I got the small Bandeja Paisa and it was fantastic. So much food, I even had to bring some home…read more Compared to others Bandeja Paisa's I've had in the past I'd say this was probably the best deal for one I've gotten. Will be coming here when I come back to Elizabeth.

Pleasant spot for a brunch meal. The menu had a lot of options. I loved how they gave us empanadas…read moreas complementary bites upon sitting down. The workers were all pretty friendly as well. I think the food is very comforting but not a culinary must-try. Seems like a staple in the community though and I can appreciate that.

The food was absolutely amazing. I have to go back when I'm back in NJ. The staff is friendly and…read moreattentive.

Rancho Mateo is huge, the place could easily accommodate hundreds of diners. The decor is great and…read morethe life music was fantastic. They also have ample parking and valet. Now, the food is a different story. There were 4 of us in the party and two out of the four entrees were disappointing. I had the carne llanera and this was by far the weakest dish out of the 4. The other plate that was ok, but not great was the churrasco montañero. The meat was not a good cut and had way too many fatty pieces. The entraña à la parrilla was by far the best of the 4. This one was well cooked and flavorful and a great cut of meat. The second one was the pechuga encebollada, this one was very good and the caramelized onions were perfectly cooked. We also had the empanada appetizer which was very good as well. The service wasn't bad, but they did get one of the orders wrong and we were half way through our dinner before the correct dish arrived. Rancho Mateo is a beautiful restaurant in a great location, but the inconsistency in the quality and flavor of the food makes it a one-and-done experience for me. There are much better options for Colombian food in the area.

I have given them a second try and food is not worth the long ride or money. I had to pay even…read morethough I left all the food. They promote on instagram but in person the quality is not there and it never looks like what she shows on her page. Waste of paying tolls and gas money for mediocre food. Nope you won't rob me again.

Where do I even start... The food is great, honestly, it always is. I usually get the Don Moro with…read morechicken, and it's consistently a 10/10. The portions are generous for the price, and the juices are amazing. The atmosphere could use some improvement. The music was a bit too loud, and while I respect and support the vendors who come into the restaurant, some were very persistent; not just at our table, but others as well. It started to feel a little uncomfortable and pressured. As for service, it was a mixed experience. The staff running food and cleaning tables were excellent, very attentive and helpful. Unfortunately, our server, Michelle, was the complete opposite. She didn't come to our table until about 20 minutes after we were seated. She took our drink order but didn't bring the drinks. We ended up waiting around 30 minutes, and even after finishing our meals, we still never received one of our Sprites. She also forgot our to-go order and never checked back on us, even though we clearly needed refills and boxes. Thankfully, other staff stepped in to help. Considering there's a service fee added, the level of service we received was disappointing. I really hope that fee is shared among the entire staff, because the rest of the team was doing a great job. Overall, the food saves the experience, but the service definitely needs improvement.

Noches de Colombia never disappoints! The food is always delicious, and the service is consistently…read morewarm and attentive. It's a great spot for flavorful dishes and a lively atmosphere. The only thing to note is that it's a bit on the pricey side -- but the quality definitely shines through. Overall, a solid choice when you're in the mood for good Colombian food and great service!

Food 10/10. Service 9/10…read more Ambiance 10/10 they had a live singer!! It was fantastic and I loved the chicken wings!! I need them in my life right now.

Super cute shop. Excellent empanadas. Very friendly service…read more Looking for Venezuelan cuisine in Elizabeth? Here's your new spot!

I absolutely cannot shut up about this place! I love how they have an accessible parking lot a…read morecouple of stores down which makes it so easy to get to. My favorite from here is the cachapa and the tequenos. The food is authentic and the staff is helpful in explaining the difference between each plate. You will not be disappointed!

My first time at this restaurant, the food is sooo good. We had the liver and the grilled chicken…read morewith onions, both were absolutely delicious -- homemade taste. Their rice and beans are also well seasoned, flavorful, and definitely prepared with love. This area has a lot of choices for Colombian food, but Palo Alto has to be one of the best restaurants in this area. The service was fast, attentive, and friendly which made the experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere is nice and welcoming. Definitely a restaurant you don't go just once. If you like Colombian cuisine, I highly recommend Palo Alto. And if you've been meaning to try it, this is an excellent place to start.

This is our third time here and they have consistently offered great service, delicious food, the…read moredrinks are on point and it's nicely decorated. Good variety of music mostly Colombian and salsa, played at a fair volume where you can hold a conversation without trouble. We are thoroughly satisfied and appreciate the gracious server we had today. Unfortunately I did not ask her name. We will be back soon!

It's a good place to relax. And as always the hot plate was very good ..the chicken was delicious…read more I just wish I had a bigger appetite today. " the chicken fell off the bone..OMG" She said, she loved the food , tamarindo she loved ... :)

Sabor Catracho Restaurant is now this place's name. I have been passing by here for years and did…read morenot even realize that this place does not exist in Yelp. I guess the name of the place has changed. I see so many contractors picking up their lunches as early as 7 am. I will stop by one day. And from other reviews, this place sounds good. I will stop by one day for lunch. It's so close to home. I can even walk here.

Nos encantó nuestra experiencia en este restaurante. Todo lo que pedimos estaba delicioso, fresco y…read morecon muchísimo sabor. Empezamos con unos jugos naturales y mini empanadas que estaban increíbles y fueron la manera perfecta de comenzar la comida. Yo pedí la bandeja paisa y mi esposo el salmón hawaiano, y ambos platos estaban espectaculares. Se nota que preparan la comida con mucho cuidado y buena presentación. De postre pedimos una ensalada de fruta y un chilado, y honestamente fueron el final perfecto para la comida. Todo sabía fresco y auténtico. El ambiance al igual que el service también fue muy agradable y algo que nos gustó mucho es que tienen estacionamiento en la parte de atrás. No es un estacionamiento enorme, pero sí suficiente y hace la visita mucho más cómoda. Definitivamente volveríamos y lo recomendamos si buscan buena comida colombiana.

I needed a quick lunch nearby and this hit the spot. The restaurant is clean and modern, and has an…read moreextensive iPad menu of colorful, mouthwatering Colombian dishes. I actually really appreciated that there were photos of each menu item, because it was hard to choose! I ordered the chicken arepa, which looks small but is mighty. Very flavorful and filling, and I loved the accompanying tomato onion relish (I believe called hogao). I also tried their sugarcane juice with lemon, which was a nice refresher that reminded me of a lightly sweetened lemonade. Overall an affordable and delicious meal. I haven't had much Colombian food before, and would come back to try more.

Great happy hour. $2 margs, mojitos...$1 extra for flavors, not the best drinks tbh, but for the…read moreprice you can't beat the deal. Service is great. The pupusas were amazing and so was the casamiento. However, empanadas were not good I'd pass. And the soup flavoring was top tier, but the carrots were still hard and the meat was a little tough, a little skimp on the works in soup tbh. I will definitely be back. Music was very good, I even danced with my daughter.

If I could give it zero stars i would. This place gave me uncooked chicken and only offered a 10%…read morediscount like wtf?

Solid spot for empanadas around the area. They were juicy and tasty with the sauce they provide…read more Depending on the empanadas, they range around $3 which is pretty decent for the size of the empanada. Workers were really nice and told us all the empandas they had and what the empandas had inside. We bought 6 empanadas and the cashier gave us a free drink with that. Which I thought was really kind for them to do. Overall, I would come back here whenever I am around the area and try the other foods they have.

Delicious food for a great price! Recommend checking this place out for some authentic Ecuadorean…read moredishes! Also super friendly staff!