I went with my friends to Marisqueria El Camaron Loco to try out the ceviche in Plaza Latina. Its located on the North side of the building when you enter through the main entrance. If it wasn't obvious enough, this restaurant is CASH only from the numerous signs; there is an ATM machine for those forgetful times. The staff are predominantly Spanish speaking so its highly recommended you come here with a fluent foodie buddy. We ordered 2 take out containers worth of horchata which was incredible as well as complementary chips which were refilled throughout service. My partner and I ordered 5x carnitas and quesebirria tacos which you are only allowed 2 flavours and we shared the ceviche with the table. However, due to the language barrier they mixed up our groups taco orders so we ended up eating each others portions family style. They were also playing loud music out of the TV and patrons singing along in the back tying in the authentic Mexican experience. Overall the food was great and the experience was okay, but if you're looking for something a little more quiet, take out is an option. read more

Plaza Latina - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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It's probably one of the most authentic spots in the city for tacos. We had tacos at Foesta Garibaldi's in the food court. Everything is made super fresh. The meats were so juicy and flavourful, and all for such a reasonable price, too! It does get crazy busy here on the weekends, though! Honorary mention for the horchata drink as it's not photographed, but man, was it good! read more

Plaza Latina - El Pastor tacos and carnitas - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Plaza Latina is GTA's best hidden gem for truly authentic and delicious Latin American food using fresh ingredients. This strip mall is located near Jane & Finch. Parking can be hard to come by as the main parking lot is always full, but there is parking available in nearby plazas and across the street. The place is a beehive and popular hang-out spot, consisting of barbershops, salons, a few stores selling clothes and accessories, a tech / mobile phone retailer, a very small Mexican grocery / convenience store (selling mostly sauces, condiments, snacks, and some frozen tortillas), a food court, and a few small restaurants. You can find food from almost every Latin American country here - Mexico, El Salvador, Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, Cuba, etc. All the foods are very authentic, tasty, and come in BIG portions. Truly great value, with fresh and high-quality ingredients (especially the seafood). Most stalls in the food court take cash only. All dishes ordered at the food court stalls and restaurants are made fresh to order from scratch (including the pupusas, which can take a while to make). The Arroz con Camarones from the Peruvian stall (El Sabrason Comedia Peruana) is excellent - the rice is well seasoned and very flavourful, and there is so much seafood in that dish (large and small shrimps, scallops, squid, etc.). The Peruvian fish ceviche is excellent as well - big portion of tender fish, and it tastes very fresh from the lime juice, red onions, and cilantro. It comes served with a large potato and crispy large-kernel corn. The Ecuadorian stalls various soups, in addition to the typical Ecuadorian dishes. Each soup is a whole meal on its own (not appetizer-sized like in most other places). I was delighted that they have Encebollado (Ecuador's national dish - fish stew with tuna, cassava, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, spices, and plantain chips). In the food court, there is also a bakery selling various sandwiches, empanadas (including spinach & cheese and seafood ones) and desserts. You can also find drinks, snacks, and other products imported directly from Latin American countries, which you won't easily find in mainstream or other grocery stores (such as Inca Kola, tamarind juice, and various candies, chips, and snacks from Peru, Mexico, Colombia, etc.). I love the vibe, energy, and music in this place - always buzzing with activity and you hear Spanish all around. Most of the staff don't speak English (good place if you're trying to practice your Spanish), and all signs (in the food stalls, stores, and other establishments in the mall) are entirely in Spanish. It makes you feel like you're actually in Latin America. read more

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ALWAYS AMAZING! This place is a hidden gem that always has fresh and endless options for Latin American food! MUST TRY!

