This Latin food has been here sometimes in my bookmarks. Finally I have a chance to visit them. The restaurant is basically in the Spanish plaza. The plaza is kind of die on traffic. Such big plaza but not much of car in front of it. The restaurant has deli food and order in the menu. I would go for the menu order. We got the Bistec with grilled shrimp from the menu and my wife got the goat with yellow sauce from deli. Both dish is good. The added grilled shrimp is five count big size. The side also good. We have plantains, white rice and black bean, salad. The service is friendly. Price is affordable. It is a great place to get food. I hope the plaza owner make some modifications and attractions customers event. This will help the business. read more

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WHERE ARE YOU GUYS!!??? Please!! Help! Found out yesterday that you guys completely shut down. Did you move locations? Are we doing at home catering? Can visit you at home?? WE NEED YOU!! PLEASE COME BACK!!! read more

A random meeting in this strip mall brought our group to lunch at El Rincon Latino, and it didn't disappoint. It's served cafeteria style and portions are more than plentiful. There is a distinct lack of labeling, so picky eaters and those with allergies, beware. That said, everything I tasted was great. Some sort of pork was salty for my taste but still good, and the fried plantains, stewed yucca, and a tomato avocado salad (extremely generous with the avocado) were all great and seemed fresh. The line was extremely fast. I'm never really in this part of Tampa so I don't know if/when I'll be back but if I lived or worked in the area I could see myself being a regular. read more

I stopped in for lunch because I have been wanting to try this place for quite some time. The ambiance of the place was typical for a hole-in-the-wall restaurant in a strip mall. You know the vibe I'm talking about, the one that makes you question your lifes choices. Upon placing my order from the limited selection of food I realized that there was no way this cafeteria style served Latin food was going to be satisfying. I was pretty much on point with my assumptions, the food was what I consider to be acceptable because it was edible. I ordered roast pork and arroz con gandules and it was flavorless and bland. I'm quite certain it wasn't up to proper temperature either, so I imagine I ate some bacteria and may become closer friends with my toilet later. There are many Latin American restaurants in this area that are of much better value and quality. It is actually hard to find one that is worse in the area. Steer clear and you'll be living your best life. read more

El Rincon Latino - Bland Roasted Pork and arroz con gandules - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Tucked into a corner of a small strip mall, this little place is authentic and delicious. The prices are low and the atmosphere is festive, but not over the top. Looks they have entertainment on the weekends as well. read more

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I went here a couple of times before the renovation and the service was horrible and the food looked dry and old sitting in the hot pans so I never went back. My friend was in town and wanted to go so I gave it another try and I'm so glad I did.... They renovated the place and made it more contemporary. They updated their entire menu and added some amazing dishes. The place was immaculate including the bathroom and the service was great. The food was super fresh cooked to order and absolutely delish and perfect . If you're looking for authentic Dominican food, and restorable prices, you have to try it. I will definitely be back. read more

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The alcapurias were terrible! they were greasy and tasted like. it came from a box. They are not authentic at all. Will not eat there again . read more

El Rincon Latino - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Their website and pictures on the window are very deceiving. There was not a good variety of food, it all looked old, only eat the Sancocho cause we came from a long way and we're starving, and to be honest, it was the only thing that looked half decent. Will definitely not go back. read more

El Rincon Latino - Sancocho - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

We visited El Rincon Latino while visiting Tampa and I was severely disappointed. From the moment you step into this place, you get a sense of unsanitary practices from the cooking to the cleaning to the poor service at this place. Let me start off by saying their empanadas are probably the only thing I would eat again from this place so if you are lucky enough to eat here, just take my advice and order yourself 3 or 4 of these and call it a meal. Things I noticed. First, we sat down at this place when there was literally no one else inside. Then a few minutes later, a group of people walked in and they seemed to be very friendly with the staff as if they were family or close friends and of course we get put in the back burner. We ordered a Bandeja tipica ($14.99) and bistec salteado ($12.99) for entrees as well as a couple sides of rice and beans. I also ordered a Coke (came in a can) and 2 mango drinks and this cost $48 plus a left a little tip. IMO it is severely overpriced for what we ordered and I don't know why we charged $48 as I didn't even want to ask and get out of this place as soon as we could. I left about 90% of my entrée on my dish and asked to take it home but as soon as we left this place, I threw it in the trash right outside the restaurant. On top of that, my wife was sick the next day and we believe it was from this place so good luck to you if you find yourself here for lunch/ dinner. read more

El Rincon Latino - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Great food at a great price. Very reasonable prices and excellent services. Beer was ice cold and wife loved it.

I had never ever got a chimi in a mini bun. I order more than 1 chimi and they all came this small. Worst chimi spot ever dont buy chimi sandwhich or you gonna be upset. Never again going back, Every where else you get a hand size chimi this place horrible read more

El Rincon Latino - Look how small this chimi is. The size of my fingers length Horrible - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Great service and Amazing food. Something that's truly hard to find in Tampa. A huge variety of food to choose from. Great for in a pickup and go. Extremely happy read more

El Rincon Latino - Dominican Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Nice clean restaurant.Good Spanish food. Not busy. Menu and prepared food available.

