Hugo's Argentinian Grill Dubai

Name: Hugo's Argentinian Grill Dubai
Address: 723 - SHOP 9 Jumeira St - opposite Dubai London Hospital, Umm Suqeim, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971568706570

Umm Suqeim

Argentinian restaurant Open now 0 568 706 570

Hugo’s Argentinian Grill is a small, casual Argentinian steakhouse in Umm Suqeim, centred on charcoal-grilled meat and warm hospitality. Reviews particularly recommend the picanha and grilled calamari.

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4.6

★★★★★

1,074 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Open Flame

Steaks are cooked over wood fire with simple seasoning, giving the meal a straightforward Argentine grill character.

Picanha

The picanha is repeatedly praised for its juicy texture, strong char and classic Argentine seasoning.

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What to Eat at Hugo's Argentinian Grill Dubai

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Hugo's Argentinian Grill Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 5

Picanha Net +10

“Picanha and rib eye is a must”
Burratta Net +3

“Amazing Argentinian steak and their burratta (YUMMMM)”
Cream brûlée Net +2

“Food was OK. We got the bone marrow (good), sausage sandwich (very good), short rib (good) rib eye (very chewy), skirt steak (very chewy), crème caramel (excellent), crème brûlée (good).”
Flan Net +2

“The Flan was a fantastic end for a quick but pleasant dinner.”
Gambas Net +2

“Tight quarters but the meat was awesome! Definitely get the bone marrow and gambas!”

Honorable mentions (27)

Beef empanadas Net +1

“Exceptional dining experience! The steaks were cooked to perfection - absolutely divine! We indulged in beef empanadas, bone marrow, rib eye, picanha, and skirt steak... every bite was pure bliss!”
Choripán Net +1

“In addition to the grilled offerings, the menu includes authentic Argentine specialties like empanadas, choripán, and milanesas, along with fresh pastas, burgers, salads, and classic desserts like churros with dulce de leche and flan.”
Choripan sandwich Net +1

“I recommend the Choripan sandwich (75 AED) for a lighter, flavorful option.”
Chorizo Net +1

“We also ordered the chorizo, and it was excellent — smoky, juicy, and packed with flavour.”
Churros Net +1

“The churros were excellent and a perfect way to end the meal.”
Creamy shrimp Net +1

“Creamy shrimp is heavenly good ❤️..Ribeye steak (medium) is just 🫠melting the heart and watering the mouth”
Crème caramel Net +1

“Food was OK. We got the bone marrow (good), sausage sandwich (very good), short rib (good) rib eye (very chewy), skirt steak (very chewy), crème caramel (excellent), crème brûlée (good).”
Don juan burger Net +1

“We tried the picanha steak and their don juan burger and both were delicious.”
Grilled calamari patagonia Net +1

“Even the starters impress: Grilled Calamari Patagonia is zesty and fresh, and the Provoleta is comfort food done right.”
Grilled squid Net +1

“Exceptional service , food was really good , we had the grilled squid and provalone. Business lunch picanha perfectly seasoned and grilled .”
Grilled vegetables Net +1

“The gambas and grilled calamari were also very delicious as well as the grilled vegetables.”
Lamb chops Net +1

“My favorite was the steak and the lamb chops.”
Little kalamata grilled Net +1

“The little Kalamata grilled was one of our favourite dishes… the team/staff are super friendly and accommodating.”
Mash potato Net +1

“The picanha is delicious, and you truly can’t miss out on their mash potato! Just the perfect spot with the best ambience.”
Milanesa with fries Net +1

“I ordered a Milanesa with fries for my grandson and myself and they brought me one but with tomato and cheese and I can’t eat this due to food intolerance. They offered to do it Again but I kept it as it took 30’ to have it ! but I could eat only a little removing the cheese. This doesn’t mean it was bad. Indeed it was all really good!”
Rib-eye steaks Net +1

“One of the most tender and juicy rib-eye steaks I had in Dubai.”
Ribeye steak (medium) Net +1

“Creamy shrimp is heavenly good ❤️..Ribeye steak (medium) is just 🫠melting the heart and watering the mouth”
Ribs Net +1

“The Ribs are sticky, smoky, and fall-off-the-bone tender.”
Sausage sandwich Net +1

“Food was OK. We got the bone marrow (good), sausage sandwich (very good), short rib (good) rib eye (very chewy), skirt steak (very chewy), crème caramel (excellent), crème brûlée (good).”
Short rib Net +1

