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    La Candela Espanola

    3.2 (143 reviews)
    ModerateSpanish, Mexican, Seafood
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Steve M.

    We came here for my birthday to see how this place was after not being here for years. We stayed at the bar to wait for friends and had a pitcher of sangria .half pitcher 31bucks. And the drinks barely tasted of anything. I had for dinner seafood paella. 38bucks. Good sized portion but again was bland and didn't taste of anything. Kind of a let down as I really like this dish. Wife had a price fix 28bucks came with salad choice of dinner , fish or pasta , she got fish which she liked . Came with sides and dessert. I used to go to Carmen's off Hylan for this and was always great but they closed down. Food could have been better especially what I paid for drinks and meals , but may be a while till I come back again. Servers were great . Very helpful and friendly.

    Chre G.

    I've lived on Staten Island for almost 14 years and I'm questioning myself why haven't I been here sooner? I found a Groupon from local flavor so I figured I would give them a shot and boy I am happy! Let me start off with the staff, how dang cute, attentive and considerate are they?! I wanted to hug them, these guys are so sweet. Kudos to the staff. Now onto the food. The staff should have cut me off but kept bringing me salsa and chips which are delicious and so fresh. This is the real deal authentic Mexican style food. I had the #5 and my hubs had the #1. The portions are huge (hence why I should have been cut off with the chips). You start with a salad as well, so I was super stuffed mid way through my meal. For how much food you get the price is worth it. With your entree you get rice and beans and a potato (not sure what they were called but oh so good). I would definitely return as many of their customers do it seems. The 2 couples who walked in after us the staff seemed to know pretty well which I love. Gives you that feel good family vibe.

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    Susan S.

    Haven't been here in years and I don't know why. Food is pretty good and the give you very generous sizes. Shared a pitcher of sangria with the hubby. Sangria is nice because it's not too sweet. I had the seafood paella which is mostly in my fridge right now simply bc I was full Mixed feelings on the paella... good, but I've had better. Very filling especially after the chips with salsa which had a nice spice to it. And like I said generous portions. Inexpensive also. I'd definitely give it another try soon.

    a plate of mexican food

    WOW WOW WOW - This restaurant was amazing. I am not sure why it only has 3 stars so hoping my review will help it go up. We did indoor dining - the place is very cozy inside and although you can dress casual, it was not a casual feel. There was plenty of space and parking ( I am sure that it would get crowded prior to covid) - they do have a tented outdoor area with heating to accommodate other guests or those who may be afraid of eating inside but we were excited to eat inside. You get a bang for your buck here too! They start you off with chips and an an amazing warm salsa. The salsa was so good - I could not stop eating. Then they serve you salad if you get one of the meals. The dressing was so good! I got the 3 enchiladas, my friends had the half chicken and the chicken estoril. This was served to us with rice, beans, and potatoes. Everything was so tasty. Try this place. You will not regret it!

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    Great service!! Hadn't been there in many years. Delicious dessert. Good beer selection

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    Enchiladas were the worst I ever had drowned in a disgusting brown sauce they should try using salsa

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    My family's favorite Place!! We always order the chicken villeroy! The chips and salsa is also the best!

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