Porteño in Surry Hills

I came to Porteño Sydney for my birthday and had an early seating at 5:45 PM. Unfortunately, we were crammed into a corner with tables so close together it felt uncomfortable. The food was great, but the service was disappointing we only saw staff when dishes were being served. I would have expected that a restaurant of this caliber has thought of the overall dining experience and atmostphere.

Consistently epic

The food is so delicious and the service is amazing!

Impeccable service and the best steaks in Sydney! Flawless dining experience can t wait to return!

Everything was perfect I could not fault a thing. Makes a great date spot. Definitely recommend.

I had the best steak of my life here- asked for well done (which is hard to do correctly) and they killed it. Loved the chimchurri too!

One our favorite restaurants in Australia! World class service and delivery food

Last night, seven of us came here to celebrate a child s birthday. However, in the middle of the night, two adults and two children started vomiting, and another adult had diarrhea. By today, everyone is experiencing the same symptoms vomiting and diarrhea and feeling very unwell. I tried emailing you but received no response. Considering the high price I paid, it is unacceptable that there was an issue with food safety, leading to what appears to be food poisoning for all of us, and yet there has been no reply from you.

Wonderful service, we had a great evening. Thank you.

I had my birthday dinner here! All servers were friendly and personable, as well as helpful but not overbearing. I would like to compliment Garth particularly as he literally held my and my partners hand when ordering and he made sure we were making the right choices. He recommended our wine and in the end he sent us a courtesy desert for my birthday which was amazing! He made us feel at home! It was overall a lovely experience and the food was great too! :)

Perfect evening. Must tries: witlof, skirt steak, rack of lamb, banana old-fashioned

Amazing service, staff, excellent meal choices

The best steakhouse in town with very nice service aswell

The most incredible food and service - not a single dish disappointed.

Steak was really great

Our favourite steak place in Sydney! Their T-Bone is a must have!

definitely my favorite Argentine restaurant, the guys in the dining room pamper you while from the kitchen come dishes that show all the passion of the chef. I recommend it

Amazing evening! Food was insane and the service to match.. our waiter Jimmy was fantastic- attentive, knowledgeable and funny without being over the top or intrusive- a true service professional. Will be back. Thank you for a beautiful evening

Tomahawk was delicious. Food, wine, service is excellent. You get what you pay for.

Great steak, the T bone was outstanding

Porteno is ranked 40th in the worlds steak restaurant rankings. I had high expectations as it was already a famous restaurant in Sydney. In conclusion, it was great. In the reviews, they say that there is a difference depending on how the meat is cooked when grilled over a wood fire, but the T-bone steak I ate was cooked to the best medium rare. The tuna ceviche and wagyu carpaccio were also excellent. The Pinot Noir wine recommended by the sommelier was also good. We made a reservation and went on a weekday, so we often saw empty tables. If you are going on the weekend, be sure to make a reservation.

I work as a chef in a steakhouse in Taiwan, and the first thing I do when I come to Sydney is to eat local steaks. Different from the American beef that Taiwanese often eat, Australian beef usually has more flavor and aftertaste, leaving an endless aftertaste. This time my friend and I ordered the T-bone and rumb cap, both of which were perfect. You can see the chefs ability to control the heat. The drinks are amazing and the cocktails are on par with a fine bar. Other dishes are of average quality. What Im not used to eating more is the beef tongue, which has a soft and waxy texture thats quite special. For dessert, I chose classic pudding, which was average. All in all, if you have the opportunity to come to Sydney, this is one of the things you can t miss on your list.

Amazing service and truly divine food every single time. They know so much about their food, where everything comes from and whats special about everything. The whole experience is really really enjoyable.

Great food, bustling atmosphere and the service was on.

first time trying porteno - argentina restaurant! we got four people - good to order a table of food for sharing. for snacks - we ordered: - truffled tartare tarlet: very good bite size snacks, but a little bit too cheesy, which overpowered the flavor of tartare. - beef empanada - this is like a dumpling stuffed with beef, it would be way better if its a smaller one. for appetizer: - king prawns - this is by far the best dish of the night, meat was juicy and so flavorable - house made chorizo - the sauce (sofrito) was the highlight and it went perfectly well with the dish. for mains: we ordered a 2kg special dry aged steak - beef was cooked medium rare - it does taste really good, tender, juicy, however its a bit too fat and oily when you had few pieces more. It was a lovely experience but to me the price is a little bit over and the food doesnt make me wow . If you love nice service, this is definitely a good place to go. cheers on a saturday!

Had a great experience at Porteño, they are very passionate about what they serve you and it showed with the detail and service that they provided. Highly recommend coming for special occasions and celebrations. We tried the morcilla and my argentinian partner said it was like being back home. Also dont leave without trying the beef empandas and flan. All the wait staff were incredible and customised to give us the best experience possible.

Soooooooooooo nice. It was my never ever tasted dishes. Perfection is may the best suitable word for this restaurant. Especially Renan is the amazing server in here. Hes recommendation was targeted to our appetite and everything was perfect. I really hope to come here someday very soon.

