Delicious Taste of Colombia in Rialto - La Paisita is a Gem!…read more I'm so excited that La Paisita just opened in the Rialto area because it is absolutely AMAZING. I ordered the bandeja paisa, arepa con queso, and empanadas de carne, and every single dish was incredibly delicious. The bandeja paisa was perfectly prepared and beautifully presented -- flavorful meats, fresh ingredients, and generous portions. You can tell everything is made with care and authenticity. The arepa con queso was warm, soft, and packed with cheesy goodness. And the empanadas de carne? Crispy on the outside, savory and perfectly seasoned on the inside. Honestly, some of the best I've had. I also tried their maracuyá (passion fruit) juice, and when I say they give you a HUGE cup -- I mean humongous! It was refreshing, perfectly sweet and tangy, and the portion size alone makes it worth it. Another standout was their version of pico de gallo -- fresh, vibrant, and so flavorful. It complemented everything beautifully. The ambiance is super cute and welcoming. The design makes it feel cozy yet lively -- a great place to sit down and enjoy a meal with family or friends. On top of that, the customer service was very pleasant and attentive. They really make you feel appreciated as a guest. Portions are generous, presentation is on point, flavors are authentic -- La Paisita is definitely a must-try if you're in the Rialto area. I will absolutely be coming back! Highly recommend!

This place went out of business (no surprise) there is a new restaurant there. Although I haven't…read moregone to the new place I did call and they speak English.

My second visit to this restaurant. The first visit was five stars…read more This time I ordered the Carne Asada plate. I was not disappointed. The beef was very tender and did not have much fat. I love the rice and beans. The empanadas were delicious as were the fried plantains Miguel, who waited on me. the first time was super busy this time, however, he was able to provide excellent service to all of the guests that were there! This is a very quiet and cute little restaurant. I'm going to try their Buena Park location next. But their Long Beach location is still five stars.!

The place was a dive just one person serving ,cashier and not being profesional not asking if we…read moreneeded anything more the place Looked dirty & a bad neighborhood clean it up

First time trying Colombian food and it was a great experience. The empanadas were one of the best…read moreI've had. The other dish I got was good too, can't remember the name, but it hit. You can see the pics. I'd come back here again.

The food is the winner here. Flavorful, fresh, crispy. Delicious!…read moreWe (group of 3 adults) ordered one combination plate that included: - grilled chicken, steak, shrimp, pork belly, plantain, avocado, lime slices - sides of a plate of rice & red beens - tossed green salad - basket of French fries Plus an order of chicken empanadas (3). Packed with tasty shredded chicken. Petite dining area is comfortable, clean, festive. About 12 tables. We arrived at 11am, close to opening. By the time we left (12:30pm) every table was taken. One attentive waitress adequately took care of all guests with a smile. Parking is limited. Enter alley to parking lot thru Taco Bell parking lot. La Chiva shares 8 slots with a couple other businesses. No entrance to restaurant from parking lot. You have to walk thru the alley to Beach Street entrance. The food is worth the inconvenience.

Excellent food and Service! Chris, the bartender is a…read moremixology genius! He brings the drinks to a different level. We had the Tamal and the Scallops Crudo and Pollo. The food was creative and delicious. Jack our waiter was awesome. We will be back....

We went last night with a friend and we like the vibes of the restaurant.they have great cocktails…read more They have rotating menus for summer. We enjoyed the Chicharron appetizer, chicken and Lechon. We got a very attentive and friendly server. This is we consider a neighborhood gem . The only negative is the parking, we went Friday night and can't imagine what is like on Saturday and Sunday nights

It seems the restaurant has closed. We are sad - we wish the staff best of their Christmas.read more

Everything was so good ! I brought my Colombian grandma here and she loved it ! The music , food…read moreagua Frescas Literally everything was soo good ! I've had Colombian food before at different restaurants and this places tops it . The food was cooked perfectly and came out at a good time. The service was great she was very friendly and professional. The inside was so cute as well , I came here when it use to be culichi town and it looks so different (More upscale romantic vibes now) . I can't wait to go back and take my friends so they can try authentic Colombian food for the first time .

Omg - this restaurant was AMAZING! Best Peruvian restaurant that we have ever been to. (Never been…read moreto a Colombian but it was wow.) The soup that they start you off with is delicious, the rotisserie chicken was soft and juicy and had crispy skin that made my mouth water, the lomo saltado with the green pasta was life changing, the pasta stir frye was perfect, and the alfajores were SO darn good. The cookie was melt in your mouth soft and buttery and the dulce de leche was perfect. I would DEFINITELY come back anytime we're in the area. Also, the service was warm, attentive, and made you feel right at home.

Unfortunate incident today at lunch at this restaurant. I ordered a 1/4 chicken plate with beans…read moreand chaufa which is an upgraded side dish for $4 more and my wife a similar plate. The waitress brought a full order + a side of rice and charged $24 for the chaufa. When I noted this, she said I thought you wanted both. No apology and she refused to take it off the bill. and so lunch for my wife and I was $75 due to her mistake!!! I didn't want to make a scene, but this place now seems less friendly and poorly managed compared to the great place it once was. I've enjoyed many good meals here, but the last few times, the food quality is lower, portions smaller, and the service less friendly. What happened??? They lost a loyal customer and sadly don't seem to care. Their passion (and their crowds) are gone...Avoid.

I hah a big order if empanadas! My first time trying them and they were delicious!!! It was really…read moreeasy to make the order over the phone, José was very helpful when taking it! Food quality was great, definitely will come back!!

I've been coming to Donde Adela for years, and over time I've sadly noticed the quality of the food…read morego down while the prices continue to go up. We ordered takeout today, and the buñuelos were undercooked inside..doughy, crumbly, and not fully cooked through. They're definitely not supposed to be like that. What made it more disappointing is that they're about $6 each. At that price, I expect much better quality. We also ordered a bandeja paisa. The carne asada was tough and lacked flavor, and the beans honestly tasted canned and bland. Again, I could overlook some of this if the food were reasonably priced, but this plate is over $30. On a positive note, the patacón con todo was good, chorizo had flavor and the jugo de lulo en agua was good and refreshing. Overall, the experience was just okay. It's disappointing to see a place I used to enjoy lose some of its quality over the years. Unfortunately, for the price, I'll probably go elsewhere for Colombian food in the future

Amazing. Nice mom n pop shop. Quickly ordered empanadas, almojabanas, and yuca fritas. Tasted super…read morefresh at an affordable price. Highly recommend. And we got the raspberry and mango juice. So freaking good. They also were playing the Mexico v South Korea game when we arrived.

Comida hecha con amor. La bandeja paisa venia bien cargadita y el calentao estaba sabroso 10/10read more