I am from Colombia, and this is the nearest restaurant from my home and it's actually the only…read moreColombian restaurant in north Seattle. I always order the bandeja paisa or churrasco because it's one of the best plates. I've had the Ajiaco and tbh it taste nothing similar as real ajiaco. So if you want to come I highly recommend the ajiaco and the churrasco!! The service it's ok, not the best, but it's ok! Ambiance is really Colombian tho!

Went here for a birthday celebration for a friend who has traveled to Colombia several times in the…read morepast 3 years, and loves their cuisine. The other 3 members of my party all had Bandeja Paisa, which is apparently a most traditional Colombian dish. I wanted to change things up so I had the deep fried tilapia (Mojarra Frita). The fish was seasoned and cooked perfectly, moist and flaky, paired with coconut rice and a very fresh salad. I tried a sample of everything from the Bandeja Paisa, all of it was well executed. A few margaritas and a couple of mojitos helped liven up the celebration, and our server remained very attentive throughout the evening. I did notice that every other guest throughout the evening appeared to be of Colombian descent, always a sign that you have found the authentic version of the traditional food. Definitely a place that you should try.

I took a few Colombian friends to this place and we all really liked it…read more The food was super fresh and very tasty. The empanadas were really good and the fried fish was very good. Even the rice was really good. My friend had the picada and said it was very good. The owner was very friendly.

This is close to 4.5 star but I'm rounding up because I'm coming back to try other things…read more I never had Colombian food before so I was excited to try this place. It wasn't busy when I was there so I ordered pretty fast. Food: Cheese bread: 4/5 -- soft and fluffy, does have an aftertaste I'm not use to Tamal 5/5-- this was humongous and very flavorful. It was packed with various meats that was very tender. It also came with a bread to help balance the meal. Beef empanada 5/5 -- this was really good. These empanadas are different from what I'm used to as the outer shell is crispy. It was really good and the beef inside was super flavorful that I didn't need to dip it in any sauce. They were also pretty big. I think the food is made to order so you do have to wait 5-10 minutes. Overall I'm coming back because I want to try their other offerings

Been loving this place, since before the beginning! I've been good friends with the owner, for…read moreseveral decades now and I continue to go there several times a month, because their food and drinks an vibe are always that good!!! When you go, definitely start with a signature MOJITO or 2, chat up with neighboring tables or the staff, then order up an appetizer, like the Empanadas, Ceviche or Tostones, then one of their large entrees! Ohhh...how I love their Shredded Beef or Lechon! Once you're done with your meal and order another mojito, definitely check out their postres/desserts menu! While I'm partial to their FLAN, my next favorite is definitely their Tres Leches! This will round out your savory/sweet palate and will go home super full and happy! I promise! Hope you check them out! ¡Salud Amigos!

Neighborhood gem... warm environment through the wait staff... everyone works together to ensure…read moreeveryone is getting service. Main focus is on the regular clients. Met at the door with I'm assuming the owner. Ordered Millionaires Mojito- great drinks! Cerviche- nice dish Marinated steak dish- excellent flavor Roasted pork dish- tender dish ... ... no complaints

Ever since my boyfriend and I moved from NYC to Seattle, one of the things we've been yearning to…read moreencounter is hearty Colombian(him)/Ecuadorian(me) food. New York was crawling in delicious Southern American food. So we decided to go on an adventure to Tacoma and visit this establishment, and I'm so glad we did. Upon walking in, the space is decorated in Colombian flags, license plates, banners, and other miscellaneous decor. The tropicana radio station playing in the back made us feel like we were back in Manizales for a brief moment. We were greeted with kindness and curiosity as we exchanged cultural backgrounds. Foods that we ate: - Pandebono (Plain, with no guyaba): One of the many famous breads Colombia has to offer, the flavor was spot on. Savory and cheesy with a nice chew. It was more airy than I was anticipating, so a lot of empty pockets while eating it (it's usually denser), but still delicious nonetheless. If you like a sweet surprise, would recommend getting the pandebono with guyaba inside. - Buñuelo: Another great cheese bread in the shape of a sphere and fried. The inside was super soft and airy as well which is more on brand for this! Although not typically crunchy or hard, the shell did lack a bit of toughness that's normally expected. Again, did not take away from the enjoyable experience otherwise. - Bandeja Paísa: Nearly perfect, we were both so stunned. The chorizo and chicharron were AMAZING. The chicharron had the perfect amount of meat, more crunchy than chewy which is what we preferred. I don't know what blend the chorizo is made out of, but it was packed with flavor. The steak was a little tough but still delicious. Avocado, fried egg, the arepa, all complemented the dish well. I personally don't like maduros, but the one in this dish was not too sweet at all, delicious. The frijoles were also packed with flavor, giving the rice a wonderful flavor to soak up. We definitely need to come back and have their churrasco for sure. If you're Colombian in the Seattle area or are looking to try Colombian food for the first time, this is a must visit!!!

Some coworkers and I stopped in for lunch in a group of 8 on a weekday and the wonderful man behind…read morethe counter took great care in putting some tables together for us. The ambiance was vibrant with tasteful cultural music which I truly could not get enough of. The restaurant was clean, including the bathrooms and what you can see of the kitchen. Now for the food; I was not overly impressed. They seem to be popular for their empanadas but from my experience they were bland, cooked from frozen, and lacked that the booming flavor I was expecting for an authentic Colombian restaurant. Some of the entrees they make looked good but there were a few of those I wouldn't recommend either. I likely won't return but I'm excited I had the opportunity to see what they were about.

