The story
El Dorado Grill, a Peruvian spot on Corso S. Martino, boasts a 4.6-star average, but one prominent voice tells a different story. In his *Girarrosti criminali FOLLIA* review, creator Franchino Er Criminale calls the experience disappointing, specifically citing overpriced, poorly cooked chicken and false advertising—the restaurant bills itself as the best in Turin. He critiques the Pollo allo Spiedo Completo as falling far short of that claim.
While the venue offers casual, tourist-friendly outdoor seating and takeout, this singular review highlights a sharp disconnect between reputation and reality. Franchino’s pointed takedown suggests that despite the high aggregate score, the execution of a classic rotisserie dish may leave locals and visitors alike feeling misled. For now, El Dorado Grill’s promise of Turin’s best roast chicken remains unproven in at least one critic’s eyes.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 1 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about the Pollo allo spiedo completo, calling it a succulent, perfectly roasted centerpiece. The overall vibe is warm, rustic comfort, with simple, high-quality ingredients shining through.
“I paid €30 for a whole chicken with salad, fries, and a drink. The chicken was poorly cooked — the breast was dry and stringy, and the leg was undercooked. The seasoning was good, but the texture was off. The salad was just iceberg lettuce with a few carrots and olives. The fries were soggy. I feel ripped off. I'd give the chicken a 6.5, but with the price and the false claim of being the best in Turin, my final score is 3.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered El Dorado Grill. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
A disappointing experience: overpriced, poorly cooked chicken, and false advertising as the best in Turin.
Dishes mentioned
Pollo allo Spiedo Completo
I paid €30 for a whole chicken with salad, fries, and a drink. The chicken was poorly cooked — the breast was dry and stringy, and the leg was undercooked. The seasoning was good, but the texture was off. The salad was just iceberg lettuce with a few carrots and olives. The fries were soggy. I feel ripped off. I'd give the chicken a 6.5, but with the price and the false claim of being the best in Turin, my final score is 3.
