The spirit of Buenos Aires, carried forward in Brisbane.

San Telmo is defined by fire-led Parrilla cooking and warm Argentinian hospitality, rooted in the age-old tradition of shared dining and gathering around the open flame.

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parrilla charcoal grill

The heart of the kitchen

The centrepiece of San Telmo is the traditional Argentinian Parrilla charcoal grill, the anchor of the entire dining experience.

Built for live fire cooking, it draws together charcoal, smoke, and intense open heat to bring depth, flavour, and character to every dish. More than just a method of cooking in Argentina, the Parrilla is a gathering point; where food is cooked slowly, shared generously, and served with respect for the ingredient.

It sits fully on display in our open kitchen, bringing the rhythm of the grill into the room itself. From slow-rendered cuts to precise, flame-kissed seafood and produce, almost everything moves through the fire.

This is the pulse of San Telmo.

 
Our Philosophy
 

Our
Menu

Rooted in Argentina,
Made for sharing

The menu at San Telmo draws inspiration from the rich culinary traditions of Argentina, interpreted through exceptional produce from Queensland and beyond, and the unmistakable influence of the Parrilla.

From premium in-house dry-aged meat cuts and local market seafood to seasonal vegetables and cultural classics, the focus is always on ingredients, technique and flavour.

Food Menu

Press

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Events

Private Dining & Celebrations

San Telmo offers a dedicated private dining space designed for intimate celebrations, corporate gatherings and shared occasions that call for something considered.

Framed by warm timber, textured finishes and subtle architectural detail, the room feels connected to the energy of the main dining space while offering a sense of privacy and ease. Louvred glazing allows for light and atmosphere to shift throughout the day, creating a setting that feels both refined and inviting.

From seated dinners to larger group experiences, our team works closely with guests to create events shaped by exceptional food, thoughtful service and the unmistakable spirit of San Telmo.

 
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Sliced grilled steak with a charred crust on a white plate.
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Caramel flan topped with chocolate ganache in a gray bowl, garnished with nuts and caramel sauce, on a red and black tiled surface.
Interior of a cozy restaurant with a bar area, wine racks, dining tables with set glasses, and staff preparing food in the open kitchen.
A white bowl of roasted carrots garnished with herbs and nuts, served with a green sauce drizzled on top, placed on a wooden table.
A private wine-tasting room with a long wooden table set with glasses, napkins, and cutlery. The room features a large wall of wine bottles in wooden racks, dark wood paneling, and modern decor with colorful artwork on the ceiling and reflective blac
 
 
 

Head
chef

Mikey Dalton

With over 20 years in kitchens across Ireland, Melbourne and Brisbane, Mikey Dalton brings a grounded, hands-on approach to San Telmo Brisbane as owner-chef.

Having previously worked within the San Telmo Group in its early years, as well as leading kitchens across high-volume restaurants, hotels and multi-venue operations, this opening marks a return and a new chapter building San Telmo Brisbane from the ground up.

Mikey’s cooking is shaped by experience rather than formality: ingredient-led, fire-focused and guided by simplicity. A belief in good produce, careful technique and consistency sits at the centre of everything he does.

For him, hospitality has always been about people: the energy of a kitchen, the rhythm of service, and the moment a dish lands at the table and everything else falls away.

About the Chef