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5.0 of 5 stars.
Flavorful, just flavorful.The chimichurri was very good. Maybe it was just me but I found it quite stinky. I don't know. But it was good. For our party of 7, we ordered beef, chicken, and ham &...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
When we first sat down to our table, the waitress neglected to acknowledge our existence for a good 20 minutes. When she finally got to us, we realized that she was the same waitress who had visited...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Go for the empanadas and add a little chimichurri sauce. Love the flan. Nice atmosphere and very well-priced. Awesome wine list.
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here during restaurant week but would go back anytime in a heart beat. I had steered clear of this place for fear it would be too pricey, but it's definitely worth every penny. The food was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. That was a darned good steak. A celebratory dinner for my girlfriend was in order - so, based on the other Yelp reviews, I picked this place. I made a reservation online, and even though we were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, good atmosphere, decent service. Had a filling, flavorful steak (entrana, I think) which was tender and wonderful. Good portion size and pretty affordable, I think. Service was a little...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We did not like the food at all. We had the Churraso and Lamb chops and the cheese corn empanada. Only the empanada was good (inspite of the bland filling) The food is basically glorified diner food....
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I loved this restaurant. Went for my birthday the other day and had the BEST filet mignon ever. It had white peppercorn sauce on it. My husband had the special which was a sirloin with stuffed...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first Argentinian cuisine experience!It's a place that I wish I went to more.I had the Filet w/ Roquefort and Amy had the marinated skirt steak.She definitely had the better dish.The filet was a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One word -- Amazing. Went this weekend for our second meal and it was as good as I remembered! Service was great. We couldn't decide if we wanted to get sangria or not and our waitress brought us...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Juicy, tender, and oh-so flavorful steaks. What sets it apart is the tangy spicy chimichurri sauce. Ask people who live around the Arlington area where they consider their local go-to for a solid...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is just great! Tasty beef, with excellent prices and a comfortable atmosphere. The times we have been here the service is always great and accommodating. Definitely not a place for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tango is a carnivores' delight! The meats are prepared to perfection and always exceed expectations. My personal favorite is the Entrana which is a grilled skirt steak with the chimichurri sauce!...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
God, I miss Arlington's restaurants! This place has great food. I had flank stank for under $20, and it was probably the best steak for that price, I've ever had. Chimichurri sauce rocks.
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Veggies bewarned!Holy crap, they can cook a piece of beef.(I'm pretty sure it's not super high end steak-house dry aged beef, but it's delicious)Had the empanadas (yes all 3 kinds), olives, and a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place surprised the heck out me. I saw them on Phantom Gourmet and what Danny Andlemen says is gold usually. I decided to take my girl there so we left to Arlington. There is absolutely no...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Tango on a Saturday night, the first thing I should say you should get a reservation for Saturdays - by 6:30pm people were waiting at the door. The food was amazing and the wine list was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I want to start my review off by assuring any future patrons that the food here is delicious and perfectly seasoned, and the portions are worth the price tag. We smartly made a reservation, as the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have no beef with Tango! I love this place! Tango never disappoints. I personally do not care for steak, but I enjoy the lamb chops. They are tiny, but DELICIOUS. For appetizers, I love the beef...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After a four star outing last time, this trip was unquestionably a five star experience. I went with the Restaurant Week menu, as I had decided on the Medallion Roquefort (gigantic filet mignon with a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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Made reservation one day in advanced. Got there 10 mins early. Waited in line for 1.5 hours from the time of reservation. The host was horrible. Very unorganized. Seating people out of turn. The food was on...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a great place!! You definitely need reservations on a Friday or Saturday night. Recommended for anyone who loves red meat! Their chimichurri sauce and their Argentina Homemade Ice Creams were my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last week I had a massive blow out with my wife. After six years together and three children she finally has the audacity to tell me she likes fine dining. I'm slow. I had no clue. At any rate, I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely can't get enough of this restaurant!!! I tried this place last year when it was part of Restaurant Week, now anytime I have out of town visitors, I make sure to bring them to Tango....
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tango prepares excellent meat dishes. When I'm hankering for a good steak, I go here. It can get busy on Fri-Sat so you might want to make a reservation.
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great. Great. Great. - now one of my favorite restaurants in the Boston area. Well worth the drive. Went in on Sunday night at 9pm. Just a couple of tables were full but the entire staff was still on...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't usually like steak that much, but I brought my steak-loving boyfriend to Tango for a celebration. I ended up loving the meal as much as he did! The restaurant was pretty crowded on a Friday...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"Let's Drink!"That which you drink makes you drunk;He who is drunk goes to sleep;He who is asleep doesn't sin;He who doesn't sin goes to heaven;And if we're going to heaven,Let's drink!(translation of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Would have been 5 stars if it wasn't for the noise level and communication issues with the server (who was friendly, sweet and nice as pie regardless). If you're a carnivore like me the selection of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We tried Tango last Sunday night and boy were we glad we did. We had a great meal with very good service. We sat near the open kitchen which was fun to watch. We had the sweetbreads(excellent) and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Parillada!This is a decent Argentinian restaurant for the Boston area. The ambiance is inviting, the service is good. the empanada's are great (which is very important!) They offer beef,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Argentinian in the area.