We had a fantastic birthday dinner last night! The food was amazing and the service from Jiminy was wonderful!

Great restaurant.. fantastic service and top quality dishes. Possibly the most consistent restaurant in Surry Hills for years.

A bit pricey but everything is good! Favorite steak house in Sydney, so much better than the marketing giants who don t allow you take photos

Steaks were so good it melts in your mouth. Also tried the fish of the day which was also fantastic. Definitely recommend for special occasion as it is on the price side.

I would describe the dining experience as DESPERATE. After served the steak, we are literally by our own with no water for half an hour. This is very frustrating given that the steak is so greasy. This is the very first time I have to leave a large portion of steak on the table unfinished. It is simply too greasy. I can enjoy A5 beef buffet, but I simply can t have more of the ribeye.

Absolutely amazing fine dining experience. Menu was excellent. Dined here with my wife for my birthday and had the tasting menu with drinks.

Nice steak with the sauce recommended ( bordelaise)

I visited here on the last day of my trip to Korea, looking forward to eating good food. We reserved a bar spot on a weekday, so it wasnt difficult to make a reservation. We made a reservation the day before. Among the foods recommended, we ordered and ate oysters, T-bone steak, and endive dishes. We were satisfied with the appetizers and side dishes, but the main dish, steak, was not for us. I ordered it to be cooked medium rare, but it came out close to medium rare in the center and close to well done on the outside. It may be difficult to control the grilling because it is cooked over an open flame, but it was disappointing that the texture and taste were not uniform due to the different degrees of baking. Also, the fat and tendons were not properly removed, so some of it was spit out after eating. For others, we recommend ordering Wagyu sirloin, tenderloin, or sirloin separately rather than T-bone. The service and atmosphere were very good, but the food was disappointing.

We over ordered for 2 people and did not regret it! The seafood, the steak and lamb were like butter. The vegetables were magnificent. Dessert was a dream. Oskar was so attentive that we felt like the only people in the busy restaurant. Just a fantastic experience. Thank you Porteno .

The food was amazing, favourites were the fries and perfectly cooked T-bone. Brilliant service from Garth, Mario, Sudhir, and Jenna! Thanks guys!

The food was great! Even though it was a Monday and there were a lot of people, the service was a bit slow and there seemed to be only two people to greet the guests and take orders

Good steaks, Tasty sides and very friendly staff. The pricing is on the higher end of a steakhouse but not overpriced. Food

Delicious food and great drinks

Best steak and service in Sydney so far.

Incredible spot, amazing food and wine and outstanding service.

Walked in w/o a reservation and was kindly seated at the bar. Lamb was exceptional as well as the custom cocktail I ordered. Attentive, professional staff. Low noise level. Soothing ambiance. This place put a smile on my face after a very challenging day.

I recently dined at Porteno and it was an exceptional experience. For staters, we indulged in the House made chorizo, which was the best weve ever had. The main course, Wagyu was cooked to perfection with a beautiful sear and tender, juicy interior that true steak lovers will appreciate. Rangerss steak, each cut is cooked perfection, offering a symphony of flavors that melts in your mouth. The side dishes are equally divine. Overall, Porteno delivers a memorable dining experience with great food and attentive service, making it well worth a visit.

Bone marrow was good, However for a steak touted as one of the best in Sydney it left much to be desired. It was like eating uncooked chewy strips of dry aged beef doused in olive oil. I don t like food wastage but it was completely inedible and could see the shock on the waiters face taking away literally a whole steak. It could ve been the produce on the day but unfortunately so disappointing and expected more for a renown establishment. Black was far better.

I didnt search and found it, but it was delayed due to a subway accident. I stopped by with my family because I had time and wanted to eat a steak. The owner here is Argentinian, so there are all soccer photos and Eva Peron photos^^ The staff were very friendly and fun. I was told it would take a long time for the main menu to come out, so they recommended the snack menu. I ordered a truffle tartart and it had a good flavor and went well with beer. I also ordered grilled cheese. It tasted like Korean-style grilled corn cheese, but was much more delicious. Roasted broccoli was also good. The lamb ribs were $92 and came with four, which was perfect. It was the first lamb ribs in Australia and it was a success. The wagyu rump steak was also good. The T bone steak was also very delicious. The wine price was not cheap, We were passing by and visited without a reservation. At the table next to us, there were couples all dressed up in suits. I felt like I needed to make a reservation on the weekend. I am very satisfied.

The food was amazing, the atmosphere was great and the service was phenomenal. We will definitely be back and have told all our friends.

Food is wonderful. Service is the worst I don t like how they train their staff to push you order their $300+ wagyu. We Ordered the $120 one a few other dishes whcih end up with 140 per person. Which is fair enough for me and my partner. It s our third visit so we have our favourite dishes. Not interested in the chocolate eating wagyu at all. But the staff just keep indicating you that you might not have enough food. I saw two ladies next to us have to finish a huge portion of steak which will be me if I listen to him/her. This would totally ruin the experience. They should ask whether it is your first time visit instead of pushing everyone to order the same. The staff have not enough knowledge to the dish on their menu but only point you to the expensive one. Do you know that sausage has been on the menu for a long while being so popular It is delicious and will feed people pretty well. Do you know not everyone is keen on eatting every dish meat only Vegies are also necessary to me. Hope the manager see my note and provide a better training on the service.

