Came in at 3 pm on a holiday Friday and the restaurant was quite crowded. I got in line and quickly read through the menu and also what was behind the glass counter and opted for the small plate for $11. They had a lunch special for $14 but honestly, it looked like too much food which really bodes well. I got the plate with chicken, opting for the seasoned (?) chicken rather than the fried chicken but both looked great. Got it with the yellow rice and beans (had option for soup or white rice or lentils). There were a few people checking out before me which took a few minutes. Also grabbed one of their corn cheese pastries but there were a lot of options, such as empanadas and more desserts. I opted to take the food to go though there were a few seats and outdoor tables available. Everything tasted great! Corn pastry should be eaten immediately otherwise it gets a bit firm. And the small plate was enough food for me to last two meals. I'm glad I live so close, I plan to try even more of their options! read more

Gutiz Bakery & Cafe - Cheese corn pastry - Latin American Near Me - East Haven, Connecticut

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Always great. Service is good, and the food is awesome. It's family owned and shoukd be even busier than it is read more

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Food was absolutely amazing! The service was great! Very welcoming and she helped me with knowing everything that's available. read more

Gutiz Bakery & Cafe - Yellow rice with lentils or grandules. Baked Chicken and pork with a side of beans. Delicious! - Latin American Near Me - East Haven, Connecticut

A popular restaurant/bakery in East Haven/NH. Area. We stopped by around lunchtime and the place was packed. We took our food to go. We ordered beef soup and chicharrón with yellow rice & lentils. Food was delicious. The place offers mostly latin food, Cuban sandwiches, daily soups also they have some Mexican paletas. Prices are reasonable. read more

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English: My family is from NY and we were visiting CT for a few days and we found this awesome place while driving by. Staff is very friendly, owners are very sweet, food is so flavorful and yummy . My mom and my aunts are from Ecuador and they said that this food is some of the best Ecuadorian food they've had in the states!! If you visit I recommend the bolon. They have seating outside and inside and overall it's such a nice atmosphere to have a quick bite. definitely on of my favorite food places in the CT area Spanish: Mi familia es de Nueva York y estuvimos visitando CT por unos días y encontramos este increíble lugar mientras conducíamos. El personal es muy amable, los propietarios son muy dulces, la comida es muy sabrosa y deliciosa. ¡Mi mamá y mis tías son de Ecuador y dijeron que esta comida es una de las mejores comidas ecuatorianas que han probado en los estados! Si visitas te recomiendo el bolon. Tienen asientos afuera y adentro y, en general, es un ambiente tan agradable para tomar un bocado rápido. definitivamente uno de mis lugares de comida favoritos en el área de CT read more

Gutiz Bakery & Cafe - My aunt eating her delicious food - Latin American Near Me - East Haven, Connecticut

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Always a great place for an easy satisfying meal. The chicken and pork are especially delicious paired with rice and beans! Save room for their wonderful pastries especially the guava filled, as they are delectable and freshly made! Food is prepared in advance and dished out at counter by gloved staff behind glass dividers. Eat inside or outside or take away. Also a great place to practice your Spanish. read more

I paid 12 dollars for nothing....I usually love this place but it seems as if if your not Hispanic your service will be completely different I paid 12 dollars for this I feel completely robbed will not be going back !!!!!!!! read more

Gutiz Bakery & Cafe - This is what I paid for for 12 dollars.... while my coworker who is Hispanic plate was filled completely!! If your not Hispanic beware !! - Latin American Near Me - East Haven, Connecticut

Pésimo servicio, desde el servidor hasta el cajero, fueron muy groseros. Creo que están sobrecargados de trabajo. Había un cliente masculino esperando un rato conmigo en el área del cajero. Él estaba tratando de pagar y yo estaba tratando de hacer mi pedido. Otro cliente se acercó a la cajera para pagar, y el servidor la atendió de inmediato, pero nosotros nos ignoraron por completo. Cuando pedí ayuda, me dijo que esperara porque estaba atendiendo a otros clientes. El cliente masculino dijo: "Supongo que no quieren mi dinero y se fue sin pagar su comida. Nunca me sirvieron, así que también me fui". read more

I went online looking for a bakery nearby. It's tough to find one that's open past noon on Sunday. Now I'm grateful they did, otherwise I may not have stumbled upon Gutiz. Once inside, the aromas were so enticing that I not only get a pineapple pastry, but couldn't resist getting 2 empanadas. Everything was outstanding. The price of 1.50 for each item is another reason I'll be back soon! In response to another reviewer, I am not Hispanic but I found the people there to be very fair and courteous. read more

It is really good it has and Ecuadorian theme and ecuatoriano and it s cool plus their food is great . You should go to the place it is so beautiful read more

The best soup I've ever had in my life they are so good and now I need a nap. Plantain's with cheese soup read more

Gutiz Bakery & Cafe - a plate of food and a drink - Latin American Near Me - East Haven, Connecticut

