El Barajo has long been on my list of restaurants to try in the Utica area. We finally ordered…read morelunch from there via UberEats and were very pleased with our meal. We ordered the pollo guisado, camaronfongo, and a vegetable empanada. All three were delicious, but I especially enjoyed the pollo guisado. The chicken--all dark meat, which I prefer--was melt-off-the-bone tender and very well-seasoned. We opted for yellow rice and black beans as sides, which were excellent accompaniments. My kids also loved this dish. I really loved the flavors of the camaronfongo (basically mofongo with shrimp), but only wish that there was more broth to pair with the mofongo. The mofongo was a bit dry, and I needed some more sauce or broth to moisten it and cut through the density. The fried vegetable empanada was crispy and delicious. The portions were generous; our order was enough for two adults and two toddlers, with leftovers enough for an adult's full meal.

The food was cooked fresh and they provided great service. They make Empanadillas with your choice…read moreof filling so it's always fresh. A little bit of a wait but definitely worth it.

Great food- roasted chicken juicy and seasoned perfectly. Awesome price too. Came with rice and a…read moreside of beans. Shrimp Mofongo was delicious. Also had a side of plantains. Cute mom and pop shop. Friendly and my food was ready for pickup when I arrived. Lots of baseball memorabilia on the walks. Cute place.

First time in... my son and I ordered the chicken and rice for lunch .... WOW... that has to be the…read morebest Chicken rice and beans I've ever had... great spices ... its mild but you can add the spice to it... yes that hot sauce on the table and it HOT ! But very tasty ... loved it ... we'll be back !!!

I've been in here a few times but never got food. Today I decided to get some chicken over rice it…read morecost about 8 dollars. And it was absolutely delicious and filling I ate about half before getting full I just wish it came with some pit bread but over all really good

Adam is the manager, and he HOOKED US UPPPPP!!!! They sell hookahs, bongs, vapes, wraps, cigars,…read moreall that good stuff. They also have cheap drinks, candy, icecream, medicine, beer, hats and other stuff. I'm so happy there's a good smoke shop in the area now. The hookahs are from NYC!!! SHOP LOCAL. SHOP SMALL. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS!!!!

Nothing fancy, but a brightly colored and clean cafe. The food was absolutely delicious, and very…read moreplentiful. We all went away stuffed. Very good prices, good service and the food was delivered quickly and piping hot. We (3 of us) really liked this place and most definitely will be back! I highly recommend this place without any hesitation about anything.

Thank you to Patricia the bartender for making our AMAZING starburst shots & Lynn for the best…read morearugula goat cheese flatbread EVER!! We will be back!!

Patricia was amazing. Gave me great recommendations for food. Made a great French 75, which…read moreapparently is hard to come by in the area. Great energy and all the good stuff. Thank you Patricia!

SUCH good food. Got the Caribbean shrimp with sweet plantains, DELICIOUS! Will be coming here every…read moretime I'm in Utica. Get the plantains!!!

The food was excellent. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because it took so long for…read morethe order to come out. I understand that sometimes for good food you have to wait. My advice would be to not have any other plans when you go to dinner there.