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    El Sizzling Chorizo

    Argentinian, BBQ, Latin American, Eat & Drink

    Dishes priced around$35

    Reviews of El Sizzling Chorizo (81)

    Read what people think about El Sizzling Chorizo! All reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners.

    5.2/6

    81 reviews

    5.2/6

    81 reviews

    Food:Outstanding
    Atmosphere:Excellent
    Service:Excellent
    Value for money:Good value
    Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
    Noise levels:Very pleasant
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    "Good"
    4/6
    Mark L.4 months ago · 1 review

    My steak was cooked good. To how I wanted it Rare. Salad was bit plain chip were nice.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Elora R.4 months ago · 1 review

    Empanadas and meat was very Delicious. Restaurant is very sympathic.

    "Average"
    3/6
    David L.4 months ago · 1 review

    Initial service was good, but after food was served the waiter never came back to check in if we wanted anything else or how the meal was. Would have loved to have more water and order more drinks but never had the opportunity.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Marc v.5 months ago · 1 review

    If you don't book a table you could miss out on the finest meat dishes in Auckland

    "Average"
    3/6
    Lesley B.5 months ago · 1 review

    Our steak was not medium rare as ordered but the other meats where good - thought when you booked in advance you would get a better table - staff where lovely - would return but unlikely to recommend to others -

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    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Troy S.5 months ago · 1 review

    Perfect. Must visit. Our first time here but will be back.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    frances s.5 months ago · 1 review

    Fabulous food and wine. Great staff. Excellent meal all round.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Kimberly ..5 months ago · 1 review

    We absolutely love this place. Food is great. Fast. Ambience is great as well. Small little place but the food packs all the punch. We will always recommend this place and will be back for a 3rd time.

    "Good"
    4/6
    Calvin S.6 months ago · 1 review

    Good ambience and food. Although the chicken dishes can be better. Service could also be improved.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Picha K.6 months ago · 1 review

    My friend and I had an incredible dinner catch last night. Foods and services are great as always. We enjoyed it so much that we couldn’t stop eating and ended up ordering extra!

    "Very good"
    5/6
    John V.6 months ago · 1 review

    El Sizzling is my go-to place whenever I crave proper meats. Sadly the wagyu is not available tonight but the Parrillada is always a great option.

    "Average"
    3/6
    Ice W.7 months ago · 1 review

    Our family dinner was quite disappointing. The seating was cramped and not kid-friendly. After ordering, we got zero table service. When the food came, we had to repeatedly ask for utensils, and by the time they arrived, the meat was cold. Poor experience overall.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Tsz Yan L.7 months ago · 1 review

    Great steak👍great service, great place. Will come have dinner for sure

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Zarrick B.7 months ago · 1 review

    Very friendly staff. Food was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. Will definitely go back

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Bertrand M.7 months ago · 2 reviews

    Second Time and so good ! Thank you so much !

    "Good"
    4/6
    Anne M.7 months ago · 1 review

    We always love El Sizzling Chorizo but the food was not of the same quality we are used to. The cuts of meat which are central to the BBQ experience were tough and not of the usual quality. The service was friendly, but several things were also left off our order. We will still be back, but hope these things are just a glitch.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    simon m.7 months ago · 1 review

    friendly service great tasty food , will always recommend this place , 5stars

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Grace R.7 months ago · 1 review

    La viande wagyu avec un nerf mais bonne cuisson et accompagnement Cadre sympa

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Marina M.7 months ago · 1 review

    Amazing food! Will be returning for sure. Love the chimichurri sauce!

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Tritip K.8 months ago · 1 review

    The best lunch I’ve ever had, $35 for best steak and fries!!! Perfect grilled!!! Will definitely go back again soon!!

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    George Q.8 months ago · 1 review

    Amazing service and food was really great! Would recommend this place.

    "Awful"
    1/6
    Robert H.8 months ago · 1 review

    We booked three days in advance and when we got there with my 84 year old mum in law, they didn’t have any suitable space for us. We left and went somewhere else. If this is the way they treat all customers it is embarrassing for the business

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Eileen G.9 months ago · 1 review

    the beef rib is the best and fries amazing, I know its only fries but surprising how often fries can be average

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Milorad B.10 months ago · 1 review

    Lovely experience , easy booking , just great, no issues

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Noriko M.10 months ago · 1 review

    Food was great and service was great. I definitely recommend this restaurant!