This tiny place on Main Street is three things: - Bakery - Hot Prepared foods - Sit-down style very small cafeteria The food is mostly Ecuadorian (that's what I assume by the looks of the "Ecuador" posters hanging on the walls). They have empanadas, arepos, tamale type thingys and lots of rice. Whenever I visit I'm usually the only gringo in the building. I get take-out so I'm in and out very quickly. The people behind the counter are polite and understand English, although it seems it is not their first language. Everything is written in Spanish. You might recall that a few years ago the owners of this place and a priest from New Haven were in some controversy about Hispanic profiling from the East Haven police. Yea, hard to believe, huh? I love both East Haven officials and honest hard working people, so I try not to get involved with the politics of the town. Plus I love trying different ethnic foods. So gimme some nice empanadas and some nice hot sauce and I'm happier than a clam at high tide. Their pastry and bakery items don't look overly impressive, so IMO just stick with the prepared foods. read more

Gutiz Bakery & Cafe - Pollo empanadas, arepa, and some cheesy corn thingy - Latin American Near Me - East Haven, Connecticut

This was my first time visiting this bakery at a recommendation from a friend. I purchased a sampling of coconut cake, tres leches cake, flan, napoleon, and peach pastry. Baked goods were all delicious!! read more

Love this place. Not a bad morsel anywhere. Got a bunch of friends hooked now. Everything from baked plantains with cheese to chicken and beef empanadas to corn cakes, coconut bread and pan a chocolate are all excellent. They also have a fresh food bar that they serve from. Freshly prepared South American recipes of baked chicken and various soups, veggies and rice are all delicious. They have a very loyal following and it's often difficult to find a seat at meal times! read more

This is such a nice place to eat. I love Spanish food - this is Ecuadorian food. There is a variety of different rice, meat, bread, and desserts to choose from - and every thing is very good. As for dessert - the Tres Leeche cake is about the best I have ever had in my life. A large piece for 3 bucks and OMG - it is DELICIOUS. Clean bakery with very nice employees. Prices are reasonable, and there is parking in front. If you have not been to this little spot, I strongly suggest you stop in and treat yourself to a spice of Equador. 5 stars. read more

They have fresh bakery and delicious treats from Ecuador . Some of their delicious stuff available and that they make daily are : Colombian empanadas , fried plantains , humitas (corn tamal ) Moroccho , tamales and rice pudding. If you looking for a tres leches cake , they sell the piece or a whole cake . Tables are available to eat there , there is not waitress , you pay at the register . Staff is fast and friendly . Busy hours are in the morning and dinner time . read more

I went here a few times. It is not horrible, but not a place that I would to if I was craving bakery items. They also make a variety of Spanish food, which I have also tried. I find that their food is relatively dry and lacks flavor. If you are looking for something in a rush and don't want to travel than give it a try. Otherwise, This is not a place that I would go to regularly. read more

The food is amazing. Fresh, plentiful and authentic. There is lots to pick from. I had a huge lunch plate of rice, beans, salad and the most tender pork I've had in ages. For 6.00! You won't leave hungry. I had to have dessert. An amazing Très Leche cake. Omg. Haven't had this as good since I lived in LA. read more

Gutiz Bakery & Cafe - Très Leche cake - Latin American Near Me - East Haven, Connecticut

This place is easy to miss if you're not looking for it but it's worth the stop. Go up to the counter to order and stay or take it to go. Staff is friendly and helpful. Today I had soup, generous portions of yellow rice, lentils and pollo criollo for lunch and a soda for under $10. read more

This place is absolutely delicious. There is a great variety of baked goods and fresh bread and traditional Ecuadorian delights such as empanadas, humitas, maduro con queso and so much more. Try it, try Ecuadorian food, it underrated yet has one of the most delicious and unique cuisines. read more

Inexpensive, tasty and great in a pinch! Their hot sauce is the bomb!

I've only come in for the bakery items but everything looks delicious. All of the pastries are excellent. I love the ham and cheese croissants and the guava and cheese pastries. All great! read more

A friend told me about this place a few years back and said that their tres leches cake was to die for. Fast forward to now, my family and I have ordered three cakes from here and have never regretted it. Each one comes out delicious and amazing. I've gotta say that this place really is one of the hidden gems of the new haven area. read more

Get in line for 20 minutes to order a coffee because they want you to wait till everyone orders from the food line.

Stopped by today for a Smoked Turkey sandwich for lunch. It was awesome, this place is great! I hung out on my laptop till 3pm and snacked on turnovers and "cheese sticks". read more

Not from New Haven and was told about this place. Food was delish!!! And fairly priced.. Of your by here make a stop, it's worth it.

Food is good and fresh. Most workers are njce except one time they did not want to cook something but i called from car and they had what i was looking for. Lunch deal is great. read more

Wow. Get the empanadas! Holy sh*******t soooooooooo good. So glad I found this place. Fairly priced too.