Tantalizing, delectable, oh so craveable Latin American food. It's always amazing to find eats like…read morethis way up in the northeast. And especially welcome during the colder months because it warms you right up. The flautas I got were abundant, and total flavor bombs. Crunchy flavor bombs piled high with veggies and cheese. I can't wait to try what else they have here, will definitely be coming back. They got it going on.

Love this place with the best food, soft music and juice bar. It sure doesn't hurt when the staff…read moreis so friendly and helpful. Had a bunch of people with me and the pork chop set lunch was ever so popular. Tasty is not a forgotten word here!

I can't believe they only have 3 reviews. My boyfriend and I have been craving Dominican food since…read morewe moved and boy was this the best of the best. I got the pork shoulder mofongo and he got the pork chops and rice! Everything tasted out of this world! Since we didn't want to dine in today we opted for take out, the staff was spectacular and took great care of packing the order. 10/10 would recommend.

I just going to say the food was so GOOD omg the Mofongo was so yummy and the pork 100% recommendread more

The food here never disappoints! I came in for lunch and had four tacos that were incredibly…read morefilling. This charming little restaurant had been closed for renovations, and while I'm not exactly sure when they reopened, the updated space looks wonderful and cozy. The service is humble and friendly, but please be patient - the server is also the cook, and the whole staff pitches in to keep things running smoothly. Since it's a smaller establishment, if you need anything, it's best to walk up to the front and ask for assistance. I ordered two chicken tacos and two spicy beef tacos, and they were absolutely delicious. Honestly, everything on the menu is worth trying!

If I could eat at this place,every night without worrying about my health, I would. The food is…read moreamazing and the portions are generous. My favorite thing to order from here is. Bandeja paisa, elite Colombian meal. Usually when I come here, I am greeted with a smile and friendliness. They do a variety of Latin American dishes very well. If you're not from the area, you won't know about this place, but I can guarantee you it'll be the best decision you ever make in your life.

Had a fun date with my fiancé walking around West Hartford and shopping. We got hungry and were…read morelooking for a place to eat. We saw many restaurants we chose this one. We actually didn't know anything about and what they served. Inside was beautifully decorated and we were seated quickly. We looked at the menu and saw they served Peruvian food. We never had it. We started with the trio empanadas and each one was delicious. If I had to choose one I pick the chicken as the top empanada. I didn't know what to order for the entree and the waiter recommended the Seco De Tría and Lomo Saltado. One was a short rib and the other was a beef stir fry. Both were very delicious! The waiter was very attentive and friendly. I would definitely come back here again.

Cute interior but...Awful. Took forever to get table side…read moreservice and when server finally came to table, took for-ever for drinks and food to be served. Corn nuts for an appetizer?? Seafood entrees are piled with rice and not much seafood. Prices are ridiculous for the kind of food that they're serving. No, I don't recommend this place at this time. Hopefully they'll get it together.

BEAUTIFUL! inside and out love the atmosphere and the workers are so kind. would definitely…read morerecommend

Found Fire by Forge on yelp and saw that it had plenty of good reviews. Very easy to get to from my…read morehotel and loved that it had a parking lot. Sat very quickly at a window seat which I loved it gave me a chance to people watch. I ordered the dulce de leche latte iced with the bacon, egg and cheese sandwich. The latte was incredible. The sandwich was filling. Plenty of bacon and the bun was tasty. My waiter was great, very attentive and helpful. The decor was inviting and loved the variety of seating. The message of this place is wonderful.

Great place to drink and dance! The bartenders are the nicest! If you want to learn how to dance…read morethe night away, this is it!