“Food was OK. We got the bone marrow (good), sausage sandwich (very good), short rib (good) rib eye (very chewy), skirt steak (very chewy), crème caramel (excellent), crème brûlée (good).”
Striploin Net +1

“Hugo's Grill features a carefully selected Argentine menu with a focus on premium charcoal-grilled steaks such as ribeye, striploin, picanha, tenderloin, tomahawk, and traditional short ribs.”
Sweet potato fries Net +1

“The sweet potato fries are addictive, and yes — save room for the pancakes for dessert.”
T-bone Net +1

“We ordered T-bone to share and Burrata, perfect portions for 2. Love everything and the atmosphere. Nothing to compliant!”
Tenderloin Net +1

“We had the tenderloin and the rib eye - both were good, for the price though I was expecting more.”
Tomato salad Net +1

“We also had the tomato salad and the Provolone a la Prancha - great starters, specially the provolone.”
Fries Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The fries on the side were crisp, well-seasoned, and complemented the steak really well.”
Entraña Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Entraña was cooked on the griddle with oil, which made the meat fatter than usual.”

Drinks 1

Mate soda Net +1

“Not all steakhouses need to be fine dining and this is an amazing example where we had one of the best steaks in Dubai with nice vibes and I also enjoyed mate soda that was really unique and tasty.”

What to Avoid (6)

Food 6

Skirt steak Net −1

“I first ordered the skirt steak, but unfortunately it was quite chewy and not what I expected.”
Beef ribs Net −1

“Food came fairly quick and taste was good except Beef Ribs, they were bit too dry.”
Beefeater chorizo Net −1

“Calamar not really good, beefeater chorizo very hard.”
Calamar Net −1

“Calamar not really good, beefeater chorizo very hard.”
Chicken empanada Net −1

“I didnt like the chicken empanada, too much cumin.”
Ribay Net −1

“We are regular guests there and its was really nice from beginning, it was amazing provolone and ribay, but today food was terrible!!! Skirt , ribay was so strong and chewy , provolone was over cooked and not easy to chew too… I don’t know what happens guys but its my last visit..(”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book Ahead. Reserve before visiting, particularly for groups or busy evenings, because the dining room is tiny.

Ask Cooking. Ask the chef what cooking suits the cut instead of automatically choosing medium-well or well-done.

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Practical details

723 - SHOP 9 Jumeira St - opposite Dubai London Hospital

Umm Suqeim Second - Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai

0 568 706 570

Mon	12:00 PM – 12:30 AM
Tue	12:00 PM – 12:30 AM
Wed	12:00 PM – 12:30 AM
Thu	12:00 PM – 12:30 AM
Fri	12:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat	12:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun	12:30 PM – 12:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Tight Seating

The original restaurant is very small, with squeezed tables and limited comfort, especially at busy times.

Uneven Steaks

Some diners found the ribeye or skirt steak chewy, so steak execution is not completely consistent.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

75 AED

Choripan sandwich

“I recommend the Choripan sandwich (75 AED) for a lighter, flavorful option”

Google review · July 2026

45 AED

Panqueques con Dulce de Leche

“For dessert, I suggest the Panqueques con Dulce de Leche (45 AED): a thin, delicate pancake filled generously with dulce de leche, a rich, slow-cooked caramel made from sweetened milk”

Google review · July 2026

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The Bottom Line

Hugo’s Argentinian Grill is a small, casual Argentinian steakhouse in Umm Suqeim, built around charcoal and wood-fired meat rather than formal fine dining. Reviews most often point first-timers towards picanha, ribeye, bone marrow and grilled calamari; the open-fire cooking is part of the appeal, and the menu also includes Argentine staples such as empanadas and provoleta. The food is generally described as juicy, smoky and well cooked, with several diners returning for consistently excellent steaks.

Desserts are worth leaving room for: churros, flan, crème brûlée and pancakes with dulce de leche all receive mentions. A customer-reported menu guide puts starters at 50–80 AED and mains at 165–600 AED, while another review calls the business lunch good value and quick. The trade-off is space.

The original restaurant is small, with squeezed tables and limited outdoor seating; one diner was seated beside a fridge, and another found it hot and uncomfortable. Book ahead, especially on Saturday evenings or for a group. Steak execution is not completely uniform: skirt steak and ribeye were sometimes reported chewy or cold, although staff replaced overcooked or chewy cuts in some cases.

If ordering steak, ask what cooking the chef recommends rather than defaulting to well done.