Great food! The Maracuya (Soursop) fruit juice was delicious! Great service, very friendly, she…read moremakes you feel at home and very welcome. Great Colombian Valentin music added to the hospitable atmosphere. Highly recommend it if you've ever been to Colombia, it's the closest thing to being there!

I've been here a few times now. Good people, good food. For first timers, you order at the counter…read moreand then grab a table. Last time we stopped in and had some fried plaintains, along with our usual yucca arepas. Mmmm. We also ordered a Venezuelan empanada, which was pretty delicious. All their salsas are good, but I totally dig their aji verde - it's so tasty, just the right blend of flavor and heat. The service has always been friendly, and I think the prices are fair for what you get. Also it's a cute little place, perfect to duck in off the busy street and grab a bite or three.

10/10 would recommend this place to anyone! It's a great Colombian experience in Tacoma. Best I've…read morehad since moving to Washington! The food is so delicious, the service is outstanding and the vibes were great! They were playing the best music

New name and new owners…read more La Sazon de mi Suegra Friendly staff. Food was good. Had the fried fish. The fish, plantains and salad were good. Nice music playing, but not super loud, which was appreciated.

TLDR: Food: 3/5 Okay…read morePrice: 3/5 $$ Service: 4/5 Ambiance: N/A, it's a food truck. We went because we were already in the parking lot and it smelled good, which is always a great sign. The two folks working were nice and knowledgeable. Sadly they were out of Arepas so my plan to start loudly singing songs from Encanto in my car while eating one was foiled, at least for today. We ordered quite a few menu items but noticed there were not prices listed which was a bit annoying. The cost for what we received was not a great value and only one of the items we ordered was worth the price. Perhaps if we try them again they will be not be out of arepas and we won't be as dissatisfied but chances are we won't as the price point does not match the flavor. The stuffed potatoes were good, but overall it was just under-seasoned and the fries were soggy in a "your fryer should be hotter" kind of way. Which makes sense because they inevitably fried all of it, one dish after the other. Generally, you could try it, and maybe if we had come earlier, it would have been better or if we had eaten there, in the little table area they had set up (which is covered so there is that at least), but I don't think so. I will say that in general, South American food is less spiced and salted than Mexican food, and so it is entirely possible it was supposed to taste the way it came and I am just not enough of a foodie purist to appreciate it. As it stands, I am sure that some of the flavors could be right for some folks and there is a certain homey flavor town that they visit, albeit not exceptionally well.

Would highly recommend this restaurant specifically for the bowls - good quality food at a…read morereasonable price. I would come back only for the bowls.

The food was delicious, seasoned well and cooked to perfection. I devoured mine in minutes! The…read moredrink was on point as well. I just came back from Chile, where I tried a pisco sour for the first time, and this one tasted just like the one I got in Valaparaiso. The reason my friend chose this place is the best part. She said the owner uses some of the proceeds to help feed people in the city who are food insecure. I love that. Makes every penny spent totally worth it. To top it off, the staff was wonderful. They were attentive and pleasant and made us feel at home.

We found our way to Mojito because they were in Seattle Met's best 50 restaurants list. Located in…read morethe Maple Leaf neighborhood across from the local park, Mojito is a Latin-inspired restaurant featuring flavors of Cuba, Caribbean, and Latin America. Luam Wersom, the owner, greets and waits on diners. The restaurant is charming and well-sized. Arriving early, we readily got a table. The food is flavorful, though I can't vouch for the authenticity. They offer two house-made hot sauce, one of which has habanero. The server said, "A little bit goes a long way." It has a kick but maybe 3.5-stars kind of spicy, toned-down spiciness for the American palate. Our server did a great job answering my questions. The Food: Arepa, with shredded beef, $7 - 4.5 Stars Menu: Venezuelan corn cake. Choice of ham and cheese, shredded beef, or pork These freshly made meat pockets are about 4" diameter, well-stuffed, and tastes great with the house hot sauces. Camarones Carmen Miranda (appetizer), $17.50 - 5 Stars Menu: Shrimp sautéed with grilled pineapple, mango, bell peppers and Cachaça, with tostones This appetizer version is my perfect dish - protein and produce. This reduced portion of the entrée size has 8 jumbo prawns! The flavors are savory, but also refreshing from the salad and fruits. The tostones are surprisingly filling. La Jefa, with chicken, $17.50 - 3.5 Stars With a choice of protein, this sandwich went home instead since the two small plates were well-sized. They use a Macrina bakery roll (nearby) to make these well-stuffed sandwiches. Though tasty, this dish didn't stand out as a Latin dish other than the tostones and mild guasacaca. Tierra Y Mar, $37 - 4 Stars This surf and turf dish is from the January specials menu -grilled octopus, NY strip steak, shrimps, with chimichurri sauce. The octopus is phenomenal - perfectly grilled, flavorful, and large. Next best are the two shrimps. The steak is grilled correctly but itself didn't have much flavor. The chimichurri sauce was lacking flavor, too. After dismissing my idea of pouring the light hot sauce on the steak, hubby did it and concluded the steak was much better. Lol.