This restaurant truly feels like being in Latin America. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the staff is incredibly kind, and the comfort food is at its best -- full of flavor and heart. Highly recommended! Se los recomiendo!!! read more

Latin American is outstanding. I've only been for breakfast, but I highly enjoyed it. I usually get the daily special if it hasn't run out. Last time I got the roast pork and it was great (they had run out of oxtail so I'm going to have to come back). The meat was very tender and flavorful, and I enjoyed the sides it came with. I've also had the Dominican Breakfast and enjoyed that as well: the salami and fried cheese were savory and salty, and went well with the eggs and yucca. The pickled onions also had a nice acidity to complement the rich flavors. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Dominican Breakfast - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped by this store to get lunch for take out. My first time at this place, so took me few minutes to understand how it works. Their lunch combo is one protein with rice or fries and side of beans. Multiple people are on the other side of counter to quickly prepare your meal and pack it to go. All the items are already cooked and kept warm in trays. I got the oxtail which was decent. Nice was soft but not fluffy, it was more like sticky rice kind. The portion is quite big. I finished my whole plate easily. I am now curious to try some of their other items like stew chicken, goat and liver. The store itself has old aging appearance. There are tables inside to sit and dine. The servers are nice and kind. read more

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You won't feel overcharged for the quality they serve. The workers handle service efficiently and courteously. Though not large, Latin American Restaurant stays tidy and feels comfortable. Every menu option proves their consistency. Next time I'm close, I'll be eating here. read more

This spot deserves praise but I fear it becoming too popular. The restaurant maintains steady traffic. Their cooking techniques beat costly restaurants. The employees maintain professionalism consistently. This spot has earned my confidence. read more

The delivery process is painful. if you dont speak spanish well your order might noy make it to the correct location. The delivery guy didn't even want to cme indoors to deliver the food until i instructed him to do so. This is a cash only place. The food is good but be ready for the frustration. read more

It started pouring rain out of nowhere. I had no umbrella and my hands started to feel cold. Suddenly, i was reminded of Eddie Santiago upon looking at the awning, clearly aged and weather worn. The sando had a well portioned cut to the bite. Whether it was marinated or stewed, it carried a distinct signature of "local" ethnic food. There was a moment where i took a bite that was enamored with mayo half way into the first Sando. And to that effect, it felt like copping a hero sando at the store across the street as an elementary school kid in Bushwick. Que Sabroso! read more

Latin American Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

I LOVE this place! The food is always super delicious! The service is awesome! I always have Mary as my server and she is fantastic! This place reminds me a lot of the hole in the wall back home.... Great food, great service in a very unpretentious atmosphere! read more

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This is the first time I've ever tried mofongo so I don't have the proper comparisons I could make to how good or how bad it could be...but I really enjoyed it a lot. I chose the chicken mofongo and when I saw the plate, I thought this isn't enough food but it was hearty and filling. The chicken on top was mostly bone but thankfully there is meat inside of the dish as well. The broth in the cup tastes a bit similar to consome at a tacqueria but it was tasty and not too salty. They have green hot sauce by the table which elevates the dish as well. The texture was nice, soft but you do need the broth to get the flavor. The salad was boring but it is what it is. I really enjoyed the meal and I would like to try it with pork next time. I left really full and very satisfied to have tried something new that I really enjoyed. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Mofongo with chicken - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

This business just lost a loyal dining customer due to a very arrogant and pompous lady in charge of taking orders over the phone. For an inquiring client for a catering order, no one should be told to "take your budget to a pizza place" especially when the client is willing to adjust. Worst of all, this lady who has zero customer service hang up the phone and exuded an attitude of I-have-other-customers-I-don't-need-your-business. The most rude I've ever encountered! I feel sorry for the hardworking waiters there as this ill-mannered lady instantly reflected a very bad service. Avoid 100% especially after checking Health Dept. violation history here. read more

