What to order at El Obrero

The dish to know
Bife de chorizo and mashed potatoes
CuisineArgentine
Price$
Neighborhoodla-boca
HoursMon-Thu 12:00-16:00 & 20:00-24:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-16:00 & 20:00-02:00, Sun closed
The dishBife de chorizo and mashed potatoes
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Location

Address: Agustin R. Caffarena 64, C1157 Buenos Aires

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