Oh, I can't believe I didn't leave a review for the spot, even though I've been a few times though!…read moreIt's been a while, but man are they delicious. I would describe them as a combination of classic and elevated Latin food. The vibe of the restaurant is very casual, but the presentation of many of the dishes takes it to another level. They also have a wide selection of beer and wine. I have had tacos, octopus, breakfast tacos, and tamales. Everything was flavorful and quite tasty. I will admit service was a little slow the last time I went, but given the weather and the fact that we weren't in a rush it wasn't a big deal. If you haven't been yet, you should go. The colorful presentation reminds me of Palette 22, and rumor has it they are expanding to the Ethiopian restaurant that closed next door. I hope that's true!

Nice ambiance and good brunch menu offerings. I didn't know that they only offered brunch during…read morethe weekend so I was a little disappointed as I wanted to try something more complex but we enjoyed what we ate. Could work on those fried plantains as they were a little soggy. The quinoa salad was good, a bigger portion would have been nice for the price paid and maybe if it would be easier to eat if served in a bowl. The chorizo sandwich was okay. Presentation and bread could be better. We left curious about their regular menu so we may give it a try some other time. Their staff were nice but not very knowledgeable about their menu items. They didn't really know how to answer my question about their vegan tres leches and told me it was not actually vegan after indicating it had condensed milk and heavy cream.

Went to lunch today around 11:45. Restaurant was empty but filled up by the time I left at 1. I…read moreordered some guacamole to start and the yuca rellenas as my meal. HIGH praise for both dishes! The guacamole was chunky and delightfully lime-y; well worth $9. The yuca rellenas were very tasty and filling. Lots of chicken and the marinated tomato and onion paired really well. Service was attentive and the only reason I can't give 5 stars is because the chairs are hard wood with no padding which can be painful for some people (me...I mean me). Will return!

I had the Ceviche and it was tasty and refreshing especially with all the hot weather - everything…read moreis well prepared and the pickled red onions just brings the dish together with great flavor - live the service, live the food and the ambience is that of a hole in the wall and these days people are looking for a fem off the beaten path.

I have been eating here since the 2000s and it is still my favorite place to get Peruvian chicken…read more Juicy flavorful chicken every time. Fast service and good food. Every. Time. And you get so much food in a meal. Fast delivery too! I don't even think I need to review this place because everyone else agrees. I'm just here to spread my love for this place and everyone that works there.

I love El Pollo Rico. They definitely live up to their name! Better than the known chains like…read moreSardis and Crispy Juicy. Everything is cooked to perfection. I love yucca fries. The make it crispy and that yellow sauce! Buy extras!! Normally I opt for dark meat but the white meat is extra juicy and tender!! The tortillas are heavenly delicious. I dont like plantains.. I never like the texture, but I do love tostones .. Definitely recommend. Service is great too!! I wish they had locations closer to my house.

Lovely spot to try out authentic Colombian food! Fast, kind service from great staff and great…read morecuisine :)

I am so glad that the other bar I was planning on visiting was closed for a private event, because…read moreI probably would not have stumbled upon this wonderful bar/restaurant. The restaurant is located on the second floor of a "random" building, so it might be a bit difficult to find unless you are in the know. Although there were not many folks during my visit, the restaurant gives off a very strong Colombian flare. I originally stopped by to get a drink, but I ended up trying the caserito, which was sort of a combo meal. This meal included a delicious soup, a beer filet, beans, rice, and a small salad. It was quite the meal for only $14 bucks. I do not remember the name of the bean-based soup, but it was out of this world delicious. For $14 bucks, I thought the portions were quite generous. The service was pretty good. Since the bartender/waitress did not speak much English, dining here gave me the perfect opportunity to practice my Spanish. I definitely hope to return in the near future to try more items off of the menu and maaaaybe sing karaoke.

These people really know what they are doing! The whole staff is very welcoming and happy to have…read moreyou be there. Maria is a great cook and made sure you are treated right and your food is cooked to exactly how you like it. The ambiance of the restaurant is also one that stands out with the music and the TVs making you feel at home. Would recommend to everyone in the area as these people really seem to care about making you happy.

Dropped in one afternoon for a late lunch. Ordered lomo saltado, which were decently made and…read moreportioned, but nothing special. Service is fine. Overall nothing special, the high ratings are honestly a little baffling. Whatever you do, do not sit outside where the swarm of mosquitos will suck you dry.

