Dropped in with a few friends and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meals. I got the shrimp taco…read morespecial for a "light" meal. The tortillas have a firm, pillowy texture with a slightly crisp border. The pico tasted fresh. This place has an extensive menu and you order/pay at the counter. The restaurant itself was bright and beautiful with light flooding through the second floor windows. Note that you'll have to journey through the catacombs to get to the bathroom.

Wandered in by chance for lunch on Tuesday. Birria tacos were outstanding. All four of us ordered…read morethe same and were all thrilled. Five tacos was a way more generous portion than we have seen other places. Very sweet woman at the counter who spoke limited English but was extremely helpful and attentive. Small vibrant place, but we enjoyed eating on the small tables outside. Great gem!

Should you be happening to look for authentic Puerto Rican/hispanic food and you are on the…read moreinterstate, this is one of the best options if not THE best option for you. Hispanic food options like "Arroz con gandules y pernil" are great, but are very expensive for takeout. A plate like this with a fountain drink will come up near $20 per plate, a price I would not pay for considering how cheap it would be. At Lelo's we got 4 FULL plates with 4 drinks that totaled near $50. The food quality was very good. As someone who has parents from the homeland who are picky about their pernil, they said it was great. Take that for what it's worth. Should you be off I-4 coming or leaving Orlando, I highly suggest you try this place. Worth your bang for your buck!

On our way back from the airport, my wife and I decided to stop at Lelo's BBQ on Saxon Blvd in…read moreOrange City, FL--and wow, what a delicious detour! I went with yellow rice, red beans, and sweet plantains. My wife ordered the chicken combo with a side of yellow rice and yuca (her first time trying yuca!). The lady helping us (pretty sure it was the owner) was incredibly friendly and patient, guiding us through the menu like old friends. We paid, grabbed a table, and dug in. My wife took one bite of the rotisserie chicken and declared it the best she's had in ages--juicy, perfectly seasoned, and falling off the bone. No surprise there; we spotted those massive rotisserie ovens spinning away, so chicken is clearly their specialty! She then tried the yuca (boiled and crispy-edged, I assume) and loved it--said it was buttery and addictive. Her yellow rice had tasty chunks of different meats mixed in, and she couldn't stop raving about the flavor. I mixed my yellow rice (a different style from hers) with the red beans on the plate--pure comfort food heaven, rich, savory, and perfectly balanced. The sweet plantains? Outstanding. Caramelized just right, sweet but not overpowering, soft inside with that ideal crisp edge. Every bite was perfection. The place had a great vibe too--clean bathrooms, lively Spanish beats playing, and a casual, welcoming atmosphere that made us feel right at home. We're already planning our next visit to try more dishes (that mofongo and rotisserie chicken platter are calling our names!). If you're craving authentic Puerto Rican BBQ and sides done right, Lelo's is a must-stop. Highly recommend--5 stars all the way!

Years later, and the food is still what keeps bringing us back!…read more My husband is on vacation this week, so we headed to El Pollo Colorao for lunch today as a party of four. We've been eating here for years, and while we love supporting local, enjoy the atmosphere, and have always found the staff friendly, let's be honest -- the food is why we keep coming back. We arrived around 1:30 and had two groups ahead of us at the counter, but the line moved quickly. In fact, there was a pretty steady line the entire time we were there, right up until we left around 2:30. Their takeout business was hopping too! Despite how busy they were, we had no problem finding a table in the dining room. I decided to branch out this visit and tried the #14 Pernil Sandwich with yellow rice. The sandwich has roasted pork and potato straws on their delicious bread, and my first comment after taking a bite was about how flavorful the pork was. It was tender and juicy, and I loved the contrast of the crunchy potato straws with the pork and that soft, slightly sweet bread. So good! Two people in our group ordered the #2 Tripleta, one with yellow rice and the other with yuca. The Tripleta is actually the favorite sandwich of all three of my family members. They love the combination of meats along with the crunch from the potato straws. My husband is normally firmly on Team Tripleta too, but decided to branch out and order the Mediodia this time. We were told when ordering that it would take about 30 minutes and were given the option to change his order, which I appreciated. He decided to wait and was glad he tried it. He enjoyed it, but since he tends to prefer savory over sweet, I have a feeling he'll be right back to his beloved Tripleta next time. And, as always, he got his favorite side -- the maduros. Yum! When everything was ready, they brought our food and drinks right to the table on a tray. The gentleman who took our order was very personable, and Abel came over to our table while we were eating. He recognized my husband and remembered his name -- which really impressed me considering it has probably been about a year since our last visit. And can we talk about the value? We spent about $60 for four meals with sides, three drinks AND a bag containing two loaves of their bread to take home. Yes, we buy the bread every time. It's that good. Even better, the portions are so generous that everyone took about half of their sandwich home for dinner. They definitely don't skimp on the meat here, so you fill up quickly. The dining area is comfortable and has some fun, whimsical artwork that gives the place plenty of personality. They also have a nice assortment of drink options and seating by the windows for customers waiting on takeout orders, which seems to help keep the dining tables available even when they're busy. After all these years and multiple visits, El Pollo Colorao continues to earn 5 stars from us. Great food, generous portions, good value, friendly people, and a locally owned restaurant we're happy to continue supporting.

Nice little place. Service was good. Food was also good. I had the roast pork with rice and red…read morebeans. Good flavor. Big servings.

