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    Lorena's Empanadas

    4.5 (21 reviews)

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    Cheese Empanada and Mushroom Empanada
    Mitchell A.

    My husband and I have passed here so many times and always said we wanted to stop in, and we finally did! We were greeted by Javi who had a big smile on his face and offered up suggestions on what to get. We each got a cheese empanada and then I got mushroom and my husband got the pork. They were DELICIOUS! Authentic Chilean empanadas made to order, they offer different sauces to dip in too. We ordered a red pepper aioli and the cilantro lime crema, both incredible. The entire time we were there was beautiful Latino music playing. It was the perfect lunch - we will be back ASAP to visit Javi and Lorena!

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    Jayne H.

    I finally got a chance to try Lorena's Empanadas and I was not disappointed at all. The owner, Lorena, was there, cooking away. The staff is friendly. I ordered the cheese and meat empanadas with a side of chili sauce. The empanadas were made right then and there and were fresh and hot. When I got home to eat them, the dough was crisp and not overcooked. The meat was a little spicy but not crazy hot and delicious. The cheese empanada was equally delicious and the sauce was a nice touch - just the right amount of spice. I highly recommend going here - you will NOT be disappointed!

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    Great staff and fresh made delicious food. We will be back the next time we are in the area

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    Small venue and fantastic people putting out great tasting empanadas! Definitely worth the stop.

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    great empanadas, good service, small place, ideally suited for takeout. some outdoor seating.

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    Vida Cantina

    Vida Cantina

    3.8
    (447 reviews)
    13.8 mi
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    Vida cantina hit the spot for me, as someone who just moved here from southern CA and has been…read moremissing the Mexican food we get down there! You walk in and the vibe is fun, colorful, and eclectic. It reminded me of a classic Mexican restaurant with a tasteful, funky modern touch. My watermelon margarita was incredible and we got the salsa trio that had a good mix of spicy mango salsa, a mild but flavorful green salsa, and fresh pico de gallo style. The chips did taste homemade but if not still enjoyed the thicker corn style chip you don't usually find in restaurants! We each got 3 street tacos and all were great, even the sweet potato taco! The chicken was chopped a bit thick for street taco style but it was still great flavor, and rice was a bit salty but not unbearable. The service was also incredible, I love a restaurant that boxes up your leftovers for you and our server was super super attentive and friendly. We will be back!!

    Ambiance is great! Lively interior with a wraparound bar and lots of booth seating…read more In terms of service, the host was not very attentive. We (parents and a toddler) arrived hungry after driving two hours and had a hard time getting his attention at times. We arrived before 6pm on a Friday but still there was a wait. Once we were seated, the server was pretty prompt and really friendly, though generally service was somewhat slow with a wait for food. We were waiting almost an hour for entrees and about to change our order to to-go because of stress with our exhausted toddler, but of course that's when the food arrived. We had to shovel it in and leave. The food was the most disappointing part. The chips are clearly not homemade. The salsa didn't have much flavor, and the guacamole was a huge letdown. It had a dull green color and very "slop" style texture (think sour cream texture, not chunky like real guac) that all pointed to store bought / not fresh. I had the chicken enchiladas, and the sides of rice (so salty) and beans (very soupy) brought down an already undesirable dish. The enchiladas were cooked nicely but far too cheesy. The green sauce was nearly tasteless, the red sauce is what made it all edible. Wouldn't ever really come back here. I wish I could say something more positive!

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    Terlingua

    Terlingua

    4.4
    (501 reviews)
    37.4 mi
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    If you're in Portland and haven't been to Terlingua yet, you're missing out. I've been several…read moretimes and I make a point to bring every out of town guest there because it's not just a meal, it's an experience. This weekend I took my best friend and it was perfect, even in the middle of winter. The deck is still open with plenty of space heaters and even heated seat cushions. We actually got so warm we had to peel off layers, which feels like a small miracle in Maine. The two of us love a marg & taco outing, and make a point to scope out the best of the best. We started with chips and salsa and some queso, which were the perfect kickoff. Then we ordered the street corn succotash, my absolute favorite. It's packed with flavor and topped with the most delicious, salty cotija cheese that pulls everything together. I crave that dish. We split the smoked brisket tacos and the smoked pork carnitas tacos, and both were outstanding. The meat was smoky and tender, the flavors were bold without being overdone, and every bite delivered. And the margaritas? Excellent and refreshing. Exactly what you want alongside that food. On top of all that, the staff is consistently wonderful. Every single time we've gone, our waitstaff has been charming, attentive, and genuinely helpful with recommendations. They strike that perfect balance of checking in without hovering, and they make you feel welcome from start to finish. Terlingua never disappoints. Great atmosphere, incredible food, thoughtful touches that keep you cozy even in winter, and a team that clearly cares about the experience.

    First night and meal in Portland Maine and we started off at Terlingua. We had a large group so we…read moreended up doing the family style dinner which was $55 a person but let me tell you, you get some much food. We started of with what they called snacks... That being Chip, Guacamole, and Salsa. I will say I was a bag fan of the Guacamole. I was very was seasoned and very fresh. So for the mains them Family Style comes with Smoked Prime Brisket, Pork Shoulder (Pulled Pork), and the Rotating Daily BBQ which for us I believe were Burnt Ends which are one of my favorites. For the side we had Mac & Cheese Cornbread w/ Honey Butter, House BBQ Sauce & Spicy Vinegar with Pickles and Salad. To start with the sides that Mac & Cheese was really good but the winner was for the the Cornbread with the Honey Buter. The 2 just paired together so well. For the mains my favorites were the Smoked Prime Brisket and the Burnt Ends. The Brisket was good., probably not in my top 3 all time but for sure a must try. The Burnt Ends were also very good. You can't always get Burnt Ends but when you can it's for sure a must. We really enjoyed Terlingua and can't thank the staff enough for working with us for this event. For sure a must stop in Portland when you have a big party. Just plan ahead because they are so helpful to work with.

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