How on earth can I be the first one to show this place some Yelp love?! Maybe because this small family-owned restaurant is hidden in an unassuming business park and it's really hard to see from the main road (Sheldon). Heck, I never would have known about this place if a friend hadn't told me about it two days ago. This is some legit home style Latin-American food (I think the owners are Dominican based on the flag in the logo). I had three different types of chicken and all of them were delicious! Flavor, moistness, texture...all on point for me. Don't expect fancy. Don't expect a newly decorated place. There is nothing modern or chain-like about it. Trendy would also not be a word I'd use to describe this place. They do however give you a lot of good food for the price they charge. I got a plate full of meat (didn't get sides since I'm trying low carb) and a Diet Coke for $5.80. That's insanely cheap in my book! You can get a lunch or diner option, meat + two sides, or go fully à la carte like me. Mix and match as you choose, like in a cafeteria. This is a perfect lunch spot for people who work in the area. read more

El Rincon Latino - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This place right here! The food is so delicious and fresh, even for being in a steam pan. I was totally WOW over this place. The service, eh... I had asked what a dish was and the lady was semi helpful. The food is the reason for the stars, not the service. Would absolutely go back if/when in the TPA area again. Instagram @planefoodies read more

First time visit. Morir sonando- 5 stars Chimi- 4stars Fríes chicken- 4 stars Pork- 3.5 stars The morir soñando transported me to El Conde or El Malecon in Dominican Republic. Is very-very good! The chimi is good too but is not 5 stars because bread and meat are not the same as in DR. It is hard to find those components in USA. If I never had chimi before I would have given it 5 stars. Fried chicken is savory, tasty, and flavorful. A tad dry for my taste but chicken breast are naturally dry. Pork was ok. I have had better. Nice texture but seasoning is different to what we use in Puerto Rico. I will come again and try other menu items. read more

What a Gem. The amount of food was plentiful, the price is right and most importantly it was delicious. I had the Mangu with the tres golpes and it reminded me of the restaurants back home. The mangu was soft and smooth even though it was later in the day (11:30a). The lemonade is homemade. I'm only here because my Partner is getting a haircut next door and I was starving waiting in the car. This was easily the best decision I've made all week. I'll be back for as many haircuts as I can. I'm excited to try their lunch and dinner menu. read more

We loved this place! The food was flavorful (note empty plates in photo). They were very accommodating. My breakfast sandwich came on Cuban bread. The meat and chicken were succulent and marinated very well. And can we talk coffee! I drink mine black. This place would shut all coffee spots down! Robust, rich and bold. Perfect morning pick me up. read more

El Rincon Latino - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

*Sigh* I really don't want to leave bad reviews because people are really just trying to survive this c19 fiasco. So with that Ill say this place has good customer service. The establishment itself is kinda sketchy and all the hot plates were pretty much empty when I got there. Maybe they were getting ready for the dinner crowd...? The gentleman behind the counter was really nice; kinda reminded me of my grandpa. Super nice man. I asked if they had chicken, they had just ran out of the oven roasted chicken but we're making fried chicken. I didn't wait long for it to come out from the back. In the meantime, I asked for some chinola juice (passion fruit). It's the typical juice you'd get from a Spanish spot, so that was good. I wish I could say the same for the food. So obviously, I got the fried chicken on the bone and mangú. The chicken was over fried and dry in the inside. It was lightly seasoned. The mangú was a bit runny for my taste. The best part of the meal were the onions. I think they could definitely do better cooking wise. Maybe the chef is the older gentleman and his taste buds are due for retirement? I don't know but I won't be back just cuz the spot down the street is wayyyyy better. I only stopped here because of time restraints. read more

El Rincon Latino - Looks better in pictures :/ - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Great food and friendly price is very good and they feed you like a family member. Good check them out great food and fresh all the time. read more

El Rincon Latino - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This place is awesome. Saw a live performer from South America, he was Latin Emmy. The food was amazing. The atmosphere was clean and interesting to look at. The service was like going home. They made us feel very welcomed. You should definitely try this place read more

If you're a Puerto Rican immigrant living in the Sunshine State,you might miss the taste the churrascos with tostones,garnered with chimchurri or maybe some mofongo. El Rincón is a home (almost) away from home that has you covered with the best meals from the Dominican Republic. From Bistec empanada and mofongos to churrasco and flanes de queso, you'll feel like your eating at abuela's place read more

El Rincon Latino - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Wow super good I had steak with tostones the steak was so juicy the onions were perfect, I will drive 1 and a half hour to come backdamn good read more

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Loved the chicken Mofongo. My hubby liked the Cuban Sandwich. We tried the empanadas. Too dry for my taste. Overall a good experience. read more

El Rincon Latino - Menus - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Literally sits in the corner of a strip mall. Place is very unassuming & I was very skeptical but I ordered my favorite dish of all time... MOFONGO! It was THE very best mofongo I've had in Tampa. The flan is homemade & oh so scrumptious! read more

