Had another great lunch here. The Arepa Ropa Vieja was so delicious and tender with sweet plantains…read moreon the finish. I got the flavorful red beans side and loved those too. The Pina Colada's were a bit too thick and had too much coconut in them but had decent flavor. The chicken lunch bowl was HUGE and plenty for leftovers. The South Side is open on Mondays again and we let the waitress know the info is outdated on their website site & Yelp.

I have lunch with a friend once a month and we like to try different restaurants. We went to the…read moreColombian Spot the other day and both of us said it was good that we tried it, but have no need to go back. I had the pork platter with rice, beans, and pickled cabbage. It was ok, but the pork was a bit dry. I also ordered maduros (plaintains). They were a huge disappointment. I love sweet fried plaintains, but they have to be hot. These were served cold. For me the best thing about the place was the coconut lemonade; that was certainly a pleasant surprise. The server was pleasant. The loud music and noise gave me a headache.

I have been dying to stop in here for a while! So glad I found myself in the neighborhood recently…read more Their chicken is some of the most flavorful and moist chicken I have ever had! It is so so good! I've heard great things about the chicken quesadilla so I ordered one for my daughter and I to share. This thing is MASSIVE! If you don't LOVE cheese then order a different dish. The quesadilla is absolutely stuffed full of cheese. The rice and beans also had great flavor but I couldn't get over the chicken! The fried plantains were also delicious! The spicy green sauce is SPICY- heavy with cilantro and so dang good! I've heard you can ask for it to be mixed with the sour cream which might tone down the spice but I liked it as it is. I'm not one for super sweet drinks but I really enjoyed the flaxseed pineapple tea drink. It wasn't overly sweet (while it does still contain quite a bit of sugar if you're reading labels). Service was friendly and food was served quickly. We'll definitely be back!

I have heard great things about Chicken Latino for years but only recently managed to try it out…read morefor the first time. The chicken definitely lived up to the hype! It was very flavorful and juicy. The yuca fries were a highlight for me. They only have one size, and it's really big, but you'll be glad to have so much. Our server was very nice and the food came pretty quickly. The inside is pretty small but there's a good number of tables.

Cilantro & Ajo is a Venezuelan street food restaurant. They have multiple locations, but my friends…read moreand I visited the Lawrenceville location. Parking is a little tricky because it is street parking only, but we got lucky with a spot right out front. Ordering is super easy and efficient. They have menus up front where you order, and then you sit down and they bring your food to you. I've never tried Venezuelan food so this really was a great experience. I wanted to try it all. Here's what I ordered: [Brown Lemonade]: Tasty and different than your average lemonade [Plaintains]: Sweet with queso fresco [Arepas]: Mine had chicken & gouda and was absolutely delicious. Soft and flavorful. [Empanadas]: These were really tasty. I really loved the beef with the peppers & onions. My friends really loved their papallon bowls, and overall, the experience was really great! This was such a unique experience with unique food. I will be back!

One of my go-to spots in Pittsburgh. I've never gotten anything bad here…read more The yucca fries remind me of childhood and their maracucha arepa always hits! I love that the southside location also has some grocery items and South American candies available to purchase.

Tucked away on a side street, this place is truly a hidden gem! Quaint, authentic, and welcoming…read morefrom the moment we walked in. The service was fantastic! our server was happy to explain menu items and offer suggestions, which was so helpful. The restaurant was also extremely clean, with a fun Mexican-style atmosphere and authentic music playing in the background. We started with the complimentary warm chips and delicious salsa--always a great way to kick things off! The huarache was delicious, loaded with chorizo, chicken, and beef. But the real star for me was the quesabirria! Homemade tortillas, tender shredded beef, and Oaxacan cheese, served with mouthwatering consommé for dipping. SO good! And mark your calendars: they're celebrating their anniversary on September 13th with a mariachi band and other fun festivities outside. We'll definitely be back!

A best kept secret that I'm hoping gets out to the world! Stopped in for lunch today and from the…read moretime I walked in the door into the time I left, everything was absolutely top tier. The restaurant is decorated perfectly for the aesthetic of authentic Mexican food and, even more importantly, is unbelievably clean. But the food.... Wow, the food. I ordered three different kinds of tacos and the meats on each tasted expertly cooked and the house hot sauce was delicious. I ordered a side of guac, which also tasted like it was made seconds before being brought to the table. Lastly, the employees were all super accommodating and genuinely all seemed to be happy to be there, which is a huge plus. I don't get to the south hills often but I'll be making a special trip back time and time again. A++++++++++

Food is delicious, generous portions and service was excellent! While the space is limited, you…read morecan always find a seat!

Really enjoyed our first visit to El Pollon which is just a few min from our house and a hidden gem…read moreon Main Street in Carnegie! Clean, open interior and very quick and friendly service! Both of us enjoyed our entrees. My husband had two pieces of bone in chicken and they were quite small, so he would have gotten a whole chicken next time. I had the bistec a la pobre and it was a tonnnn of food for the price! Delicious plantains and Peruvian fried rice. Looking forward to going back and trying more dishes.

This place is great!! We went in with no expectations and came out overly satisfied!! The family…read morethat runs the place is kind and they make the best food!! We shared a burger and the cachapas and the food was fantastic!! Don't sleep on the tres leches cake, as it was one of the best I've had!

5 stars across the board. You won't find a better specialty burger in the city of Pittsburgh…read more Everything about Pepito's is perfect. From the owners to the atmosphere to the food, an absolute eating experience. The burgers are also accompanied by some of the best sauces ever, get them all, trust me. I could live off all the good places to eat in Brookline, and now I'm adding Pepito's to that list. Do yourself a favor and go here ASAP!

We visited this venue this past Saturday for lunch. My wife ordered number 7 lunch special and I…read moreordered the grill chicken over rice with their cheese sauce. We both enjoyed our meals and the service was pleasant. My wife really liked her chicken salad and I loved the way they saturated the rice with their cheese sauce. Both portions were quite generous too. We will probably revisit when we are in that area and will explore other entries.

Great little Mexican place with typical Mexican decor. Service was prompt and friendly. Decent…read moreportions to fill you up and a tasty margarita!

El Pollon is a restaurant chain that has locations in a few states. The restaurants specialize in…read more"Pollo a la Brasa," Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken that is said to be marinated with native Peruvian spices and cooked over charcoal. Please see my attached photos for the full menu in April 2026. Almost a year ago, my husband and I ate at the El Pollon in Carnegie and loved the flavor of the half chicken with fried rice and plantains. As a result, when this restaurant in Castle Shannon opened, I felt excited to try it. When we arrived, two employees greeted us and seated us in a booth. My husband and I immediately noticed an *ant* crawling on his utensils! Nonetheless, we ordered foods and a soda, and the waitress politely and promptly served us. Here are my ratings for what we ate: 1/2 Chicken White Meat - 3 stars - The meat was juicy and tender, but it tasted plain and NOT like Peruvian chicken that we have previously eaten. We again chose sides of fried rice and plantains, and they tasted OK. Tallarín a la Huancaina w/Lomo - 3 stars - This was spaghetti noodles with beef and vegetables. It tasted OK. Chicken Empanada - 3 stars - We received three large empanadas, and they tasted OK. We did not feel like eating the foods, so we threw most away. The total price was $48 plus tax and tip.

We ordered take out last week and had a great experience! The food was hot and fresh still when we…read moregot home and the flavors were immaculate! It didn't take long at all, which was great for a hungry pregnant lady. The prices seem high until you realize one meal serves 4 people!