Gaucho Richmond is the riverside outpost of the Argentinian steak chain, and honestly, the setting steals the show — perched right on the Thames with a terrace that's one of the loveliest in west London. The steak is the headline act, but the seafood and vegetarian dishes hold their own, and the refurbished interior brings a slick, modern Buenos Aires vibe. Come for a sunset dinner under the 300-year-old tree by the river and you'll see why this location outshines its city siblings.
Slick Argentinian steakhouse on the Thames with a sunset terrace under a 300-year-old tree — the setting alone is worth the trip.
Book a terrace table for a sunset slot — the riverside view under the 300-year-old tree is the whole point, and those seats go fast on weekends.
Argentinian steak with a Thames-side view that rivals any in west London
Gaucho Richmond sits right on the banks of the Thames, and that location is its secret weapon. While the Gaucho chain is known for Argentinian steak across London, this riverside outpost brings something the others can't — a genuinely stunning view, especially at sunset when you're seated on the terrace under a 300-year-old tree. The newly refurbished interior is stylish and modern, channeling a contemporary Buenos Aires aesthetic, but on a warm evening you'll want to be outside.
The steak is, as you'd expect, the main event — properly sourced Argentinian beef cooked with precision. But what surprised me is how much more this kitchen has to offer. The seafood dishes are genuinely standout, and the vegetarian options aren't an afterthought. Reviewers rave about the beef tacos, and the set menu is solid value if you're not going à la carte. Service is slick and attentive without being overbearing.
It's not a cheap night out — this is premium dining with prices to match — but for a special occasion or a sunset dinner with the Thames as your backdrop, it's hard to beat in west London. Book ahead for terrace seats, especially on weekends.