Catching up on reviews from Pre-Covid times... Food: 4/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Service: 3.5/5 Overall: I've been coming to this place for years and everytime I come back to NY I make it a point to come to this place. Food: Carne Guisada - 4/5 - Rice, plantains, beef, potatoes, and carrots...uh yes please! This is my second go to when they don't have carne ripiada. It's a hearty meal at a very good price. Ambiance: It is a hole in the wall but the food is worth it for me. Service: So it can be hit or miss. Some can be friendly...some can be rude. But usually they are pretty nice to me when i attempt to speak in spanish. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Carne Guisada - YUM! - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

The perfect latin american deli that I was craving while in flatiron. There are plenty of trendy, pricey places to have lunch, but for a homey feel and delicious food, this is the place to go. Inside it's nice and warm (from the grill/oven), and this is compounded by the cozy interior and bustling staff. I ordered at the counter and was quickly met with my food at a nearby table. The tables extend far in the back, so its a great place to excape the noise of the city or to sit and eat with family. I got the cuban sandwich, fries, and a coffee which were all perfect. The portions were large, and great for a reasonable price. The fries were perfect: crispy, FLAKEY, hot, and fluffy inside. The sandwich is also really solid, and this would be my go to lunch spot if i was closer. The coffee was dark roast and delicious. Really enjoyed my meal there and hope to be back soon read more

PROS 1. Beef Stew is Tender and Good. 2. Chicken Noodle Soup is Flavorful. 3. Mangu is well made. 4. Baked Chicken is Flavorful. 5. Friendly Staff. CONS 1. Chicken Stew is Tender but needs more Flavor. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Chicken Soup, Mangu and Chicken Stew. - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

My go to restaurant for Latin food. Delivery is cheap so I often call them. Food is reasonably priced and all good. I've recommended this spot to others in the past will continue to do so. Its part of my regular lineup of restaurants that I like to get food from. Pretty sure the delivery guy knows who I am by now. Only issue that I have is that they do not take card over the phone or are on a delivery app. I'd probably order from them more if they were. Usually if I have cash on me I'll reach out. All in all, great place to get Latin food in Chelsea. read more

Good: They updated the ceiling and repainted the restaurant. Bad: The chicken was VERY dry! Ugly: The staff should be more mindful when they speak Spanish in front of paying customers. The customers they talk negatively about, could secretly understand and speak the language! read more

A solid 3 stars. Given that there aren't many places to get authentic Spanish food, Latin American Restaurant is okay. I've had my coworkers rave about this place, so I was excited to try it out as sometimes I'm craving good Spanish food. The day I went I ordered a Cuban sandwich, with a side of madueros. Good, but not great. Not your typical Cuban sandwich. I found the Cuban sandwich very dry, i was dipping it with the mojito they left on the table. Since when does a Cuban sandwich need more flavor? However, once again.. for the area it is good. I'm also comparing it to Sophie's and anything is better then that. The madueros were way undercooked. They were a bit hard, pretty burnt and not sweet. Their staff is super friendly, and their prices are great. For the price, you can't beat it. read more

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The tripe soup with rice is delicious. If I wasn't in a rush, I would've ordered the shrimp soup with rice

food wise its good, not great just good. prices are normal and should come with more stuff but it does not. The place looks blah, it was so hot inside that people asked for a fan or the ac to be turned on. its not winter people, keep the air flowing. I had the yellow rice with goat and red beans. Not everyone can cook goat but this one was good. it needed a bit more heat, but i guess that is for the people that don't like it hot and they provide a hot sauce. It was a lot of bones, so not a fan that much. The rice was well cooked, not grainy or pasty(sticky). Service was better than the food/decor of the place. Might give them another shot, since the competition is not carribean per se (sophies) .its cooked to other standards in my opinion. read more

