A random showing on my Instagram algorithm tipped me to this place and I have been curious about…read moreVenezuelan and Colombian cuisine so I made the trip to this location. Off the bat, the exterior seems kinda plain but the inside the area is themed just like how it would be coming into a brick and mortar South American restaurant. Latin music, treats and snacks from their country. Service was swift, steady and courteous as it took no longer than 5 minutes for my food to reach my table. My lunch for the day was the Grilled Chicken Pabellon Lunch Special, Chicken Empanada, Tequequava and Tamarind juice. When the pabellon got to my table I thought it was a little on the small side but it was surprisingly filling. The Grilled chicken, a bit on the salty side still had taste to it and it was a good mix to go with the rice and beans. I loved the texture of the Empanada I had and the Tequequava (Cheeze & Guava stick) was actually superb. Never thought Mozzarella cheese could mix well with Guava fruit, but it was a solid blend. The Tamarind juice was sweet and savory. That was quite a meal I've ordered yet came just under $30 so everything was reasonably priced. The place is on a seemingly sketchy area of Cypress Hills but it's worth a second visit because the food is good and the menu has a bevy of choices there.

I had the crispy chicken sandwich, it was excellent! All the ingredients were fresh and so tasty! I…read morewaited for 10 minutes which I thought was relatively quick. I wasn't sure what to get and the staff were very nice and suggested the sandwich and they were spot on! The restaurant inside is cozy and CLEAN! Will be more prepared next time after looking at their menu.

Every time I come to New York this is always my first stop straight out of JFK!…read more The Chicken YO-YO is where it's at! The patacon is so dry I almost chocked so stick to the Yo-yo!

Ridiculous costumer service. They are providing false advertising on DoorDash so keep that in mind…read more I ordered 2 chicken cachapas, and got one beef went back and no apology was given. There's no manager and anybody to complain when they messed up an order. Food was ok, kinda dry and the fact that the customer services is useless is literally a joke and not worth it at all. David was the person that "helped out"

If you're a burger connoisseur, order the Venezuelan Burger. Best burger of my life 10/10read more

This place was great! We ordered food via Uber Eats. The delivery was SO QUICK! And the food was…read moreabsolutely delicious! I ordered the build your own bowl for $13.95. They have so many options to choose from and the ingredients tasted so fresh. I will definitely be ordering from here again! You can definitely get healthy options from here, there is something for everyone!

Fairly new Venezuelan spot on Metropolitan Ave. My family is from Venezuela so I was eager to try…read more The decor is very nice and colorful. I went twice and had great experiences both times. I had two arepas- reina pepiada and papellon, along with tequeños and a chica smoothie. Everything was delicious. There was only one person working, so there was a little wait for the food, but it wasn't bad. Highly recommend.

As soon as we walked in, my friend pulled her phone out to take pictures. The whole restaurant is…read moredecorated to the nines for Halloween. I had to go touch the wall to see if the Halloween mural was painted or hung on the wall. No space was left undecorated. I've been here a few times for lunch but today is definitely the most memorable. Opens at noon and came for the lunch special. Lunch specials are around $16. We ordered the bistec( sirloin steak that came with rice and beans, salad and sautéed onions), salmon came with roasted potatoes and salad and the pork chop. All delicious. Asked the very attentive waitress if there were any happy hour specials and the Wednesday special is mojitos for $8.95 for any flavor. We ordered the passion fruit and coconut flavors.

I finally made it to Matiz after bookmarking it a while back. Most of the reviews were positive, so…read moreexpectations were high and for the most part, it delivered. It was pretty packed on a Sunday afternoon (Father's Day), but the service was still solid. We ordered the Papitas del Campo, the Bandeja Matiz, and the Lomo Saltado to share. Everything came out flavorful. Their house hot sauce? Insanely spicy in a good way, but definitely not for the faint of heart. The Bandeja Matiz was generous and filling. The steak in the Colombian breakfast was on the salty side, and the sausage was a bit too crispy for my taste, but otherwise, the food hit the spot. Would definitely come back to try more off the menu!

5/5 Amazing empanadas! Everything tasted fresh, hot, and…read morereally flavorful. You can tell they make them fresh, which is probably why there can be a bit of a wait sometimes. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the place has a nice vibe. If you're in a hurry, it's better to call or order online ahead of time and then just pick it up. Totally worth it though -- the empanadas are so yummy and freshly made!

This place is amazing. Great system of ordering very easy and the empanadas are phenomenal.read more

With the World Cup underway and the United States taking on Turkey, I wanted to salvage what was…read moresupposed to be a great night for Venezuelan food after attending a lackluster Yelp event in Jackson Heights. Thankfully, my visit to El Budare Café was a delight. The wait was a bit long, but given the occasion--and the Venezuelan parade taking place outside--I'll give them a pass. The $11 beef arepa tasted like it was made from scratch, and every bite showed it. Toasty, savory, juicy, crunchy, and generously sized, it definitely hit the spot. The place certainly is built to enjoy with a huge group. It is not loud and packed with dancers, but I am sure there are dancing on other occasions.

super solid venezuelan place thats also quite affordable. when i visited there were tons of kids…read moreand the world cup was on so definitely family friendly. ended up just getting the el budare mix which had a bunch of fried appetizers. my favorite was the mini cachapas which had corn in the dough. i thought the shredded beef and chicken were a bit tough though.

From the moment you walk in, you are greeted by warm, friendly staff who immediately make you feel…read morewelcome. We were seated right away, and our server gave a helpful overview of the menu along with a few great recommendations. This location is known for its Venezuelan arepas, so I ordered the Pabellón arepa along with an El Carne Mechada empanada. Both dishes arrived piping hot and were accompanied by a variety of flavorful sauces ranging from mild to spicy. The food was delicious, the tables were clean and tidy, and the service was consistently attentive without feeling rushed. The entire experience felt inviting and well organized, and it's clear the staff takes pride in creating a positive dining atmosphere. Overall, this is a wonderful spot for anyone craving authentic Venezuelan flavors. I'd definitely recommend it and look forward to returning for both the food and the excellent service. 10/10 for sure!

Amazing place we were walking down the street and saw arepas on the window and amazing service and…read morefood. Laura was amazing she helped us find another spot to go to after we ate lunch i recommend it for people who are from around here and who arent