Gaucho Edinburgh is an Argentinian steak restaurant at 4A St Andrew Square. Set across two elegant floors, the dining room connects the ritual of Argentina’s outdoor asado with a polished city centre setting. It works for business lunches, dinners, pre theatre visits and private occasions, with a separate glass room for smaller groups.
Steak is the central focus, ranging from individual cuts to larger pieces designed for sharing. The kitchen uses open fire techniques and offers signature marinated cuts alongside seafood, chicken and other main courses. Empanadas, breads, tartare and croquettes provide several ways to begin before the parrilla becomes the centre of the meal.
Vegetarian and vegan dishes are marked across the current menu, including smaller plates and meat free mains. Diners with allergies should use the detailed information and discuss preparation with the restaurant. Set lunch and pre theatre menus give guests a shorter route through the cooking without losing the steakhouse identity.
Argentinian Malbec is a natural partner for the beef, supported by a wider wine list and inventive cocktails. The restaurant also references flavours from Chile, Brazil, Peru and other parts of Latin America in selected dishes and drinks. Gaucho Edinburgh is best suited to diners looking for a carefully paced steak meal where fire, wine and a sophisticated room all contribute to the experience.
Address: 4A St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH2 2BD, United Kingdom
Gaucho Edinburgh Menu
Snacks
Gordal Olives
Large green olives
Cheese & Truffle Croquettes
Mozzarella, cheddar, truffle, piquillo dip
Pan de Bono
Cheese breads, chimichurri
Three cheese Empanada
Wagyu beef Empanada
Chicken and chorizo Empanada
Rosemary Focaccia
Cultured butter, chimichurri
Beef Tartare Tacos
Chimichurri, cornichon, shallots
Tuna Tartare Tacos
Honey, chilli, lime
Starters
King Prawns Sugo
King prawns, rich tomato sugo, rocoto, basil
Gazpacho Soup
Chilled tomato, cucumber, basil, olive oil
Ricotta & Parmesan Ravioli
Cacio e pepe, parmesan, crisp brioche
Burrata
Creamy burrata, grilled peppers, confit tomato, basil oil
Grilled Chicken Salad
Chargrilled chicken, gem lettuce, green beans, mint, chilli
Steak Tartare
Hand-cut beef, chimichurri, crispy wonton, cornichon
Crab on Toast
White crab, toasted sourdough, cucumber, apple, soft herbs
Fillet Steak Salad
Sliced fillet, gem lettuce, green beans, mint
Scallops
Cucumber, lemongrass, green chilli, mango purée
Tuna Tartare
Yellowfin tuna, avocado, citrus, ají amarillo
Mains
Seabream
Pan-fried seabream, corn humita, salsa macha
Ricotta and Parmesan Ravioli
Cacio e pepe, parmesan, crisp brioche
Aubergine Milanese
Crisp aubergine, piquillo peppers, confit tomato
Gaucho Steak Pie
Slow-braised beef, mushroom, creamed mash, red wine jus
Salmon Fillet
Seared salmon, rich puttanesca sauce
Fillet Steak Salad
Sliced fillet, gem lettuce, green beans, mint
The Gaucho Burger
Beef patty, smoked ketchup, melted cheese, chimichurri, chips
Grilled Chicken Salad
Chargrilled chicken, gem lettuce, green beans, mint, chilli
Flat Iron Chicken
Half chicken, salsa macha mayo, salsa macha, watercress, lime
Steaks
Selected prime cuts of grass-fed beef
Sirloin
Tender with a strip of juicy crackling
Ribeye
Delicately marbled for superior flavour
Fillet
Lean and tender with a delicate flavour
Rump
Lean with a pure, distinctive flavour
Signature Marinated Cuts
Iconic cuts, each expertly marinated with authentic spices and fresh herbs for a bold flavour
Churrasco Rump
Spiral cut, marinated in garlic, parsley, olive oil
Churrasco Sirloin
Spiral cut, marinated in garlic, parsley, olive oil
Churrasco Fillet
Spiral cut, marinated in garlic, parsley, olive oil
Chimichurri Ribeye
Spiral cut, slow grilled with chimichurri
Large Cuts
Perfect for sharing
Chateaubriand
Centre cut of fillet, slow grilled
The Gaucho Platter
Sirloin, rump, ribeye and fillet
Sides
Chips
Green Salad
Garlic-Roasted Wood Mushrooms
Sautéed Spinach
Latin Mac and Cheese
Tomato Salad
Mashed Potato
Green Vegetables
Green beans, peas, salsa verde
Chargrilled Baby Gem
Caesar dressing, pancetta lardons, Parmesan
Toppings & Sauces
Fried Egg
'Nduja Butter
Truffle & Black Pepper Butter
Grilled King Prawns
Crispy Bacon
Chimichurri
Peppercorn
Béarnaise
Malbec and Bone Marrow Jus
Firecracker
Set Menu
Two courses 18.95 | Three courses 20.95. Available Monday – Saturday | 12pm – 6.30pm
Gazpacho Soup
Chilled tomato, cucumber, basil, olive oil
Three-Cheese Empanada
Rocket, pickled red onion, chimichurri
Squid Chicharrón
Crispy squid, sweet and spicy aji amarillo chilli sauce, pickled red onions, jalapeños
Rump and Chips
The leanest cut with a pure, distinctive flavour. Served with chips, chimichurri
Mussels and Chips
Green chili and lemongrass salsa, shallots, white wine. Served with chips
Miso-Chipotle Crispy Tofu Salad
Ancient grains, avocado, green beans, roasted corn, pickled onion, cucumber, mint, chili and mustard dressing
Milk Chocolate Mousse
Dulce de leche sauce, toasted cashew nuts, sea salt
Sorbet Selection
Lemon and raspberry
Coconut Panna Cotta
Served with mango and passionfruit
Sparkling Wine
125ml glass
Love by Léoube Sparkling Provence Rosé, NV
Domaine Chandon Brut, Argentina, NV
Pommery Brut Royal Champagne, NV
Cocktails & Aperitivo
Peach Royale
Ketel One Vodka shaken with Briottet Peach Liqueur, citrus and topped with Chandon
Lavender Gin & Tonic
Bombay Sapphire Gin shaken with lavender, lemon, cucumber and topped with Double Dutch Skinny Tonic
Passion Fruit Bloom
Grey Goose Vodka shaken with Aperol, hibiscus, passion fruit and citrus
Hugo Spritz
St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Prosecco, fresh mint and Double Dutch Soda Water
Paloma
Patrón Silver Tequila built with lime juice and pink grapefruit soda, served with a salt rim
Mezcalita Fresca
Illegal Joven Mezcal shaken with Cointreau, cucumber and lime
Negroni
Bombay Sapphire Gin stirred with Campari and Regal Rouge Red Vermouth