Good place for a quick breakfast or lunch. Outside seating so you might be hot or cold depending…read moreon the time of day. Food was good, nice portions, and good service. Imagine going to an Olive Garden. Does the job.

The water and waitress are so sweet. Ordered the fruit as an appetizer and it came with honey. The…read morehoney was so delicious. The molcajete was so good. I added the option of chicken l. Highly recommed.

It was delicious! The lomo saltado was so delicious I stopped talking to just eat. The aji verde…read morewas so so SO good it was so perfect with the rest of the things in my dish... Wedge fries is definitely the way to go the extra surface area soaked up so much sauce the entire dish was super yummy!!! Also the chicha morada was super refreshing, I've never had it before but I'd definitely try it again. Will be coming back with my brother in tow to eat again!!! Also also our server was super nice and he was the one who suggested the wedge fries. Sensational.

My partner and I went to Flama Llama this past weekend. The ambiance and decor are nice. Bella, our…read moreserver, was very kind and super helpful. I asked her for a recommendation between 2 dishes and a few drinks. She was spot on in explaining what the taste profile was like. We got the pollo saltado dish, the tallarin verde dish and the chica morado drink. The pollo Salta was very good. I was hoping for it to be a bit less spicy with a bit more other flavor, but overall very good. I appreciate the balance in vegetables, protein and starch. The tallarin verde was good but I felt that was too much pasta, and no vegetables in the entire dish. The drink was very unique, it was nice to try something authentic to Peru.

Excelente servicio, ambiente familiar, recuerda a la cocina de la abuela. De la comida. Puntas de…read morefilete n salsa con queso Oaxaca, chilaquiles verdes y frijoles como guarnición. Balanceado, sabor y textura. Definitivamente altamente recomendado

This is a cool Baja Med restaurant with a Mediterranean style menu using fresh Baja ingredients, on…read morethe second floor of the bustling market. It was recommended by a local Tijuanense, and wow, the chef blew our minds. The flavors, presentation, and ambience were all on point. I really enjoyed my Pulpo/octopus entree, and my lunch mate loved his Atún/tuna.

Delicious affordable pupusas paired with great service this humble small business is a 10/10read more

EL MAS MEJOR DEL MUNDO.. Lol If you find yourself in the…read morearea or even passing by, please stop and try!!! Everything here is delicious. I dream of their atol de elote.....it's stupid good. Their pupusas are mouthwatering-you can tell everything is made with love. Muchas gracias a los dueños, muy amable

As a Colombian who has been craving authentic Colombian cuisine since my last visit to New York in…read moreDecember, I can confidently say this restaurant truly satisfied those cravings. Being nearly eight months pregnant, my expectations were especially high, and it is rare to find a place that meets them so well. From the seasoning of the food to the warm and attentive service, everything about this restaurant stands out. Although I don't recall my server's name, he was incredibly kind and provided excellent service throughout. The ambiance is also worth noting--the space is large, offers plenty of seating options, and even features a large TV, making it a great spot to relax or watch sports. To start, I ordered a watered mango juice along with a beef empanada. The empanada exceeded my expectations--despite being on the smaller side, it was packed with flavor. I enjoyed it so much that I ordered five more to go, which speaks for itself. They were served with fresh ají, a traditional sauce that complemented them perfectly. For my main course, I had the carne asada plate, which included steak, rice, beans, sweet plantains, avocado, tomato slices, and a small arepa. Every component of the dish was well-executed--the beans were flavorful, the meat was well-seasoned, and the overall plate felt authentic. It is often difficult to find truly authentic Colombian food, especially in San Diego, where options are limited or not genuinely Colombian. This restaurant, however, delivers on authenticity and flavor. The portion size was generous, and I ended up taking leftovers home to enjoy later. In addition to the empanadas (two chicken and three beef), I also ordered a buñuelo and a cheese arepa to go. Unfortunately, these items did not meet the same standard. The arepa lacked flavor and was overly greasy, and the buñuelo was dry and similarly oily, even after absorbing excess grease from the bag. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for Colombian food, especially given how rare it is to find quality options in this area. Friends of mine visited recently as well and thoroughly enjoyed their bandeja paisa, further confirming the consistency of the food. I will definitely be returning--especially for those empanadas. Como colombiana que ha estado antojándose de comida colombiana auténtica desde mi último viaje a Nueva York en diciembre, puedo decir con confianza que este restaurante realmente cumplió con mis expectativas. Además, estando casi de ocho meses de embarazo, mis expectativas eran aún más altas, y no es fácil encontrar un lugar que las cumpla tan bien. Desde el sazón de la comida hasta el servicio cálido y atento, todo en este restaurante destaca. Aunque no recuerdo el nombre del mesero, fue sumamente amable y atento. un servicio excelente en todo momento. El ambiente también merece mención: el lugar es amplio, y limpio. cuenta con muchas opciones de asientos y tiene una pantalla grande, lo que lo hace ideal para relajarse o ver deportes. Para empezar, pedí un jugo de mango (rebajado con agua) junto con una empanada de carne. La empanada superó mis expectativas; aunque es un poco pequeña, tiene muchísimo sabor. Me gustó tanto que pedí cinco más para llevar, lo cual habla por sí solo. Venían acompañadas de ají fresco, que las complementa perfectamente. Como plato fuerte, pedí la carne asada, que incluía arroz, frijoles, plátano maduro, aguacate, rodajas de tomate y una arepita. Cada componente del plato estaba muy bien logrado: los frijoles tenían un excelente sabor, la carne estaba bien sazonada y jugosa y, en general, el plato se sentía auténtico. Hoy en día es difícil encontrar comida colombiana verdaderamente auténtica, especialmente en San Diego, donde las opciones son limitadas o no lo son del todo. Sin embargo, este restaurante sí cumple con ese nivel de autenticidad y sabor. La porción fue bastante generosa, por lo que terminé llevándome lo que no pude terminar para comer más tarde. Además de las empanadas (dos de pollo y tres de carne), también pedí un buñuelo y una arepa de queso para llevar. Lamentablemente, estos no estuvieron al mismo nivel. La arepa carecía de sabor y estaba grasosa, y el buñuelo estaba seco y también muy aceitoso, incluso después de que la bolsa absorbiera parte de la grasa. En general, recomiendo este restaurante sin duda a cualquiera que esté buscando comida colombiana, especialmente considerando lo difícil que es encontrar buenas opciones en esta área. Unos amigos míos también vinieron recientemente y les encantó su bandeja paisa, lo que confirma la calidad constante del lugar. Definitivamente volveré, especialmente por esas empanadas.

