One has to look for pupusas in Asheville, but I found some on the west side of town. They were out…read moreof some items-notably the dessert empanadas-but the menu here did have a decent range of marked vegetarian options. It is mostly dairy as is common for this cuisine. Ordering two pupusas and a tamale yielded a lighter meal than I'd anticipated, with these being among the smaller such items I've ever had. The taste was solid, but I wasn't as impressed as I was hoping to be.

Every time I am in the Asheville area I have to stop here for the yucca frites with fried pork…read morebelly and crema. I can't even describe how perfectly crispy, crunchy, and fatty this dish is. The pupusas and agua Frescas of the day are also totally addicting. I try to order other items, but I can't seem to stop myself from getting these three as a base. Always friendly servers, as it is a family owned business, and you feel at home and welcomed in the laid back dining room. Be sure to stop here & then take yourself to the goodwill bins for some treasures! (Or vise versa depending on how hard you work to find said goodies at the bins)

Best pupusas in town. Great food, good prices, and good…read moreservice. Must try if you have never had a pupusa before.

Clarita's Pupuseria is tucked on Chimney Rock Rd--past J&M Farms on the right, before Nix Pumpkin…read morePatch. The flavor is over the top. For just $29 we got: * Two birria pupusas (must try) * One Salvadoran tamale (weekends only) * Two al pastor tacos * One tamarindo agua fresca How they price it so low, we'll never know. But wow. The man at the window is incredibly kind, speaks English, and makes sure you get exactly what you want. They serve three salsas at the table, have plenty of pupusa choices, and several tacos. Cannot recommend the birria pupusa enough. Cash, check, or Zelle only (no credit cards). Closed Tuesdays. Open until 8 PM. Definitely worth a visit.

Free chips with the tasty and memorable bean salsa and spicy salsa!…read more Loved this curry type fish dish I had (don't remember the name). Also tried other things with our big group. What I do remember was the feeling that this place had a nice server who smiled and checked in on us and attended to all of our needs even with a busy lunch. And also remember that their dishes were all great, honestly no complaints. Everything was well seasoned, texture-wise the dishes were all executed well. I was thinking I wish they were near me in MD because I would frequent this restaurant. Def a hidden gem here in Asheville, NC. Highly recommended!

We wanted some lunch for our group so we opted for this place since it seemed more unique from the…read moreother options we saw in the area. They had a variety of options including pupusas, tacos, quesadillas & some traditional Honduran dishes. I tried a fried shrimp dish that came with a salad, plantains, etc and it was good! It was a good portion size for the price. Also they gave us a lot of chips with a bean dip, green salsa, & spicier red salsa. Overall, it was a good deal and good food too.

Amazing cortadito; excellent pastry--fresh, flaky, delicate flavor profile beautifully balanced…read more Plenty of comfortable outdoor seating via Hi-Wire--or you can enjoy indoors with a drink. Highly recommend if you're looking for a straightforward, quality (and well priced) Cuban coffee.

The food is very flavorful and tasty!! The service is very friendly!!…read moreTheir Empanadas are phenomenal!! The guava cream cheese pastry is phenomenal!! The Arroz Con Pollo is way too salty!! I'm not able to eat much of it!! Their food would taste so much better if they tamed their salt!!

Love, love, love the Taste of Tampa food truck! Finally a…read morereal authentic Cuban on the right bread from LaSugunda bakery in Tampa, FL! Cubans, empanadas, bowls, & tostones we have had multiple times have been on point! I'm a punch card holder frequent flyer!

Spotted a truck at Reems Creek Nursery and doubled back. It was this truck. Since I like a good…read moreCuban I pulled in. Ordered the Tampa Cubano and had it in 10 minutes. It was still warm enough when I got home in Marshall. It's a good thing I didn't eat it in the parking lot or there wouldn't have been any left for my wife. She enjoyed her half as well as I enjoyed mine. I can't wait till they come around again. Great experience and good looking menu.

I'm not Cuban, but two of the three I was with were born in Cuba so of course they know what Cuban…read morefood taste like. The one who suggested this restaurant told the other right upfront that it's the best for this area of North Carolina and it is not Cuban food of Miami. The restaurant was busy, and of course tables are limited because of its size, but the owners were very accommodating and we appreciate that very much There is a back parking lot with three spaces, but they are for pick up only but we were given permission to use one as we had a handicap individual with us. My Cuban sandwich was just fine and tasted just like the one I had in Miami in my opinion as a gringo and everyone finished their meal without sending anything back so I would say the food was pretty good The restaurant is a order at the counter and staff will deliver it to your table. There is one unisex bathroom for All and I'm not sure about everyone else but of course our service dog was allowed. I did see two other dogs so I can only assume that pets are allowed as those two were not marked as service animals at all. I cannot think of anything that would cause me not to give this Restaurant a full five star rating

The food transported me to my childhood in Puerto Rico, the exquisite smell of coffee to the fresh…read morepastelitos... The Cuban sandwich is a great experience of flavor and well done masterpiece... All the personnel welcome you and treat you as part of the family. I truly recommended for Breakfast and for lunch. They have a delicious variety in their menu.

Absolutely stunning, a tier above everything in like a ten mile radius. This takes delicious…read moreColombia classics and elevates them with fresh ingredients and flair. The food is *excellent*, the starters are great, the cocktails are delicious, we haven't had one dud on any menu item. The only complaint is the location, and *maybe* some of the servers don't have so much English, but in a place like this, that's charm and it's never been a problem. The host is helpful and energetic, the interior is charming and interesting. If this was in Asheville, or Biltmore Square, it would be going gangbusters. Just a great place, cannot recommend this one enough.

Service was scattered without many patrons--other people's food delivered. Food was good/surprise…read more Drinks were good. Will go again.

Food was amazing, even ordering to go and taking it home. Everything was fresh, tasted great!!!…read moreSuch a cool local spot!

I was amazed at the quality of the food. I had a soup that was on special- Sopa Rez, it was filled…read morewith delicious vegetables and meat. It was healthy and hearty. It came with handmade tortillas and I had rice and beans as well. Super delicious and authentic food. This is a quintessential hole in the wall restaurant, but the food won't disappoint. It's the best food I've had in Asheville. The service was particularly notable with Marta. She not only greeted us, but was completely fluent in English and Spanish. She had a very sweet and caring presence. I highly recommend going.