Made a reservation didn't get table service after 25mins of being seated and that's because I stood…read moreup and talk to who ever was in front being the host. She apologized and said first drinks was on them because of their "mistake" ended up charging for the drinks anyway... Music was too loud. Food was okay. 7/10

Wow! Who would have thought this place existed in a Walmart plaza in Waterbury?! Location is…read moredefinitely a little awkward but once you step inside the whole place is a vibe! There are photo ops as soon as you walk in the door. The music is upbeat and pumpin, the staff was lively and soo awesome! And the food?! The food was delicious! So much flavor in the sauces and cremas, I was genuinely impressed. I had the shrimp and yuca dish and it was a 10/10! Drinks were flowing and desserts were creatively prepared and yummy. It was my friend's birthday and they even came out with her own dessert with happy birthday written on the plate with chocolate sauce. They came out singing with instruments and helped us to celebrate! It was a great night and I enjoyed everything about it. I will definitely be back!

The place is extremely clean, and the decor was really nice. Te food was made fresh to the order,…read morewe tried the fried fish, chaulafan, and chicken soup. Everything was delicious and tasty. Definitely we are planning on going back to try different dishes.

It's not often we get to have Ecuadorian food! This new spot in Meriden is owned by such a sweet…read morefamily. Their recent renovations are beautiful, and they had quite the variety on their menu. Empanadas were different from many we've tried with a soft and doughy texture. Fresh seafood and refreshing juices that pair nicely with the meal.

There are a lot of dishes on the buffet line and it looks good but this place is unorganized. It…read morewas busy when I went. Stood in the makeshift line waited my turn. The buffet offerings is a long line of dishes, so long that there's no way to see everything they have to offer before making a decision. I was only able to capture a small portion on video because I was being crowded by other ppl. There's definitely no time to ask questions and there are no labels saying what the various dishes were. Then when I thought it was my turn, the rude lady started helping the woman after me. Others were helping the ones that chose to not stand and wait but rather just walk up. When a young lady took pity and helped me, I just ordered the chicken soup because I was over the whole chaotic situation. If I wasn't so hungry I would have just left. Then waiting to pay I saw my love, Pernil, at the front of the line near the register. I would have loved to try it but knew I wouldn't get help plus I was over this place. My friend was over it too and just didn't order anything. Soup came with rice. It was fine but nothing to make me come back. My food was automatically packed to go, but I sat at a booth to eat. There are enough booths and tables there to eat, but I don't think they offer table service, at least on this day they didn't seem to. I just didn't enjoy the vibe here. Some of the workers are intense, rude, and clearly dont like their job. I like good customer service and I hate being rushed but the culture here just is what it is.

I had their rice and beans, pork and tostones. It was fresh, fairly priced and abundance in…read moreportion. It's not the cleanest eating area - but I overlooked it.

This is our second visit to Montanita and it was just as delicious as our first!…read more Before moving to Middletown, we lived in New Haven and were lucky enough to live around the corner from Mezcal, regularly lauded as one of the best and most authentic Mexican restaurants in Connecticut. We like all the local Mexican spots here in our new hometown, but so far Montanita is the only one that compares to Mezcal. It's amazing!! They have a wide range of favorites and unique dishes. Perfect margaritas. Great happy hour deals. We've tried the chicken stew, burritos, faijitas, ceviche, and some sides and all were delicious and full of flavor. Ask for their special sauce which is out of this world. Service is charming and attentive. Lovely atmosphere. Our new favorite place! Give it a try!!

Great food, great drinks, and great service! Wish more people knew about the place! Really…read moreauthentic Latin American food - the chicken stew in particular was excellent, as was the carne asada.

