We've seen their sign for a couple of years now on Federal heading north between Hollywood and…read moreSheridan. The name never landed with us as it sounded like a standalone food court. It was the sign underneath that read, "Too tired to cook today?" that made us take notice. Looking at the online menu we found that it was not only a who's who of Latin dishes of different nationalities, but they also served bar fare - chicken wings, burgers, quesadillas, etc. Not knowing what their specialty was, we never committed to it. But today was one of those days where we felt like something different and we took a chance. The gamble paid off big. The menu was all over the place, so not knowing what direction to go in, I addressed the waiter who was all too ready to help. He pointed me to some of his faves: the Bandeja Paisa, Lomo Saltado, and Ropa Vieja. I'd had my eye on the Lomo Saltado, a popular Peruvian stir fry dish. The Bandeja Paisa is Colombian, and the Ropa Vieja - Cuban. I asked him what the nationality of the ownership was, when he revealed it was Colombian. I was immediately skeptical of ordering the ropa vieja - being half Cuban, I could not fathom the idea of a Colombian-owned restaurant pulling this off. So Joe took one for the team there. The waiter assured me that everything he has tried has in fact been delectable. But hey, what else is he supposed to say? But no, he assured me these were not marketing words, but words of experience. So I went for the Lomo Saltado which was served with black beans and rice, and french fries. He didn't hesitate to vouch for the black beans... I think he sensed my Colombian skepticism. Joe had replaced his fries for sweet plantains, so I took his cue and substituted my fries for tostones. But, not before warning the waiter that I would be particularly particular about the quality of my favorite plantain dish. He gave me a confident nod - so I played along. Joe's dish came out a few seconds before mine, and being the impatient carnivore that I am, I (let's say borrowed) his ropa vieja before he had a chance to pick up his fork. I was very pleasantly surprised. On par with any old clothes I have tried at any Cuban restaurant... and even better than some, albeit in longer strands than I've experienced. However, extremely juicy, full of flavor and tender. Then came my Lomo. I'm a first-timer, so I have nothing to compare it to, but it was fan-tastic. A bit charred outside with a juicy medium innard that cuts like butter, and to my relief, deceivingly tender. The lomo napped on a bed of sautée-charred veggies whose sweetness was a nicely balanced contrast to the savory meat. The black beans were definitely on point and seasoned with Colombian love. And those ten-ton-tostones!!! By far the thickest fried medallions I've had, but with a brutally loud crunch and still a real easy chew. And unlike John Travolta in a black T-Bird jacket, totally Greaseless. Often times, tostones of this variety are tough and as chewable as week-old yellow paper mache. Nope, these are some of the best tostones I've had in a couple of years. But by far the best of their kind. I also borrowed one of Joe's sweet plantations which once again left no trace of greased lightning and were rendered a perfect dark brown with a nice and plush sunshine yellow inside. The portions were more than generous and the price was comfortably modest. I expressed my deepest gratitude to our waiter for his patience and his spot on recommendations. He also swore by their burger which he had just sampled for the first time and which is made partly with Colombian chorizo and served with a side of chimichurri. Chorizo and chimichurri for little cha-ching.... I'm sure I'll be chowing on that real soon. Food Corner is a cornucopia of Latin influences, and so far, it's also a master of two of them. (We were too excited to take photos)

They have something for anyone. Waitress was very attentive helpful and polite. Menu is on a tablet…read moreand is expansive. Very nice and inviting inside. The food was good would definitely try again and maybe Thursday night karaoke. Empanadas were crispy if you like that. Steak was good yucca bites good rice and beans very good. Definitely worth trying.

Rodrigo and Manuela are absolutely outstanding. Their service elevates this Colombian restaurant to…read morea whole new level. From the moment you walk in, they make you feel welcomed, appreciated, and genuinely cared for. Rodrigo brings unmatched energy and attention to detail -- every dish arrives perfectly, and he checks in with the kind of professionalism that makes the experience feel premium. Manuela adds warmth, kindness, and a natural hospitality that makes you feel like family. The food is incredible, but it's Rodrigo and Manuela who make every visit unforgettable. Their service is fast, friendly, and consistently excellent. This team is a major reason this restaurant stands out as one of the best Colombian dining experiences around.

Great food vibes and service daniela our server gave us great advice and breakfast was deliciousread more

Came here with the husband on a date night last night. Located in the meridien hotel this…read morerestaurant is very hidden. But I liked that about it. A hidden gem. We came with our own bottle of wine which they were very nice to waive the corking fee. We ordered the skirt steak, ceviche and Cobb salad. The food was delicious. Small portions but very good. No complaints on the food at all. Basic but still good. Our service was not good at all. The waitress was very rude unfortunately. However we still enjoyed our time and happy we came out.