It's a beehive of activity for people from Latin countries and visitors like me today at the Milvan Shopping Centre a.k.a Plaza Latina. From food vendors to barber shops to grocery shops, etc., there are so many people scurrying about on this sunny Sunday afternoon. The parking lot is usually full but we were able to find one open space on the street. My sweetie bought some lunch from 2 businesses. read more

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This is a dingy food court with Latin American food. Really, a lot of the appeal of this place seems to be the "authenticity" - with the poor (or non-existent) level of English, you can imagine that you're in Latin America (until you pay and/or see the portions). You can find cheaper (and more manageably portioned) Latin American food elsewhere in the GTA where communication is much easier, but you're not likely to find so many restaurants in one place as here, so there's something to be said for that. The prices are rather steep & suspiciously similar (most dishes seem priced at $20, but prices aren't always displayed), but they include tax and portions are huge (at least at the two stalls I've eaten at). read more

This place has a bunch of authentic South American stalls with a small food court in the middle. Most places are cash only with some taking debit payments. There are 2 ATMs for your convenience if you don't have any cash on you. Most platters range in price from $15 to $20. The place feels kind of grubby and somewhat filthy IMHO but the food is authentic. Some employees do not speak a word of English with some menu items written in Spanish only. Just keep that in mind. read more

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This place feels, and sound like a scene from Dexter at Miami Florida. If you want to explore the hidden gems of Latin culture, you have got to visit the Milvan shopping Center. Initially, we strolled through a phone tech shop, hair salon, Latin musical shop, and a small convenience store. Soon after we passed through these stalls, various food vendors were available which ranged from Ecuadorian, Salvadorian, Mexican, Colombian, and Cuban cuisines. Overall, this place is a true hidden gem near the Weston and Finch area. My friends, and I will be coming back for more! read more

Plaza Latina - Cheese Empanada - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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For many on Yelp, we're on here not just to support great local businesses but to take adventures into food discovery, locating this hidden gems in our own backyard that need or should have a louder voice for how unique and incredible. During my tenure at Yelp, I've found the most exciting local businesses to be not the on trend new hotness that pops up and dies by the same flame of popularity but those businesses who have been quietly succeeding under the radar for ages, specifically those catering directly to an set ethnic group. I've been able to experience the culture and food of many Asian and European countries as if I was actually visiting their country from right here in the 905 area. Latin culture, specifically Central and South American seems to be a bit more spread out throughout the GTA and Toronto. You may come across an authentic Mexican restaurant here and there, or a Columbian bakery/restaurant that really excels at bringing you a look at their food. That said, typically it's frequented by customers not of their culture, so in time they end up making small tweaks to accommodate western or local palates. Finding Plaza Latina, a strip mall with an internal foodcourt, that caters almost exclusively to Latin-Canadians, was like striking oil or finding gold. A small shopping centre who is unapologetically Latin and offers the service and businesses in the native tongue (spanish) and little more. Here you can find electronics/cell phone shop, barber and hair salon, travel agents and more, all looking to serve you needs. If you aren't Spanish speaking there are likely a few people who can/will help but YOU SHOULD NOT GO IN EXPECTING FULL ENGLISH CUSTOMER SERVICE. Keep in mind this is a gathering spot for Latin-Canadians mostly and a place for them to gather around food and culture close to home. The moment I walked in I was hit by smells and sounds of Latin America. The familiar smells of cooking meats, spices, authentically prepared cuisines, married to the sounds of laughter, loud exuberant Spanish conversation and of course up beat music that all combined put a smile on my face which didn't leave unitl much later in the day. I honestly felt as if I had been transported to a small Spanish speaking town in the Caribbean just off of Finch Ave W in North York - so surreal. My friend and I came for the authentic food and after surveying the many food stall options (Cuban, Mexican, Colombian , Ecuadorian, and others) we opted for Tacos at the Mexican Vendor (review to come on the food next). Most of the food stalls were almost build like a shanty, with hand made signage/menus and service nearly entirely in Spanish. So again, don't expect to be specifically catered to but the lady we did order from did her best to meet my broken Spanish half way with her broken English. As mentioned by others, the parking is very limited and difficult so carpool or uber in for quick entry. Love that I've found this hidden gem and I hope that by writing this review I don't ruin the secret and authenticity of the venue by directing too many food hungry local tourists - I would hate for this place to change in anyway. read more

I paid cash as I waited for my meal I noticed the cashier who took my cash preparing my meal with his dirty hands. As I walked back to my car I noticed a dirty baby diaper in the parking lot. The restrooms were dirty. This entire place is filthy! read more