I decided to order carry out from here & in all my 20 years of living in the DMV I did not know…read moreabout this hidden gem in Wheaton. I walked in and it felt like I was back at my grandma's house in El Salvador, I'm talking about the colorful decor on the walls, the charamuscas in the cooler at the front, Salvadoran chips, I mean it was giving Latino vibes for sure. Moving on to the food, I ordered a pan con pollo and boy I tell you their portions are generous, because it truly is. I had to cut the chicken with the knife because of how much they packed it! Beets, coleslaw, pickled onions, hardboiled egg, and the leafy greens are all included. I also got a Hisbiscus drink (jugo de Jamaica) and it was so refreshingly good.

We always enjoy the delicious pupusas hot sauce, and cabbage salad…read more Great choice if you're looking for a friendly family restaurant just outside the beltway.

This place is a hidden gem. We had dinner here on a Friday evening and were delighted by the…read moreexcellent service, welcoming atmosphere, and delicious food. I started with the guacamole and had the enchiladas for my main. Both were really tasty. My husband ordered from the vegan menu and was thrilled with his meal. It's rare to find genuinely delicious vegan options that aren't an afterthought. Honestly, the prices are incredibly reasonable compared to similar restaurants in Bethesda, Rockville, and DC. We would have easily paid double elsewhere for this quality. Not complaining though. We'll definitely be back.

We wound up here for a late lunch. While the server was great the food didn't live up to his…read moreeffort. Stale generic chips and a really dull salsa are free, and I was told the pupusas are great. But the chicken tostada I got was pretty terrible. You could tell they just used bagged lettuce like you get at the store over some rubbery, dry chicken. Two thick slices of avocado, tomato and cucumber come with it. None had much flavor.

I stopped by El Sabor Latino Bakery & Catering because another breakfast option fell through on an…read moreearly Saturday morning. I went with a breakfast sandwich and a cup of coffee. I forget the name of the sandwich, but it had eggs, chorizo, plantains, and something else that I cannot remember. Although I was a bit surprised the sandwich was around 8 bucks, I understood why when the sandwich came out because it was HUGE. Put it like this, the sandwich kept me full for a good 4-5 hours, so it definitely was worth the eight dollars. While waiting for my sandwich, curiosity got the best of me, and I ended up buying a few pastries for later. The sandwich, coffee, and four large pastries were about $16. Overall, I thought my sandwich was absolutely delicious...especially the bread/roll that it was served on/with. Like I said earlier, the sandwich was jammed packed with eggs, chorizo and plantains. Throughout the weekend, I tasted the pastries, and I thought all of the were pretty delicious. Unfortunately, I do not know which pastries I purchased because many were not labeled. To be honestly, I completely picked the pastries at random. One of the things that I enjoyed about the pastries: none of them were overly sweet. For me, they had just the right amount of sweetness, which might be considered bland for others. The bakery is kind of small, in terms of dining in, because it has about 2-3 small tables. However, the bakery seems more like a place to grab food (or pick up orders) and go. While eating, I was the only one who actually ate their food inside of the restaurant. I thought the two women behind the counter were exceptionally nice. Also, interacting with them gave me a chance to practice my Spanish. Overall, I thought this was a great random find, and I'm looking forward to returning and trying some more of their delicious pastries and other platos fuertes.

Tuesday 1/21/25 I…read morerandomly found out about this spot a few months ago while on TikTok. I heard A LOT of high praise for it, so now I'm trying it. The service experience was quite memorable and funny. There were differences in language barriers, but we still made it work out in the end. I was overwhelmed, to say the least, as I was completely new to the experience of a Spanish bakery, so I got suggestions from the workers, Yelp & Google, and what caught my eye. I ended up spending $43.20 total and got: Brazo gitanos $2.75, torta $3, pan de pina $1, steak egg and cheese sandwich $10.75, tipico platter $14, flan $5.50, pork & cheese pupusa $2.75, and chicken & cheese pupusa $3.50. Also, I was excited to try the tres leches, but they didn't have any at the time. - The brazo gitanos is like a pound cake with a cherry/strawberry swirl, and it was alright. - The torta was my favorite bakery item as it tasted the best, and was elevated further when I warmed it up. - The pan de pina is a Spanish pastry with pineapple "jam" in the center, and it was alright. - The steak egg and cheese sandwich was my favorite item. The Spanish bread paired well with the ingredients to create a great flavor with every bite. - The tipico platter was decent, but I wish I had gotten more portions of the chorizo because the portion I got was limited. One thing that makes it truly amazing is combining all of the platter items on their homemade tortillas to create a sensational taco of taste and flavor. - I'm not a fan of flan (it's alright), but theirs was pretty decent. - The pupusas (pork & cheese and chicken & cheese) were great, and they might just be the best pupusas I've had. Overall, I enjoyed my experience at El Sabor. I would recommend it and be open to returning (maybe next time they will have tres leches available).