The cocktails were unique and delicious. Every dish i ordered was sooo good especially the steak. Plus amazing service friendly waiter. thank you!!

best steak in syd!

Dara and Garth were exceptional. As soon as we entered, Dara greeted us warmly and introduced us to our server Garth. You are very lucky if your server is Garth as he does make excellent food/drink recommendations and he made us feel very very welcome. His service was impeccable. The ambience, drinks and food are a 10/10 I would definitely recommend Porteno to fellow travelers visiting Sydney; it truly is a must-visit restaurant in Sydney.Thank you so much for such a wonderful wonderful afternoon.

Often, the best ingredients requires the simplest cooking This rings very true here, the meat is so good, all that was required was a bit of salt. The atmosphere is also really good, our waiter Renan, was professional, friendly, and a gentleman, really enjoyed our experience here 10/10 would come again

great food would definitely come back Food

Our Irish & Nepalese waiters were both amazing. So knowledgeable & on top of everything! Compared to Cleveland Street Porteno, which was the last time I dined there, it was a tad disappointing tbh.. Still great, but definitely not as good & a more limited menu.. Chorizo $ brown butter mandelines - delicious ..Bone marrow entree really great. The Atlantic bugs were seriously delicious!! Wagyu good - but have had better.. Good cocktails & wine selection.. Would highly recommend- all in all, a great food dining experience

The meat was so good and grilled brilliantly. It is indeed not cheap, but there are many shops that are more expensive than his store but not as delicious as his store, so what about bicycles? Just be extravagant, come on, eat some good meat and treat yourself well.

Fantastic food.

Worth every penny.

This is the best steak restaurant in Sydney. Of all the restaurants I visited, this place served the most delicious steak. All menus were excellent and the service was satisfactory. I hope you visit once.

Everything was good, exception at the end where we had significant left overs from the $750 tomahawk, chips and chicken. I specifically asked to bag everything, multiple times. Once home, we found only the main bone was bagged. Disappointing on a night where we spent ~$2k where it was otherwise great.

I recently dined at Portena in Surry Hills and had a delightful experience. The food was fantastic, particularly the Wagyu steaks which were cooked to perfection. We also enjoyed a delicious vegetable entrée and the baked cheese with honey and oregano, which was a standout dish. The atmosphere at Portena is both classic and cozy, making it an ideal spot for a date or special occasion. The staff were friendly and attentive, adding to the overall positive experience. While it is a bit on the expensive side, the quality of the food and service makes it worth the splurge. Highly recommended!

Sorry I m disappointed great service, great ambiance, price is okay, but the food is very much overrated, especially steaks. Oysters are good. Food

bad service

Loved the manning valley sirloin, really meaty. Lean, full of minerals, but not too tough, perfectly complemented with the fatty chocolate steak.

Very enjoyable dining experience. Highly recommend the tartare tartlet, dry aged steak and chargrilled brussel sprouts. Ronen, who served our table, was very humorous and attentive.

Absolutely phenomenal

Everything was wonderful Thank you, we had a great night :-)

Great selection of meats to choose from.

High quality food!! Beautiful and delicious. Worth the money

Food was sooooooooo disappointing. Beef tongue, no flavor whatsoever, I kind hope the chef forgot to put salt on it that day otherwise that means either there was something seriously wrong with me, or there are insane amount of people with no taste buds giving out good reviews, or worse, people getting paid to give good reviews. Ordered steak, it was shocking how you can make steak raw and dry at the same time, how can a medium rare or even rare steak be dry? It was also amazing that they managed to find a piece of sirloin steak with so much silver skin and tendon. If a piece of meat is that bad of a quality, what s the point of dry aging it to begin with? When the food is good, it makes you forgot a lot of details, otherwise you start to nitpick, like how close the tables were, how the waiters didn t put away our coats despite how little space we had to begin with, how they seriously asked that s it? That s not a lot of food with a disappointing tone when we decided we weren t that hungry, how they didn t bother to ask how we want our steak to be cooked, I guess the best way to have dry age is medium rare, but it doesn t hurt to ask.etc etc Overall,if it is 60 dollar per person family friendly steak house, I would have given it a better rating, but not for this price point

Both food and service were great. We had the T-Bone which was very good and all the sides/entree serving sizes were very generous too.

We had my friends 18th birthday here, the food was exceptional, the service was exceptional, and the atmosphere was lovely. We had the Chefs Selection set menu and was very satisfied with the quality and serving sizes. The wine pairing was on point and the cocktails, mocktails, and spirits were divine. I will absolutely be back In the future and cannot recommend highly enough this establishment. Thank you again for your exceptional hospitality and for making the 18th celebration so memorable.

