your binoculars. All round positive and fun day.”

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9.Private Delta Boat Tour with Barbecue onboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews

You rent a private boat for up to eight people and cruise the Buenos Aires Delta for three hours with an English- or Spanish-speaking captain. Two adult meals are included, featuring Argentine barbecue, wine, bread, salad, dessert, and coffee. Arrange extra meals at least one day ahead.

“A great experience with the boat. Our captain was very nice and treated us to a BBQ. The boat is in good condition and even has a toilet. Communication with the organizer was very good. Unfortunately, the pick-up didn't work out exactly. We drove there ourselves and received a discount. A great experience that we can happily recommend!”

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