We've driven by Empanada Company numerous times and are so glad we finally stopped in! We grabbed a…read morecouple of glasses of wine and a mix of empanadas - beef, chicken, sweet potato & black bean, and spinach & cheese. They were all served piping hot, fresh, and delicious! The chimichurra sauce really bumped them to the next level, too. Overall, the beef was our favorite, and we loved that they had so many different options, including vegetarian and vegan ones. There's a small seating area inside, as well as a cute outdoor area. We were the only table sitting inside for lunch, but they had a steady stream of takeout/pick-up orders. The workers were so friendly and appreciative that we stopped in!

We were greeted immediately, identified as first time customers, and told about the menu & what…read morethey offered. Super friendly! The restaurant is very tiny (5 tables of 2 or so), but really beautiful. The empanadas are delicious. We had all the meat empanadas & the spinach & cheese. All were delicious. I'd say 4-5 empanadas (depending on how hungry you are) would work fir s meal. We didn't know that at first and we're there close to when they closed. Next time, we'll know. I loved the sticker labels telling you what empanada was what. Cute little cartoon characters that added a fun extra touch. No sauces were needed really except for the beef empanada. Most of them include cheese or sauce that was plenty. Eating there, there were no intensely ld. Which is fine for eating (you can pick up an empanada, but it didn't work well with the garlic or chimichurri sauce. I highly recommend trying the empanadas whether you eat there or get them to go.

Gaucho has some of the most flavorful meats in Pittsburgh. We started off with the Chori-Pollo…read moreempanadas- absolutely delicious! I had the Argentino salad adding the bondiola (pork shoulder) - the flavors burst in my mouth from this salad and the pork was sooo tender! My colleague had the carne sandwich with the Vacio steak - so much tender stacked meat he was in heaven lol.. of course the 4 chimmi's topped everything we ate.. Lastly, Our server/bartender Molly is fantastic! She's always in a great mood and is very knowledgeable with the cuisine! She really makes your time there enjoyable! Can't wait to go back for the rooftop patio/bar!

Steakhouse with well cooked steaks & a few other options as well…read more The place feels like a higher-end Texas roadhouse Charcuterie app was nothing special, nor was anything I tried other than the steak The steak is served with 3 different dipping sauces, none of which I thought were amazing

Fantastic food and extremely kind and awesome staff! If you're in Pittsburgh, it's 100 percent…read moreworth a stop in

A quick, delicious gluten free lunch!! Stopped on our way to…read morehotel & grabbed some empanadas for lunch Ordering was quick, we found a table & they quickly brought us our food The empanadas were HOT, crispy and the flavor was so intense - I wanted to try all the flavors because they were so good but I held off until next time!

Thanks to Bill Cole and the staff for making our Mother's Day celebration at Balvanera so…read morewonderful. The food and service were excellent!

Always an amazing time at Balvanera!! We went recently as a larger group for a birthday. They are…read moreincredibly accommodating, kind and quick with service. Every time I visit the food is incredible!! Notable favorite are the octopus, empanadas and that CHICKENNN is literally one of the most amazing things I have ever eaten in my life!!! Espresso martinis are one of my favorite in all of Pittsburgh as well. Overall a truly incredible spot and one of my favorites in Pittsburgh for a nice occasion or celebration

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.

The Colombian Spot is a local restaurant and bar that serves Colombian foods and drinks. Years ago…read moreI greatly enjoyed eating at their location in the Oakland neighborhood, so I felt excited to try this location in the South Side. The menu listed bowls, salads, empanadas, burritos, arepas, signature dishes (e.g., beef, chicken, and seafoods), sides (e.g., yuca fries and black beans), desserts, alcoholic beverages, and juices. Most menu items were gluten-free. Many menu items contained meats, but a good number were vegetarian. I purchased empanadas in the chicken and vegetarian flavors. A server promptly brought them out to me. The fried dough was crispy. The chicken empanada was also filled with potatoes, tomatoes, and onions. The vegetarian empanada was filled with spinach, black beans, and white rice. They tasted pretty good. Each one cost about $3.

We came in for the Monday Night Football Steelers Playoff Game as we wanted Nachos, for the team!…read more :) The Nachos did not disappoint. In fact these are my favorite Nachos of all time. They are amazing! The kitchen staff, Adam, Joe Joe, and Declan nailed them. Before the Nachos we had the new Corn Chowder and it too was fabulous. And the draft list is great for those that want a craft beer. We had Bells Hazy Hearted IPA for $7 each and they were tasty with the Nachos! And I would be remiss if I didn't mention the great service from our server Natasha! Very friendly, knowledgeable and efficient! It was a perfect time. Keep it up Mad Mex!