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Don't compare Tango to Morton's," I kept telling myself this morning as I was preparing to write this review. "Don't compare Tango to Morton's."I ate at Morton's on Monday, and so my trip to Tango...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband took me here once I started eating meat again. I have never been to a place where they bring you a tray of well meat and lots of it. Make sure you bring a few people if you get the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We were facing the usual dilemnas: friend from out of town, a desire to impress, yearning for a new place to eat, etc. It satisifed the pregnant mostly non-carnivore (salmon) and the Malbec-sipping...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Anniversaries - you celebrate your births, your nuptials, your reigns as Queen - you know, the mundane things. Me, I aim higher: I reserve these celebrations for more profound, epiphanic moments....
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had a great dinner here. The empandadas - both the meat and the ham and cheese were yummy. I had the Entrana -- skirt steak, and even though I'm usually not a big red meat person, thought it was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great tasting steak and really wonderful service. Eclectic atmosphere and really personable service. The Churrasco was fabulous. And the Parrillada Para Uno was melt-in-your mouth tasty. Great place...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love meat. They love meat. Its a great relationship. I want to go to Argentina after going here.....to eat more meat.
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tango is definitely for meat lovers.....The filet with Roquefort cheese was delicious! The gentleman that greeted us sat us quickly. There were just few other table seated before us. The waiter...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was brought to Tango last week by a friend. I do not typically thrust into the ethnic foods as I am picky in my dining cuisine. I must say I was very impressed with the open floor layout, menu, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Three stars for everything else, the fourth star is for the INSANELY good steak. I've eaten at some nice steak restaurants in Boston, but Tango's Filet de Roquefort was out. of. this. world. I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I never ate Argentinian food until I found this place.. and I have one thing to say.. soooooo good.The dining experience was fantastic. Ambience.. check. Food.. check. Parking that's free.. check....
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
SO & I came here on a Sunday night and it was LOUD as hell when we walked in. It was our first time there so I don't know if it's usually that loud, but it was really distracting. Service was average...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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As someone who enjoys dining at Tango, I'd like to clarify on the dessert mentioned by another reviewer. The dessert served at Tango is a traditional flan con dulce de leche, Argentine-style. The flan's...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what is more appropriate to give this place five stars for - best (and to my knowledge only) Argentinian restaurant in the Boston area, or for the best beef. I rarely order steak in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I weren't swayed by my constituents, I'd give Tango three stars but instead it gets four. I don't know what I, a quasi pescatarian, was thinking going to an Argentinian restaurant. Everyone knows...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first attempt at Argentinian food, and I'm totally going back. The inside was fairly large, with bright blues and yellows on the walls. Depending on where in the restaurant you're sitting,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Non-meat lovers need not apply!Tango is a Argentinian Restaurant that is know for its meats: steaks, beef, pork, lamb prepared with a South-American flare, grilled and seasoned with spices. If you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here late on a Friday night, and we walked in to be greeted by a guy who had to have been the owner, who was lovely. Everything from there just kept getting better. The food was fantastic: I got...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously tasty beef in a vibrant atmosphere. Definitely make reservations - we went on a busy Saturday night, and got seated right away with our reservation.The wines were wonderful, selection of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is amazing but you must order carefully! Start with some Malbec...mmmm...Maaalbec. Order the empanada de carne for appetizer and then the ENTRANA for dinner. You will not be disappointed!...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on a Saturday night with my wife because I had seen a recent review on the Phantom Gourmet. We were in the mood for steak and didn't really want to go into the city.We had a reservation...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pleased to MEAT you!This is the place to come to for beef. I mean, they have other things on the menu, but the steak is what it's all about.Went here recently for a friend's birthday and were very...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have not been here in a long time, but I felt that it was worth mentioning because I had the best steak that I have ever had in my life at this restaurant. It was a filet mignon, perfectly done,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, oh wow. I went in here famished and ate and ate and ate. This place knows meat!The rundown: My friend and I got as an appetizer the Empanada de Carne (called a "beef turnover")-- it looks like a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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The New Year's Eve prix fix meal offered a good variety of selections. For our appetizer we had their wonderfully light, flaky empanadas. These are small meat or vegetable filled little pocket pies. Generous...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Again, another fantastic dining experience. This is a great place to dine. I had the Chicken breast marinated in a lemon sauce and grilled and my date the 12 oz steak grilled and the chimichurri is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Meaty.Come here for the meat. Do not expect much from the sides. Salty, salty purees. I remember having a salad and crunching on thick, sea salt. The dessert isn't memorable at all.But back to the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you are a meat eater, Tango is a great place. This is an Argentinian restuarant. They have great steak, but also great fish. I got the salmon which was juicy and fresh. My BF got the steak which...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Of all the places I have gone in the Boston area, this has to be the best fillet mignon that I have had. The portions are good, the flavor is wonderful and the service and atmosphere add to the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is another restaurant that proves that Arlington is becoming more cosmopolitan, diverse, enlightened? Not sure what word to use really. I grew up in Lexington and during that time, Arlington was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Update: It's with heavy heart that I downgrade Tango to 4 stars. The meal I had their the other night was closer to a two star experience (one star for the empanada and one for the pretty waitress).My...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Another vote for Tango here. My friends and I ate here to fill our quest for South American food with one vegetarian and it certainly did the trick! While it was a little louder than I would have...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty much agree with what others had to say here. Tango is a pleasant place to sit and eat a BIG DELICIOUS STEAK. :) The staff is super friendly, the wine list interesting, and the food is delish....
