Stopped in mid-morning and ordered a "Cachapa" - a thick, very sweet, cake made with fresh corn/masa. The half inch thick "torta" is sometimes as a thick pancake and often folded in half for serving. This one was a bit too thick to do that and, instead, covered the serving plate (see photo posted). This thick corn cake was fried to a crispy light golden brown crust with a moist and tender very sweet interior. It was topped with melted cheese (queso a mano) or white mozzarella. It also was covered with a fairly tender layer of barbecued beef plus slices of fresh avocado. Big serving - big flavor. Also grabbed a half dozen "Colombian" style empanadas (2 of each type: chicken, beef, or cheese.) Well cooked, slightly thick cornmeal crust and amply filled. These came with garlic-forward Colombian "Aji picante." Many more Latin dishes to explore on another visit. read more

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Michiladas, Ceviche tostadas and Barbados tacos. The absolutely best place for Mexican/Colombian food in all of Destin, Ft Walton beach and surrounding areas. I highly recommend if you love true Mexican and or Colombian food experience. A truly must stop by. read more

Fuego Cafe & Grill - Michelada - Latin American Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

One of my favorite spots in town. I ordered the Enchiladas Verdes platter and the Arepa Mamita, with chips and salsa. High quality cheese. Super good food and smoothies! The restaurant looks smaller from the outside, but it actually has plenty of tables inside and a mini bar at the front. Friendly staff, too. read more

Fuego Cafe & Grill - Arepa Mamita - Latin American Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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Delicious breakfast burrito! Great place right by the fire station! They also have a little shopping market. The service was fast and I enjoyed the patio seating. Their horchata is a must! read more

Watch out! Menu prices are not as shown here. Super Super expensive. Everything the size for a Barbie doll. Too bad! read more

Arepa is a type of food made of ground maize dough, originating from the northern region of South America in pre-Columbian times, and is notable in the cuisines of Colombia and Venezuela Yum! I had never had an arepa and I loved the one I got here! Lots of choices of protein, toppings and sauces. Big portion! Friendly service. I will definitely come back! read more

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Highly recommend the lunch, steak burrito. The food came out fast, the atmosphere was nice, and the employees were polite read more

I am pleased with the vegetarian and vegan options they currently have. I'll be even more pleased when they offer more vegan options, such as cheese and condiments. I love this little grill, and will be returning again and again. They have menu items you won't find anywhere else in this area. read more

I had the Nachos, so good! There are different sauces creating an amazing flavor profile that hits the flavor taste sweet salty spicy. And the portion is enough to feed a lumberjack. read more

Fuego Cafe & Grill - 1/2 the nachos I couldn't finish so much. - Latin American Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

I had the arepas, but they also had a large menu of tacos and Mexican dishes (which I didn't realize based on the menu pics here). Back to the arepas: filling, very fresh, with a cute little side dish (I got the plantains, yum). Affordable and fast, I'd definitely go back! read more

Good, fresh, authentic! Worth the trip! Service is excellent! Setting is clean, friendly and relaxed. read more

Like many others, I'm trying to support local businesses during these challenging times. I ordered delivery about a month ago and got takeout the next week. I'll definitely get takeout from here again, but not delivery. The food was very good both times. My favorite was the steak arepa. Holy crap! The flavor was very intense, but in a very good way. I don't remember what cheese or sauce I ordered, just that I'll be dreaming about it for a while. The fries that came with it were also very good, even though I ordered a different side. The chorizo taco and shredded beef taco were both really good and I'd happily order them again. I won't order the arepa mamita again unless I'm eating there. It had cooled too much to be enjoyable. This was not anyone's fault, it just doesn't travel well. The service is not as good as the food, but it was still OK. I was greeted when I walked in and my questions were answered. My only real issue with the service is that my delivery order was not correct and I was missing the sweet plantains I ordered. Since they are one of my favorite foods, that was quite disappointing. They were closed and I forgot to call about it later. read more

Great staff and was very happy with the few things I decided to grab on my lunch. Yummmmmmy