Service was ok, not the friendliest. The cashier was at least smiling, possibly because he was collecting the cash. I ordered the baked chicken, black beans and yellow rice. The baked chicken was overly cooked, it was so hard my knife refused to slice the meat. I eventually had to use my fingers to pull the meat a part. Wasn't truly seasoned well, I'm associated basic seasons were used. The yellow rice was flavorless, not even salt was added. Thank goodness for the black beans. The beans were actually flavored and brought the rice to life. I've had better Dominican food in the Bronx. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Baked chicken...was too hard, I was unable to cut this with a knife - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

Asked for rice and beans, the woman behind the counter said they only had brown rice and no beans. Turns out the brown rice was actually white rice and beans together, the color from the beans rubbed off. There is a lack of clarity here. Another woman stepped in and told me that the beans were already in the rice and you have grrrrravy. Grrrrravy translation was a way of telling me to shut up about trying to get clarity. Spend your hard earned money elsewhere. read more

I had the lunch special at this restaurant which was really underwhelming and not much value for the $8.70 that I paid for. The food itself is decent, tasty and good but certainly not great and the portions were on the small side so it's the type of place which you try once and never return to again. I posted a picture of my lunch which consisted of one chicken leg and the rest of it was just rice and beans, no salad, nothing. Unfortunately, there are not a lot of options in the area if you're looking for some kind of Carribean/Spanish food so this is pretty much the only choice you have. However, as a general lunch option in the area what they have to offer leaves much to be desired. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Grilled chicken leg with rice and beans lunch special was $8.70 with tax. - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

RECOMMENDED This review is based upon more than thirty visits to this restaurant: I'm a big fan of the Latin American Restaurant. It is a very sparely decorated and homey space with TVs featuring soccer games and Hispanic soaps.The friendly and hard working waitresses wear red uniforms and baseball caps. The aforementioned waitresses take orders quickly after your arrival and food arrives quickly.In my experience, I've always been able to get a seat at peak lunch times. On 2/26/16 I lunched here and ordered a Cuban Sandwich.The bread was fresh, with a perfect texture. The cheese was melted nicely and further melted in my mouth as I tasted it.The interior pork and ham was moist, tasty and not fatty.It was a delicious sandwich! As an alternative to the Cuban Sandwich, when I desire a heavier lunch, I order the Pernil (Roast Pork Shoulder) entree which comes with rice and beans. I choose my rice yellow and my beans black. The entree arrives with a plentiful, fatty, but not too fatty, portion of dark pork with a falling off the bone texture.It is seasoned exceptionally and always arrives with a nice amount of pork skin.The rice and bean sides are ample in portion and very flavorful. The price tag for this great lunch is about $12.00, after tip. The Latin American Restaurant is and will remain a vital part of my lunch rotation. It should be part of yours if you work near the 20 or 30 blocks of Manhattan. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Cuban Sandwich - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

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More like 3.5 stars. If I want Dominican food near my job, this is the only place to get it from. Sophie's doesn't count because its not the same. We first came for lunch in the middle of the summer, bad mistake. There is no air conditioning!!!!!?!!!?!!?!!!!!! It was way too hot to really enjoy anything during the summer. I had the oxtail stew with arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas) for $8.99. It wasn't the best that I had and it wasn't the worst. This place will do if I want Dominican food. The price is okay for the area. Next time, delivery or takeout! read more

Latin American Restaurant - Lechon asada - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

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Latin American Restaurant serves precisely that, Latin American fare. I know, real original right? The restaurant is super crowded during week days as people come in and chow down in a place that looks like it used to be a diner but is now pipin' with Latin American specialties across the board. Best thing about this place is they feature real authentic stuff and at a rock bottom prices. Some recommended items are their daily $5.99/$6.99 specials like the Carne Guisada (beef stew) or Lechon Asado (Roast Pork). Its nice to be able to eat here but delivery is also very quick. They're one of the places I know that has a $3.00 minimum. A couple of snapples and they're ready to go! Some of the waitresses are a little pushy here, but thats only because they're in a hurry. It may not be the most recommended setting, but the crowd rush dies out around 4PM and after. It might be worth checking out for cheap but yummy dinner. read more

