I was pleasantly surprised by my recent visit to this restaurant. While the sampler was a bit heavy…read moreon the fried items, the overall experience was quite enjoyable. The standout for me was the shawarma itself - the meat was incredibly flavorful and well-seasoned. I could have easily made a meal just out of the delicious shawarma. The tacos were also a highlight. The combination of the tender meat and the restaurant's amazing green and garlic sauces made for an absolutely delicious dish. Even though the restaurant was empty when we arrived, our server, who had limited English proficiency, was still attentive and provided good service. The language barrier did not inhibit our experience at all. The only downside was the sampler platter, which was very fried and heavy. I wouldn't order that particular item again. But it won't stop me from returning to try some of the other menu offerings, as I'm confident they will be just as tasty as the shawarma and tacos. Overall, I had a wonderful meal and I look forward to coming back to explore more of what this restaurant has to offer. The shawarma and tacos alone are worth a visit.

I had such an incredible meal here. I went for lunch and the wait staff was so sweet and attentive…read moreto our group. I would highly recommend the mango drink, I don't remember exactly what it was called but it was so refreshing. I also thoroughly enjoyed the taco trio with the steak because it was chocked full of so much steak.

Had a great experience at Jaztro today while visiting Orlando. The chef was very friendly and…read morehelpful as we looked over the food menu cards. I ordered the fried snapper with arroz con gandules and sweet plantain. My husband ordered the pork chops. When I say delicious I absolutely mean that! Our hotel was 30 minutes away and I ate every bit of my meal on the ride. The fish was fried and seasoned to perfection and the rice had a great flavor...and I dont usually eat rice. I also got the passionfruit juice and the coquito bread pudding! They were both divine! My husband said his pork chops were moist and seasoned well and he really enjoyed his meal. Will definitely visit again. The fish meal was $40 so a bit pricey to me but the meal was very tasty and filling so I wont complain. Will pay for a solid meal.

I came in here for my brother in law's birthday celebration. The restaurant is really small but…read morevery cute and what it lacks on size, it gains in service. Service was amazing! The food was stupendous! The chef/owner was great. He made sure our food was made to perfection. He even baked the triple chocolate birthday cake, which was wow!

So I should say upfront, I am not sure this is the correct location that I was at or not. It is a…read morechain though, so I am sure differences are extremely slim. I was visiting Orlando and I have a lot of friends and family here. My niece took us here for lunch with high praises of the place. I was excited since I haven't eaten good Dominican outside of the few dishes I've learned how to make over the years. We arrived and immediately began to order. There were a lot of us so I will only review what I ate. I ordered a small sancocho to start. It was ok, but was seriously devoid of seasoning. From the start you could tell they were playing it safe with the flavors. Trying to appease as many tongues as they could. I hadn't had sancocho in a very long time, so I was seriously disappointed. For my main course I ordered the monfongo with pernil. Where the sancocho lacked flavor the monfongo and pernil over reached. It was crazy salty. Like way too salty. I could only get through a few spoonfuls before I called it quits. I then turned to some of my wife's rice and beans and was right back to flavorless. About the only thing that tasted even was the chicharon de pollo. But even that was lack luster. It's always hard to find a good Dominican food restaurant. I will keep searching but till then I guess I will just continue to hone my skills at cooking it at home. The atmosphere itself was good. Sort of a mid-stage afternoon spot. Nice, clean, nothing too trendy or new. Just an average spot. If you have never had Dominican food this may be the spot for you. Something safe so you aren't over whelmed by flavors. If you grew up on it like me, I feel you will be disappointed.

I ordered via delivery service. The food arrived packaged well in individual containers. I ordered…read morethe Fried Whole Snapper with Trifongo, Yellow Rice and Salad. Everything tasted good. The Salad was fresh and the rest was flavorful.

Wow I just confirmed that Pio Pio is one of my favorite restaurants ever not just in Florida. I…read morestarted with a beef empanada then I had the Snapper filled with a side of tomato yuca, salad and plantains. Here is the breakdown: Beef empanada: 10/10 Yuca with red sauce: 10/10 Snapper filet: 10/10 Salad: 10/10 Plantains: 8/10 And then come dessert, just when you think you have no room, my stomach gladly pushed some organs aside and let me indulge. Best flan EVER! Thanks to Danny for the attentive service. He is the best!

I requested a garlic sauce, sometimes referred to as mojo sauce. I described it as a tangy garlic…read moresauce with a lighter, more liquid consistency. What was brought to the table appeared to be sautéed onions with garlic. I politely explained that this wasn't what I was expecting and that I had anticipated a sauce with a thinner consistency. At that point, the server's tone became noticeably confrontational and he insisted that what had been served was the sauce I was describing. The interaction became uncomfortable, and the server continued to give us what felt like dirty looks for the remainder of our visit. The situation left us feeling unwelcome and ultimately made us want to leave. I've included a photo so others can decide for themselves whether what was served matches the description of a garlic/mojo sauce.

Stopped by for lunch. Place was clean, service was kind and polite, food was fresh and portions…read morewere plentiful. But the flavor of the food was very basic and institutional -- like a school lunch or hospital meal. And that would be alright if lunch was a $10 deal, but my lunch total was $20 for Meh. However the portion was enough for 2 people or meals. It's your call.

