argentinian asado/ parrilla, esp. wood fired

[jesfine]

Would covet recommendations on best in NYC. La Portena/ Queens is ok, but I think there must be better.

[comiendosiempre]

Any other suggestions on this topic? We have not been wowed by either of these two, though years ago we thought both were better. Thanks.

[jesfine]

Gosh, you'd think NYC would have lots to choose from! Sounds like a niche opportunity for some enterprising young butcher/chef. Guess I'll try the north La Cabana- wood really adds.
Once upon a time in the 1980's (before I went to Argentina), there was a place in Manhattan, with a wood fired asado, the grill being in the front window. The Argentinian embassy staff used to eat there. Gone?

[comiendosiempre]

I believe the spot was on west 46th street. South side of the block. Yes, its gone.....

Ironically, its very hard to find good empanadas at an ARG restaurant hereabouts too

[Pookipichu]

La Fusta is the best in NYC much better than La Portena.

[debinqueens]

la fusta is usually my choice for a meat splurge.

i think the ancillary items at la portena -- from the house special salad to potatoes to pastas -- are far superior, the meats at la fusta have the extra funk and oomph that i crave.

[yussdov]

la fusta. also, la cabana (2 locations in jackson heights. the one on northern def has a wood fired oven.)