La Estancia Jujeña

My boyfriend and I walked here from our hotel after two restaurants we wanted to go to were closed. Having peered in during a stroll, we noticed the tasteful and calming ambiance. It was almost 10 pm but the waiter and bartender still gleefully welcomed us. Our service was a bit slow, but he looked like to be only one of two waiters, so I suppose it’s understandable. Having traveled to many foreign countries, I now know many restaurants believe eating is a relaxing and enjoyable time and never rushed; not like the US were drinks, food, and the bill is brought on a timeline. Anyways, instead of chips and salsa we were brought some type of sweet bread and chimichurri, which was to die for! For our dinner, my boyfriend had a marinated flank steak and I chose the short rib. Both were expensive, but absolutely delicious. I must say his flank steak was beautifully marinated while mine was a simple salt and pepper, but adding the chimichurri from previously made my food amazing. I want to say after our meals and bottled soda, our meal was around 600 – 700 pesos. Pricey, but definitely a good last dinner for us and I will constantly long for their chimichurri.

Strolled in for a late night grub. Beautifully enticing candle lit ambience in a high ceiling open air terrance.
Amazing freshly made to order empanadas. I had mushroom & beef. Both very flavorful.
Will come back to try out their regular argentine steak offerings.