Food had great flavor and was really good. Tue place was clean and the service was good and…read morefriendly. I would recommend.

The food is bussin. We had catering from here and I was very impressed. The carne asada is…read moreamazing and the al pastor is delicious. Habanero salsa was perfectly spiced. No complaints. Straight fire.

This little market looks pretty scary from the outside, and upon entering things don't seem much…read morebetter, with decades old merchandise in the front case. But make your way to the back and you'll find an excellent (and popular) little taqueria. There are a large number of prepared items available cafeteria style for lunch, but I prefer to order something made to order. My favorite is the Tortas Pastor, a generous sandwich filled with a slightly spicy marinated pork, plus fresh avocado, tomato and lettuce. The tacos are also excellent, with fresh corn tortillas and cilantro. Refrigerated cases hold a large selection of soft drinks from Mexico. You can also pick up groceries that are hard to find elsewhere. You pay for everything on your way out.

I've been coming to Super Rico for YEARS now after a friend of mine introduced me to them one night…read moreafter a night of bar-hopping (back when night life in DTO was a vibe pre-pandemic). The food has always been GREAT. The service and staff have always been great. They are not overly priced and they offer a good amount of food for what it is you are paying for. Flavor profiles are great. I am creature of habit, so I get my usuals when I order here. Among those usuals include the yuca fries, beef empanadas, guava and cheese empanada (when I want something sweet), the plantains, the tostadas, and I also enjoy their bowls. I've never had their burgers or some of their other platters, but I know those that have and they have yet to be disappointed. Being that Super Rico is located on the ground level of the parking garage my job uses, it is a restaurant I frequent. They are pretty quaint inside with limited seating, but they do have a good amount of outdoor seating with covered umbrellas. So, as long as the summer rain isn't too heavy, it is usually quite nice sitting outside to eat. They will also set up screens outdoors when there are major games, like they did for the World Cup. So, if you're ever looking for a spot to watch sports, they definitely do accommodate.

This place has been on my go-to list for a while, finally made it yesterday night with a friend…read more The place itself is really easy to miss if you're not paying attending, it is attached to the parking structure on Central. Being part of the parking structure doesn't mean that they validate your parking. If you can find street parking, definitely do that instead. I had the churassco med-well. It came with two sides, I had the tostones and salad. It was alright, but I definitely had better. I ordered it to eat it there and they put all the sauces in to-go containers, which was weird. The sauces were in such tiny containers, you definitely would need more. My friend got the mushroom arepa and a side of the sweet plantains that she really enjoyed. Service was good. The girl taking our order was super nice and polite. It was more like one step up from fast/food and self-served. You order at the counter and they give you a number for your table and they bring out the food to the table and you clean up after yourself.

When we were at universal and wanted Mexican food this place came up. let's say the atmosphere set…read morethe stage. place smelt amazing. we ordered drinks, apps, dinner and dessert. all of which were amazing. The watermelon margarita (sorry I can't remember the name for it) is the best margarita I've had. The mango margarita was great too if you like a smoky flavor. Brenda took great care of us and gave great recommendation. the shrimp ceviche, tortilla soup, fajitas and kids chicken quesadillas were phenomena. one honorable mention is the ceviche was hands down the best I've had and I've had a lot of it. the guacamole was fantastic as well. for desert we got the chocolate cake and tres leches. Needless to say we were stuffed. we already have a date planned for here when we come in September from Texas.

My server was amazing and the drinks to die for.. I did wait…read morea long time to be seated, but it was my first time visiting and with a big party! The wait was worth it! Mushrooms al pastor and A Night in Tulum, That's all!

Came to The Escobar Kitchen to celebrate a friend's birthday, and from the moment we arrived, the…read morestaff was just as excited to celebrate with us. The ambiance and the warmth of the staff took me back to the Caribbean--it definitely felt like home. Their menu features a Latin-Asian fusion, and I loved every second of it. We started with the Krab Salad. It was incredibly fresh, topped with avocado, and the perfect way to open my appetite for a sushi night. Next were the Pork Fried Gyoza, served with a sticky, glossy sauce that has just the right amount of kick. They were so good, you won't be able to put your chopsticks down. The Escobar Roll combines shrimp tempura and churrasco--the best of both worlds. It's topped with sweet plantains, chimichurri sauce, eel sauce, and spicy mayo. I had my doubts about all those flavors working together, but I have no idea how they perfected that combination--they absolutely did. The Mar y Tierra Roll was recommended by our waiter, and I highly recommend ordering it in tempura. It gives the roll a completely different texture, and it's absolutely amazing. The Pollo Loco Roll is topped with sweet plantains and teriyaki sauce. It's simple, yet packed with flavor. We finished it all off with a crème brûlée. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I'd be enjoying one at a sushi restaurant, but it was the perfect ending to an incredible meal. If you're looking for creative sushi, unique Latin-inspired flavors, outstanding service, and an atmosphere that makes you feel like family, The Escobar Kitchen is definitely worth the visit.

One of Orlando's hidden gems! I love the food here a lot! I tried the passion fruit sangria for the…read morefirst time and I was impressed. This will be my go to drink Everytime I go. Food is 10/10 and the restaurant is nice and cozy! Great for brunch and date night