Good vibes and good tacos…read more We got some tacos at the pop up at almanac brewery in Alameda, and they were a great bar bite. The owners are super friendly as well. Next time, I want to try their columbian twist on a banh mi!

Ran into Mezcla while visiting a local brewery in Alameda. Their pop up was about to shut down for…read morethe day, but Juan offered to get something going for my friends and I! I had the chance to try their delicious hard tacos. Paired with their salsa, these become really competitive. Their menu was more interesting - columbian food with a Vietnamese twist. Their customer service and enthusiasm for fusion cuisine makes the food feel more meaningful. Hope they'll be doing more pop ups in the Bay Area!

My husband had been craving authentic Colombian food for weeks, and since we've actually been to…read moreColombia, we definitely know the flavors and what real Colombian cuisine should taste like. Somehow he came across a YouTube ad for this restaurant and convinced me to make the drive all the way to San Jose... and wow, it was absolutely worth it! From the moment we walked in, the service was welcoming and attentive. The food? Incredible. Everything was packed with authentic flavor, beautifully presented, and honestly brought back memories of our trip to Colombia. We ordered the house specials along with a few Colombian beers, and the entire experience was just perfect. It's not every day you find a place that's worth fighting Bay Area traffic for, but this spot definitely is. Great atmosphere, delicious food, amazing service -- we will absolutely be coming back again. Highly recommend if you're looking for authentic Colombian flavor and a fun dining experience.

This place is a hidden gem. It's a small shop tucked away in the middle of a tiny strip mall, but…read moreonce you walk inside, it's beautifully painted and decorated. It has a super homey, welcoming vibe. Here is the breakdown of what we ordered: Bistec with Chorizo: The serving size was huge! Definitely big enough for two light eaters. It was really tasty overall, though I do wish the beef had been a bit more tender. Beef Empanadas: Hands down, some of the better ones I've ever had. The skin was thin and perfectly crispy, and the filling was packed with flavor. Pair them with their chili oil sauce... yumm! To top it off, our waitress was incredibly friendly and made us feel right at home. I'll definitely be returning to try some new dishes next time!

Was recommended by a Colombian friend because they love this place, and I completely understand…read morewhy. Food is always so flavorful and staff is very nice!! Very nice environment.

You Guava be Kidding Me…read more A bakery and juicery that has been serving up delicious Colombian specialties since 1999 in Colombia, before emigrating to the US and opening up shop here in Cambrian Park in 2014. Milohas (mil hojas) means a thousand layers in Spanish, and one taste of Milohas' pastries will make you understand why they picked that moniker. The Good: * Large shared parking lot * Friendly service * Covered outdoor dining * The crust of the empanadas was buttery, flaky, and delicious. All the fillings were good, but you have to try the Hawaiian filling! It was truly fantastic and had us wishing that's all we'd ordered. * Guava Finger has the same perfect crust and tasty guava jam--I could eat a dozen of these and come back for more. *oink oink* * Carissa really enjoyed their lentil soup. I didn't try it, so I can't comment. The Meh: * I kind of prefer the chunks of meat in Peruvian empanadas to the ground meat in Colombian ones, but that's just a personal preference. It was still delicious, so at the end of the day, it's all academic. The Ugly: * No indoor dining, and outdoor dining is limited to only a handful of seats. Conclusion: We've been on the hunt for the best empanadas in the South Bay, and we finally found them.

Food - YUM! We…read morestarted off with ceviche and crackers. The ceviche was covered in a flavorful sauce. I ordered the Sobrebarriga En Salsa Criolla - steak with yucca in a sauce that came with a side of rice and avocado slices. It was delicious, had a nice presentation, and I definitely had leftovers at the end of the meal. For my drink, I ordered Maracuya with a milk base. It's basically a passionfruit smoothie. I liked how it wasn't overly sweet. Service - our server was friendly, did well with clearing our table. Ambiance - colorful, giving off a nice Latin flare. There were references to Columbia on the walls, and Latin music playing. We have come here previously for the empanadas, and those were delightful as well. We'll definitely be back. :-)

We came here on a Friday night. The place was pretty empty. Saw the good reviews and wanted to try…read moreColumbian food for the second time, this time a new restaurant. The server was really nice. He gave us 4 different menus but only 1 had updated prices. All but one menu was in Spanish so we had to pull up the Yelp reviews to see what was good to order. After a little while, the server came to check on us. We ordered 2 beef and 1 chicken empanadas. I liked the beef over the chicken. They were tasty. They were really crispy on the outside, hot and filling on the inside. Served with a yummy citrus-y like pico de gallo. We ordered the Arepa Rellena De Queso. It's like a cheese stuffed corn pita. The cheese was not as flavorful/salty as we had wished, so it lacked that flavor we were expecting to ooze. The Bandeja Paisa dish we ordered came with rice, beans, chorizo sausage, thin piece of chicharron, a thin piece of unseasoned carne asada, a fried egg, a fried plantain, guacamole and what seemed like a round, flattened piece of overcooked rice? I'm starting to notice that unless the meat is sausage, the steaks are not very well seasoned. The plantain was the most flavorful part of that dish, since it had the natural sweetness. The chicharron lacked that crunch we were used to. I got the end piece, so I got luckier than the rest of the family. I realized just now that we didn't get the blood sausage that everyone else got, and I had to look at my receipt again to make sure that we in fact did order the Bandeja Paisa, and we did. That's disappointing. Also I just noticed on the receipt I was charged a "Kitchen Appreciation" charge. Ummm... excuse me???!! I would have appreciated it if you hadn't forgotten my blood sausage from my $27 dish! The Arroz con Pollo had sausage and chicken in the rice with ketchup on top, served with a small salad with guacamole and french fries. I'm starting to see a pattern and that the meat aren't really seasoned. A lot of sauces and dips are used to substitute, and the drinks are a lot more on the carbonated sour/bitter side, with a bit of an aftertaste. The customer service is great, but I don't know if this unseasoned food is my kind of taste.

