I have a Colombian friend that used to live near this business and used to tell me there was a…read moregreat Venezuelan food stall here. It wasnt quite Colombian food but close enough.. Every time I showed up it was closed. Never had their food. Cut to recently and there is now a Colombian food stall! Ironic yes? Now Ill have to tell my Colombian friend this even though they dont live nearby anymore. I will often make a sandwich or pizza run at the building next door but I decided to check out something new. I guess they are open normally on the weekend evenings but I happened upon a lunch special where they were serving Calentado which is rice beans chorizo and a fried egg plus a mixture of coal roasted/barbecued meats called picada. I'd had the picada at Juancho's deep in San Jose a while back so I figured Id do a comparison. Now with Juancho's it's a big restaurant and they have a large grill setup, plus the items are grilled to order as the flow is constant. At Patacom, they only have the one barrel with coals and it's 2 people working so they have to cook and keep it warm, so you dont get the straight off the grill freshness. However the pork and beef were both very well seasoned and had good flavor. I guess it would be best to catch them right at opening. THe meats also come with an arepa topped with cheese, boiled potatoes, yucca and plantains. So it's a pretty hearty meal. Id definitely come back and try some of their regular items at some point, especially if they do the bandeja paisa which seems to be the most widespread item I've seen amongst Colombians. And next time for the picada gotta show up right at opening!

mal servicio al cliente tiene este negocio. no toman bien…read morelos pedidos. mucho tiempo con los pedidos le dan prioridades a clientes por adelante de uno no ofrecen aderezos mal servicio no vuelvo

We started with the Papa Rellana, a potato croquette with minced beef in the middle. It was just…read moreOK. Then the Ceviche Emelina's arrived. Wow. It just popped with fresh flavor. The shrimp and the octopus was perfectly "cooked" in the juice. I felt the white fish could have soaked a little more. But it was great - I loved it. We also ordered El Borracho which is a slightly different take on the standard Arroz con Mariscos. there was an abundance of seafood along with the tasty rice. Lastly we had the standard Lomo Saltado. The beef was very, very tasty and really tender. Overall, it was a fantastic meal. The interior of the restaurant is kind of a standard strip mall restaurant. So don't expect anything fancy. The parking lot was small and full. But street parking was not a problem. However, service was wonderful. For drinks, we only wanted water - our normal. The glass mugs came cold from the fridge with ice cubes. Nice touch. The food did take a long time to come from the kitchen, so that would be my only gripe.

I decided to give Emelina's #2 an opportunity despite having some initial reservations about…read morewhether a restaurant operating multiple locations could maintain consistent quality and attention to detail. Unfortunately, my first visit only reinforced those concerns. I ordered the Tallarín Verde con Bisteck, listed on the physical menu as an 8 oz. New York grilled steak served with creamy pesto pasta. My girlfriend's steak was perfectly acceptable, while mine was composed largely of fat and was, for the most part, inedible. I asked whether the steak portion could simply be replaced. I was told it would take approximately 15 minutes, by which point the pasta would have been cold. I was then informed that I would need to purchase an entirely new entrée. The fact that I had touched the food was also raised, even though cutting into the steak was the only way to determine the extent of the issue. My girlfriend is Peruvian, and I chose this restaurant in the hope of surprising her with a well regarded local Peruvian dining experience. Instead, the quality of the steak and the manner in which the situation was handled made the experience feel markedly less refined and professional than expected. I left my phone number and requested that the owner contact me, as I am still giving the business an opportunity to address the matter directly. A sincere apology and a reasonable resolution would have been enough to preserve the relationship. As it stands, however, Emelina's #2 lost what could have been a loyal, long term customer.

So good. The Colombian breakfast is amazing. Everything about it was good and friendly service.read more

Colombian food keeps growing in popularity in the area. I noticed this cart parked a few times in…read morethe area. I had just missed the bbq they has done but got some stews and soup for a quick lunch. Depending on time and day they have different things. I also wanted some empanadas but also wrong timing. Lunch was pretty solid but i meed grilled meats and empanadas. Next time...but a decent newish Colombian choice in the area

Love the taco meat from here and the chorizo fries!! I…read morealway ask for the Serrano peppers to eat on the side too. Their salsas are also so tasty too. Great flavors!

pros: -fire almond croissant (ask to have it warmed up)…read more-amazing cold brew -cutest interior -outside seating cons: -none

Having retail parking is a huge plus. The atmosphere of the cafe is airy and clean with indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating. Nice color scheme. My arepa was delicious. The coffee had an interesting flavor. The waffle had the perfect crunch with flavorful strawberries. We would definitely add this to our list.

This place is no longer Mangos and seems to have been replaced by Antojos De Falla, which I'm still…read morewaiting for someone to walk by and check up on me as I'm eating my food. The customer service seems non-existent here. No how are you, have you been here before. Just give you the menu and walk away. The food was mediocre. The tostadas that came with my plate were stale. The rice had hard chunks in it too. The shrimp was RUBBERY! Oh no, how can you not cook shrimp!? The ambiance is nice I give it that, but I haven't been checked up on, and as I'm writing this, still waiting for my check. Geez. Not coming here again honestly. I miss Mangos. BTW - the can cokes are $5.

