Its USP is meant to be its asado (barbecue), where Irish-Argentinian owner John Rattagan tends to the coals & the grass-fed, dictionary-thick, pampas-reared steaks. The parilladas (tabletop braziers) for two are carnivorous heaven, particularly the top end version loaded with good sized pieces of rib-eye, rump, provolone cheese, superlative black pudding and spicy Argentinian style sausages.
The whole operation is patriotic through and through, from the Maradona photo on the wall to the Quilmes beer. The wine list in particular is one to commend as a lot of meaty establishments still over cater for the white wine lovers of the world. At Buen Arye, it's clear to see that they see big, bold and bulky reds fit to be served alongside the dishes they produce.
Not everyone is in love with it, however. Complaints about ‘sloppy’, disinterested service, high prices (chips at £4.50), inconsistency & the single unisex toilet come through periodically.
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