Great vibes, the bread was amazing. Steak was cooked well, and we loved the brussel sprouts

Thx lovely Porteño staff let me have a touching birthday, the cold weather is warm because of you guys

The steak is incredibly tender, melting in your mouth! The scallops are refreshing and delicious. Every dish we ordered was outstanding. Waitress are very friendly. Highly recommend this restaurant

The food was wonderful, and the tasting menu was flavorful and delicious, with each course coming out in a timely manner. The service was truly exceptional! If I could give more than 5 stars for Nick, I would. He was so attentive yet gave us space to enjoy ourselves and had some great recommendations. All the staff were wonderful and so friendly, making our experience even better! Highly recommend.

I had my birthday dinner last night at Porteño. It was amazing! Last night was my second time had my birthday dinner there. The foods always amazing! Their service is outstanding! We had the australian wagyu it was the best steak i have ever had! I was very happy that i have my birthday dinner 2 years in a row at Porteño

The waiter who answered the phone had a very poor attitude. I suspect he has serious racial discrimination because as soon as he realized we were Asian, his tone became very unpleasant!

One of the best meals I ve had for a long time. Service was friendly, attentive and professional. Wine list was fantastic. All dishes we around across entrees to mains were amazing. Lamb and steak were the best I ve had in a very long time. The dessert was amazing their feature dessert was the standout of my night as I don t often go for dessert, but this was delicious.

The service very good and friendly

The quality of the food was good, but the T-bone steak was badly cooked

Oysters were good! The scallop crudo had a nice kick to it and it was really nice. I also liked the woodfired cheese and the honey complemented it really well. I didn t really like the chorizo though. For the mains the flat iron was soo good! I understand why the rating is so high for their steaks. The witlof was a good side and I found very refreshing. The chicken was also great and very juicy! The staff were also very enthusiastic and kind which made the experience even better!

I visited for dinner on the last day of my trip to Sydney. The staff was friendly and the menu was all delicious. The main menu, steaks, are reasonably priced, but other menu items, including appetizers, are a bit more expensive. I heard that there is no tipping culture in Australia, but the server was so friendly that I happily paid. However, it would be more convenient to have a reservation system through Google Maps.

We really enjoyed our experience here for my partner s birthday. We had high expectations for the steak and it was quite good! Really smokey, tender and went really well with the chimichuri. We were pleasantly surprised by the cheese and the chorizo, both pretty generously portioned. Chips were crispy too. Good drinks list and pretty casual vibe.

Excellent service and attention

I recommend the place, very good, very good service.

excellent place

Very good food

The truth is that the quality of the meat is very rich. Everything was very impeccable, I also loved the empanadas. The atmosphere is all very nice.

A pleasant place with good energy and delicious dishes from another dimension.

Wagyu tongue was ok. Bread was burnt apparently. The butter was quite greasy taste Idk why (Usually I can have butter without any companion food) Forgot to take photo of the steak, while Its normal anyway not too bad/too good.

Great food, service and atmosphere!! Service was great, very friendly however not in your face. Suggestions were helpful and wines constantly topped up. Great atmosphere with darkly dimmed lights, perfect for dates however still the hustle and bustle of a busy restaurant. Food was exceptional, definitely recommend the tartare tartlet, fried potato, Hervey Bay scallop crudo to start and many options available for steaks depending on what type of cut you like cooked perfectly. 100% recommend to add the witlof as a side as it s super refreshing and helps cut the through the fattiness of the steak. Desserts were also killer with us opting for the flan as well as the dessert special breakfast in Buenos Aires. Would definitely try to come back to try some other starters that we couldn t fit in next time.

Personally, I think it s a bit too much to be boasted about by the Internet. If you go on a weekday evening, you need to make a reservation in advance There are seats available even with a one-hour temporary delay~ The service is pretty good, but I always recommend the most expensive dishes. I usually order them based on user reviews. Beef bone marrow is too raw. Neither my boyfriend nor I can accept it. The steak is aged for 42 days. I only recommend the steak. This restaurant is also famous for its steak, so if you mainly eat steak there is no problem. Other dishes and cocktails are average If its a birthday, they will be very attentive to help you change to another cake tray, take a photo of you first, and help you cut it into the size you want. But bringing a cake costs 10 per person

Average.

I felt nauseous and uncomfortable at this restaurant because the waiter spoke to us in an excessively and discriminatory tone since we are Asian. They displayed an arrogant attitude, and their tone was filled with sarcasm. I am curious about your professionalism as a waiter. Additionally, the staff kept discussing us with other waiters, looking at us while talking with discriminatory expressions, which was very impolite and made us feel extremely uncomfortable. We were just there to have a meal, but the staff united in their racial discrimination against us. This was very unfriendly. As a restaurant with higher pricing, the service was nonexistent, racial discrimination was rampant, and the food was mediocre. I will never come back and will inform everyone around me that this restaurant discriminates against Asians! Spending money here only resulted in disgust and ruined our mood.

We really enjoyed our meal - steak is great as expected but the chicken was a surprise! So moist and flavoursome. The portions are perfect. Everything went well including the service. But at the end after we paid and the waiter saw we selected no tip his behaviour changed towards us. Kind of odd.

Food was incredible. Service was impeccable. I would highly recommend. porteno is now my newest favourite restaurant.