This place is a great option for lunch in the Flatiron district and sometimes I just want to have some Latin food! For Lunch I had the Daily Special. Lechon Asado (Roast Pork) $6.99 with rice & beans- the dish is good, the pork is savoury, chunky, not overly chopped to tinny piece, and it was not too dry. Rated 4/5. Decor: don't expect too much. This place is for basic Latin food that is fresh and good. Tips: Friends/co-workers tell me they serve great breakfast too; opens at 7AM. Dinner? No, they close early at 6PM. Cash only. read more

This small, family owned Dominican republic restaurant is located on 26th St, between 6th and Broadway. They have a counter for those who want to sit and chat with the wait staff and also tables in the back for those who want to have a bit more privacy. I got the beef and chicken empanadas and they were Perfect !!! Made with flour and fried, the filling was tasty, delicious and plenty of it..... They do not skimp on the meat. I also got a Lechon Asado meal, which came with white rice and black beans....Very good too !! The empanadas are $1.50 each and the dinner was $8. What a steal for its location near Broadway, the Flatiron area and the Fashion district. Stop by when you have a craving for Caribbean food and you will not be disappointed. I also saw on the menu....Mofongo, Cabrito, Patitas, Mondongo and many other Latin American delicacies !! read more

Went here for lunch as part of weekly team outing. Everything about this place was too authentic for your average white-collar office plankton. Starting with the smell, menu which does not describes dishes, and poor service. Dining room was too hot. Chairs are somewhat small. And service is non-existent due to the volume of people eating here. Finally it is overpriced to for the experience received: just 4 blocks away is a superb place that would be happy to amaze you for the same price level. I am giving this place 2 start because it is not hopeless, it may be an interesting experience to visit once if you are hungry for unusual food and happen to be on this block. At the same time, if only the price was cut down to 50% - my rating would jump up for sure. But at the same time dining room was filled, so I guess there is no shortage of guests. Count this place as an authentic Spanish dormitory-grade food place. read more

I thought I would give props to this place, which is one of my favorite places in NYC to eat. This is a Dominican restaurant with home cooking style food. The inside looks like a cheap NYC diner, but the food can't be beat. I have been going here for years and I have tried almost everything on the menu by now. I like their stewed meat dishes the best. The meat is always soft and moist - it just falls off the bone. In my opinion, the pollo guisado, pernil, chicarron de pollo, carne guisada, pollo al horno, chuletas, bistec encebollado, and rabo are ALL excellent. I have had those dishes several times and they never disappoint. The chivo is also good (but sometimes a little tough) and the carne frita is good, but can be dry. The dishes come with white rice or yellow rice, and black beans or red beans. I find the rice and beans to also be consistently good.The best deal is their lunch special, which is only $6-$7. read more

Nothing special. Cuban sandwich was too light on pickles and mustard. Maduros were too hard and not warm. Service was mixed... Some people were nice others not as much. Disappointed. read more

Great place for a Latin-American dish. The Service was excellent, they have food ready to eat and other dishes you can have prepared. Food came out of the kitchen very quick. The taste was great. We had 3 different dishes and they were all very tasty and delicious. The servings are pretty generous. Also prices are very accessible. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Rice with shrimp (arroz con camarones. - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

Authentic Latino restaurant food is on point , their prices are respectable giving the fact where it is located in the flatiron / Chelsea area , sometimes when you order over the phone they either rush you on taking your order (not always though) or they'll put you on hold for a period of time (not to get discouraged about it though) just so that you are aware of what you might experience , also they close super early by 4:30pm so make sure you put in your order before their deadline , they don't stay open for dinner or a late lunch so that's out neither do they open on Sundays which really sucks. Besides that I will have to give them the priority over any other latino restaurants in the area , BE ADVISED THEIR FLAVOR WITH THEIR FOOD IS SPOT ON !! I will always be willing to order from them , very authentic taste better than your local Chipotle and or Taco Bell guarantee you that !!! read more