We were craving for Latino food in our last trip to Toronto, the food is homemade, and is very good price. We ate on the Ecuador place good sopa de gallina ,el seco was ok, my friend from Guatemala founded a dessert from there, a cake with cheese. What I am not liked it was the bathrooms need more attention. read more

We were in the area and it was time for lunch. This time we didn't use our trusty yelp app, we were feeling adventurous! We just happen to drive by and we were curious and went in for a visit. This place was buzzing on a Saturday afternoon and everything smelled amazing! We tried the beef and jalapeño empanada, and a sandwich with homemade bread, avocado, mayo, and steak...lastly had a plain churro. Service was super friendly and the food was soooo delish! I knew when we walked in and saw the buzz of the locals we found something special. Do check out for some real Latin fare! read more

The Hustle and bustle of Plaza Latina reminds me of the 'Mercados' in Peru. I can only speak for the Peruvian food in this food court as I have only tried the 'El Sabroson" food stand. I have to say the food here is pretty damn good and very close to what I would get back home in Lima. The portions are huge and the price is right. Don't expect a fine dining experience here. This place is fuss free and the service is very very lax. If you venture to try Peruvian food I recommend the Jalea which is a dish made out of fried fish, seafood and Yuca (cassava). The ' Papa a la Huancaina" is a great appetizer that consists of boiled potatoes covered in heavenly cheese and yellow pepper sauce. Try the Chicha it is a drink made out of purple corn, fruits and spices (non alcoholic) You may need to brush up on your Spanish as most of the menus are written in Spanish only. =( read more

Plaza Latina - Peruvian Jalea - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Honestly. The only downside is that there is a language barrier but if you love food and have a smile lol you can make it happen! I've eaten here a handful of times and each and everytime time I felt like I was somewhere warm enjoying these Latin flavour explosions on a beach somewhere. read more

Plaza Latina - Shrimp Rice! - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place overall has a good variety. Need sofrito? Go to the mercado. Need tomatillas? They have it too. Different varieties of mole ... yummm. The food court - churros (dolce de leche and plain), the most delectable empanadas - chorizo, beef, chicken, queso and spinach ... The Mexican restaurant in the corner (Chilango Tacos) has amazing pozole soup. Love this place - always leave happy. read more

You could spend thousands on flights and hotels on a cross-continental tour from Mexico all the way down to Patagonia. OR you could just frequent this spot for all your authentic Latin-American food cravings. Seriously my wife and I love this place. Our go-to's are the empanadas from Ecuador booth, tacos from Mexico booth, and ox tail soup from the Colombia booth. Also possibly the Papusas from El Salvador booth, those were really good and very filling. The atmosphere is not relaxing and the music is a bit much, but the food is so worth it! read more

Located in the food court of a Latin strip mall with several other food stalls of fresh home made Latin cusine is Chilango Taco. My boyfriend and I ordered tacos de alambre, quesadilla de tinga (chicken marinated in chipotle quesadilla) and quesadilla de hongos (mushroom quesadilla). The food was tasty though all lacked a lot of cheese. It was a bit prices. It was $35 for the three items and an agua de horchata. The lady who served us was very kind though. Such a wonderful woman and great sense of humor. I'd come back to try their barbacoa which I took note, they serve on Sundays only. Also I would love to try their tacos de suadero. read more

Plaza Latina - Tacos de alambre de res. - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

