I've been to this place twice in the last few weeks. Both times I had the filet w/ peppercorn sauce an mixed veggies @ $23 + per plate. Both times an awesome piece of meat and easily equal if not better than cuts I've had for north of $35. I tried the grilled octopus appetizer which was mouth watery, and also the grilled calamari salad which was delectable. For dessert, definitely try the caramel flan. its not generic flan, but an absolute dream. Also, try the 20-year old port (for $10). An absolute steal in NYC. The only negatives I would say are: (a) the word is definitely way out on this place so if you go there fri - sun after 7 PM, you'll have to wait. Also, another downside is that some of the patrons go there and order like nothing, but yap for hours while others of us are menu tasters and will spend accordingly. They have some sign up now that you have to spend $30 per person during world cup soccer, but good luck enforcing that one. I will also say that the wines we tried were not special. I belive we tried the Malbecs, both Oak barreled and non. No offense to Argentines on this board, but perhaps they do not keep the wines well over there due to the heat from the kitchen, etc. Overall a great place, but extremely small space. Oh, and the last time I went, the busboy took my $20 port which was half full at the time (probably in a rush to get us out of there due to the wait behind us). A quick complaint to the owner and I was given a replacement. No worries. Great place, but prepare to wait. btw,
Pros: Stellar Food for Meat lovers
Cons: Wine not kept well, long wait, table hoggers who spend nothing
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