Restaurant
Porteño
50 Holt St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
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50 Holt St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
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Surry Hills’ benchmark for open-flame cooking pairs Argentinian wood-fire technique with serious dry-aged cuts. Searing beef directly over hardwood coals imparts a clean smoke and crisp crust to dry-aged wagyu and 1kg T-bones without unnecessary fuss. Long-table gatherings lean into empanadas, wood-fired bone marrow, and crisp brussels sprouts matched with sharp chimichurri. The dining room balances low candlelight and open-kitchen energy with focused wine pairings, ending smoothly on flan mixto topped with dulce de leche.
- Wood-Fired Grilling: Dry-aged Wagyu and thick-cut T-bones take on deep smoke and charred crusts over hardwood embers.
- Argentinian Specialties: Traditional bone marrow, empanadas, and bright chimichurri sauces complement prime butchery cuts.
- Celebration Dining: A vibrant, candlelit room and polished table service suit milestone birthdays and shared feasts.
What's On at Porteño
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at Porteño
Experience authentic wood-fired Argentine grilling, bespoke milestone hospitality, and seamless group dining.
Wood-Fired Grilling Technique
Cuts are grilled over open wood fire to achieve a rich charred exterior, tender interior, and clean aromatic smoke profile.
The traditional Argentinian wood-fire grilling is executed with precision — beautifully charred crust, juicy interior, clean smoke flavour without bitterness.
机智的维尼熊 Argentine Starters & Accompaniments
Starters and classic accompaniments showcase signature Argentine preparations, including wood-fired bone marrow and traditional sauces.
The wood-fired bone marrow was perfect, rich, smoky and beautifully charred, exactly the dish to start with and share.
Max Rounasi Thoughtful Celebratory Hospitality
Celebrations are elevated by observant, thoughtful floor service that adds memorable personal touches.
It was such a thoughtful gesture and truly made our evening even more special.
Débora Duarte Expert Beverage Guidance
Knowledgeable sommeliers and waitstaff tailor beverage and dish selections to create seamless pairings.
Mario combined both me and my partners wine preferences and recommend a wine to suit us that blew both of us away.
Brittany Hart Milestone Celebration Ambiance
The dining room pairs an open wood-fire kitchen with a refined yet energetic setting suited for marking key personal events.
Whenever there’s something important to celebrate, this is always the first place that springs to mind.
Sssuzie zsy Sharing Menus & Group Gatherings
Sharing-style banquet formats and custom private event menus comfortably accommodate large parties and dietary preferences.
We were a group of 15 with a few dietary requirement which was supplied by email a week prior and on the day there were no issues.
Agnes
Most popular items
Signature wood-fired cuts and specialties from the Argentinian grill
Woodfire bone marrow
The wood-fired bone marrow was perfect, rich, smoky and beautifully charred, exactly the dish to start with and share.
Max Rounasi T-Bone steak
Would highly recommend the T-bone steak, wood fired cheese and chorizo.
Toby Millington Margaret River Wagyu steak
Then we continue our food journey with Margaret River Wagyu steak with crispy fried brussel sprouts as a side and Chimichurri, Salsa Criolla & Quiquirimichi as condiments. OMG.. each slice of steak worth of gold. The steak was so tender. It's melted in mouth just like butter.
Rina Maria Spiced Hunter Valley Charcoal Chicken
The Spiced Hunter Valley Charcoal Chicken was incredible, the Skull Island prawns were unreal, and the Margaret River flat iron steak was one of the best steaks I’ve had in a long time.
Alexandro Lopez
Other favorites
Starters, sides, and desserts that complete the Porteño dining experience
Flan Mixto
We choosed Flan Mixto and Affogato as dessert to finished up our dinner.
Rina Maria Empanadas
The best starters were their empanadas and tartare
The Mog Champ Crispy fried brussel sprouts
Margaret River Wagyu steak with crispy fried brussel sprouts as a side and Chimichurri, Salsa Criolla & Quiquirimichi as condiments.
Rina Maria Mashed potato
the meat, salad and mashed potato were all delicious.
Cristina Krindges
Beyond the menu
Above-and-beyond hospitality touches and tailored celebratory gestures recorded by guests.
Thoughtful Take-Home Gestures
When guests mention loving a specific house-made component like the butter, waitstaff arrange a takeaway portion to take home as a personal parting touch.
Surprise Birthday Confections
Guests celebrating birthdays receive unexpected celebratory desserts like complimentary birthday mousse to mark the occasion.
Tailored Private Dining Inclusions
Private dining groups receive bespoke touches including complimentary custom printed menus, private speaker access, and waived cakeage fees.
Customized Wine and Menu Guidance
Floor staff and sommeliers combine individual guest wine preferences to curate tailored bottle pairings and customized dish recommendations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to book a table in advance?
Yes, reservations are accepted and highly recommended as the dining room regularly fills up, though walk-ins are occasionally accommodated when space allows.
How does ordering work, and should you order starters first?
Steaks take time to cook over the wood fire, so staff recommend ordering starters—such as the wood-fired bone marrow, empanadas, or octopus—to share while your main cuts are prepared.
Are set menus or private dining options available for groups?
Yes, set banquet and tasting menus are available alongside à la carte ordering. For groups, banquet and trust-the-chef menus offer shared steaks and signature dishes, and private dining groups of 15 can arrange custom menus and accommodate dietary needs in advance. Note that groups of 8 or more incur a 10% service fee.
What dishes are recommended if you want something other than steak?
While beef and dry-aged steaks are the focus, the wood-fired spiced chicken and seafood options like octopus and skull island prawns are widely praised signature alternatives. Vegetarian food is also served.
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