Restaurant in M5500 Mendoza, Argentina
1884 Restaurante
Francis Mallmann's Mendoza restaurant in historic winery serving fire-cooked meats and vegetables. Beautiful setting with excellent wine list featuring Mallmann's signature cooking style.
1884 Restaurante is the Mendoza landmark founded by Argentine chef Francis Mallmann, housed within the Escorihuela Gascón winery on Belgrano 1188 in the heart of Mendoza city. The winery dates to 1884 — the year that gives the restaurant its name — and the dining rooms occupy repurposed wine storage vaults and courtyard spaces that retain the original stone walls and archways of the historic building. The setting is one of the most atmospheric in Argentine wine country, combining culinary prestige with the layered history of one of Mendoza's oldest bodegas.
Mallmann's signature technique of open-fire and ember cooking defines the kitchen's philosophy. Meats are cooked directly over hardwood flames or buried in coals, a method the chef popularised internationally through his books and television appearances. The Grilled Rib Eye is the restaurant's most iconic offering — large-format, crusted in salt, and served with chimichurri and roasted vegetables charred over open flame. Fire-Roasted Vegetables have become an equally celebrated element: root vegetables and seasonal greens cooked directly in embers and dressed simply with olive oil and sea salt. Lamb Sweetbreads are considered among the finest preparations of offal in Argentine fine dining.
The wine list is an extension of the building itself: a deep selection of Escorihuela Gascón wines leads the card, including the estate's flagship Malbec and Torrontés, alongside an Argentina-wide selection spanning Cafayate, Salta, and Patagonian producers. The sommelier makes pairings straightforward and approachable, matching grilled proteins to structured reds and lighter preparations to aromatic whites.
The dining rooms are varied — a formal indoor hall with original stone ceilings, a courtyard for warm evenings under a vine-covered pergola, and a smaller private dining room. Noise levels vary by room and season; the courtyard is lively in summer, the stone rooms more intimate. Reservations are essential; during Mendoza's harvest festival period in March and peak summer months, booking two to four weeks in advance is advisable. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.
Signature dishes
- Grilled Rib Eye — $35
- Fire-Roasted Vegetables — $18
- Lamb Sweetbreads — $28
Hours: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 8:00 PM - midnight Tuesday-Sunday
Reservations: Essential
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +54 261 424-2698
Location
Belgrano 1188, M5500 Mendoza
-32.8917, -68.8469 — View on map
Highlights
- Housed in the 1884 Escorihuela Gascón winery — one of Mendoza's oldest and most atmospheric buildings
- Signature open-fire and ember cooking by globally recognised Argentine chef Francis Mallmann
- Celebrated salt-crusted Grilled Rib Eye served with chimichurri and open-flame roasted vegetables
- Courtyard dining beneath a vine pergola — one of Mendoza's most sought-after outdoor restaurant settings
- Deep Escorihuela Gascón wine list with sommelier guidance across Argentina's major wine regions
Tips
- Reserve two to four weeks ahead; the harvest festival in March and Buenos Aires long weekends fill the restaurant to capacity.
- The outdoor courtyard fills first in warm months — request it specifically when booking for a more relaxed atmosphere.
- Lunch service offers the same menu as dinner at a slightly reduced pace, with the added benefit of natural light in the winery setting.
- The Grilled Rib Eye is best ordered for two to share if also ordering the fire-roasted vegetables as a side.
- Monday is the only closed day; confirm current hours when visiting during public holidays.
FAQ
Who is Francis Mallmann and what is his connection to 1884 Restaurante?
Francis Mallmann is one of Argentina's most internationally celebrated chefs, known for his use of open-fire cooking techniques. He founded 1884 Restaurante at the Escorihuela winery in Mendoza and the restaurant remains the flagship of his culinary group.
Is the restaurant suitable for vegetarians?
The menu is heavily focused on meat and fire cooking, though the fire-roasted vegetables are substantial and well-regarded. Vegetarians should inform the restaurant at reservation to ensure appropriate options are prepared.
Is there a dress code?
The dress code is smart casual. Mendoza is a relaxed wine country destination and the restaurant reflects this; comfortable but presentable attire is appropriate.
Can the courtyard be booked for private events?
The winery's courtyard and private dining rooms are available for private events and group dinners. Inquire directly with the restaurant for group reservations of six or more.
Accessibility
The winery grounds and restaurant dining rooms are largely on ground level. Wheelchair access is generally manageable, though some courtyard areas have uneven stone paving. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the restaurant in advance.
When to visit
Lunch during the vendimia (harvest) season in March offers the most atmospheric experience in the winery courtyard, with the vines at their most lush before the grape picking begins.