I am all in on Lima 32 Peruvian restaurant. Back in January, I noticed the Lima 32 sign in the old…read moreTacos mi Nachos space in Meriden. Something about the sign aesthetic made me think it would be a good place. I Yelp-Searched it, and Lima 32 damn near had a perfect rating based on less than 50 reviews. I'm a Food Blogger. So I try to explore new places and avoid repeating spots I know. I've eaten at Lima 32 three times since January. Lima 32 is a small casual Peruvian spot located in a very small plaza in Meriden. Parking is tough, but they've done a nice job with the aesthetics inside. Lima 32 is also available on DoorDash within a certain area. I've now had the Lomo Saltado, the Arroz Con Marisco and the Chaufa de Pollo. Best Lomo Saltado I've ever had, and I've had a really expensive one at a famous CT spot. It's basically a beef and veggie stir fry. You can see the chef making it with fire in the pan if you have the right seat. The soy and oyster sauce based glaze is good salty. So flavorful and everything is perfectly cooked. Best Arroz Con Marisco I've ever had. It's a saucy Peruvian paella. The sauce (Aji Amarillo) has a well rounded creamy pepper flavor. The seafood, like crab, mussels and shrimp really stand out. I suspect the seafood varies depending on what's available. The Chaufa de Pollo, a Chinese fried rice style dish, was very good too. Huge pieces of chicken. Eat it with the delicious Aji Verde sauce. Is Lima 32 hidden? I don't know. But it sure the hell is a gem. It's must visit. 5 Stars

Waitress was kind and it was really nice in the restaurant. Food was pretty good! Calamari was…read morecrispy and yummy, yuca sticks were alright. Chaufa Rice was delicious, brought some home to eat later. Great service and vibes.

THIS PLACE RIGHT HERE!!!!! Best Puerto Rican food ever!!!…read more When you go in there, there may be a long line, but it's worth the wait! The food is fresh and delicious. I've been coming here for years and I always brag about this place. I don't care how long is the drive but I'm always there! The place is so clean inside the staff is Amazing the owner she's great and respectful! If I could give this review more than five stars I would, literally top three restaurants in Connecticut

The portions here are huge! I mean you have lunch and dinner in one plate. Maybe even lunch again…read more The pork and rice is amazing and perfectly cooked. The fried pork chunks were a bit dry but they usually are anyway. The onion and peppers it comes with is a good addition. Highly recommend this place

We made a reservation and arrived on time with our two daughters (8 and 9 years old)…read more Unfortunately, our first impression was disappointing. The hostess at the front desk seemed visibly annoyed when we checked in. She was impatient, dismissive with her gestures, and even rolled her eyes in front of us. I don't know if it was because we were a family with children or for some other reason, but it made us feel very unwelcome. Honestly, we were close to leaving. Our kids were hungry and tired, so we decided to stay and give the restaurant a chance. Thankfully, the gentleman who served our table completely changed the experience. He was friendly, professional, and patient. He took the time to explain the menu, answer our questions, and recommend some of the restaurant's popular dishes. His attitude made us feel welcomed and appreciated as guests. The food was very good. We enjoyed the seafood paella, grilled octopus, broccolini, cheese plate, and several other tapas. The flavors were great, and the dishes were well prepared. The kitchen and our server delivered a much better experience than the one we received at the front desk. Management should pay attention to how guests are greeted because first impressions matter. The hostess nearly convinced us to leave. The server convinced us to stay.

I ate here last week with a few girlfriends. I got the chicken wings and they were very flavorful…read moreand delicious. I appreciate the gentleman who served us. I don't remember his name, but he was african american and had dreads (or maybe braids) - thank you for helping me find the right meal that aligned with my allergies. I appreciate you double checking with the chef on ingredients.

Food was excellent. La bandeja paisa was hearty and filling. The white rice was amazing! Everything…read morewas cooked well and fresh. Their margaritas arent the best but their mojito is fire! Need to try. Kinda pricey but the food portions are huge and the staff were really sweet and all smiles. Really nice place.

This place is super cute. Beautifully set up and the staff is so friendly I feel like they're my…read moreown friends. The food here makes you feel like it's all home made. The ingredients were perfect. Not overwhelming at all and not too many spices which seems to happen sometimes. I recommend trying their natural juices which we really enjoyed because they were very fresh and not too filling. The food here 1000% speaks for itself and nothing I say will justify how good it is. If you're in the area come by. 10/10