Today I celebrated 6 months of being with my girlfriend Tiffany and I wanted to take her some place…read morecool, but not break the bank. Where else do you turn? Groupon! Casona offered a great deal that I couldn't pass up. So we stopped in here before heading to The Funny Bone to continue the evening's festivities. Appearance/Atmosphere: I just LOVE a business with their own parking lot. Lol. It just eliminates the hassle of trying to find a place to put your car while you shop, eat, have fun, whatever. There wasn't much to the outside, but there were quite a few surprises inside. This place is a restaurant, but it's more-so dedicated to dancing, like a night club. There were 3-4 HUGE, wide-open rooms with wooden floors that are setup for you to dance. You walk in from the parking lot right into the beautiful, colorful bar that has a stage setup for live music. If you continue through you walk into the "Hip-Hop" room where that type of music is played. (Later in the evening of course.) To your left is the "Salsa" room! We were there around 5:15pm so there wasn't much going on in them and we were some of the only customers there. Service: The bartender was our server as well so she was fairly busy taking care of the bar rail, but was very attentive to us sitting at a high top. I wish I remembered her name, but she was very sweet, funny and got us everything that we needed. Food: So the Groupon is for 2 tapas and 2 cocktails. I had a Long Island Iced Tea with seltzer instead of Coca-Cola and sour mix. Cutting the carbs where I can. Lol. My lady had a Grey Goose Lemon Drop. Delicious drinks. I'd expect nothing less from a place that's supposed to be a club. For my first tapa I went with their Ceviche Trilogia which is a taste of 3 kinds of their ceviche, each made with a special yellow pepper sauce, rocoto and virgin. It was SO GOOD, lime-y, citrus-y, fresh and the portion was much larger than I had expected. I thought a tapa was a fairly small plate, I was pleasantly surprised. My 2nd tapa was the Picada which were bite-size portions of beef, pork, chorizo, chicken, potatoes and yucca. So savory, succulent and filling! It was huge, definitely not what I think of when I hear "tapa"! Lol. I'd love to try the rest of their menu out. I'm not really into clubbing so much anymore. I mean, I'll dance if Tiffany wants to, but I'd come here for the food! Value: The Groupon was $29.00 (before the extra 20% off I got) that included 2 tapas of any kind and 2 drinks of any kind. Shoot, 2 drinks in a club can easily run you $30.00 alone so that made this deal even sweeter. I don't know what the drinks would've been without the Groupon, but I do know my Ceviche Trilogia would've been $12.99 and my Picada would've been $11.99. The Groupon basically pays for itself before we even get to the drinks... almost. Lol. Aside from that I'd totally pay regular prices for the food that I had. It was absolutely worth it. In conclusion, I like the way this place was setup. Restaurant by day, party palace by night. What more could you want? Brunch, but nobody's perfect. Lol. I'd love to come back here to try some of their entrees and definitely check out the night life!

I typically order delivery and the food is consistently good and affordable…read more The chicken mofonguitos are one of my favorite things to eat in the Hartford area. The plantain is always just the right texture and the chicken is very tender. It doesn't really travel well though so you just have to use a fork to put everything back together. The steak is good, but it is a bit salty and the white rice cancels it out a bit. Super filling!

Recently, my support group Hearts that HEAL enjoyed a delightful meal and excellent service at Lo…read moreSano Restaurant and Bar, nestled in the south end of Hartford on Maple Avenue. Our meeting with 17 women and 8 Hartford Police officers who came to answer our questions about personal and Internet safety was a positive experience, led by our friend Hyacinth Yennie. This community activist spends her time at the Senior Citizen Wellness Center down the street, where she leads activities and trips for older residents of the neighborhood. Delicious food, attentive service, and affordable prices made this restaurant a positive choice for our monthly support group meeting. The hors d'oeuvres, sandwiches, and desserts hit the spot while we engaged with South End police officers who answered our questions about safety and gave short, helpful talks. All in all, it was a positive experience. We will return for the delicious Spanish food and the excellent service from the wait staff. Thank you, Lo Sano, for a wonderful dining experience. We thanked our friend HyavinthYennie for recommending such a good place for our group to meet and enjoy a delicious meal. Thank you, Lo Sano, for a wonderful dining experience.

Food is always delicious! I've ordered trays of food for a party and it did not disappoint!…read more Everyone is always pleasant and friendly. The dining area is cozy and culturally inviting to sit and enjoy a meal!

