It’s 10:30 PM. You’re hungry. You don’t feel like cooking. Much less going out. And you’re craving a choripán.
Solution? Choripán delivery.
But here’s the problem: does it arrive well? Is it worth it? Won’t it be cold chorizo in rubbery bread?
The answer is: IT DEPENDS. There are places that do it perfectly. And there are mobile disasters that charge you $12,000 ARS (~$12 USD) for disappointment in a box.
I tried choripán delivery from 25 different places in Buenos Aires over 2 months. Here’s the definitive guide of what to order, where to order, and when to resign yourself and make some noodles.
The Apps: Which to Use?
Pedidos Ya ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The good:
- Largest number of restaurants and carts
- “Parrilla” filter works well
- More reliable delivery times
- Points program (PY Pass)
- Decent customer service
The bad:
- High commission (restaurants pass it on to price)
- Sometimes app crashes during rush hour
Average choripán price: $6,500-$9,000 (with delivery) Average time: 35-50 minutes
Verdict: The best option for choripán. More variety, more reliable.
Rappi ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The good:
- RappiTurbo (delivery in 10-15 min in specific areas)
- Good discounts with Rappi Prime
- Chat with delivery person live
- Real-time GPS tracking
The bad:
- Fewer parrilla restaurants than Pedidos Ya
- More expensive commission (shows in final price)
- Sometimes they cancel orders last minute
Average choripán price: $7,000-$9,500 (with delivery) Average time: 30-45 minutes
Verdict: Good second option. If you have Prime, works perfect.
Uber Eats ⭐⭐⭐
The good:
- Simple interface
- Sometimes has better prices than others
- Bank promotions
The bad:
- LITTLE variety of parrillas
- Not all neighborhoods have coverage
- More inconsistent delivery person quality
Average choripán price: $6,000-$8,500 (with delivery) Average time: 40-60 minutes
Verdict: Only use it if the rest don’t have what you want available.
Instagram/WhatsApp Direct ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The good:
- NO app commission = lower price
- Talk directly with the place
- Sometimes they send extras or discounts
- More personal
The bad:
- Pay cash to delivery person (usually)
- No tracking
- No consumer protection if it fails
- Less predictable delivery time
Average choripán price: $5,500-$7,500 (CHEAPER) Average time: 30-60 minutes
Verdict: If you know a good place, order direct. Better price, support the business.
Top 10 Places to Order Choripán Delivery
1. Don Julio (Palermo) - Pedidos Ya
Price: $9,500 choripán (with delivery) Why it’s worth it:
- The best chorizo in Buenos Aires arrives at your house
- Impeccable packaging (aluminum foil + thermal box)
- Arrives HOT
- Bread separated so it doesn’t get soggy
Con: It’s expensive. But it’s Don Julio. Special occasion.
Delivery hours: Tue-Sun 12:00-23:00 Areas: Palermo, Recoleta, Belgrano, Colegiales
2. Choriván (Villa Crespo) - Instagram @choripan_crespo
Price: $5,800 (free delivery nearby area) Why it works:
- Fair price
- Packaging designed for delivery (doesn’t get soggy)
- Chimichurri in separate container (you add it)
- Always hot
Bonus: Order 3, 4th is 50% off
Delivery hours: Tue-Sun 19:00-01:00 Areas: Villa Crespo, Palermo, Almagro, Caballito
3. El Fortín (Caballito) - Pedidos Ya + WhatsApp
Price: $6,200 on Pedidos Ya, $5,500 via WhatsApp Why it’s reliable:
- 40 years of experience
- Never fails
- Artisanal chorizo
- Neighborhood bakery bread (of the day)
Secret: Order via WhatsApp (phone on their Instagram @el_fortin_parrilla), save $700
Delivery hours: Mon-Sun 11:00-23:00 Areas: Caballito, Almagro, Boedo, Flores
4. Parrilla Peña (Recoleta) - Rappi
Price: $8,200 (with RappiTurbo) Why it stands out:
- Delivery in 15-20 minutes (Recoleta area)
- Chorizo bombón (thicker)
- Includes free fries
Con: Only Recoleta/Barrio Norte area with Turbo
Delivery hours: Thu-Mon 18:00-01:00 Areas: Recoleta, Barrio Norte, Palermo (limited)
5. La Cabrera (Palermo) - Pedidos Ya
Price: $8,800 (with delivery) Why it’s special:
- 4 sauces included (chimichurri, criolla, aioli, provenzal)
- Combo: 2 choris + 1 coke $14,000
- Premium restaurant quality
Con: High price, but guaranteed quality
Delivery hours: Wed-Mon 12:00-00:00 Areas: All Capital Federal (variable charge)
6. Chori King (Belgrano) - Pedidos Ya + Rappi
Price: $6,500 Why it’s popular:
- Vegan option available ($6,000)
- Gluten-free option ($6,800)
- Loyalty program (10 orders = 1 free)
Plus: QR code on box to reorder fast
Delivery hours: Mon-Sat 18:00-02:00 Areas: Belgrano, Núñez, Colegiales, Palermo
7. El Desnivel (San Telmo) - Uber Eats
Price: $7,500 Why it’s iconic:
- San Telmo classic since 1958
- Traditional criollo chorizo
- Country bread
Con: Sometimes takes a while (it’s a bodegón, not fast food)
Delivery hours: Fri-Sun 12:00-16:00 and 20:00-00:00 Areas: San Telmo, Monserrat, Puerto Madero, La Boca
8. Parrilla El Palacio (Flores) - WhatsApp
Price: $5,200 (cheapest on the list with quality) Why it’s a find:
- Accessible price
- Quality superior to price
- Free delivery in Flores
- Promo: 3 choris + 1 coke $14,000
Neighborhood secret: Flores people know it. Now you do too.