    "Good"
    4/6
    Bronwyn P.10 months ago · 1 review

    We have been to your restaurant a few times and really enjoyed the meals but for some reason tonight the steaks were not as great as usual. Just when we were hosting family and raving about how good they were. We still had a nice evening.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Yuly L.10 months ago · 1 review

    It would be good to have some music in the restaurant. There was no music yesterday, and that could have added to the atmosphere.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Albert P.10 months ago · 1 review

    food was amazing, steak was perfect and staff was lovely

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Ruth N.10 months ago · 1 review

    Delicious food, quick service. Steak cooked just right and a large salad portion

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Hayley B.a year ago · 1 review

    Always such great food! Definitely recommend to anyone who wants a good steak

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Lily M.a year ago · 1 review

    Great food and service. Would definitely come back again !

    "Good"
    4/6
    JAMIE H.a year ago · 1 review

    Food was good but expensive for what you got. $51 for 300g steak with a average salad. You had to pay for fries etc The location is very good, but little cramped.

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Louise G.a year ago · 1 review

    We had a very enjoyable dinner, to celebrate a special birthday. The service was second to none, the food delicious. The only thing which slightly let it down was the fact that, although the outside area was reasonably warm in most areas, we were sitting by a gap in the 'tent' letting in quite a cold draught (just bad timing that it was a night which was quite breezy in that direction). Unfortunately, one other group of people sitting in the outside area, who were actually sitting under a heater, had taken all of the blankets which had been available on offer (approximately 2 per person in that group). Other than that, it was a great night. Parking was safe and easy access to the restaurant, which was great, as we don't know that area well.

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Mike A.a year ago · 1 review

    Another great meal, although our quiet birthday dinner became very loud when the next group of men attended a table next to ours, it all be came very loud very quickly.

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Mike C.a year ago · 1 review

    We had a team dinner on a quiet and rainy Tuesday evening. The service was great and the food was flavourful. I particularly loved the Chorizo we sampled as an entree, and the pork belly was superb.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    nick d.a year ago · 1 review

    Big slabs of delicious meat! My tummy is very happy.

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Amanda S.a year ago · 1 review

    Friendly team, love the theatre of sitting at the bar watching the chef and the open flames. The little stools not so comfortable but we wanted to sit there! Meat was delicious, beef rib beautifully cooked though, great flavours from the flame. Steak good - cooked to rare as requested. Also standout was delicious simple salad dressing on the green salad. Meat is expensive now so while the bill was expensive for such a simple meal it is the reality of good cuts of meat right now. Have been before, will go again!

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Braden P.a year ago · 1 review

    Surprised how quickly they brought out a perfectly tender cooked meal, and the wine matched great.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Alex W.a year ago · 1 review

    Incredible variety of food and wine pairings The staff were so lovely and welcoming. Would highly recommend and can’t wait to go back!

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Teresa B.a year ago · 1 review

    Friendly staff / Love the atmosphere and watching the chefs cook in front of you 🙌🏻

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Joey C.a year ago · 1 review

    Foods are good, good service and environment, easy to park

    "Good"
    4/6
    Vatea A.a year ago · 1 review

    The choice on the menu has gone down a bit. Still a good place to eat

    "Not good "
    2/6
    Jessica O.a year ago · 1 review

    Waitress was rude and meat was dry in parts. We also booked a table and no table was reserved for us on arrival

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Nicholas C.a year ago · 1 review

    Great place, awesome food! Love the vibe and the service was amazing.

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Lulu L.a year ago · 1 review

    Amazing and friendly staff. Yummy food! The best chimichurri sauce!

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Luis F.2 years ago · 1 review

    The food was amazing. The short rib is incredible. Delicious beer

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Jui N.2 years ago · 1 review

    We were a group of 8 and although tables only seat 6, the staff did everything to make sure we were accommodated well, even on New Year’s Eve. Apart from that, all the food was excellent! Will definitely be going back.

    "Excellent"
    6/6
    Alex G.2 years ago · 1 review

    Great tasting food and great view of the meat being cooked. Friendly staff.

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Anisha A.2 years ago · 1 review

    Food and hospitality is superb good. Only one demerit- not nice sitting area. Had short rib along salad on side; amazing 👌🏻

    "Very good"
    5/6
    Quandoo Diner2 years ago · 1 review

    The food was great, too bad shortrib wasn't ready yet.