I was looking for something different than my usual. Their menu offerings looked great so I ordered online and just picked up my meal. SO DISAPPOINTED! Menu clearly pictures 6 barbacoa tacos for $15.00 I only received 3 tacos for that 15. Oh and the churro dessert for $4? 1 churro. No sauce like advertised. DO NOT RECOMMEND TOTAL RIP OFF read more

Fuego Cafe & Grill - Latin American Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

The chicken empanadas are a staple in the food I eat on a weekly basis now so moist and the sauce is incredible. Homemade horchata it's SO GOOD. Highly recommend. read more

The tres leches was so good I have been telling anyone that will listen. I'm headed there tonight actually to get Some more. read more

Got two Arepas, one shredded beef and one chicken. Both came with a choice of three cheeses, three toppings, and a sauce. On both we got queso fresco, tomatoes, onions, black beans, and the house (garlic) sauce. The arepas themselves were absolute on point and five stars. The fries were good but cold when served to us. The server at the counter was not very friendly and did not even give me an opportunity to get a receipt, which I don't like, as you always wonder if the total charged was accurate. I checked my credit card and it was, thankfully. So I give four stars for my visit. Would have given five if the service was a little friendlier and helpful. Maybe she was having a bad day. I liked the atmosphere and the music playing and encouraging messages on the wall. Also, they have Colombian coffee and juices, which you can only get there, that I would love to try in the future. read more

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I've eaten there three times now. It is an ABSOLUTE fave! Always fresh and authentic and different and perfect. I can't recommend it more!!! Homemade sauces, delicious dishes, and perfectly fresh! read more

Food is so good I've tried a few things on the menu I should of already did a review but anyways everything is well seasoned and prompt the only thing they didn't have was salsa verde they had other salsas I tried one that was green as well forget the name it was good really spicy but addicting lol it definitely opened up my nose read more

Fuego has become a Thursday tradition. The arepas are always great and you can substitute yuca fries for an up charge, def worth it! Perfect portion size and a clean, comfortable atmosphere. The Nutella flan is to die for, grab some to snack on later. read more

Fuego Cafe & Grill - el pastor arepa with plantain, black beans, guacamole and yucca fries - Latin American Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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This place hasn't disappointed me at all! I've been here twice and I always get the steak arepa! Their pastelillos is addicting!!! I highly recommend this place. read more

Fuego Cafe & Grill - Steak arepa and pastelillos - Latin American Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

My husband and I stopped in while driving around. We stopped in around 10am and they were able to make him some asada tacos. I got a breakfast burrito with chorizo, bacon, egg, lettuce and cheese with seasoned potatoes on the side. The food was made fast and tasted delicious! Will definitely be coming back! read more

Very disappointed by my last three visits since finding this place in Aug 2020. Normally our fries are hot. This is the second time where the fries have been sitting and warmed when ready to order. The shrimp tacos used to have a tasty green sauce but now they are just plain & unseasoned. Everything used to be perfect but I can not risk being let down and wasting my money anymore. read more

Stopped in to check out their breakfast menu, didnt realize breakfast ended at 10, (got there about 11). Their staff was super nice and let me see the breakfast menu. Ended up ordering one of each of the empanadas (beef, chicken and cheese). I wish I had taken a picture, but they were honestly so good that they were gone before I even thought to do so. Also ordered a passion fruit juice and it was delicious. Will definitely be going back to try the rest of their menu. read more

Fuego Cafe & Grill - Latin American Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Don't come here if you have any amount of time crunch 2 sat down before I ordered and it took 45 mins for a sandwich

Food was delicious, I door dashed and still enjoyed my meal as if I was actually in the restaurant.