El Rincon Latino - Mofongo has just the right amount of garlic & they are very generous with the chicharrón. - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The food was amazing! Even met the Chef Fausto. The food is authentic and deliciously seasoned and made. We had the bistec encebollado and churrasco-- wow! Let me not even say how incredible the rice and red beans (abichuelas) were!!! I will for sure come back. I was impressed also at how welcoming the waitress (coolest Venezuelan) was and not to mention the chef. Music was also great! read more

I have to say this is the BEST Hispanic food by far that I have been in Tampa Bay Area. Not only the food it's extraordinary, but the customer service is A+, sometimes the owner is in the restaurant and he makes you feel like you are home. Live music sometimes, clean tables and bathrooms and polite staff makes makes the experience in this restaurant amazing. I will definitely come back again and will recommend to friends and family. read more

Passed by the area and looked up Hispanic restaurants. This restaurant came up and recieved great service and Fausto was very nice and welcoming, food was yummy. Definitely will keep coming back read more

Bland overpriced crappy service just overall bad experience. Better off driving a mile down the road to El Tipico Criollo. Better quality better price and bigger portions read more

One of the best mofongos in Tampa. I love the fact that they were very generous with the chicharrón inside of the mofongo. It was well seasoned and NOT extra garlicky or drenched in oil like most of places in the area. I felt like I was back in DR when I was eating this and that speaks volumes oh and The live music and attentive waitresses are a bonus! Will be coming back for sure!! read more

I loved the mofongo! It is delicious. I eat here very often and the food tastes very good and I really recommend this place if you like the Dominican food. The staff is always friendly and nice. read more

This place is Amazing!!! I come all the way from Spring Hill, FL to get my Dominican food indulgence! Great service and good atmosphere! read more

El Rincon Latino - Amazing food and service! I come all the way from Spring Hill, FL to get my Dominican Food! - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The food is amazing. My husband and I are from NY so we've had great Dominican food, since we've moved to Tampa we had not had any. Taste like food from home. We'll definitely be coming back. read more

Cheap and authentic! Open late on weekdays in comparison to other local restaurants in the same area.

Are u guys looking for a new dominican American restaurant. Come to this one it got freindly employees and very nice chef. Ithis restaurant and thats wierd if me because i am very picky. What are u waiting for come to this restaurant today on 5537 sheldon rd suite Q. It got ice cold beer like miller lite and president beer and hieneken and qoors light i enjoy it. read more

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Wow! Stopped by for a quick lunch and was pleasantly surprised. The Pernil Asado was absolutely cooked to perfection. Juicy and tender, with a slab of cuedo on top. Husband ordered the Bacalou stew and kept smacking his lips. We ordered Tostones and Chucharon and were glad we did. They were both cooked to order -- perfection! Three of us ate like kings for $35. Stop by; you won't be disappointed! read more

Coming from NYC Washington Heights born and raised also being Dominican, It's very hard to find a decent Dominican restaurant in Tampa fl that serves great Dominican food, with huge portions, with decent prices estillo nueva york. The majority of the resturants in Tampa over charge and the portions are a joke for the amount they want to charge you I will not mention names on this reviews. If your from NY or DR then you know what I'm talking about. Anyway I had no idea this place was ten mins from my house my wife has been telling me that I needed to check this place for awhile now so I said ok let's check it out. First I never go to Spanish or Dominican resturants for looks you already know the mom and pop set up I can care less it's all about the food. I order Chicharon de pollo sin jueso which is boneless fried chicken chunks with Tostones which is green fried plantains and it came with a salad. My wife ordered a Chimi which is a Dominican burger with a side of Tostones . Guys the food was amazing my chicken was not dried at all and the Tostones were tasty as always with huge portions. I also had a bite of my wife's Chimi and it was delicious and huge. All and all the service was great, the food was amazing, and the price was good I ended up paying $21 plus tip for all of this food including drinks . Guys come check this place out if you want real Dominican food this is the place to go. Can't wait to come back and try the other menu items. Trust me you will not leave hungry. read more

El Rincon Latino - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The food is horrible, I order 2 chimis they bring me out a sandwich cut in half saying that in Santo Domingo that's the way they do the chimi! I said I'm Dominican and that's not a chimi y'all are lien to people taking their money charging them for something that's is not correct. They didn't respond back. Not a good Dominican Reastaurant doesn't represent us. read more

Food is excellent if you love DOMINICAN/PUERTO RICAN/CUBAN food! The cheff-owner picks his ingredients fresh every day at the farmers market and gets to cooking before sunrise! Large portions and tons of FLAVOR! Very Very affordable; should be charging double for what you get here! Pair your meals with Ice Cold Presidente beer... Choose from A La Carte menu, or if in a hurry pick from the variety in the spread behind the glass. I eat in this place 10 times a week to get my home cooking. I dine out a lot! Just spent $500 at Bern's last week, so I don't mind the price, very nice when you can chow down for under $7!!! read more

El Rincon Latino - People line up to take out their lunch every day... - Latin American Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Perfect REAL Dominican food. We ordered a variety of food items and everything was delicious and fresh! Super friendly service. I will go again and again! Perfect food. read more