PROS: awesome food, great foreign film selection (high quality), and free public parking lot parking. CONS: brush up on your spanish if you haven't done so. cash + debit only. when an american comes in and asks "can I pay with card", people will answer yes. but remember, gringo americans, in Canada, when people say they take care, they mean "debit" card, and not always credit card. (source: i learned the hard way and had to use the atm) as someone who has lived/worked/visited various parts of Latin America for the majority of my post-uni adult life, i can definitely say that this plaza was a savory & delicious experience. i arrived around 11:30am on a weekday afternoon, with barely a soul in sight. the shops were slowly opening, cooking foods and firing up their stoves. i took a quick browse, visited one of the DVD stores (selling a vast array of foreign and western films for a good price.) when my body craved a hearty lunch, i ended up deciding upon the cuban restaurant based solely on the delicious smells that fragrantly escaped from their kitchen (if you can't find the cuban restaurant, its the store that is a few steps off from the main dining area, in the vendor hallways leading back to the parking lot). their menu was limited, with half words and half photos running up and down the wall of their humble little eatery. i chose the "pierna de cerdo horneada". translated as "oven baked leg of pork", it was the PERFECT dish for lunch on a cold day's. incredibly seasoned with salt + garlic (and other flavors), I received a generous portion of flavorly roasted pork, accompanied with rice + beans (cristianos y morros), fried flattened green plantains (patacones, mildly sweet with a pinch of salt), salad greens, and pickled onions. the pork was tender, juicy, savory, a tad fatty, and every bit more than i dreamed about for a good cuban lunch plate. the food was definitely prepared beforehand (maybe the early morning hours?), because as soon as i placed my order, the food was served to me within 5 minutes time. it was worth every penny. so much flavor, so filling, and definitely homemade by the two sweet ladies behind the counter. definitely knowing spanish will help get yourself around in the plaza-- whether it be food or DVDs, you should definitely brush up on your elementary school Spanish vocabulary. if i could give the cuban restaurant more than 5 stars, I would do it in a heartbeat. read more

Plaza Latina - (cuban restaurant) pierna de cerdo horneada (oven roasted leg of pork, rice + beans, fried green plantains, salad, lime) $12.00 - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The food court is overpriced, but has a great selection of Hispanic Cuisine. My boyfriend is from Peru so we had to eat the Peruvian food. We both ordered Lomo Saltado, which is a peruvian stir fry. We paid $12.00; it was served with a glass of chicha morada (corn juice). We were surprisingly impressed. The Dish was cooked fresh and was one of the best Lomo we have ever eaten. A digs for 1 can feed 3 people! Will definitely go back! read more

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So good. Lomo saltado and Pupusas then churros. This place is not the best looking place but has legit Latin food. Came all the way from Burlington just to have that Lomo Saltado. So worth it. Huge portion as well read more

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This place is amazing!!! I was trying to find a place like this one since a while ago. I bought a lot " brazo de reina " to this Chilean place and OMG! Was speechless. I would honestly drive miles without hesitation only to buy some more. Thanks to this place for existing. There's a bunch of nice restaurants in there. Very affordable prices. Simple advice : have some cash with you to pay there. read more

Plaza Latina - Brazo de reina - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My Spanish friend recently took me here, so authentic and sooooo good. It's like an open food market, something you would expect to see in a South American country. Everything is written in Spanish, only down fall if you can't read Spanish. There are pictures though that helps. Everything there is so Fresh tasting and home made. I recommend trying everything. We pretty much did, will be back to try the stuff I missed next time. Would have taken pictures but was too busy eating all that delicious food. I need more! If your high class you probably won't like the atmosphere, loud Spanish music playing, really puts u in the mood of feeling your on vacation. It's not the cleanest place, but a really nice high school kid walks around and cleans the tables as best he can as fast as he can. It's like food court seating, you sit close to others but u have an opportunity to meet new people and talk about what they are eating. You might find something you like that they are eating. Lol Not only are all the people that work there so friendly so are the people that are dining there. There's also a little grocery store where you can buy authentic Mexican, South American products. read more

Came here looking for chiles de arbol and finally found a big bag for $3 on the bottom shelf of a tiny Latin grocery, but the highlight here has got to be the food court: little one- or two-person stalls serving up Ecuadoran, Cuban, Mexican, Peruvian, and other food. There's a fruteria (juice bar) and pupuseria, too, and doubtlessly some places I didn't notice. I finally decided on Chilango Tacos, which served up five small (traditional single-tortilla) tacos de carnitas with bits of buche (pig's stomach-- tripas is the cow version) chopped in. Absolutely fresh and completely delicious for $12.50, plus a huge cup of fresh horchata for $5. Prices seem a little high to me, but that may just be a Toronto thing. The folks at the next table had a huge Ecuadoran meal with giant bowls of soup, white rice, fried plantains, and empanadas: looked even better than my tacos. A word to Anglos or other Canadianos who've not been to places like this before: the whole mercado is pretty shopworn and some of the areas are downright grubby, but you can see into the food prep areas and every one I observed was spotless. Also, the people are pleasant and courteous, although it was pretty crowded at midday on a Saturday and there was not una mas Guero to be seen in the place. A pair of older women asked with elaborate courtesy to share my table, which is usual in places like this, and since their English was about as good as my Spanish, we smiled and nodded and ate together in companiable silence. read more

