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R40
Argentinian · Long Island City-Hunters Point, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Live-Fire Parrilla Sharing
Price
$$$
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
R40 is worth booking for a polished Argentinian dinner in Long Island City, especially for a date or celebration where drinks and dinner need to work together. At $$$, it makes more sense as a planned night out than a casual fallback, the 2025 Michelin Plate gives the quality case extra weight.
About R40
R40 in New York City is a smart option when the plan is Argentinian food at a $$$ price point with a smart casual dress code. It works best as a planned meal rather than a casual fallback.
The practical reason to choose R40 is focus. New York City has plenty of restaurants where the category gets broad fast; this is an Argentinian option to shortlist when that cuisine is the assignment. The Michelin Plate recognition in 2025 gives it a useful quality signal, but the decision is simpler than the badge: choose it if the group wants an Argentinian meal in New York City.
Argentinian cooking in New York City
R40 is best framed around its strengths: Argentinian cuisine, a $$$ price point, smart casual expectations, a New York City setting. If the main priority is a cocktail-bar crawl, use Our full New York City bars guide instead.
For ordering, stay aligned with the cuisine rather than chasing a generic New York steakhouse script. First-timers should review the current menu when planning or on arrival.
Value depends on expectations. At $$$, this should be treated as a planned dinner or weekend meal, not an easy weeknight fallback. The value case is strongest for diners who want Argentinian cooking in New York City and are comfortable with a smart casual, premium-leaning night out. If the group wants a lower-stakes meal before or after another plan, scan Our full New York City restaurants guide for a looser fit.
Who should book it, who should cross-shop
Choose R40 when the goal is an Argentinian meal in New York City at a $$$ price point. It can work for a planned meal, provided the group is looking for smart casual rather than formal. For travelers building a full New York City trip, pair restaurant planning with Our full New York City hotels guide, Our full New York City experiences guide, or Our full New York City wineries guide if drinks are a major part of the itinerary.
The comparison set matters because different restaurants fit different kinds of nights. Wenwen is the sharper cross-shop if the group wants Taiwanese flavors. Madre makes more sense when a different restaurant style is the brief. Oxomoco, Lungi, Chola can also be considered when the group wants another cuisine or a different kind of meal. R40 wins when Argentinian is the priority.
Plan around the hours. R40 is closed Monday and Tuesday; dinner is listed Wednesday through Sunday, with weekend lunch also listed on Saturday and Sunday. Friday and Saturday dinner run later than Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, so check the current schedule before committing to a time. For broader browsing, use New York City dining guides rather than treating unrelated restaurants as direct substitutes.
Planning details
- Location
- 47-16 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- r40lic.com
- Phone
- (718) 440-9484
The take
The Take
The Vibe
R40 channels the Argentine parrilla in a way that feels rooted rather than theatrical. The room favors raw, tactile materials — sleek wood, exposed brick and hanging greenery — and the presence of real wood-and-charcoal fire defines the atmosphere with smoke and warmth. It leans rustic in its cooking ethos while the interior finishes give it an industrial polish; the result is a warm, considered space that emphasizes the ritual of fire-forward dining over fussy plating or gimmicks.
Best For
R40 works best for evening meals where shared plates and leisurely pacing are part of the plan. The format encourages groups or couples to pass plates and linger over a meal, while the back patio becomes a draw in cooler weather for communal outdoor dining. With a $$$ price tier and an emphasis on prime cuts and mixed platters from the grill, it fits nights when you want a relaxed but elevated dining experience centered on smoke and fire.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the shared-plate approach: start with empanadas and provoleta or other small starters, then move to a grilled combination or the Parrillada for Two when it’s ready. The menu’s focus on wood- and charcoal-fired cooking means dishes benefit from being tasted together rather than à la carte isolation; consider ordering beef cuts like the skirt steak alongside the signature Parrillada to sample the restaurant’s fire-driven techniques. If weather allows, ask for the back patio to get the full communal, outdoor vibe.
Venue details
Ambiance
Woodsy candlelit interiors with sleek wood, exposed brick, dangling greenery, subtle wood smoke aroma, and a greenhouse-like back patio.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Crab and Shrimp Empanadas
- Parrillada for Two
- Skirt Steak
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Restaurant context
How R40 compares in New York City
R40 is the pick when Argentinian food is the point and Long Island City is convenient. At the same $$$ tier, Wenwen is a better fit for diners who want Taiwanese cooking with more edge, while Madre is stronger for a contemporary dinner where the cuisine brief is less specific.
For a livelier destination-feeling night, Oxomoco is the Mexican cross-shop and likely the better choice when Brooklyn is easier for the group. Lungi is the smarter alternative for Sri Lankan flavors, while Chola should be the first call when the table wants Indian cooking at a comparable spend.
On value, R40 works when the group wants a composed, celebration-ready meal without switching venues for drinks. If the priority is the easiest possible booking, choose by neighborhood and schedule flexibility rather than cuisine alone, since all five peers sit in the same $$$ band and each pulls the night in a different direction.
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Compare R40
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R40 | New York City | Argentinian | 2025 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
| Wenwen | New York City | Taiwanese | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
| Madre | New York City | Contemporary | Michelin Guide Mexico 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
| Oxomoco | New York City | Mexican | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #258We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #3062024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Casual in North America Highly Recommended | $$$ |
| Lungi | New York City | Sri Lankan | 2026 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #592025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2025 New York Magazine The 43 Best Restaurants in New York2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | $$$ |
| Chola | New York City | Indian | 2025 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at R40?
Start with the current Argentinian menu, since R40 is an Argentinian restaurant with Michelin Plate recognition in New York City. First-timers should check the menu when planning or on arrival.
Is R40 worth the price?
Yes, if you want an Argentinian meal in New York City that feels like a planned night out rather than a casual weeknight meal. At $$$, it makes the most sense for diners who are specifically looking for that cuisine and price point.
Is R40 good for a special occasion?
R40 can make sense for a planned meal in New York City. The Michelin Plate (2025) recognition helps, the Wednesday-to-Sunday dinner schedule, plus weekend lunch, makes it a better fit for advance planning than spontaneous drop-ins.
What should a first-timer know about R40?
Plan around the hours first: R40 is closed Monday and Tuesday, with dinner service Wednesday through Sunday and weekend lunch on Saturday and Sunday. The location is New York City, the dress code is smart casual.
What are alternatives to R40?
Consider Oxomoco, Madre, Wenwen, Lungi, Chola depending on whether you want a different cuisine or restaurant style. R40 is the clearer pick if your priority is Argentinian food in New York City with Michelin Plate recognition.
How far ahead should I book R40?
Plan ahead if you have a specific date or time in mind, especially for Friday or Saturday dinner. R40 is closed Monday and Tuesday, serves dinner Wednesday through Sunday, also lists weekend lunch on Saturday and Sunday.
