I have been here a few times now, and have nothing wonderful to say about this place. The best item on the menu is the bananas foster. The steaks are good - definitely not the best I've had - and are just WAY overpriced. A dinner for two can run $200+ if you order wine, deserts, etc... My husband and... more

Wonderful service, wonderful food, wonderful atmosphere, wonderful experience! I would go back in an instant! more

Everyone has their opinions about the best steaks in town. As one who has travelled the globe looking for the perfect steak, it's hard to beat a well selected cut from El Gaucho. You simply won't find better service at a more upscale establishment. This will be the finest meal you can get in Portland... if you select the right... more

Great steaks! Love the guitar music! more

Had dinner at El Gaucho on a Thursday evening. The ambiance is great....old school elegant. Curved booths, darkened lighting, dark wood, cozy. There were four in our party. We ordered Ahi Tuna Tartare as a starter. It was fantastic. Next, the Caesar Salad tossed table side. The production was great to watch. All of the great ingredients being blended together... more

This place gets my vote for the best cocktails, steak, service, and wine list in Portland. I've been dining here 3x year for the past 10 years and I have yet to experience anything to complain about. For those of you that complain about the prices--go to Outback. For those of you that complain that this isn't a family friendly... more

Great Food and excellent Service! more

Argentinian style steaks. Very expensive. more

I definately had better...but not necessarily in PDX more