I didn't get a chance to take pics , but the food was good but needed a smidge of salt. I ordered…read morethe small rice and chicken and the chicken was falling off the bone, literally. I also ordered a pastellios de carne but they gave me one with cheese and sauce instead that reminded me of pizza. Lastly , my favorite was rellenos de papa and theirs was pretty good. I also ordered a coco drink that was basically coconut and it was good. The lady who took our order was really nice and the food was done so fast . We literally did not have to wait any time at all. There was also a bar that a few people were hanging out at enjoying themselves. I don't live here, but I would definitely come back if I did.

Today is an experiment. The restaurant is located on 775 Silver Lane in East Hartford, CT. I am…read moretrying the TooGoodToGo app. I am paying $6 for $17 worth of food. No tax or tip. I'll leave a couple bucks anyhow. Here's the catch. You pick it up around the last hour of closing and you can get a random box of food. This is unique! It helps restaurants get rid of food that would otherwise be thrown out at the end of the night or at least drive in more business towards the tail end of business hours. I've noticed only a few places have signed up in the nearby area. I've been here a few times. It's a nice place! Puerto Rican food is good! Please bring your own bag. Wish me luck! The wait was only a few minutes (like five or so). It's your typical take out container. This is beef stew on rice! That's a good portion size too! It is yummy!

The steak with onions was doused in vinegar. The beans came out cold like it was in the fridge…read more Mofongo came out with mayoketchup and not a liquid from pernil or mojo. Then the bill came with an illegal $2 fee for using the card. Don't go here. Save your money. I do have to say the music and atmosphere was nice. Wait staff was pleasant.

In New York, we would call this a hole in the wall. Very tiny space off the street. Counterspace…read moreand four large, basic wooden tables. You can do takeout or dine-in, but even when dining in, you look at a menu, pay at the counter, and then it eventually comes to your table. I was lucky enough to come in when there was only one table and some takeout customers. As I left, several more people came in, so this place can become crowded. Aurora's is Guatemalan. They have a lot of brekkie stuff--huevos rancheros, omelettes with veggies, sausage, peppers, ham, sausage, etc. Breakfast sandwiches (BEC, beans, queso, ham, turkey, avocado, cheeses). Burritos (chorizo, loaded, veggies). Appetizers, like tacos, nachos, tostadas, and more. Sandwiches (burgers, steak sandwiches). Bowls and salads (house green, classic caesar, burrito bowl). Quesadillas and wraps (turkey avocado, buffalo chicken, churrascov, burrito, chicken bacon ranch). I had the Churrasco. It had a lot of fat, but it was more steak than fat, and the fat came off easily. The meat was tender and fall apart. I ordered the fries, but got rice, and that was okay. The black beans were great. The salad was a little palate cleanser. The thing I LOVED, ADORED, would help me ignore the fact the restaurant was so cold that I had to keep my coat on and shivered throughout my stay--the drinks. They have these great fruit drinks--grilled pineapple lemonade (my choice), homemade horchata, fresh melon juice, watermelon juice, etc. My choice, the grilled pineapple lemonade--I literally sucked that stuff down. It was fresh, refreshing, not too sweet, but just sweet enough. Let's go back to my elder millennial roots--"It's all that and a bag of chips." Would come here again, food, drinks, and service are great, but turn up the heat please!

I ordered from Aurora's via DoorDash and had a great experience overall. The carne asada Guatemalan…read moresandwich (Shuco) was hearty and flavorful -- the grilled steak was juicy, tender, and well-seasoned. The sandwich had that street food-style flavor I was craving, and the bread was soft but held everything together nicely. The sweet plantains were tasty and ripe, but a little on the greasy side for my liking. The watermelon juice was fresh, light, and refreshing -- not overly sweet, which I appreciated. Even though I didn't dine in, I've passed by the spot and it always smells amazing and has a warm, welcoming vibe. My order was neatly packed, and everything arrived intact, which shows care and attention to detail on their end. That kind of service goes a long way, even through delivery! Can't wait to stop by in person soon -- if the food tastes this good through DoorDash, I can only imagine how much better it is fresh off the grill.