Service was perfection! Atmosphere relaxed and fun. Loved the cocktails. Dessert was to die for, I do not mind spending good money on a fabulous meal but I hate paying a good chunk of it for steak on its own!

Went there with friends last Saturday and had a good time. We shared a 850g aged ribeye which was full of juice, texture and flavor. The restaurant offers a chill relaxing atmosphere and the service was very attentive.

5 star review for the Scottish waitress who been very kind to us . The food was terrible. From the cocktail, to the undercooked meat. I never eat a rib eye with that much grease on it. 70% of my piece was only fat with no meat. 220$ is a shame. Even the cheapest meat in Coles have less fat. Dont trust Instagram and avoid this place. Save your money and save your time.

amazing good and service! Would like give a shout out to the lovely Sophia! She offered the best recommendation for us and love her energy brought to the table. We had a wonderful evening!

Steak was so tender and the sauce was delicious

Absolutely impeccable service and attention to detail. Watching the fire and the kitchen work was such a special experience and cannot fault the food. The Brussels sprouts are to die for!

My family brought me here to celebrate my birthday in April, and we had a wonderful time enjoying a delicious meal and a couple of cocktails. The wait staff were amiable, and you could tell that they genuinely enjoyed working here. It was great to share a few laughs with them. The food and service were both exceptional, and I appreciated the romantic corner where we sat, even though I was with my family. Thank you for making my birthday celebration so memorable.

Most amazing steak ever

Overpriced, steak too rare and chewy. Nice fish and prawn. Good service and nice venue. Food

I visited this steakhouse with my family. Every dishes served is amazing and tasted awesome, the staff have a really friendly and comfortable service to us. The total of all these dishes and drinks was about $400 including tips and surcharge, I think it s quite reasonable for the high quality and quantity.

BEST STEAK IN SYDNEY!! So good I came back the following week They have CHOCOLATE FED COWS!! They are full blooded wagyu chose fed, means they are 100% from Japan or cows that have the Japanese blood line. They are fed Cadbury choc and the steak literally melts in your mouth!!! I ve had A5 and Kobe beef in Japan and here but this steak is by far my favourite. Bone marrow was a flavour Bomb!! Must try Only point was the ambience was a bit too dark for my liking. Always will come back, highly recommend for date night or celebrations

My partner and I had an amazing experience dining at Porteno for his birthday. The Porteno team were very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. The dishes were mouthwatering, delicious and packed with flavours. I ll definitely be back!

I was impressed with the food and service from last night. The steak was delicious!

Had dinner here for my partners 30th birthday. Rachel, Oscar, Mario and Nick were all so warm and amazing. Food is beyond delicious and wine and cocktails were sensational. What a treat! The XO and Charred Lime King Prawns and T-Bone steak being the key highlights for sure.

Simply delicious! High quality meats and very good wines.

Outstanding. Food is fantastic, wine is fantastic. The salt and vinegar potatoes are a must. Everything we had went well above our expectations. We had the pleasure of having Garth as our Waiter this evening. WOW.. we are blown away. Garth, you are not only an asset to Porteño but also the Hospitality industry. We have walked away having such a fantastic experience and we will absolutely come back for a chat and a Malbec recommendation any day of the week.

Overall portenos is a good restaurant but does not live up to its expectations and sydneys most coveted steakhouse. The hostess was very accomodating and wished me happy birthday which was nice. The bone marrow and fries were very good however the main attraction the steak was average, not that tender for the price and the dry aged lacked that intended flavour I got from Alfie s. Our waiter seemed annoyed when I asked to take our leftovers to go but reluctantly did so. Ultimately still a good eat but overrated.

Highly recommend the woodfired bone marrow and the wagyu tomahawk!

Porteño, an Argentine-inspired restaurant, captivates with its authentic flavors and vibrant atmosphere. The moment you walk in, youre greeted by the enticing scent of grilled meats and a lively, welcoming atmosphere to which as soon as we were greeted we were taken care of straight away and shown some amazing customer service. The menu at Porteño is a meat lovers paradise, featuring a variety of cuts cooked to perfection on the traditional parrilla. The asado de tira and bife de chorizo are standout dishes, showcasing tender, juicy beef with a perfect char. The empanadas are a must-try, boasting flaky pastry and flavorful fillings. Sides like the grilled provolone cheese and chimichurri sauce complement the meats wonderfull and I would highly recommend getting the bone marrow also which comes in sizzling hot. The wine list predominantly features excellent Argentine wines, offering perfect pairings for the rich, hearty dishes. The knowledgeable staff is more than willing to help you navigate the selections. Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian options also Parking: Parking is literally across the street from the venue which is amazing with a lot of parking available Wheelchair accessibility: Wheel chair accessible also

Food was excellent. Great service and atmosphere.

Life is too short to eat boring food! Every dish we tried was packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. Service was excellent, quite easily some of the best food I ve had in a long time. Will definitely be back! Big thanks to the Poteño team for making our anniversary dinner wonderful.

Porteno is an amazing place to dine. The manager and staff are all nice and friendly. They really do have a personal touch of amazingness. My favourite favourite place to go in Sydney hands down

Steak is very tender

A wonderful place for friends and family celebrations. Good service with lovely staff. Highly recommended!