Delivery hours: Mon-Sun 11:00-23:00 Areas: Flores, Caballito, Parque Chacabuco
9. Santa Parrilla (Núñez) - Pedidos Ya
Price: $6,800 Why it stands out:
- Pork, beef, chicken or lamb (4 chorizo options)
- Premium packaging (wooden box, napkins, utensils)
- Spectacular homemade chimichurri
Experience: Feels like they delivered a gift, not delivery
Delivery hours: Tue-Sun 19:00-00:00 Areas: Núñez, Belgrano, Saavedra, Colegiales
10. Chori Express (Constitución) - Glovo
Price: $5,000 (incredible price-quality ratio) Why it’s the value pick:
- Same chorizo as the cart (which is GOOD)
- Honest price
- Fast
- No pretensions but effective
Con: Basic packaging (just aluminum foil)
Delivery hours: Mon-Fri 12:00-22:00 Areas: Constitución, Monserrat, San Cristóbal, Boedo
Pro Tips for Ordering Choripán Delivery
1. Order bread separately if it’s an option
Some places give you the option to order bread apart and chorizo apart. DO IT. You assemble the choripán at home and it’s 10 times better.
2. Chimichurri in separate container
If the place offers this, take advantage. You control how much you want.
3. Strategic timing
Best time: 15:00-18:00 (low demand, arrives faster and hotter) Worst time: 21:00-22:00 (rush hour, arrives cold and late)
4. Coverage area
If you’re at the edge of the zone, add in notes: “Extra tip if it arrives hot.” It works.
5. Reorder what works
Found a place that delivers well? Save to favorites and reorder. Don’t experiment for no reason.
Prices Compared: Delivery vs Going to the Place
| Place | In-Store Price | Delivery Price | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don Julio | $8,500 | $9,500 | +$1,000 |
| Choriván | $5,000 | $5,800 | +$800 |
| El Fortín | $5,200 | $6,200 (PYa) | +$1,000 |
| Chori King | $6,000 | $6,500 | +$500 |
| El Palacio | $5,200 | $5,200 | $0 (free) |
Average: You pay $500-$1,000 more for delivery. Worth it? If you don’t feel like going out, YES.
What NOT to Order for Delivery?
Places to Avoid:
❌ Fast food chains with “choripán” (Like Mostaza, Burger King)
- Not real chorizo
- It’s sausage with fancy name
- You’ll be disappointed
❌ Restaurants without parrilla specialty If the restaurant makes sushi, pizza, choripán and milanesas… none will be good.
❌ Street carts via delivery The cart magic is eating it there. Delivery loses 70% of the charm.
❌ Places with less than 4.0 stars If it has 3.5 stars, there’s a reason. Don’t be a hero.
Perfect Packaging (How It Should Arrive)
A well-done choripán delivery comes like this:
- Chorizo: Wrapped in aluminum foil (keeps heat)
- Bread: In separate paper bag (doesn’t get soggy)
- Chimichurri: Plastic container with lid (so it doesn’t spill)
- Napkins: At least 3 (you’ll need them)
- Thermal box: All food in temperature-maintaining box
If any of these elements is missing: The choripán will arrive bad. Not the delivery person’s fault, it’s the restaurant’s fault.
Is Choripán Delivery Worth It?
YES, if:
- ✅ The place has good packaging
- ✅ You’re in nearby coverage area (less than 3km/2 miles)
- ✅ It’s not rush hour
- ✅ The place has +4.3 stars
NO, if:
- ❌ It’s a street cart (go in person)
- ❌ You’re far (will arrive cold)
- ❌ It’s Friday 9 PM (you’ll wait 1 hour)
- ❌ The place has bad packaging
Conclusion
Choripán delivery is NOT the same as eating it fresh off the grill at the place. But if you choose well, it can be an 8/10 in convenience and 7/10 in flavor.
My personal recommendations:
- Tight budget: El Palacio (Flores) $5,200
- Best price-quality: Choriván $5,800
- Best premium experience: Don Julio $9,500
- Fastest: Parrilla Peña with RappiTurbo
Final truth: No delivery will beat going to the place and eating it there. But when it’s 10:30 PM, you’re in pajamas, and you want a chori… well-done delivery is a score.
Now you know where to order. Enjoy and may it arrive hot.