Always get the Pernil with rice and beans and a side of tostones. Beef empanadas are really good!read more

Came here on a Sunday night about a hour before they were going to close. I didn't get to get any…read moremofongo because they only had a limited amount of food because of the time. I ended up getting pernil/ pork with rice and beans. Food was tasty and staff was friendly here. Establishment was clean.

Very poor experience and bad food. Pricing options were very confusing, and complicated. The main…read morebuffet line they have out is $11.49 a pound, and then the meat behind the counter is $16.49. I took about a pound and a half from the buffet of the beef stew, chicken, rice, plantains, and tomato salad, and a cheese ball. Then I ordered separately the meat behind the counter. The more expensive meat that was supposed to be medium rare was incredibly gamy, hard to swallow and quite under seasoned. Not good at all. That was a waste. The beef stew was also under seasoned, the sauce lacked flavor, and taste. This was softer, it was fine meat but nothing that should be restaurant grade. The rice resembled a sea. Someone dumped way too much salt in, it was dreadful. The tomato salad was not salted, and had no dressing, a lackluster item. The plantains were not crisp as they should be. The cheese bread ball, a cheese flavored rock. Worthless. Lastly to the chicken which was the brightest spot, it was nice and soft and juicy, perhaps the only good thing on that whole buffet line. And this didnt come close to cutting it for me. As if I wanted more I would have to keep on paying and I was already $30 down. I never intended to spend so much. The pricing seems fair but once you start eating, you will go though plates and have to stop yourself before the bill is in the $40 plus dollar range. It makes no sense why they charge per pound and not just do one charge and it be ayce. Charging 11.49 for rice or beans, at 11.49 at the same price as the beef stew is ridiculous. The sauces that they have also are all mass produced processed junk. They didn't taste fresh. Terrible waste of money, won't be back find literally any other restaurant to go to. Another thing, this restaurant had flags around there store, I believe for the world cup, you would think this is fine and dandy however in the front of the store a freaking NORTH KOREA flag was hung up, and get this, it went right next to a Russia, China & Iran flag!!! This is a massive naivety, even though I don't believe it was deliberate it is unacceptable.

I've always heard great things about banana Brazil and I finally got around to trying it out. It's…read moreserve yourself and weighed at the register. There are tables but the spot in general is no-frills. I got the yellow rice and peas, black beans, Maduros, Pernil, and steak. Everything was great but I wasn't a fan of the maduros. They were way too mushy for my liking. I wish they had pao de queijo! The staff was friendly and quick. Great spot for a quick and affordable bite.

I love this food truck. I always have the best experience and eat every bite. This time it was…read moreno different. 100% a must try. Follow them on social media to see where they are parked. The service is kind and quick, the food is cooked perfectly and served in sustainable packaging They care about dietary restrictions and have gluten free choices. I love that! The truck is easy to find! Black n Yellow and hauling ass to get to you before dinner ;) Keep an eye out!

Chicken is dry not well seasoned. Tried 5 different sandwiches…read more No good sauce choices to pick from.

El Mercado is a supermarket with a cool food court on Park Street in Hartford. The food court,…read morewhich includes a Mexican spot, a Peruvian spot, a Colombian spot and a Dominican spot was the draw for me. There's a bit of seating and I ate my Oxtail, fried plantains, and rice and beans there. It was very good. I imagine the market has a wider selection of foods and goods you might need for Hispanic and Latino cooking. The Parking Lot is a bit tricky, both in terms of finding a spot and navigating your way out if you're lucky enough to get into the lot. El Mercado is a classic Hartford place you should check out at least once. Four Stars

Unfortunately, I experienced food poisoning after trying the Dominican food vendor. I ordered a…read moresimple meal of rice, beans, and pork, but the rice was burnt, and the pork was dry. It became clear the food wasn't good once I got home. I value proper sanitation, and I noticed the woman serving the food wasn't wearing gloves. I didn't take a picture at the time because I honestly forgot, but I don't think I'll be trying their food again..

Still great bites for a good price…read more I come here from time to time. This place is very much a good quality but ample portions place. So for those looking to fill their bellies with good eats then this place fits the bill. Tried their birria tacos, and they were cheesy and greasy in the best way. The consommé was flavorful and not too overpowering. You could eat it like a soup and be pleasantly surprised. The beef was tender but a little dry. Needed the broth. As a quick casual bite place, it's a very solid place to go. The parking lot is the biggest gripe, but outside of the businesses control. Worth a try if you're hungry and want lots of good food

My friend and I tried Baja's for lunch today and were very pleasantly surprised. We had never heard…read moreof Baja's despite being in the area often, but we are so glad we got a chance to try it. We ordered a wet burrito and a chimichanga, both of which were delicious and huge, especially for the price. The food was all very fresh tasting and cooked/prepared perfectly. We also chose to eat in the restaurant, which for a quick-service place was quite cozy and inviting. Overall, great prices, great food, and great convenience. We will definitely be returning soon.