I'm always excited to find a new restaurant to try especially when its for Colombian food…read more Found this place on Google. Its in a nice area and the plaza its in is pretty empty so parking is super easy. When you walk in theres a hostess stand and you need to wait so you can be seated. Its a cute restaurant. Has a large TV. Super casual. The server my husband and I had was super nice. We ordered: -Blackberry juice -Colombiana -Pacfico -Morcilla con papas -1 beef empanada -1 chicken empanada -Bandeja paisa The food and drinks all came out in like 5min. Super quick! The empanadas were really good, well seasoned. Morcilla was delicious! The potatos are not seasoned but you can salt them yourself. They come with 2 sauces one thats guacamole and the other was tapatio based, which was disappointing because it should come with aji. The bandeja paisa was okay. The only thing I didnt like about it was the ground beef. I will be back to try other dishes.

I was really excited and looking forward to the experience. The place is nice and the staff was…read morefriendly, but wasn't quite sure what to make of it. Came here on a weeknight and in the middle of our meal they set up speakers and there was a comedy show in Spanish. Just not what we were expecting as we were looking for a place to eat where we could have a conversation. The food had nice flavors, but the quality of the meat was hit or miss. One plate had nice tender beef while the other one was very tough.

!Uff hermano¡ Esos sabores auténticos si que pegan! Vi un reel en Instagram que me convenció a…read moreprobar este lugar y no me arrepiento! Desde que llegas a la puerta se nota que hay ambiente y sabor latino con nuestra música sonando en las bocinas. No es como cualquier lugar. Si no que es como estar alla en casa comiendo de lo bueno. Los empleados muy amables te reciben con cariño y te preguntan si es tu primera vez y te explican que es que y lo que recomiendan. Servicio fenomenal! Quedamos tan llenos que tuvimos que ir a caminar un buen rato. Barriga llena, corazon contento! Muchas gracias por traer un pedacito de Colombia a el área de la bahia! Ya nos faltaba sabor de sur america. ¡Volveremos pronto! Wow, man! Those authentic flavors really hit the spot! I saw a reel on Instagram that convinced me to try this place, and I don't regret it at all! From the moment you walk in, you can feel the Latin vibe and flavor with our music playing on the speakers. It's not like any other place. It's like being back home, enjoying delicious food. The staff is so friendly, they greet you warmly, ask if it's your first time, and explain everything and give their recommendations. Phenomenal service! We were so full we had to go for a walk for a while. Full belly, happy heart! Thank you so much for bringing a little piece of Colombia to the Bay Area! We were really missing that taste of South America. We'll be back soon!

Their arepas are hearty and fire. My toddler who is a picky eater even enjoyed this spot. Great…read morequality ingredients. I got el nido and my wife for the pappi quiere piña. Ask for extra sweet pineapple relish. Def coming back

Returning to La Bendición felt like reconnecting with the soul. A warm, heartfelt moment that fills…read moreyou from the very beginning. The service provided by María José was truly exceptional from start to finish; gracious, attentive, and genuinely human in a way that lingers long after you leave. The atmosphere wrapped around you effortlessly; a cozy, inviting space where every detail feels intentional, guiding you back to your roots. The café con leche... simply perfect; like it was made by your grandmother, rich with comfort and memory. The agua de panela, beautifully balanced, set the tone with its subtle sweetness. Then came the highlight: a sizzling churrasco, aromatic and full of flavor, served with perfectly cooked rice and golden sweet plantains that taste like home. To finish, a selection of traditional cookies from the shop; the classic puntico Rojo; adding the perfect touch of sweetness and nostalgia. What a blessing it was to return to La Bendición. Because truly, we are blessed; those of us who get to experience the richness of Colombian cuisine in every bite.

I went with my wife to try a Columbian restaurant-La Bendicion Restaurant and Bar at 1712 S…read moreWinchester Blvd, Campbell, CA 95008 It was a nice place but with a very simple interior with bakery and BBQ smells. It does have full table service, which I really liked. Our server was very nice and helped us select our meal. We had beef ribs and pork ribs which were very good. The plantaines, white rice (exceptionally good), salad with avocado, and sauces. We finished our meal with in house fresh bakery items, which were really outstanding (See Pictures). Overall, the meal we ordered was pretty good, except for the plantains, which were hard, dry, and inedible (possibly not fresh made-was kept under a heat lamp). This restaurant may not be suitable for families, as it is also a sports bar with big screen TV's, loud music and geared for adults. The price point was fairly high as compared to other restaurants I have visited. Our bill for 2 dinners, 2 soft drinks, 2 desserts was $95 before tip. The restaurant was well maintained and clean. If you're in the area, why not try it?

Saturday Afternoon, not busy at all, we were seated right away by the friendly greeter/waiter. A…read moreton of parking , because it's located in the shopping plaza & I think this place, use to also be an American breakfast place. I think it'll keep changing because of its location? It's kind of nestled &!hidden, inside if you don't look, you won't find it. Plenty of seating inside for a small or a big party. They have a few interesting items on the menu, so we tried what sounded good & we were not disappointed on our choices. Everything we ordered had its own unique flavors & the pricing, wasn't too bad. I would try this place again, just to try other items on the menu.

First time having Columbian food and I enjoyed it. The food is very good! The service was…read morefriendly. The steak that we ordered was perfectly seasoned. I cannot wait to get back to this place. I was very very happy with the food . Loved the hotdog! Steak And chicharon!! The interior is upbeat but you can still carry a conversation with the loud music. Thank you for introducing me to great Columbian food Ps. The banana chips given were also very tasty!