I hadn't been here in a few years so I decided to come back for my favorite dish, the tacos dorados…read morede papa y los super tacos. I was shocked that there was nothing left of the previous restaurant I had loved visiting. I'm not sure what happened to the previous ownership/management but the service, food, and ambiance has gone extremely downhill. The food is hardly edible and the service is some of the rudest I've ever experienced. It seemed more like a hangout spot than a restaurant at all.

First time trying Guatemalan food... I think, but I'm so glad a customer was there and recommended…read moreit, specifically the garanches. I was just picking some dishes from the various food trucks in the area and was persuaded to try this place. Absolutely incredible and I didn't even know what I was eating. The owner (I believe) gave me a run down of what the most popular dishes were and it was the garanches and the Mixto Shuco. The best way to describe Garanches is like a Vietnamese Banh Khot. If you don't know what that is, think crispy bottom appetizer with a meat/filling paired with sauce/cold topping. Perfect combo of the garanches and pickled vegetables. I would say the hot sauce would've gone great with it, but man oh man, that green hot sauce packed too big a punch for me. The Mixto Shuco is like a big sandwich with various meats (chicken, chicken sausage, pork, and beef?) I'm not too sure but it was great with all the sauces on it. Very hearty sandwich. Owner was super nice and explained the dishes well. The food truck is in the plaza with like 4-5 other trucks. There's some seating available if you want to eat there. Overall, this place is incredible and a great place to try Guatemalan food. I'm glad I stumbled upon it. I will be back. Go check them out!

Never had Guatemalan food before, and I'm excited to start exploring it with their ganaches. The…read moretostada was perfectly crispy, topped with beef and served with pickled vegetables and salsa, such a tasty dish. I'm looking forward to trying more of the menu on my next visit. The ambiance is lovely, with patio lights twirled around the canopy. It's a great place to sit outside and enjoy a sweet cool California night. Service was excellent and prompt.

We went for lunch today & 3 of the 4 of us had a mixture of Colombian/Mexican food. It was a first…read morefor us -and delicioso. The Colombian lunch included soup + the entire; tacos were full of chicken & seasonings: quesadillas flavorful ; anepas piping hot with a flavorful cornmeal crust & melted cheese. Service was good. Price was right. We will return! SCU Ladies

Great location, interesting menu, and friendly staff!…read more However, we came in around 11am and were the only customers until a big group came arrived. The upstairs was closed, and they were out of chicken (all chicken menu items). The wait time after ordering was pretty long (30+ minutes?) for our food despite being the only ones there when we ordered. Also, on the way to the bathroom there were bags of meat sitting out at room temp lol. The food was ok-- and inexpensive which was good. Again, the server was very friendly and the vibe was good, but probably will not return.

Pedí el plato paisa y estaba delicioso, muy bien servido y con mucho sabor. Fue mi primera vez en…read moreMedallo Restaurante y la experiencia fue excelente. El servicio de la chica, Esmeralda, fue muy amable y atento. Todo estuvo muy rico y se nota el cuidado en la comida. Definitivamente voy a regresar. Me dieron tanta comida I ordered the bandeja paisa and it was delicious, very well served and full of flavor. This was my first time at Medallo Restaurant and the experience was great. The atmosphere was warm, colorful, and very welcoming. The service from Esmeralda was excellent, very kind and attentive. Everything was really good, and I will definitely be coming back.

This was my first time at Medallo Restaurant. I had previously visited this location when it…read moreoperated under a different brand, and it is truly gratifying to experience its new version; warm, welcoming, and with service that feels just like home, full of smiles and authentic Colombian hospitality. The menu is diverse and features many traditional Colombian delights. I tried the Llanero Combo, which included a comforting bowl of beef rib broth with potatoes; delicate, rich, and very pleasing to the palate. I paired it with Colombian coffee, the kind grandma used to make, and a refreshing lulo juice. The main dish was a generous combination of pork, beef, potatoes, yuca, and sweet fried plantains, served with ají and guacamole. Everything was delicious and well prepared. On top of that, the service provided by our server, Esmeralda, was exceptional; attentive, friendly, and always smiling. The atmosphere is cozy, and the Colombian-themed décor and music create a warm ambiance that brings back wonderful memories. Definitely a place worth returning to. Medallo... for sure, my friend. Parce

This is where all the loud music is coming from on Santana Row haha…read more interesting restaurant due to everything being outside, with a live dj, everyone enjoying their food and the music. Order the chicken flautas, good flavors but tortillas were a little too crunchy

I came here for a quick meal and El Jardin was the perfect spot. Service was quick, and the…read morerestaurant is in a beautiful location right between the trees on Santana Row. I ordered the Cucumber Margarita first, and it was so good I had to stop myself from getting a second one. I never get margaritas because I don't like salt rims, but our server Jose was nice enough to switch it to tajín for me. Next was the esquite. I was not super happy with it because it came with tajín instead of spice (chile en polvo). It is more of a corn side than an actual esquite. That's my only concern though, everything else was perfect. The Sopes were soft and filling. I loved the taste of the thick sope masa, and it was filled to the top with tender beef and chicken. Perfect! Lastly, I had the churros with cajeta. I am so glad they included real cajeta instead of just a caramel topping. Cajeta tastes so much better! The churros were perfectly thick, soft on the inside, and crispy. I definitely will be returning!