BEST EMPANADAS IN ALL OF SAN DIEGO. I spent my whole day trying to find good empanadas here in san…read morediego that would remind me of new york and this was the only location that didn't disappoint. $1.99 per empanada, they are super filling and can tell are made with love. Service was amazing and quick and the atmosphere is very welcoming i love this place. LAS MEJORES EMPANADAS DE TODO SAN DIEGO. Pasé todo el día buscando buenas empanadas aquí en San Diego que me recordaran a Nueva York, y este fue el único lugar que no decepcionó. $1.99 por empanada, son muy llenadoras y se nota que están hechas con amor. El servicio fue increíble y rápido, y el ambiente es muy acogedor. Me encanta este lugar.

The food, the service, and the space were all AMAZING…read more Very authentic Honduran food with lots of other options such as Salvadoran pupusas and several Mexican items. It was an excellent lunch, and I can't wait to come back with my entire family next time!

No time to read: Save your money--too expensive for what you get…read more ​I visited La Champa Latin Grill on a Saturday around 2:30 PM. While the establishment has a decent setup--plenty of seating (about 22 tables for four and 6 larger booths), a full bar, and three large TVs--the experience simply didn't justify the price tag. For three people, ordering one combination platter, an asada appetizer, and three drinks, the total came to $100.00. ​The Service & Atmosphere ​The service started strong. We were greeted and seated immediately (only 3 tables were occupied). Drinks arrived within 2 minutes, and the complimentary chips with salsa and cotija cheese arrived within 5 minutes. However, things slowed down significantly from there. Our main courses didn't arrive until 30 minutes after the appetizers. The waitress mentioned they were short a cook, which is understandable, but it definitely impacted the flow of the meal. ​One major vibe killer: the lighting. The restaurant was so dark I could barely see what I was eating. ​The Food ​While the portions were a good size, the flavor was a mediocre 5/10 overall. ​Asada Appetizer ($26): This was the dish served with cucumbers. For $26, the quality of the meat was disappointing--it wasn't a premium cut and lacked the "wow" factor of something like a Mexican molcajete. Plus, the cucumbers served with it were old and soft. ​Asado con Tajadas: The tajadas (fried green bananas) were good and the meat was seasoned well, but the quality control was poor. I had to spit out wads of fat three different times. Most concerningly, my wife found a toothpick hidden inside the cabbage and sauce. This is a major safety hazard. ​Combination Platter: The pupusas were smaller than what you'd find at other local spots. The loroco pupusa was missing cheese, and the revuelta lacked flavor. The tacos included in the platter were very bland. ​Verdict ​Between the high prices, the average flavors, and finding a toothpick in our food, I can't recommend this spot. There are much better Latin grills in the area where your $100 will go a lot further.

We ordered a carne asada sandwich (not sure as to the Spanish name) that was loaded with delicious…read moreshredded meat. We also ordered one each of their empanadas which was the highlight of our Ensenada culinary adventure. It was delicious warm, but we discovered it tasted better when we got home. The slightly sweet crust only reveals the full flavor profile at room temperature or slightly chilled. I have not had empanadas of this quality except in Miami. Service was super friendly but food took 15 minutes to prepare. One person in the restaurant spoke perfect English so ordering was no problem. Parking is limited but not too busy on a Monday afternoon. Google Street view is off. This is next to the falafel restaurant near the cruise ship terminal.

So delicious!! We had 2 empanadas and an arepa and they were both so amazing. They're made fresh to…read moreorder. Will be back!

Love this place! Conveniently located next to my apartment building. I usually get the same thing…read moreevery time I go which is the Cubano. Trying something new on the next visit. Highly recommend this spot.

Must try! Absolutely love the addition of Algo Bueno to the neighborhood... we went to an art show…read moreat the Vogue and I've had my mind set on eating here-had a nice stroll down Third to their great outdoor space-and wow! Wow! All I can say Foodgasms! Food is made fresh made to order so hang out and enjoy their space--they have a couple of outdoor games- also tables and seats for the little ones too! We were enjoying everything so much we forgot to take a picture or the Arepa. I'm in love with all the salsas. Agua Fresca of the day was Turmeric Lemonade-fresh and perfect for the heat i packed on my food. Owners are super cool-cant wait to return. My stepdaughter bit into our leftovers at home-we just saw that melting face and smile. Yes food is that good and made with love and it shows.

Delicious! ¡El servicio fue genial! La comida era increíble. No hay quejas aquí. ¡Definitivamente…read morevolveré!