My husband and I really like the wing-o tacos at mad mex. And today we got the holiday birria…read moreburrito special which had beef birria, mashed potatoes, corn, black beans and gravy smothered over it. It was very good but we wish the ingredients were mixed together more inside the burrito. The wing-o tacos are always a great choice with boneless wings and the San Francisco sauce. I typically get a side salad instead of waffle fries with the cilantro lime vinaigrette which is amazing. Tonight I tried the birria tacos and I wasn't a fan. The taco shells were soaked in grease which maybe is how birria tacos are supposed to be but I felt it was overly greasy and also didn't have much flavor. I wouldn't order them again. The other downside is that we've had pretty bad luck with mad mex takeout. The last time I got boneless wings takeout they were very small (not worth the money) and lacking sauce. We only eat dine in now.

4.5 stars overall. Pabellon is a casual restaurant that serves Venezuelan and Mexican foods for…read morelunch, dinner, and catering for dining in, takeout, and delivery. The menu lists appetizers (e.g., tequenos, tostones, yucca, and tortilla chips with dips), Venezuelan arepas (gluten-free cornmeal cakes filled with meats, cheese, or vegetables), Venezuelan empanadas (gluten-free cornmeal filled with meats, cheese, black beans, or plantains), Venezuelan mains (gluten-free criollo, cachapa, and patacones), Mexican tacos, Mexican burritos, Mexican enchiladas, non-alcoholic beverages, desserts (e.g., flan and churros), and more. Venezuelan cuisine is a blend of indigenous, Spanish, and African influences, and most of it is naturally gluten-free. In addition, several vegetarian options are available, and some menu items can be customized to be vegan. Since 2021, my husband and I have eaten here off and on, and all of our meals have been excellent. The employees promptly and courteously serve us. Here are my ratings for the menu items that we ate: Tortilla chips with queso and guacamole - 4.5 stars - The tortilla chips had a good flavor. The queso tasted extremely cheesy. The guacamole was very freshly made. Beef empanada - 4.5 stars - The fried-dough exterior was perfectly crispy, and the beef filling was savory. I particularly enjoyed the green sauce on the side. Seafood empanada - 3.5 stars - This fried cornmeal pastry was filled with tilapia, shrimp, and vegetables. It was a large size, and the flavors were alright. Pabellon empanada - 4.5 stars - This fried cornmeal pastry contained black beans, white cheese, shredded beef, and sweet plantains. My husband ate it and said that he really liked it. Llanera chicken arepa - 5 stars - This arepa is my husband's favorite go-to. It was a very large size, and it was stuffed with much chicken, lettuce, tomato (although my husband does not like tomato), cheese, and guacamole. My husband commented that the combination of flavors was delicious. On the side was guasacaca, a tangy Venezuelan sauce that is made from avocados, green peppers, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and mayonnaise. Chicken quesadilla - 4 stars - A flour tortilla was filled with shredded chicken, cheese, onions, and peppers. The ingredients were very fresh, but the quesadilla tasted slightly plain even with the sides of guacamole and sour cream, so I dipped it in queso. Veggie quesadilla - 5 stars - A flour tortilla was stuffed with yellow cheese, green peppers, and onions. On the side were pico de gallo, lettuce, guacamole, and sour cream. I really liked the gooey cheese and the flavors of the vegetables. Soft tacos - 4.5 stars - My husband ate these tacos. One was filled with chicken, and the other was filled with pork. He seemed to enjoy them. Plantains - 5 stars - These fried plantains tasted very sweet, and they were topped with some cheese. The serving size was generous. Tres leches cake - 5 stars - A large slice of cake was soaked in three milks and topped with whipped cream and cinnamon. I really enjoyed the taste of the sweet cake and the spicy cinnamon.

We stopped in on a Sunday afternoon and were happily greeted by an employee at the counter. We…read moredecided to order food to go - two arepas and some churros. The gentleman at the counter offered some suggestions as we looked at the menu. He even let us sample some of the fresh juices! The restaurant is bright and welcoming with plenty of windows and seating. The special churro station off to the right instantly got my mouth watering. I had to try them! The arepas looked and smelled so good we couldn't wait to dig in, so we ate in the car. The arepa was crispy but fluffy. It was packed with fillings and flavor. Even after eating we could still taste the flavors which only made us want more!! The churros were also delicious. We can't wait to return and try more!

I came here one day after passing it several times to get a snack after my workout. The girl behind…read morethe counter was friendly and knowledgeable of the menu to help me decide what I would like. I believe I got the conchito a ham and cheese pocket sandwich. The bread was so good a little bit sweet which I liked. I asked them to warm it up for me and she did but I will say it wasn't all the way warmed through so if you have time, just take it to your house to warm it, but I t was not cold by any means. I wanted to get more, but I had just left the gym and didn't want to do too much. The decor is so bright and colorful with ample seating, even though the place was not that big They use scrabble pieces as descriptions for their items they even do a giveaway using Scrabble if you can guess what the item of the day is. There are also different items per purchase from other countries from food to knickknacks. I would definitely suggest checking it out.

Had a great lunch at Tu y Yo Cafe today. The restaurant is welcoming and has lots of interesting…read moreitems to browse and to admire. The food was excellent and the service was great. I'll definitely be back to try some more items from the menu .