📍 16/96 Oxford Terrace, Riverside Market, Christchurch
Argentine BBQ · Riverside Market, Christchurch

Fire, flavour, and a table worth sharing.

Wood-fired asado, house-made empanadas, Argentine wine and warm hospitality. Simple food, cooked properly. No shortcuts.

⭐ Google-loved local restaurant 🔥 Wood-fire grill 🍷 Argentine wines 🚶 Walk-ins welcome
Our story

A little piece of Argentina, without pretending to be fancy.

A quincho is where people gather around the fire. Family, friends, stories, wine, meat, bread, sauce, and the kind of meal that makes everyone slow down for a bit.

At El Quincho, we bring that spirit to Christchurch through wood-fire cooking, honest ingredients, and food made from scratch. It is not complicated. It just takes care, time, and a few good embers.

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Wood-fired grill at El Quincho Christchurch Argentine BBQ served at El Quincho
Made from scratch
Why people come back

Not just steak. A proper asado feeling.

Good food is the starting point. What keeps people coming back is how they feel at the table.

Wood fire

The grill is part of the theatre. You'll smell it before you see it.

From scratch

Sauces, bread, empanadas and chorizo. All made in-house, no shortcuts.

Riverside energy

Easy to find inside Riverside Market. Walk in or book ahead.

Generous hospitality

Warm, casual and welcoming. The opposite of cold corporate dining.

Visit us

Inside Riverside Market, Christchurch.

Book a table for a proper catch-up, or walk in when the smell of the grill wins the argument.

Monday to Sunday11am to 9pm
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Hungry already?

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Events & private tables

Gatherings around the fire.

From weekly specials to private celebrations, there's always a reason to come hungry.

Every week in May

Pasta Night

Our weekly special celebrating the Italian roots of Argentine cuisine. Hand-cut pappardelle with slow-braised ragu or our signature red and white sauce.

Private enquiry

Celebrations around the fire

Birthdays, team dinners, small groups. Get in touch and let us put together something special. Pre-order options available for larger parties.

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Guest proof

Real words from people who came hungry.

★★★★★

"The parrillada was superbly cooked and absolutely delicious. We'll be back for sure."

Mike F.
Google Review
★★★★★

"Empanadas tasted like real Argentinian empanadas. Highly recommended."

Agustin V.
Google Review
★★★★★

"Great for special occasions with family or friends. Food is delicious, service is excellent."

Sacha B.
Google Review

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