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just love this place. Excellent:-Sirloin (churrasco)-Ribeye (bife de chorizo)-Grilled meat and sweetbreads (molleja, chorizo, cerdo y carne)-Wine: Excellent Cabernet and Zinfandel-Sauteed mushrooms...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Would have gotten 5, but the portions are too small and the food is too expensive. That aside, the food is really great, and if you have the cash and aren't that hungry it makes for a great meal.
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the equivalent of heaven for carnivores...and hell for vegeterians. :) we went here friday night for restaurant week because we wanted to try more of an ethnic restaurant than your normal...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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Although I am not originally from Argentina, I have already been twice in Buenos Aires and I a big fan of argentinian food, particullary with their beef. For those who are not familiar with this kind of south...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tango rocks. Small, intimate atmosphere. The owner is usually there hanging out. You must get a reservation if you plan to go there on a Fri or Sat. Get the Roquefort Medallion! Order it medium rare....
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not really a stake fan, but this place made me one. All I gotta say is - fantastic beef!
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just ate here for the first time last week and had the mixed grill. For $25, I was given the amount of meat I generally eat in four meals. It was superbly done. I liked the chicken (my...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. I have to thank Jason K. for suggesting Tango. I live in Arlington -- a town of so many great restaurants that I usually have no clue where to eat, or I'm just lazy and go for the usual. It would...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum! This place is seriously delicious! It has more than just steak... try the swordfish or Salmon... or everything else! These people LOVE their restaurant which absolutely translates in the service....
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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The food is excellent. They always have really yummy vegetable side dishes. I always like to order the fried potatoes, which are crispy and tender. The milanese beef dishes are really good.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Agreed, agreed. The steak is muy bueno. Plus they do this thing with thick chip like fries with loads of garlic and salt which is awesome. Pair that with a fairly cheap bottle of malbec and you're in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to Argentina over 20 times, and speak fluent Spanish. I went to Tango and had dry, overcooked beef. It was almost jerky. Even the empanadas were lacking. I ordered the parrillada...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yelp if you are a steak-lover! YELP YELP!! I went to this place on my argentinian friend's recommendation. Its great if you like steak for a good price. 20 oz for about $24. The flavors are more on...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've never been disappointed at Tango. If you are a steak eater - you must try it here. Not "Outbacked" with spices, the steak is pure with a hint of chimi-yummie sauce. The place is a bit small,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2005
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My boyfriend and I went to Tango because we're traveling to Buenos Aires in a few weeks and wanted a sneak preview of the cuisine. We were not disappointed. The entire experience was wonderful: from the moment...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Specializing in food from Argentina, esp. beef. I went here on a date one night and had fabulous food, and the host was very charming. We went back a 2nd time, and had to wait FOREVER for a meal...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great food from Argentina with each table getting a bottle of Chimichunga sauce. Don't expect a lot of spice with this style of cuinsine but if you are a meat lover, its delicious.
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2005
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I've been here about 4 times now and everytime has been a great experience. The wines are great! The parillada and churasco are a meat lovers dream. The bread before the meal with chimichurri sauce is quite...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/07/2005
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What was to do a nice quiet anniv. turned out to be the poorest excuse for service ever heard of. This was not the fault of the kitchen or the wait staff but ownership/management of Tango. The main course,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/28/2004
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The atmosphere was warm and comfortable. The service prompt. The food was well prepared and very flavorful, satisfying to our palate. We all enjoyed our gustatory experience and are waiting to take the family...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2004
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The beef was good. However, the rice & veggies left much to be desired. The tables are too close to each other which makes it hard for the staff to get around. I will certainly go back soon to try some other...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/31/2003
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If you are a steak lover, then you are in heaven here. They serve good portion of steak at a reasonable price. The place is cozy, but a little bit too tight. So, you might have to wait for a while. They also...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/11/2003
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Argentinean restaurant in town, i could not wait to check it out. Tango is an excellent place for authentic Argentinean food. The mixed meat grill "parrillada", was out of this world. The "chimichurri" sauce...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/15/2003
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The experience was tainted by bad service. Whatever merit I could have given the food, the service took away from it. The waiter was inattentive after he dropped off our food. The filet was not cooked...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/12/2003
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Warm welcome upon arrival by owner, Ricardo. Great overall feel and authentic Argentine selections from the menu like mollejas (sweet breads) and provoleta (grilled provolone cheese) along with varied cuts of...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/26/2002
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If there is a single food that can represent Argentina, it is beef. The rich grassland plains, the pampas, rest in the shadows of the Andes and feed the people not only their wheat and corn, but also the...
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