Awesome steak. Add an egg!

Loved the food, great selection of wines.The sommelier really knew her wines. I highly recommend this place.

I had an amazing experience tonight with Porteno! The customer service here was top-notch, Lucas gave us the 5 star service! and the foods exceeded my expectations as always. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for quality steaks and excellent service.

I recently dined at that Argentine restaurant and it was delightful. The beef was simply sublime, paired with an excellent selection of wines and cocktails. The service was friendly and attentive. A top-notch culinary experience that I highly recommend.

The best steak house in Sydney. I expected 100% satisfaction, but it reached 200% satisfaction. Especially, Jennas service was outstanding.

They were very friendly and even showed me the inside of the fermentation facility and introduced me to the menu. The recommended wine and starter were also very delicious.

The Atmosphere is zero since the surrounding of this restaurant is filled with huge rats on the streets and on the sidewalks. I counted 10 rats scurrying through and out of the storm drain to the roads and pavements in front of this restaurant. Is management of this restaurant doing anything about this? Why should anyone spend $190 here surrounded by rats???

Everyone recommended the steak here, so I went there for my boyfriends birthday. The appetizers and wine were all okay. I dont know if the hot food staff in the kitchen that day was new or if the quality of the meat was not that good, but the steak was so dry and tough that I frowned after taking one bite and could barely chew it. The surrounding tables seemed to be okay, but they all said it was too tough and they ate it while nodding their heads. Its a steak restaurant, but its okay except for the steak. The atmosphere is very pretty and the servers are very friendly.

Very nice steak also a little pricey, but service was great. Thanks Shane

We had a fantastic night out for our anniversary! The food was absolutely amazing and truly made our evening special. Not to be overlooked, Garths exceptional service truly perfected the entire experience. While tipping isnt customary here in Australia, Garths outstanding service inspired us to leave our first-ever tip!

Tiger Prawns were so tasty, service was warm and attentive, ambience was perfect

Great service and food. We ordered several item and shared them all. They took a few slices and cooked it to my satisfaction..

Thank you so much for making my birthday so special! The service was professional but engaging, the menu is meat focused (of course) absolutely delicious, our steak was cooked to perfection. Very interesting wine list and the atmosphere was just superb. A bit pricey but worthy! 100% recommend

A great friend of ours introduced me to this restaurant. It is near bus stops and a good 6minute walk from central station. Tucked away from the husting road, it is a good place for meet ups. Always loving their steaks and bone marrow.

Delicious and delightful. Can recommend bar seating. Everything we tried was delicious, but you should definitely order the brussel sprouts.

Amazing medium rare steak. The place is a little too dark though, couldnt read the menu well

Today I sit under the conditioner I feel cold due to period so asked for staff turn a little bit down ,she was nice she turned the conditioner down .the side table asked her it s summer I can understand they are fat so after few mins they feel hot ,but staff said to them they will Leave soon .but in That time I am not planing leave ,very unprofessional to say that we leave soon ,I came after that side table I waited our food 30 mins or maybe more longer time and our main course just coming .waitress told them we leave soon ,I cost around 580 dollar asked the most expensive wagyu beef 385 dollar in special menu and let me feel your restaurant service like this ask me to leave ?i. just coming they want us leave .very bad to hear that!or maybe she think I dont understand english ?you were me how do you think ,waitress want us leave now?she is not providing comfortable way to deal with ,not providing a suitable way ,customer Service is bad for me seriously ,I was appreciated she turned a. Little bit down I still leave 20 dallor for tips.but I won t come next time .

We ve got to try this restaurant and by far became our favourite, food is delicious and for sure they have the best staff, so efficient! Definitely worth it

I admit that the food and service are good, but I am dissatisfied and confused about the seating arrangements for Asians. Is there an issue of racial bias? Why are all Asians seated together in a corner?

A nice place with good food but please stop advertising yourself as Argentinian restaurant. There is nothing Argentinian in this restaurant other than a few pics of old players on the walls.

The quality of the dishes is good. But the service really leaves a lot to be desired. Tables too close together.

We went to Porteno a couple of weeks ago for work dinner. I loved how the restaurant looks and it was also fun to watch the chefs cook and prepare the different dishes. The food was really yummy -- the steak was cooked perfectly and it was paired with a really nice and balanced chimichurri sauce. The roast/ grilled chicken dish we had was amazing. How do you keep the chicken with a nice char and crispy skin that moist?! I wasnt able to take photos of all the dishes, because whenever they came in we just couldnt wait to dig in. We also had ceviche and a baked brie (?) for an appetiser, plus really nice sourdough with bone marrow butter. It was all delish! Giving you all 5 stars! It was a lovely night.

The first time here! The food was impressed and so good. The gentleman, Lucas, who served our table is incredibly friendly and professional. He s been patient recommended the dishes to us! His service deserved 5/5 rating:) Definitely will come back!

