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    Al Fin

    3.2 (244 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Lengua en Salsa Roja with Rice and Beans Combo Plate
    Dexter D.

    Family dinner with mom and mom didn't want to go out. Brother Gilbert and his wife, Annie, suggested Al Fin which features Latin Cuisine, primarily Nicaraguan, which we have never had before. Gilbert was familiar with it so we asked him to take charge. And take charge he did! We had so much food. Wherever he could, he ordered Combination Plates which added Plantain, Fried Cheese, Gallo Pinto (Seasoned Rice and Beans with some veg) and Cabbage Salad for $3 over the price of the Ala Carte menu. We had Chile Relleno, Steak Quesadilla, Nacatamal, Carne Asada, Lengua en Salsa Roja, Churrasco, Chancho con Yuca Frita, and Pupusas - Queso, Queso con Suquini, Queso con Pollo. We may have had other items as well. I tried to get photos of everything but the table that seats 10 was covered with clamshells and other containers and I know I missed some. We liked most of the items but some flavors were definitely better than others. I've always been a fan of good Chile Relleno and what I had was pretty good. The sauce also made the rice delicious. The Lengua was also quite tasty and added to the rice as well. We would definitely be game to order some of the items we liked and also try some other flavors.

    Dragon fruit drink to start! It's  great
    Jacqueline S.

    This Restaurant has been here forever... at least a long time. . A popular place for great food, Nicaraguan specialties, friendly, "family-favorite" recipes & food. Large menu with drinks / beer / wine. Loved my meal with wild Pink Dragonfruit drink and shredded tender beef w mint and gravy. Fresh veggies and large green salad were a good compliment. (I asked for veggies rather than rice) Shrimp, sauce, rice and salad were enjoyed So many other meals to choose from, lots of recommendations if you wish to ask. Lots of diners come here to enjoy the tripe soup and other soups. Our server recommended this. Our meals were very good, didn't try desserts, that's for next time, we'll be back. On the corner, Mission St.; parking on street and in the lot behind Walgreens.

    Gallina Rellano
    Felipe D.

    The Chancho Frito is one best dishes. Also enjoy their Nacatamales to go. Also enjoy their Gallina Rellano.

    Clean restaurant with table service and natural light.
    Jim A.

    Great local Nicaraguan restaurant... suggest ordering appetizers and entree. Lots of different dishes, wine and beer too. Loved shrimp with Vodka sauce- not tomato- good cheesy sauce, with rice and green salad. Big restaurant- tall ceilings, well lit. Friendly servers, family vibe.

    Erica M.

    This place is just okay. The baho is a 6 out of 10. The rice and beans plate 8 out of ten overall scores. The prices are decent all that was under $21. (See picture for reference.)

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    6 months ago

    Best popusa in the Bay Area today. They also have great Mahi Mahi, love this spot. Yelp yelp

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    Awesome food great variety of dishes I enjoyed the cheese and beans pupusas their whole fried fish simply marvelous

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    The food is delicious and the service it's amazing everything is fresh and the porcions are great

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    El bistec encebollado que pedí sin sabor ...... el gallopinto igualmente parece comida de diabético...

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    The food was so good. Our server was so sweet. Thank you! I'm so happy it's down the street from my house lol.

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    2 years ago

    Really good Nicaraguan food. Need to add some typical paintings or decor. They close at 7p which makes it hard for dinner time customers.

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    Are there any vegetarian options? Specifically, do the beans or tortillas contain lard, and is a chicken or other meat stock used to make the rice/ gallo pinto? Thank you for any info you can offer.

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    One of my favorite spots for authentic Nicaraguan food in San Francisco…read more I usually come for the knockout nacatamales and the Maria Elena plate, but today I needed something comforting and ordered the albóndigas soup. It was exactly what I needed -- rich, flavorful broth with big chunks of vegetables that make it feel hearty and nourishing. The food is always fresh, the staff was so nice, and the place has a cozy, authentic Nicaraguan neighborhood vibe. Portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable for San Francisco. Bottom line: the albóndigas soup is a must if you're looking for comforting homemade food.