Plaza Latina - Food court. - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Best Spanish restaurant in the GTA! Defiantly one of my favorites. Also the restaurant has a nice home like feeling; excellent services. read more

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This is one wacky assed, effed up kind of food court, of which I've never quite see the likes of here in Toronto. It ain't a place for the gringos after the sun goes down. It's a dicey neighbourhood and there are some real sketchy looking amigos hanging out in this food hood. All of that aside if you are looking for a true, really authentic Latin cuisine and can handle some stink eye from the regulars who fill this place on a Saturday afternoon then I say go outside your safety zone and hit up this food court. I first learned of Plaza Latina from my friend MaryLuz Mejia. So last Saturday my daughter and I went on a Latino food hunt. The food court is small, grungy, noisy and gringas are rare birds which explained all the stares. Each food booth displays their country flag and this was the latino united nations. Chile, Mexico, Uruguay, Paraguay, Salvador, Peru, Brazil...it was all here. I highly recommend the Pupusas & the Tacos. This is hardcore authentic and the corn mesa used was the best I've ever eaten in Toronto. There is a Chilean spot with a focus on Churassco sandwiches and empanadas. We bought a bag of empanadas to take home and my daughter texted me this morning asking when we could go back. The Chilean counter also had damn decent Churros filled with Dulce le Leche or Cajeta. I couldn't resist buying a slab of Dulce le Leche cake and a couple of Alfajores (layered cookies filled with cajeta). My recommendations on this spot would be never, ever go alone and the best time to hit up this food court is on a Saturday when it's busy and the food is being turned over really quick. Oh yeah, this is not a hood for the night time visits and don't ever use the washrooms. Just my own opinion. read more

I didn't even know this mall had a name. Thanks to the previous reviewer for listing it! You can find this mall on the corner of Finch West and Milvan, between Weston and Islington. It is a grungy, half empty mall with Latin American businesses. On the main floor you can find a DVD shop, a barber shop and a travel agency. I don't want to know what goes on, on the second floor. There is a well stocked grocery with many imported foods from central and south america. You could even buy an authentic pinata if you had the need for one. The owners are not particularly helpful or friendly, though. In one part of the mall there are 80s arcade games and a foosball table. It looks as though there might have been a banquet hall here once. The food court at the back is impressive. If you don't speak Spanish it might be hard to get served in some of the stalls. I have had luck ordering papusas, no luck with tamales. My favorite place is the empanada bakery which is separated by glass doors from the rest of the food court. Their empanadas are great and they also sell sandwiches with guacamole, made with their homemade bread. read more

That first review kind of scared us a bit but there was no reason for it. It's a decent place and on a Friday lunchtime was filled mainly with Latino males with the occasional female. My brother and i were the only gringos but they treated us really well. All the menus are in Spanish but they spoke English to us and explained their choices - like the pork pupusas are the best and they were great. We also had a mixed grill platter to share and it was deliciously cooked - grilled meat, pretty simple but tasty. The washroom was fairly open but clean, so no reason not to go if you must. We're going back again this Friday as there are so many food stalls to try. You order from the counter, then when your food is ready, they serve it to you at your table, so quasi-fast food. You do feel like you're in a different country which is great and why Toronto is so wonderful to live in. ENJOY! read more

When you first look at the building of this plaza, it's a bit run down but the moment you step into the food court area, you are transported to South/Central America where there's an overwhelming selection of authentic Latin food. I have tried them all and my favorite has to be the Cuban Carne Asada dish and the pupusas with the horchata from El Salvador. You won't be disappointed with whatever dish you choose to go with. It has become a Sunday ritual for my family and I to have a bite here. read more