Perfect for an intimate date night or long overdue catch up with family/friends. The hospitality was amazing, the greeting we received from all members of the team was a great way to start our date night. The service and warmth featured throughout the whole night. The atmosphere of the restaurant was perfect. Low lighting, real candels, open kitchen (which features some massive BBQ Pits) and an impressive wine rack in the centre of the restaurant. Food was amazing! We got the wodfire cheese and the pork special. You must try their specials, the flavour profile out of this world. Even Brussel sprouts taste good here! We topped it off with some Malbec. They have a great dessert menu but honestly we were so full from main, maybe next time Parking: Wilsons Car Park across the road.

The important thing: Very good quality of the product and delicious dishes. Some vary a little compared to the original recipe, but it is very delicious (e.g. black pudding with macerated green tomato). Eye! The quantities are large! The atmosphere is subdued and very pleasant and the waiters are super attentive.

Got a meat lover close to you AND a special occasion (or non occasion)? then this is the place for you!! Been going for years and is still in top 3 for Sydney dines

Sydney Steak is top 1. The meat quality is a little lower than other steak menus, but the portions are generous and delicious, and the meat is cooked perfectly! The main menu, T-bone steak, takes quite some time to come out after ordering. After ordering the main menu, we recommend ordering a drink, entrée, or snack menu and eating it first.

After reading the 4-5 star reviews making me so excited to try this venue. Unfortunately, It did not meet my expectation in term of food and service. The steak is just average no flavor! Need to ask for salt and pepper! The sauce is no taste at all. Order the hot chips ! Mcdonald chips are better no taste at all just smell like herb taste nothing! The smokey tomato sauce. Heinz ketchup is better. The service needs to be improved. Overall, my personal view once time for me for this venue.

Very good service. Food is okay, nothing Argentinean about it though. The chef surely likes oil.

We had a nice welcome; the waiter was very attentive throughout. However, the drinks didnt meet expectations; we ordered two non-alcoholic drinks that lacked flavor. Although we enjoyed the ceviche, considering its a meat restaurant, we expected it to excel in that aspect, but it was quite the opposite. Both the meat and salads were drenched in oil. Midway through the dish, I couldnt continue eating due to the excess oil; it wasnt meat fat but rather extra oil! It doesnt represent authentic Argentine cuisine. I wouldnt recommend it to those looking to experience Argentine dishes.

The food was amazing, the most tender steak Ive ever had, and the Woodfire Cheese with Honey is phenomenal. 5/5

It is more like an Argentine or European steak than an Australian or American steak, and it is actually an Argentine-style steak. Grilled steak with a wood fire grill is incredibly delicious, and the yellowtail ceviche served as an appetizer is also delicious. Because the chimichurri sauce is very oily, it can vary from person to person.

Love it. Always a favourite when I m in town. Best steak and delicious entrees. The service is impeccable.

Booked the table a week ago, but only got a table sitting in the hallway looks like the temporary one, very tiny table for 3 ppl. Food not that great, does not worth the price, not recommended.

Come here if you want to be disappointed and flush money down the drain. One of the worst steak houses I have ever been too, with the poor service and even more poor food. I ordered the $210 dry aged rib eye medium rare, and was served it extremely rare. It made it practically impossible to cut or chew. When I asked it be cooked medium rare (for the second time), it came back well done. Over salted, over cooked. When I told the waiter, he said it was medium and left immediately Pub steaks are better at 1/10th the price. Do not recommend

When you go to a 2 hat restaurant you have certain expectations! You want good food, good service & a good atmosphere right? Porteno almost gets it right, they have great service the wait staff are very well trained. No wonder Sydney restaurants have a shortage of trained experienced staff, Porteno has them all. The decor and vibrant atmosphere is exciting & visually engaging, well done. The food i feel is a little lacking in taste, we ordered a huge tbone and an eye fillet, taste was ok not fantastic but it came out almost cold, maybe they let it rest too long. The sides menu is small-expectable but not really exciting, some brussel sprouts & a tomato cheese dish, you get what im saying. We ordered the tomato thing but got chips instead, ok not too bad. The meat is cooked up front on a open bbq pit smells great but it was a little bland and cold. The wine list is incredible and well worth discussing with the sommelier We wanted desert but were told we had no time left so i cant comment on that. After spending a good amount for 4 people i would have expected a little more time especially since there were many empty tables. If you want a good argentinian experience i think you can find better food.

One of my favorite restaurants in Sydney, their steaks are outstanding.

An exploration of wood seared steak and amazing accompanying wines. Its a celebration of food from a carnivores perspective. Enjoyed savouring every bite.

For a steakhouse ranked within the top 50 in the world, your expectations may be too high. The environment is great and the atmosphere is perfect. The waiters, waiters, and manager guys are all very handsome, and I feel like Im having a blast. The taste of the dishes is very average, a bit greasy due to the beef bone marrow, but very fragrant. The oysters are very fresh, which is very satisfying. But it took an hour from ordering to serving the 1kg T-Bone, and I was disappointed the moment I put it in my mouth. It is also grilled over charcoal fire, but its texture and taste level are not even 1/5 of those of T-Bone, a small shop in Florence! It doesnt have the feeling of being charred on the outside and tender on the inside, with only a hint of charcoal aroma, and the salty taste is too light. After a few bites, you will feel tired and your stomach will be completely overwhelmed. I have eaten many more delicious steaks with better value for money. If I only pay for the environment and service, I feel it is a bit unsatisfactory.