Cute little spot, it's more of a grab and go, I was really craving mofongo so I came only for that!…read moreI got the chicharron one. I ordered online so I didn't really get to sit there. The lady at the front was nice. It was quick service. There's lots of options on the warming buffet, definitely would love to try other dishes from here! The mofongo had a lot of flavor! It was nice and tender, and the chicharron was perfect.

Cheap, good, and tasty…read more Heard this place recently opened up, so decided to make the trek here to give them a try. They are a very small place. A single table and two chairs. It's very much an order and run place. I don't know the cuisine well, so I asked the server to curate me a plate and I bought everything they recommended. I got their lunch special, two empanadas, a potato ball, and some flan. Got my to go containers then took them home for pics. Everything was seasoned and had its own distinct flavor. The potato ball was wrapped in a seasoned pastry and stuffed with a meat mixture. It also had a spicy mayo which gave it some richness and a little zip. That was a great bite. The stewed beef reminded me of a beef stew meat. Stewed in tomato and celery, fork tender and pretty good. The pork was tender but dry, the mayo from the potato ball helped in that matter. The sweet plantains were a nice reprieve from the heavy meats, the yellow rice was cooked in stock which made the rice a flavorful filler. The beans were more like a soup, not my style but still good. The flan was firm but the syrup was lightly sweet. A nice sweet treat for the end of a meal. I saved the empanadas for a later meal. But they look good. The price for everything was 24, which is actually quite affordable for the amount of food you get. It's simple food done well in ample portions and priced well. It's a great option for the area, with the only detractor being that it's not in the best location and unless you know what you want it's not the easiest menu to navigate. It's worth a try!

Damn, that's good. It has been years since I visited Coyote Flaco and I'm so glad I returned. My…read moremom wanted to go there for her birthday (she loves the place, loves the owner...lots of love) so that's where we brought her. It's so damn cozy inside, both the deck/patio as well as the actual inside. It's bright and super welcoming. We all had the house margs, which were super tasty. We ate a bit light. Mom had one birria taco and the Gambas Al Ajillo app, which is garlic shrimp: Sauteed shrimp in garlic sauce, served with flour tortillas. I ordered the platter with two fish tacos, my wife had the California burrito. So good! The waitstaff could not be more friendly and they check in with you just the right amount of time. The owner came over to say hello to my mom and when mom told her it was her birthday, the owner disappeared and came back with 3 shots of tequila, gratis. Nice. Oh and it's affordable to boot. For example-the house margarita regular price is $9!!! Our meals with the three margs was less than $80. Check them out.

Went with a party of four for dinner Saturday night. We were seated at a nice table outside which…read moreis temperature controlled and was very comfortable! I don't drink but I asked for a non alcoholic margarita and the watermelon one I ordered was very good! Our drinks and apps were served promptly but our entrees did take a while to come out. Not sure if they were backed up in the kitchen or how busy it was inside as we didn't go in. I had the chicken quesadilla as an appetizer and it was the prefect size and was very good! Juicy chicken, flavorful sauce, the right amount of cheese and nice and crispy! My boyfriend got a chicken mole entree that I can't remember the name of. He really enjoyed it and said the chicken was tender and well seasoned! Overall I would definitely come back as the food was very good!

Puerto Vallarta for Cinco de Mayo was a WHOLE experience…read more This place was PACKED from start to finish, but honestly? The vibe made the wait worth it. There were lines everywhere, the parking lot was full, and the restaurant was extremely busy but the energy was so good it barely even felt like we waited long. They had two DJs, one inside and one outside on the deck area where there was also an outdoor bar. The music was nonstop and the DJ played a mix of everything, so people were dancing the entire night. While waiting for our table, we grabbed drinks outside and ended up dancing inside too We waited about 30 minutes to be seated (plus another 10 because we missed our first call while vibing on the deck ), but once we sat down everything moved smoothly. Drinks were STRONG and definitely worth the price I had a couple shots plus both the original and strawberry margaritas, and both were really good. The food? 10/10. We got tacos, quesadillas, sizzling fajitas, and fresh guacamole made tableside right in front of us. Everything came out hot, flavorful, and delicious. The fajitas coming out sizzling definitely turned heads I also appreciated how organized everything still felt despite the crowd. There was security at the front entrance, inside, and near the side exits, which helped things feel safe and controlled during such a busy event. This was the perfect spot to celebrate with friends. Great music, strong drinks, delicious food, and an atmosphere that felt like a real party from beginning to end. Would absolutely come back for another holiday, weekend or summer night on the deck

Service is always on point !! J. C. (bartender) has been here forever and is always terrific…read more Today I had the arroz con pollo. Always amazing dish to have I also recommend the pierne de puerco, carne asada, lomo asada mixta (steak and shrimp), Chile con queso (appetizer), Tortilla soup, pollo la crema (chicken with sour creme sauce), Shrimp Cesar salad, chicken Caesar salad, Fajita salad, Chef Armando fajitas. The ambiance here couldn't possibly be more authentic Mexican. Conveniently located next door to McDonald's on the Berlin Turnpike. If you have never been here, you have no idea with you're missing !! Lots of specialty drinks !! Tropical Toucan, Santiago Special, Mexican Mindblower !!