    Reviewing this restaurant to support Latin Heritage Month!…read more Recently browsing for food and came across Oye Managua and I'm like oh yeah, let's eat! We tried: * Steamed Cooked Boneless Brisket, Yuca, & Plantains (Baho con Arroz) $19.95 * comes with a side - Arroz & Frijoles $0.00 * Chia with Lemon (Chia Con Limon) $5.95 Boho is a traditional Nicaragua dish of meat, green plantains and yucca cooked in banana leaves. According to the internet, this originated from the mix of cultures between the indigenous, mestizos and Afro-Nicaraguans of the country. The food was good. The steamed cooked boneless brisket can be a tad bland and slightly hard (is it bc of delivery?), but it's helped with the repollo (cabbage slaw) and the encurtido (pickled veggies). We enjoyed the lemon drink with chia seeds. Having been to Managua, Nicaragua many years ago, I can say it brought back memories. We crossed the border on foot (tour bus and foot) at Penas Blancas. We got this meal delivered but the restaurant is: Oye Managua, located on Mission and Eugenia.

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    Oye Managua - The plantains chips were not crispy, they were soggy. We ordered extra sides of fried cheese but those were not fully fried on one side

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    The plantains chips were not crispy, they were soggy. We ordered extra sides of fried cheese but those were not fully fried on one side

    Antojitos Nica y Mas - Picos, with cheese, sugar, cinnamon

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    5.0(6 reviews)
    86.4 mi

    So glad I found Antojitos!! Finally amazing Nica food here in Sac (we used to drive all the way to…read moreSF to get our fix)! My husband is Nicaraguan and we have gone back and visited many times, I am in love with the food and so sad we never had any local options nearby...Antojitos to the rescue! My husband cannot get enough of the Carne asada plate with Gallo Pinto (black beans and rice) and I could eat Queso Frito (fried cheese) all day long! My husband had recently been trying to describe a garnishment he used to have, that he misses and we found it here. He was so excited to finally show me what he had been talking about, Chilero (pickled onions and carrots), it was delicious on both the carne asada and the queso frito! Also took home a nacatamale (a nicaraguan tamale) for dinner and as we were leaving, I saw that they also have quesillo (a creamy white cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla and smothered in crema) - I am going to need to come back soon and get this as well! I was so obsessed with my plate that I forgot to take a picture, but I did get a picture of my Nacatamale I brought home...you can see the sauce and the banana leaves just wrapped around this treasure and perfectly packaged, so I can drop it in boiling water to heat it up.

    Amazing service! Always friendly and the food is so authentic and yummy! Highly recommendread more

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    Antojitos Nica y Mas - Nacatamales available call 650-491-4642, Sacramento CA

    Nacatamales available call 650-491-4642, Sacramento CA

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    Himasuey - Chicken Eggroll

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    4.5(2 reviews)
    14.6 miNorth Oakland

    I stopped by Himasuey and tried their Pollo Asado, and it did not disappoint. The grilled,…read moremarinated chicken was perfectly seasoned and layered over gallopinto (a Nicaraguan red beans and rice mix) a hearty, flavorful combination that felt both comforting and unique. What really stood out was the refreshing citrus-based salad on top. It added the perfect brightness to balance out the savory flavors of the dish. You can tell the ingredients are fresh and the flavors are thoughtfully put together.

    5333 Adeline St Emeryville, CA 94608…read more Himasuey is a Nicaraguan themed commercial kitchen at the Adeline Food Hall in Emeryville. It's a virtual brand of Comidazo Kitchens. During the late afternoon, Doordash has a 30%-off "Happy Hour." I used this promo to try Himasuey for the first time. I ordered: - Empanadas- Lechon and Jerk Chicken - Eggrolls- Lechon & Jerk Chicken The Empanadas and Eggrolls survived as delivery food just fine. The empanadas had a nice flaky and firm outer shell. The generous fillings were moist and tasty. The eggrolls were okay. The bottom of the box had a small pool of oil, which made one eggroll greasy. I had to blot it on paper towel. Otherwise, the food is good. Driver had to wait about 10-min for the order to come out.

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    Himasuey - Chicken Empanada

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    Himasuey - Chuleta de pollo con gallopinto and salad. love this.

    Chuleta de pollo con gallopinto and salad. love this.

    Himasuey - Perfect size Nacatamal, not so big so I avoid food coma and super flavorful.

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    Perfect size Nacatamal, not so big so I avoid food coma and super flavorful.

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