Plaza Latina - Cuban Style Carne Asada - Food Court Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This hidden strip mall in the west end doesn't look like much on the outside but once you go inside it's almost like your transcended to another country. Plaza Latina is a small strip mall that caters to the Hispanic community, it has a barbershop, hairdresser, travel agency, seamstress/dry cleaner, video store, small food store and a food court filled with a slew of different food stalls representing Cuba, Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador and El Salvador which my review will be based on. The food court is a decent size with high ceilings and clean. I got a chance to try the Cuban and Mexican food stall but I'm definitely going to go back when I'm in the area to try some of the other stalls. The people working the food stalls spoke mainly Spanish with minimal English but it's understandable since 99% of the customers speak Spanish but don't feel intimidated because the people are quite nice and do their best to understand your request and seem to really appreciate your business. La Cubanita (4/5 stars): Is the Cuban food stall which is easy identifiable by the Cuban flag, so I decided to order the Paella ($12 tax included) which is made to order which they bring to your table once it's made. The Paella came with a salad and with a choice of green or fried plantain, I decided to go with the fried plantain. The paella was really good, the rice was moist, rich, flavourful and perfectly cooked. It had salmon, mussels, squid and shrimp with red/green peppers and green peas in it. It was a really good authentic dish and keep in mind that find good paella is hard to find in Toronto, the only complaint I had about the dish is that they use tiny minuscule shrimps and mussels but that's probably why the dish only costs $12 tax included. Chilango Taco (3/5 stars): Is the Mexican food stall, I ordered the pollo (chicken) tacos (5 for $12.50 tax included) and a mandarin orange flavoured jarrito which is a Mexican bottled soda pop ($2.00). The tacos were made to order and they give you a number on a metal stand and once the food is ready, they bring the food to your table complete with utensils and a bowl of green and red hot sauce. The tacos were average, the chicken was a little bit dry and could have used a little bit more seasoning but overall they weren't bad. If you're in the area and looking for genuine Latin food, definitely try some of the food stalls in the food court, the food is delicious, genuine and reasonably priced. Don't worry about of the lack of English spoken since the people are quite friendly. I'm surprised that more non speaking Spanish people don't know about this hidden gem. read more

Don't let the location fool you: This is the best place for a variety of latin american food from Ecuador, Chile, El Salvador, Peru, and Mexico to name a few. Specifically I always visit the Ecuadoran restaurant because they are always open the latest and have to a variety of stuff to offer: Humitas are made of corn and have cheese in the centre, I would get these if the Tamale de Pollo (chicken tamale with a burst of flavours) wasn't availible. Can't forget the Empanadas de Queso (Cheese Empanadas) these are probably the best for munchies and you need to try them with suger on top or split it open and lightly sprinkle some inside (that's how some people from Ecuador really enjoy it). Not only that, but they offer various soups and dishes, and you can get the typical dish served with either chicken, fish fillet (which is the best by far) or meat with rice, beans and salad. That is a typical dish as Arroz con Minestra (rice with beans). read more

A friend suggested this to me. So I went to this area of Toronto while in the area. Upon arrival I must say that parking is very difficult. It was busy and the spots are quite tight. Finally after finding a spot and doing one of those 5 point manoeuvres I fit! I entered the little mall and was so happy to see all the food that was offered. I didn't know where to start or what to order. Everything looked so good and the aroma OMG. This place offers, all kinds of food from Southern and Central America! I observed food from Cuba, Columbia, Peru, El Salvador and other places. I was not sure what to order it was over whelming. Most of the menus are in Spanish(luckily I do speak the language) however if you don't its not a problem. So I finally decided to order from the El Salvador Kiosk. Not for any particular reason other than the lady looked friendly. I asked her what the best dish is that they had to offer at a reasonable price was... So she set us up with, grilled beef, grilled fish complete with rice, fried planktons and soup. We found a spot to eat in the busy space and she brought our food. OMG IT was amazing!!!!!! We ate grilled fish, grilled beef complete with huge salads and fresh cut avocado, tomato dressing on the side. Huge bowl of soup to start. OMG. TEN bucks each with drink included! I was so pleased with my meal. I will be back to try more foods from our South American friends. This is so what I LOVE about our City! We can get any food from anywhere in the world. I love that. Its authentic and the people, music and vibe is amazing!! I thanked the lady at the kiosk for her suggestions and making our meals. I am so going back. The parking was tricky and the eating area is cramped. But hey... take in the culture and great food! Also... bring cash as most places do not take debt. :) read more

