Went to Pio Pio in Ballantyne on a Saturday night. Parking at Blakeney can be tricky but wasn't too…read morebad this time. The restaurant is small but clean with a good vibe. We ordered rotisserie chicken, carne asada, and chicken and beef empanadas. The chicken was excellent--juicy with crispy skin. Carne asada was solid too, tender with good flavor. Both empanadas were good, but the chicken was the winner. Service was quick, food came out hot, and portions were generous. Beer and wine only, no full bar. Overall, a great spot for a casual meal with really good food.

It's a small little restaurant but it's very cozy and cute and I was welcome when I walked in. It…read moresmelled good. I ordered a half chicken and some sides and I really particularly love that fried plantain that I ordered and I got the rice and a half a white chicken and it was very delicious. I like the way it was cooked. It's a pretty small chicken, but it was plenty for one lady -a male might want to order a whole one-it's kind of more like a big Cornish game hen The sides were good and it was a pleasant Restaurant . The chicken dish was a decent price for what you got especially nowadays not cheap but not expensive I would definitely go back there when I'm in that shopping center

I am glad I jumped on Yelp to find this place in Fort Mill. The atmosphere was great along with the…read moreservice. Now the food was great! I had the Columbian Plate. The steak was tasty and tender. I really liked the sausage and pork belly was very good. The empanadas for an appetizer were phenomenal!!! Try Mr Pollo it was delicious!!!

I honestly love the food here HOWEVER do not attempt to go with in the hour before they close…read more Every time they make you feel like they would prefer you not stay. They close at 9 we came at 8:15 for my daughters birthday and the young man Sammy advised "just to let you know we close in just over 40 minutes so I don't know if you are okay to feel rushed" this is the 3rd similar situation at this restaurant

Didn't even know this spot was back here until a friend suggested we meet for after work drinks and…read moreI happened to see this place while running errands nearby. Glad we came bc it was such a fun atmosphere and the margaritas were on point! We needed up just ordering appetizers and we fell in love with the gringo dip, such much so we ordered it twice. Looking forward to returning with my family.

Stopped by on a Sunday around 5:30pm. It wasn't busy at first, but by about 6:15 it started filling…read moreup pretty quickly. They had reggaeton playing, and everyone seemed to be having a good time. The vibe was casual and laid-back. We were brought warm chips and salsa right away, which was nice. Our waitress took our order, but she was pretty absent after that. It was hard to get more napkins and refills on our beer and soda. The fajitas for two were really good -- 5/5. The cilantro rice, though, was a 1/5. It was very dry and way too salty, which was disappointing. The elote (corn on the cob), which I was really excited about, was a 5/5. So good. One thing that also disappointed me was the guacamole. The menu says it's prepared tableside, which usually explains the higher price. However, that wasn't the case for us. It wasn't made at the table, so that was a little frustrating since it seemed like we were paying extra for that experience. Overall, the food was mostly great, but the customer service was lacking. It was frustrating because we could see people waiting, and we were ready to pay and leave to free up the table. It was just hard to get her attention for to-go boxes and the check, and it took a while before she came back. Maybe we'll try again at a slower time.

We've been coming in here since it opened. The new owner has decorated the place up a little bit…read moremore. The best part pretty much all the employees stayed. That is a wonderful staff. Eric Omar and Stewie. They have a few options on the menu that I really like.

Service is good . Had a kind server. The chicken burrito my partner got looked like canned chicken…read moreIMO. The chips are the most greasiest chips I have ever been served at a sit down Mexican establishment. Not to mention they are NOT brought out remotely even warm. Asked for a second basket of chips to make sure the first batch as a mistake.. nope second basket was no temperature. Must serve HOT chips at every authentic Mexican restaurant. The black bean soup was meh.. it too wasn't all that flavorful. With that said for the money spent. Will take out business elsewhere. Save your money .

Decided to come in here while we were waiting for a nearby restaurant to open. They are a Mexican…read morerestaurant slash bakery. Order: flan tres leche, green tea/vanilla/coffee macarons. The macarons were very good. $1.50 each (the size of a 50cent coin). They offered two types of flan: tres leche and de coco. I'm not a fan of coconut so I decided to try the three-milk one. It didn't have a milky flavor at all. It was more cheesy than milky or eggy. I was a little disappointed it was how I expected it to taste. They offer a variety of other desserts, come check them out!

Such a delight!…read more Driven by several times but stopped in for breakfast this morning. Great food, great service, amazing desserts and coffee. I know nothing about Columbian food so tried to order something with variety. The pork sausage was great, beans were so flavorful, roasted plantains that tasted like candy, perfect fried egg... Our service was very patient with my lack of Spanish and offered great suggestions. They sell whole bean coffee as well.

Ever since I saw Cabo Fish Taco on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, I knew I HAD to try it! ...I…read moreordered exactly what Guy Fieri got: Mango BBQ Mahi Mahi Tacos. If it's good enough for Guy, it's good enough for me! And let me tell you... SOOOO craveably delicious! Definitely lived up to the hype! If you buy the GoPlaySave coupon book (a common school fundraiser) you'll find a coupon for a buy one, get one entree so I even saved $17!

I visit CFT Ballantyne at least once weekly. Their staff are like family. They provide tip tier…read morecustomer service with efficiency, tips on good Menu items and the atmosphere is so relaxing. Their music is even enjoyable and unique like their tacos. My favorite is the Firecracker Shrimp tacos (not always available as it is a special). I recommend trying their specials when you can because they are so good! My children even enjoy eating here and they are picky. They have so many regulars and it feels like community. Good Job Guys! You are doing it right!

Lola is a hidden gem! If you're looking for an authentic experience eating Peruvian food then you…read moreneed to stop by here. The flavors are rich and vibrant, and you can tell everything is made with care. The staff is warm and welcoming, making the whole experience feel even more special. If I lived closer I would definitely visit more frequently!

I recently visited with a group of six, and we had a really enjoyable experience overall. The food…read moreand cocktails were good across the board --I especially loved the passion fruit pisco sour cocktail, which was refreshing and well-balanced. One thing that pleasantly surprised us was how reasonable the prices were, even for dishes like steak. It made it easy for everyone in our group to try a variety of items without feeling like we were overspending. The restaurant itself has a charming Peruvian-inspired decor that adds to the atmosphere and gives it a unique, welcoming vibe. Although we were the only customers during the two and a half hours we were there on a Thursday night, it didn't negatively impact our experience at all. If anything, it made for a relaxed and unhurried evening. That said, it does make me wonder if the shopping plaza location might be limiting their visibility, because the restaurant definitely deserves more attention. The service was great--our waitress was very kind and attentive throughout the evening. As a nice touch, one of our friends received a complimentary birthday dessert complete with a candle, which made the night feel extra special. Overall, I'd recommend Lola to anyone looking for flavorful food and cocktails, and a cozy dining experience.

I have to visit them in person. If its anything like what i got on delivery im sure itll make me…read morefeel right at home. Like honestly i lucked out this is the first cuban place i tried and theyre better at cuban food than what you'd get in miami. Which says ALOT. i love it. Cant wait to visit.

Lechon Asado (3/5): Wasn't a huge fan of the pork. There a lot of flavor and the texture was fairly…read moresoggy. The sides weren't great either. Pretty flavorless rice and beans and fried yuca that wasn't crispy enough or salty enough. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)