Great dominican food for very inexpensive prices. The staff its super friendly and efficient. If you order to deliver you get your order fast. FYI keep that cash handy they don't accept credit cards. I recommend the sancocho its there every day soup great flavor.. If you want avocado salad they seem to always be out of avocados..hmm very odd for a dominican place ... read more

This place hits the spot when I am feeling just a wee bit homesick for some Dominican food. The breakfast is good and filling and just like Mami would make: mangu with onions, queso frito, salami, and eggs. Yummy. Lunch can be hit or miss. In the tradition of most Dominican restaurants everywhere, their beans are bland and watered down compared to the homemade stuff I am used to. The maduros are tasty. I am a fan of their spaghetti lunch special. Service is always friendly and their delivery is almost supernaturally fast. Holy cow! read more

If I continue ordering from this place I may turn vegetarian. The food has lately been such a hit or miss. The beef stew (carne guisada) is supposed to be a soft meat, instead it's very muscle-ly, hard to the knife and hard to eat. Additionally, I gave up on the chicken empanadas, which ALWAYS have bones and the inedible parts of a chicken thigh, for example. Why not cook these with boneless meat rather than crushing the chicken pieces with their bones to stuff an empanada? The chicken soup was also once a favorite and is now off the list, due to the excessive amount of bones is the soup and bad parts of the chicken. Delivery is fast and courteous however. I can look past the customer service in the restaurant if the food were better quality. Please improve!! read more

Really awesome mofongo and a total hole in the wall joint.

Domo, Domo, Domo Perfect if you wanna see a girl flash her thong to other patrons. Perfect if you love garlic mojito and want to drench tostones with it. Perfect if you want your waitress to spill a cup of ice on the table. Perfect if you love spending no money and being given the itis when you finish 70% of your food. Perfect if you wanna hear a human parakeet. read more

pretty awesome. I used to work a block away from this spot and ate lunch at least once a week. They deliver, but its great eating in as well. There is a counter if you're in a rush and seating in the back. Service is usually pretty fast and friendly. Lunch specials are a great price. Food is quality Latin American (please do not get it confused with Mexican). They have a damn good cuban I hear (I don't eat pork so I wouldn't know), but they also have a bangin' chicken sandwich-stew style. I've tried most of the menu and liked it all. Everything isn't great, but nothing is bad. My only caution is don't come here after 5. I was feeling nostalgic one day and tried to come back for dinner. MISTAKE: they were closing up and didn't have anything I wanted left. I guess that's the beauty of daily cooked home style food...when it's gone it's gone. HUNGRY HIPPO PICK: anything with the stewed chicken (my pick is sandwich, but sometimes you just feel like having fries too) read more

I came here a few times with my colleagues for lunch when I don't want anything fancy. Restaurant is conveniently located a block away from my office. Food is alright, no frill, grab your seat, order, and food will come in no time. I had pork and chicken stews .. meats could've been a bit more tender. Most dishes served with rice and beans. I usually slap my meal with hot sauce to add some more flavor. I always feel like I'm in South America every time I eat here. There's always soap opera playing on an old school TV in the corner. read more

Latin American Restaurant - Stew Pork - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

Stumbled across this gem on accident. I was in the city for a few days, and I had a few hours to kill so I started strolling the neighborhood for somewhere to eat. I came across a Chipotle and thought, "There's no way I'm eating at an eff'in Chipotle in New York." As I kept walking, I nearly missed the place, but back pedaled and went in because the door was wide open. There's an ATM almost immediately in front of the entrance, which is convenient since the place is cash only. Upfront there's a diner top, but the space balloons out in the back with more tables. The servers and cooks were all very friendly and chatty, which is always nice. I opted for a a chicken sandwich and a drink, and that came out to about $8, which was very reasonable for the size of the sandwich. I took a risk eating chicken at an unknown diner in Manhattan, but I survived; and it was delicious. I will be back there in a few weeks to try other dishes! read more

Food here is amazing. I stop by twice a month on my way to work for breakfast. Takes me back to DR and the way its made there. Owners are very friendly. read more