Cheerful ambiance, gracious service from an attendant young woman who also seemed to be doing a…read moregood deal of kitchen help. The food was well prepared, seemed to have a solid consistent quality to it across all the dishes we tried, and everything was flavorful. We were a bit shocked at how real and fresh the two passion fruit items were--we didn't taste the normal crazy amounts of added sugar.

We came to try out some Puerto Rican cuisine, and it was a relatively good experience…read more El Cilantro offers a traditional menu with a good number of dish and drink options. This is not a high-end restaurant and more of a casual experience. We ordered the octopus mofongo, the empanadas and the alcapurrias. For drinks, we had the pineapple juice. Out of those, the empanadas and the juice were really good. Other than that, the rest was OK. The service was excellent, and our two waitresses were helpful and professional. The vive felt traditional and colorful. The restaurant is located in a centrally located small shopping plaza with plenty of free parking. If you are not familiar with the area, the GPS will take you straight to it.

Clean - Place Warm Food…read more Awesome Customer Service. One of my fav locations Fast service with warm chips not pre bagged.

Came for a quick bite. The shrimp taco is delicious! I ordered for here and the associate brought…read moreit to my table. Very pleasant. Clean restroom.

I really don't want to share this place because I want to keep it to myself but anyways they're…read morealways busy. The food speaks for itself and the service is always friendly and genuine. The prices are great. So many options to choose from. If you're hungry bring a friend so you all can get a side of their stewed oxtail along with their rotisserie chicken. And omg their crispy roasted pork! They have different beans daily to go along with your rice and there's three different options! You know I fell in love I come here about every two days! And I get a plate for my coworker too! Wait what had me!!!! Was my first bite of the black beans and rice. It took me back to the islands when a friend cooked me her stewed flank steak with black beans and rice. So I've been coming back ever since. Sorry this is long! But I had to express my gratitude for finally finding this gem!

Food and service were great. Huge servings. Delicious drinks. Literally, zero complaints. Will…read moredefinitely go back again.

Had such a great experience here. Our waitress was incredibly warm and personable, which made the…read morewhole meal feel even more welcoming. This is such a unique Latin restaurant with an amazing vibe and decor that really sets it apart. I loved the atmosphere, and the Chino-Latino dishes on the menu were such a creative twist. The chicken yakitori was absolutely delicious. Even the rice stood out, which says a lot because it's often overlooked, but here it was just as memorable as the main dish. Overall, a really special spot with great service, unique food, and a fun atmosphere. I'd definitely come back to try more.

When we are craving Peruvian food, Calle Sol always comes top of mind, with their combination of…read morehuge portions, excellent prices, and attentive service. We love their Yuquitas de Queso as an appetizer. The yucca is very crispy, with delicious melted cheese inside. The green sauce they serve it with is exceptional, and we use it with our entrees, too. Sadly, this dish wasn't available on our last visit, so we switched it up and tried their black bean soup and half avocado stuffed with chicken. Both were delicious, so I'm glad we had an opportunity to branch out a bit. For our entrees, we typically get the Vaca Frita and Lechon Asado. Both meats are always tender, flavorful, and NOT overly salty (yay!). The Vaca Frita is particularly good, with crispy beef served on top of caramelized onions. The lime flavor is amazing in this dish. The rice and beans are perfect accompaniments to both dishes. Their portions are generous, and we usually take some of our meals home. We've always had great service at Calle Sol. We never have to wait long for our food, either. I like how the servers work to help each other out when busy! A note about parking--there are only a few spots directly in front of the restaurant, so you'll be lucky to get one of them. There's a public parking lot just down the street on Thomas (across from Dish), and street parking throughout Plaza Midwood. We often park on the street near Harris Teeter and Supperland, a quick walk to Calle Sol. Just give yourself extra time to find a parking spot if you arrive during busier dining hours. Well can't wait to return!

I hate doing this to my Ricans, because I love them, but I'll make this short and to the point. It…read morewas easily the WORST Mofongo I've ever had in my entire life! Beyond dry, large chunks of cold plantain, completely crumbled when I put my fork in it. I asked for pernil and they gave me pork slices which is not the same thing. Everything was extremely dry and they don't even give you chicken broth for the Mofongo. I would never come back or recommend. The worst Mofongo ever. I posted a picture of the correct way to serve Pernil con Mofongo and the way they served it. They're definitely not experienced.

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Everything about Pio Pio is a 10 out of 10! The service was beyond lovely - friendly, super…read moreattentive, and service was fast. Restaurant was beautifully decorated and clean. Everything we ate was incredibly delicious and so authentic. We ordered a ton of food for our table (most not pictured here because we ate so fast!). Notable the tostones, calamari, the chicken, and yuca...all absolutely amazing. We also ordered pollos soltado to go for a family member who raved it was the best they had since moving to this area.

Pio's restaurant has gotten a facelift and it's even better than it was in the past! The score has…read moreincreased to 99, the seating has been updated and the food is still delicious--maybe even better! We went on a Saturday afternoon and enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and attentive service. Our meal was excellent as it has consistently been, especially since the changes have been made to the restaurant. I want to make sure that I mention the cleanliness of the women's bathroom. This is the second time in a row that I've used it and it is very well maintained. It's large, clean and odorless. It gives me an overall positive feeling about the restaurant, which adds to my comfort when we eat here. We love coming here. The prices are reasonable, the portion sizes are just right, and the servers are attentive and friendly. A great experience!!

Muy buena comida fresca ,preparada al momento bien caliente.El servicio muy ameno y…read morefamiliar.Variedad para todo con la adicion de taco es un palo.La atencion alegre y buen ambiente con parking.

Amazing food, top tier service and a wonderful low-lit, romantic vibe, I will be visiting again…read morevery soon!

I have lived in North Carolina for 10 years and have been searching for a Cuban restaurant. I can…read morefinally say that the service and the food are excellent. They also have live music. I'm already a fan of this restaurant. The menu is fantastic! The food is excellent--true Cuban flavor.