Don t worry about any other review unless it s five star. This place is unbelievable. I ve eaten at hundreds of restaurants around the world and this is definitely top 10

Great food. Impeccable service.

Excellent food, great atmosphere and friendly staff. Not a budget restaurant. Food : 5/5

The steak was probably the best steak ive eaten...ever.

It s a nice restaurant. If you don t have a big appetite, you can share it and you ll notice the difference in your taste buds.

Ive been hanging to try porteno for along time and was lucky enough to have our work Christmas dinner here. We did the banquet option per person and then we added a tomahawk, the mayura station flat iron waygu and the Jacobs creek inside skirt. For me the flat iron steak was my favourite. The tenderness was second to none and the flavour was amazing rich and deep while being seasoned to perfection my knife barely had to do any work. Definitely one of the best steak joints in Sydney with a wine menu to match. I cant wait to come back with my partner.

This is an outstanding restaurant which ranks in my top favourites, not just for steaks. This establishment has come a long way since my first visits to the Cleveland Street location. The space is cleanly presented while being warmly inviting. Theres no doubt that their steaks are the highlight of their menu with both fresh grain fed and dry aged options. We settled on their blood sausage entree, kingfish rillettes and the famous T-Bone steak. All dishes were fantastic in their flavour and the steak was cooked to perfection and properly seasoned accompanied with in-house chimichurri sauce. Service was friendly and efficient. They helped explain the options and assisted with our choices. Overall, there arent many other restaurants which would top Porteno for the quality of meat dishes, while their other dishes also impress. Thank you for a wonderful dinner experience.

Demanded $400 cancellation fee. Extremely rude woman on the phone who hung up on my sister when she queried the fee. Never, ever again.

GFG Two Hats Restaurant specializes in Argentinian-style Mexican cuisine. To be honest, it is a bit far from fine dining. Although I have expectations and tolerance for that distant place, the products are more like street food, such as Spanish blood sausage, which is a mess and the skin cannot be chewed. But I am personally impressed by their dry-aged beef. It is lightly fermented for about a month, which makes the beef full of flavor. The medium-grilled beef is also good and very tender. The service is also good. If I come back, I will order the dry-aged beef.

Everything was impeccable. The steak was cooked accordingly to medium rare plus and the taste was spectacular. Service was great too. Should get a Michelin Star!

Service was excellent. Just a little disappointed in the flavour of the steak we received (the dry aged, 850gram - I think it was). Have definitely had better (flavoursome and more enjoyable texture) steaks elsewhere for the price of what we paid for it (200+ AUD).

Great cut of meat. Excellent entrees and sides. Excellent service. Would recommend this place. Price high but not ridiculous for the quality of food

I had the opportunity to dine at the restaurant last night for a date. Although the oysters were decent, the 500g bone-in sirloin MBS3+ for $150 was disappointingly chewy and overpriced. The atmosphere was not ideal, with noise and poorly positioned tables. On a positive note, the wine was good.Never again!

Our Anniversary couldnt have been spent at a better place. Porteno never disappoints. From the mouth-watering dry aged steaks to a beef tongue delicacy the food is spectacular.. everything is worth a try. Oh and the service! Garth is an absolute legend, he provided first class service and made us feel at home. His energy and attentiveness made our experience absolutely flawless.

Amazing food wine and service. 100% recommend best restaurant in Sydney!

I have had the pleasure of visiting this establishment twice recently, and I wish to extend my applause to the staff for their consistently warm and welcoming hospitality. The impeccable cuisine and outstanding customer service leave no room for criticism. The wine recommendations, perfectly complementing the culinary experience, were also greatly appreciated. This is truly a place I would like to revisit whenever the opportunity arises.

It s my second visit here because of the beef bone marrow was impressive. This time what left me an impression was the attitude of one of the staff who served the my table tonight. Felt rude and impolite! Dining time was 2 hours and when 1 and half hour past, while we still chatting and some food was left, he just came and took the plate and food without asking????? 3 minutes later he just put the bill on our table without saying anything and passed the EFT machine and waited. I was thinking I am dining at a proper restaurant or a fast food stall. Felt so rude and totally ruined the nice atmosphere and the high quality of food. Will not visit again with such bad experience.

Overall it was okay. The food portions were a little small and overpriced. My friend had to send back her salmon as it was over salted but they were kind enough to automatically deduct the salmon from our bill. The restaurant was nicely decorated but the space was too small for the number of people that were seated. It was difficult for me to hold a conversation with my friend who was seated 1 foot away from me due to how noisy it was near our table.

Porteno have been my long time favourite restaurant, but never wrote a review about it. After many years of opening, the style of the food have change, now its more like a woodfire style steakhouse. But still the food and service are excellent. The dish for me are the best is The woodfire cheese and the steaks. Plus the homemade chorizo

Heck yes! Everyone should try this place. Its $$$ but not a rip off