Sophia and I ate lunch here on a pretty weekend day. This was actually the 2nd time we ate here…read more Back in 2017 or 2018, we had lunch with friends from a social group. So, let's find out how the visit went. There weren't a lot of people inside and there was only one waitress attending to tables. They have a bar area, tables and booths. We decided to eat near the entrance to their supermarket. It took a while for us to roam through the menu, but decided on what we wanted a few minutes after getting seates. I chose a 1/2 chicken with two sides (fried yucca and french fries). The Peruvian chicken was pretty good and flavorful. Both the fried yucca and fries could've been seasoned more, but were plentiful. I actually saved half of my meal for takeout and tasted well for dinner. Unfortunately, the bad part of our visit was the decor. The restaurant is located in a strip mall which has seen better days. Seats at the booth are torn up.....literally. The tables are outdated. The floor is in pretty bad shape, especially near the bar area. And in the bathroom, the paper towel dispenser was not connected to the wall and instead, laying on the floor. It's not comfortable washing your hands and then turning it sideways where you can get paper. I really don't mean to sound mean,, but the decor alone would turn folks away. It needs a big renovation all around. Hopefully, down the road, they can upgrade or they may become a thing of the past :(

Portions are HUGE. The food was so flavorful and delicious. The server was friendly but told us the…read morefood would take 15 mins (we got it to go), ended up going to the dollar tree and came back and have to wait at least another 15 mins. We also got tres leches and I don't know about that one. I love tres leches and I think it may have been on the old side. Despite that, I'd still return because the food was worth it.

THE HIDDEN GEM OF NEWPORT NEWS!!! Calling this place a hole in the wall does it a disservice. The…read moreatmosphere is very warming the moment you walk in, the music was pleasant, the art and decor is simple but beautiful, the bar is small but well stocked, and the seating is very open and easily accessible. As for the food, it was AMAZING!!! Myself and my family came in about an hour and a half before closing, and we were served everything fresh as if they had just opened. Full of flavor, plentiful portions, and equally exceptional service from our waitress This is our new go to lunch and dinner date spot, and we cannot wait to introduce our friends and family to El Fogon

This is a new restaurant and while it had 3 stars looking at reviews someone rated it pre new…read moremanagement and name change so i decided to give it a try. It is unique in the fact they have numerous Latin cuisisines, Puerto Rican, Colombian, Mexican and a few more. Everything we got was delicious and the margaritas, numerous to choose from were delicious and large. The service was slow and that's my only reason for 4 stars but the bartender was helpful and efficient with bringing all drinks out together.

Service was amazing, It was a bit empty when we got there around 7 but towards 9 it really started…read moreto pick up. Prices were really good, $17 for a carne asada plate is good to me. Place looked clean, they have a few casino machines. It looks like they also offer entertainment after hours like karaoke. DJ booth and lights. Guys the food!! 10/10 great taste!! Torta was our favorite full of flavor and NOT dry. Meat tastes seasoned very well.

My #1 place to eat for some authentic Hispanic food. I love how convenient the menu is. They don't…read moreonly have Mexican food but food from other South American countries. This place is amazing and as a Hispanic i definitely approve. The service is great and the atmosphere is just how you would imagine a Mexican restaurant to be. 10/10

Best food ever, and for a low price! I had the best curry chicken ever. I think I found a new go to…read moreplace.

GUMBO! Yep GUMBO. you better beat me to the truck when it's on the menu because I'm gonna buy the…read moreentire pot (muy delicioso). Shrimp taco's are delicious along with the chicken and beef empanadas. My nefrew loves the banana pudding.

This business is in a really cool shared restaurant space. There are several restaurant vendors…read morethat occupy the space that you can buy from. I had the Cajun cream pasta with lamb chops. I haven't had something this good in a very long time. The food was gorgeous. It tasted amazing. The venue was small and cute. They did have indoor seating, but I took my food to go. The woman who attended to me was very nice and was able to shed light on the set up of the miniature food hall. I definitely will be returning.

I ordered twice from Issa's empanada. Food was always SOOO GOOD!!! Now I'm trynna order and ISSAAA…read moreNOOO why you not open food too good.

Empanadas are delicious, and Marcelo is lovely to talk to. Vegan option available too! Best food to…read moreeat on campus, I get an empanada from him almost every day!

I am so happy that this place started serving food near my workplace - I used to get these…read moreempanadas when I went to VCU. They are delicious and filling - my favorite is packed with beef, hard-boiled egg, olive, and onion, and this combination of flavors really has a lot of flavor. The bread tastes and feels very fresh and is nicely chewy and firm. The salsa that is served with the empanada is also really good, with a nice tangy taste. The owner of the cart has always been the same guy, and he's really great. He is always very kind and polite, and you can tell he cares a lot about his business and his customers. From studying at VCU, to now working downtown, it puts me in a good mood to see this business thriving.

Stumbled upon Empanada Market by mistake - and it turned out to be a perfect mistake! They have…read moreover 30 different types of empanadas, each one bursting with delicious flavors. The family's Argentinian roots shine through and it's clear they take pride in keeping their family recipe and flavor alive. You can also buy them frozen and bake them at home!

Lovely little storefront serving up multiple flavors of empanadas! They offer both ready to eat and…read moreprepare at home empanadas, making this a great spot for lunch or if you need something fun to bring home for dinner/entertaining. I've been able to enjoy their empanadas at a variety of farmers/flea markets and was excited to see they had a brick & mortar as well! I have only tried the ready to eat options which were absolutely flavorful, crispy and delicious. They do have a small amount of seating here but it appears to mainly be a takeout spot. The staff is really nice and offered recommendations to me. Overall, this is a great spot to grab a snack or a quick lunch. Pro-tip, make sure to try their chimichurri sauce with your empanada selections it really elevates it!

Leave it to media outlets like Channel 13 in the Hampton Roads area to highlight local eateries…read more Weeks ago, their Friday Flavor segment featured this little spot which serves Argentinian food. Empanadas, sandwiches and other finger foods. Keeping it simple for customers. Last weekend, Sophia and I drove from the Peninsula to see if the hype was legit. Walking inside, we were greeted by one of the sisters who was featured on the segment. They had a few tables where you can sit or you can order takeout. It was very clean with decor on the walls and music from the 70s to the 90s was playing throughout. Very calm during our visit. Let me use my three favorite Yelp words to describe the food: pretty damn good. For apps, we order beef empanadas. Pretty nice size and cooked perfectly. The beef and veggies were well seasoned. Their chimichurri sauce that you can add definitely brought extra flavor. Nothing overpowering at all. For our meal (and takeout), we both chose their chicken milanesa sandwich, which is a popular Argentinian dish. They were pretty big and hearty. From the thinly sliced chicken to the amount of veggies, everything worked pretty well. This trip was truly worth it. Catching local diamonds in the rough like Tango Bites is one hobby I love. You know we'll be back here :)

Made it out to Tango Bites near VB Blvd and Newtown Rd. Exceptional customer service, immaculate…read moreeating area and fantastic food. Empanadas were fresh and delightful. Milanese Sandwiches were delicious. Go indulge and taste some wonderful Argentinian food. I can't wait to go back and try other things....especially those desserts!