I wish I could give a million stars!…read more Toro is located inside the Le Meridien hotel in Dania Beach. You have to go in the parking lot and get a ticket, but the restaurant will validate it. It has its own entrance from the parking lot. Right when you walk in, it feels very nice and upscale. My husband and I came for a happy hour experience, and tried just about everything. All of it was incredible! The guac was served with a mixture of plantain chips and tortilla chips, which I loved. The corn empanadas were surprisingly a little spicy, but delicious. The mac and cheese came in a skillet with tajin breadcrumbs, and was super creamy and delicious. The elote was probably my favorite. You can't beat truffle! I also especially loved the yuca that came with the beef. The drinks were super strong. After about a drink and a half (the hibiscus margarita and the Mexican mojito), I found myself needing to probably cut myself off. We sat at the bar, and the server who helped us was really nice. If you're looking for a nicer and more upscale happy hour experience, this is it. It's a great night out with amazing food. Highly highly highly recommended!

Amazing tasty delicious food that I highly recommend for everybody to come seven days a week…read more There's great drink the bars to come and relax. They also have amazing chicken steak, T-bone and so much more I love their chicken breast, their beans, their tortillas as well I the queso fresco! AMAZING service & amazing waitress

Me giving this place a 2-star review is honestly me being nice. The service was horrible…read more We walked in and the restaurant was nearly empty. We were told to sit anywhere, which was fine, but then we ordered 2 waters and a passion fruit margarita and waited almost 30 minutes just to get them. On top of that, the drink order was wrong. She served us what tasted like salty mango juice -- and I say "juice" because there was absolutely no alcohol in it. Then we ordered a simple meal: a few chicken tacos, pork tacos, and an order of chicharrón. Somehow that still took 30-45 minutes, and the order was missing items when it finally arrived. That's crazy for an order of 4 chicken tacos and 4 pork tacos. The tacos honestly weren't even that good either. The only thing that was actually good was the chicharrón. People always say "good food takes time," and sure, that's understandable when a restaurant is busy. But this place wasn't even halfway full. There were plenty of open tables inside and outside, so the wait made no sense -- especially considering the food wasn't worth it.

Stopped by here before we went to the airport to try some Cuban food in the area. This place did…read morenot disappoint! The service was quick, and we got seated quickly. With 4 servers, they got our orders pretty quickly. The location was nice and had a great ambiance, with locals enjoying a nice Monday lunch. We ordered the Breaded Ham Paste, and I got the Roast Pork for lunch, while she got the Fish Fillet. The pork was tender, the rice was delicious, and the appetizers were spot on. I tried some of her fish, and it was quite tender and good as well. Overall, this place was great; I definitely will come back in the future and try more options!

I WISH I would have taken a picture but we immediately dug in. SOOOOOOO good…read more I ordered ropa vieja and my mom ordered the tamale de lechon. The food was amazing and the service was even better. We got complimentary garlic bread. I'm sad I'm visiting from out of town and not able to get this more often.

First time on the Hollywood boardwalk and we were looking for something tasty with a great view. 7…read moreTables on the Beach fit the bill! Jose, our server, was friendly and helpful! The Peruvian food was fantastic. We had: *Ceviche Trio - fish only mix - I usually get this dish because it's hard for me to pick a favorite when it comes to Peruvian Ceviche marinades. 7 Tables version was great! Really flavorful, no stringy piece at all and fresh! *Chaufa 7 Tables - this was on the specials so no price listed but we knew it would be premium given that it was filet mignon, mussels, shrimp, and chicken! It came out to be $64.80 but so delicious! Good portion, perfectly cooked seafood & meat and we had too much rice to take with us unfortunately. Their pisco sour was tasty too!

This is a MUST go to restaurant while in Florida!!…read more We were blown away by every dish we ordered. The fried red snapper is out of this world - a must order!! You can't go wrong with anything you order. There's also happy hour all day every day - drinks for $10!! Angelica, our server and the owner, Santiago was the best!! Super attentive and so welcoming. Would recommend this place to anyone in the area!!

Authentic unpretentious Puerto Rican food! I have the shrimp mofongo and absolutely loved it! My…read morego-to going forward!