I used to really love this place. (As seen in my old review) but somewhere along the line, they changed their recipes and menu. More than likely to appeal to the *population* However, once that happened, the quality and flavor went downhill fast. There's still a few gems on the menu, but I really don't want to wade through everything else to find them. read more

First time at this fairly new local spot for Latin food. I wasn't certain what an arepa was but the picture looked yummy and it is. I like that you can customize with various meat, cheese, toppings and sauce. You could order this many times for a different flavor experience. The arepa shell is crispy yet tender. As if cornbread and a yeast roll had a baby! I plan to return and sample the other menu items. It's clean and tables are appropriately distanced. A place you feel comfortable patronizing. Recommend you give it a try. read more

The staff was so extremely friendly and answered all our questions about the food and drinks. Everything was hot, fresh, and delicious. We loved it. The only thing I can really say that's critical is that portions are small, so order a lot (I didn't know, but I will for next time. For example, the tacos and empanadas are small and I would probably order three for myself next time, or at least two and an order of fries). Everything is inexpensive also. It doesn't look fancy inside but it was clean which is what matters. So happy we found this hidden gem!! read more

I have to say, I'm very confused on the good reviews for this place. Three of us came and ate here and threw half our food away. It was terrible. There was absolutely no taste unless I soaked everything in lime. The ice machine didn't even have any ice. The service left a lot to be desired. Just acted like they didn't care. Need to learn to cook and maybe actually flavor the food. Go somewhere else. This place certainly isn't worth the money. read more

This was my first and last time ever eaten here I went with my daughter and her boyfriend and the food was nasty I don't know who in the heck cook s there but they do not know how to cook there's no seasoning in the food whatsoever it's very bland no taste and the owner or the manager tells me that it's not her problem I didn't enjoy the food that's no way to treat customers I did get a refund before I spoke with her and then they wanted to charge my credit card back with my refund this is not a good business and I will refuse to go back and anybody that's reading this doesn't ever need to go in there and use a debit card or credit card because you will be charged for things that they shouldn't be charging you for and the owner or the manager is very uncaring so my advice don't go here read more

I don't get the good reviews. Our food was terrible and our takeout order was incomplete. The meat in our tacos was hard and dry. Most of it went in the trash. read more

Amazing food and super friendly staff. I have a a few different items on their menu and have loved it all. Food is pack full of great flavors and the menu items are priced fairly. If you haven't tried, you are definitely missing out. read more

The vegetarian style arepa is amazing! The vegan burger is delicious. 10/10 recommend this restaurant! Even during a pandemic they're still making delicious food, they have great customer service and they even work with different companies that deliver like door dash, waitr, etc. read more

Fuego Cafe & Grill - Vegan burger! - Latin American Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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Wow, this place is mouthwateringly delicious!! We tried a little bit of everything, and we were impressed with it all! The steak arepas are crave worthy and you can get them any way you want them. Spring the .75¢ for the guacamole, you'll be glad you did. Our kids loved the smoothie and it didn't break the bank! read more

I went searching for a barber.. the aromas enticed me into their restaurant.. I thoroughly enjoyed a Chorizo taco, Cheese empanada, Jucca fries .. I despised the last bite.. but quickly remembered it opens tomorrow.. at 6AM .. new adventures for breakfast!!! #QueRiiiiiiiico .. as my wife would say read more

Since this pandemic started, we've tried supporting local, small places and we haven't been impressed by much. Tonight we decided to try this place for taco Tuesday and holy cow SO GOOD! We got: burrito, quesadilla, chorizo taco, al pastor taco, and yucca fries. We had originally ordered the pastelillos as well, but unfortunately they were out. The tacos are traditional street tacos and we're prepared perfectly. Everything was great, fresh, and still hot when it got delivered. We will definitely be returning! read more

Colombian smoothies here are amazing, I have not been able to find them anywhere else

Amazing!!!!! You must come here, now!!!! Tacos are awesome sauce and the Horchata is great!!!! Seriously this place is great!!!

My husband and I were here today. What a treat!!! The staff was friendly and helpful with making our choices. I got the El Pastor which can be personalized with your favorite add-ons. My husband got the hamburger. ..which is not just your run of the mill burger!! Both came with outstanding fries, seasoned to perfection. For dessert we shared a flan....to die for!! This restaurant is very , very good. There are plenty of delicious chooses. The prices are great!! The portions are generous! We are now FANS. 5 star food! read more