This place is seriously a hidden gem. Don't be intimidated by it. There's no English signage and very little spoken. (the younger the vendor the more likely it is you'll get English) This is real deal Latin food though. It's for the Latin community so there's no toning stuff down. No pandering to Canadian tastes. I write a food blog and posted about it a while back. http://davwudsfoodcourt.blogspot.com/2011/09/secret-society.html Try the Lomo Saltado from the Peruvian place. It's a winner. DT read more

Forget about services if ur non Latino. If ur non Latino like me for instance I walked in and everyone stared me down like I was alien from mars. I was trying to order empanadas, corn tamales and corn Shepard's pie but no one acknowledged me there or even care to take my order. Guess I'll take my business elsewhere. Go here with someone Latino if ur not then tough luck read more

I really like the fact that there are so many of the Latin American countries that I know here. The food varies so widely from country to country. The sweets of course are my favorite. The people are so nice and welcoming and it really gives this place a Latin American feel to it. There is so much variety that it is actually hard to only chose one type of food, I tried Tamels from Central America, desserts from South America, and juice from Mexico. Everything was made fresh and it tasted homemade. The sweets were just like a remembered them! If you have not been here I invite you to visit. read more

Good typical Latin American food for very good prices. Don't expect North American format restaurant but rather a Latin Plaza with tables at the center and all food shops around serving several kinds of typical dishes. It looks like here one could come more for a quick medium size shareable, appetizer or snack, instead of a full heavy meal. But it kills hunger of all people shopping around. read more

Saw Plaza Latina featured on this website http://www.narcity.com/toronto/40-struggles-of-a-second-generation-spanish-torontonian/ Decided to check it out. Great pupusas. read more

I love this place! This place reminds me of the markets in Cuzco, Lima, Central America, etc. I used to buy arroz chaufa, ceviche, etc. at the Peruvian food stand, but they've marked up their prices and decreased the portion size, so I decided to look elsewhere. I tried the Mexican one, didn't really like the tacos. The Ecuadorian is good as an alternative, but I fell in love with La Cubanita. I just love their grilled chicken and simple salad (delicious!) and their sweet plaintains (yummy) or patacones. My sister loves their fish. Their portions leave you satisfied! And at $13, it is very reasonable. I also love that La Cubanita owner is always smiling (unlike the lady at the Peruvian food stand :( never smiles). She is really nice and so is the guy. For dessert I highly recommend the 3 leches dessert from the Chilean bakery. Customer service is not their strong suit, except for one lady who is nice, the other 2 look like they rather be somewhere else. But their 3 leches is the best I've ever had. If you want to have a real taste of Latin/Central American cuisine, then come as you are and enjoy your meal cooked right in front of you. read more

Aurhentic latin cusine from various South American countries. Food is good but be ready to wait as everything is made to order and lunch/dinner rush is extreemly busy. Parking is a challange as well but the hassles are out weighed by the quality of the dood. read more

Good Variety of food. A bit expensive for food in a food court ! Cheese Empanadas were really good ! Parking really is tight .

Truly a hidden gem in the west end! Lucky for us, we can experience the umbrella of Central/South American cuisines in one authentic cantina. Mainly Spanish-speaking but you've got photos to point for ordering. This is the real deal from Cuban, Chilean, Colombian, Equadorian, El Salvadorian to Peruvian eats and treats! A home away from home for many locals. Say hello to owner Tito at Comedor Popular Equatoriano and try his specialty beef soup and fried pork rib, rice and salad combo with his homemade hot chili cilantro sauce!! To die for! There's also a bakery in the back that sells empanadas, churros and desserts (bought a variety of the empanadas and the spicy chorizo was my fave with my young kids loving the beef). Will definitely be back with my family and a bunch of friends-- so we can try many different dishes altogether from the diverse stands to compare and appreciate the cuisine flavours and nuances. read more

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