Brindillas Restaurant

"The atmosphere was great. We loved the stoneware and how the main focus was around the dishes. The ingredients were very local and fresh and there was a lot of thought in the presentation! Lots of creativity. 5/5 for food and the atmosphere. Our one piece of feedback was around the service - where we felt personalization lacked. The dishes were not thoroughly explained - just some of the ingredients were mentioned. More time explaining the process and inspiration around the dish could have gone a longer way! Overall though, it’s absolutely worth the visit and the value!"

Jessica Seger

"Our experience at Brindillas left us with mixed feelings and a sense of wanting more. From the start, there were some inconsistencies in the menu options: we were only offered the 11-course tasting menu in English, while other guests seemed to have a choice between 8 or 11 courses. This alone felt limiting and set a different tone from the personalized experience we’d hoped for.

The servers did their best to explain each dish, but the descriptions often seemed too brief, listing just a few ingredients rather than giving us insight into the techniques or inspiration behind each plate. This made it difficult to fully appreciate or understand some dishes, leading to a more subjective interpretation. Some courses, like the pea tart in the snack section and the rice with vegetables in broth, lacked flavor or technical depth. Additionally, certain ingredients repeated across dishes without clearly tying the meal together, which affected the overall cohesion.

Timing was another issue; the 11 courses were served within about three hours, making the experience feel rushed. Having recently dined at other Michelin-starred restaurants in Argentina, we were accustomed to a slower pace, with more attention given to savoring each course. For instance, at one point, our server continued asking if we were finished even though we still had food on our plates, making us feel hurried.

The sommelier was knowledgeable, though a bit more attention to detail would have improved the experience. Wines were poured while one guest was away from the table, and when we chose wine over whiskey for the final course, it wasn’t re-poured, which felt like a missed opportunity to end on a high note.

On the positive side, the restaurant did an excellent job of serving hot dishes at the right temperature, and we enjoyed the beautiful decor and ambiance. However, there seemed to be a lack of technicality and a more personal, expert touch that would have elevated the meal to match other fine dining experiences. Overall, while Brindillas has potential, our visit fell short in key areas, especially for a restaurant aspiring to reach top-tier standards."

Melanie Jensen

"This was our first time in a Michelin star restaurant. Brindillas has affordable, very well designed 8 steps menu. So happy with every dish we had. You must try here when you’re in Mendoza."

Rana