We love our tips to Puerto Rico, the food there is amazing. I was excited to see PR food offered on…read moreCocoa Beach. Excellent menu and drink selection. We started with the queso and guava empanda, I missed the picture op as it was devoured too quickly! Our entrees were beautifully plated, the food speaks for its self. I could eat the red beans/habicuelas everyday for the rest of my life. Service was superb. Everyone was very friendly. We got our food quickly, which I love; more time at the beach. I highly suggest stopping in for a flavorful trip back to PR

Service 5/5 Food 4/5…read moreAmbiance 4/5 Parking 3/5 I sat at the bar & was greeted promptly. Service was friendly & welcoming. Food was fresh & flavorful. Beautiful presentation. Overall good experience.

I recently visited El Sazon de Mama for lunch. The restaurant serves a variety of Dominican and…read morePuerto Rican foods buffet style. I ordered the Pernil & Arroz con Gandules, The pork was super tender, the rice was savory and the beans were delicious. Overall, a quality and filling lunch stop.

The food here is fantastic! We ordered items to eat there and several things to go, including the…read moreoxtail, slow-cooked pork ribs in a flavorful sauce, pernil with crispy skin, and chicharrones. Everything is homemade, including the delicious desserts. The plantains were great and cooked just right, the rice was perfectly prepared, and the meats were incredibly tender. On top of that, the servings are very generous. The owner was super nice and took the time to personally walk us through all the different options on the menu. While the dining space itself isn't the most comfortable for a sit-down meal, the quality of the food and the excellent service more than make up for it. Highly recommend for a delicious meal, whether you stay or take it to go!

Everything was delicious. Maybe put a Cuban on the menu?…read moreThe pork was so tender and flavorful. The mofongo was not dry at all! Sangria was perfect. Not to much citrus! I would come back again when in the area.

After my first experience here, i knew i had to come back for a redo!…read more First time around we had mid service with an hour wait time for food. This time around i noticed they had a runner that helped run the food, i was so much happier. Food came out fast, the drinks were great, food was spectacular, i loved the music and the vibes, the ambiance was to die for! I loved it so much more this time around and the food is always good here. We will be back!

This. Food. Is. Amazing…read more ...but like a flash in the pan; they're already gone. A cryptic message and off they go to greener pastures. What the hell is happening at Lokels Only that causes a brilliant and extremely talented Brown woman and entrepreneur to pack her DELICIOUS shit up and leave within one week of her grand opening? We may never know. Her announcement was professional and powerful... class act. For the record, the food was fantastic. I went on opening night and ordered two beef empanadas, two chicken empanadas, arroz con gandules, y platanos. The empanadas were perfectly crisp and not too hard and not the slightest bit soggy. Internally they were moist and seasoned perfectly. When I say they were the best Puerto Rican empanadas I have had in over a decade (last time was in NYC), I am not exaggerating. The arroz con gandules had the perfect chew and were seasoned well. I hate when there is too much cumin in the rice, and I hate when the rice is soggy. She has this down to a science. The fried platanos were perfectly sweet and CRISP on the outside, and just right in their softness (see: not overcooked and mushy, but also perfectly ripe to begin with. It was a pleasant experience, and the $30 spent was worth every penny. This is a huge loss to the Chinatown community and Krystal's presence and energy will be missed.

111111/10 SO FREAKING GOOD!!! Krystal is the sweetest and her food is made with PURE LOVE from the…read moresoul. My tio was so happy to get a meal that tastes just like home WEPAAAAAAA Amazing amazing A M A Z I N G! God Bless

Great place for an affordable healthy lunch! Daily lunch menus, specials and regular meals…read more Food is fresh and nicely prepared. Many chicken and pork selections; several rice, bean, fish, vegetable and salad dishes that are usually very tasty. Had the tilapia daily special. It was prepared well, but lost a star from the poor quality of the actual fish used. Mostly take out but indoor/outdoor dining tables. Don't forget to ask for lime slices and salad dressings. Desserts are regular with a few specials. They also have delicious passion fruit juice!

I'm not usually big into Puerto Rican food, but the taste and price was not bad for this portion of…read morefood! The place inside can be maybe more welcoming to all, but definitely you get your monies worth

so to be honest this place has no yelp reviews which made me skeptical of it, i looked at the…read moregoogle reviews and they all said the food was amazing so i decided to go. THE BEST STEAK AND MOFONGO I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE. I recommend this place to anyone driving by ir living in ocala

Have try 3 different times to try this restaurant, but it is a ghost restaurant. We have never been…read moreable to find it. ‍

We went here for a small team dinner, as it was recommended. However, I would say this is a great…read moremilestone restaurant as well with the one you love!Be ready for a fire to be burning on a chilly FL evening in the fireplace surrounded in coquina rocks - so beautiful! Our server was attentive and sweet. The Caesar salad was fresh, crispy and cold! Happy the anchovie was served on the side of the plate , as I am not a fan. Those that had the steak said it was so tender and absolutely delicious! Our vegetarian dish seemed to not disappoint either. The grouper dish was good. A little disappointed with the dryness (overcooked) on the edges. The rice was Phenomenal!! The black beans served in the edible bowl were flavored perfectly. The Flan was a real OMG moment! Absolute perfection!! A MUST try!! The homemade peanut butter ice cream served with the bread pudding - DEVINE!! Will take a quart to take home please!

Michelin Star Worthy! Chucherias *never* disappoints. We have celebrated as many anniversaries…read moreand birthdays here ad possible over the years. Chef is the *best* we have ever experienced, and the service is outstanding. Thank you, Rui, for making every visit a dinner experience!