Hidden Gem Alert!! This spot might not be on everyone's radar yet, but it definitely should be! I…read morestopped by with my mom and was blown away by how good everything was. I ordered the Pechuga a la Criolla mofongo, and wow--what a dish! The portion was super generous, packed with tender, flavorful chicken all the way to the bottom of the bowl. Every bite was delicious! My mom ordered the carne frita mofongo but I loved mine more!! Lol. Her's was good too if you prefer that type of meat. I also got a side of alcapurria, and it was piping hot, clearly made fresh. Crispy on the outside, perfectly seasoned on the inside... Absolutely hit the spot! The lady at the counter was kind and patient, answering all my questions since I wasn't familiar with a few of the menu items. Her helpfulness made the experience even better. This place feels like one of those underrated treasures you're lucky to stumble upon, and I can't wait to go back! Very authentic vibes inside... Loved it!

Excelente experiencia de principio a fin. La carne es de primera calidad, cocida justo al punto que…read morela pides, jugosa y llena de sabor. Se nota el cuidado en cada detalle, desde la presentación hasta el servicio. Definitivamente es un restaurante al que volvería sin pensarlo. 100% recomendado para los amantes de la buena carne.

Food was excellent Vibe was great…read moreYou would never know this place was so good From the outside it looks like a dumpy place It's really nice inside and the food is authentic My only complaint is it's a bit pricey at $38 a person that doesn't include drink or dessert At The Knife they used to give you a bottle Of wine or a drink with diner which made it really worth it In total our bill was $109. I had a glass of wine I think that's expensive Overall it was a great experience. I would come again hopefully they add the drink and dessert to the buffet

this little Cuban establishment is a no-frills kind of spot. Honestly, it's a hole in the wall and…read moreif you didn't know it was there. You'd probably miss it but the down home authentic Cuban cuisine and great service is what I go for. I was looking enough to beat the rush and be in and out super fast my Vaca Frita was cooked perfectly and the portions were pretty decent. I had enough to eat half there and take the rest for lunch in the next day if you're ever in Hollywood area check out this spot.

This place was an old building that looks like it was straight out of a small village in Tijuana…read more There were a few parking spaces directly in front of the business. The gender neutral bathroom appeared clean with basic decor. The place had a simple, no-frills vibe, which can be a nice change of pace from the more trendy spots. The server made me an espresso which was quick and affordable at only $2.00. A few patrons came in for an early lunch as I was leaving the restaurant with my coffee to oddly complement with my pizza.

Absolutely delicious, I stumbled upon this place with my wife and decided to order some food for…read morepick-up. The food was ready at exactly the time it told us it was going to be, and when I picked it up, I knew it was going to be well worth the price of it! The staff was super friendly from the few moments we were inside to grab the food and while I was waiting, I got to enjoy how nice and clean the location was! There was nice decorations on the wall and I couldn't find a single crumb anywhere! The staff was also friendly and told us where to go to grab the food we ordered. I decided to get the skirt steak and it was cooked to perfection. I will say the chimichurri sauce was a little underwhelming as it didn't have my flavor and only tasted like oil to me, so I didn't use it. The steak was flavorful and the portion was more then reasonable for the price! The rice was also very well done as well, cooked perfectly! I will for sure be coming here again in the future to try more of their food they have to offer and grab a couple drinks!

We had four days in town and ate at Alta Vaca Grill on two separate occasions. Yes, it was that…read moregood! Hubby and I are former Floridians but were in town for my SIL's graduation. We moved to Georgia about a year and a half ago, which was a great move for us and we have truly loved our new home and hood, but the only thing we don't have in our new area is good Argentinian food. That's why when we got to town, we knew we were going to look specifically for a good churrasco. We discovered Alta Vaca Grill on Yelp near our airbnb and had it on our first night. Normally, hubby and I would split a steak but on this visit we each got our own and cleaned our plates. Alta Vaca definitely hit the spot! We each had a churrasco cooked medium with fries for me and rice for my husband. Every bite was music to my tastebuds! We loved it so much that when making dinner plans with friends a couple days later and the night before our flight back home, we knew we wanted to return to Alta Vaca one last time before leaving. I made a reservation for 8 and I'm glad I did because the space inside is somewhat limited and they were slammed. Despite the place being jam packed and us being a large party, our server was incredible as was their entire staff. Our food came quickly and tasted just as divine as the first visit. I ordered the churrasco again but this time with potato salad instead of fries. I asked if the potato salad was vinegary because I tend to be picky about those, but I was assured that if I didn't like it, I could switch it to something else after. This was great to know but not necessary as I ended up loving it along with the delicious steak. I savored every bite and lamented at the fact that I could not take the whole place home with me as I was not ready to let go. If we had Alta Vaca Grill near our new home, I would be there at least weekly without question. Amazing service with mouthwatering food and reasonable prices makes this an easy 5-star rating in my book. If we are ever in the area again, returning will be high on the priority list. If you are lucky enough to live nearby and haven't tried them yet, I suggest you run, not walk there, sooner rather than later because you will not be disappointed.