Wow! Excellent Puerto Rican food! Mofongo with fried pork is the real deal! The alcapurias are 100%…read moreauthentic and better than any I've ever had in Miami. Restaurant is super clean and the staff is so nice. Please go and support this establishment. It truly is a hidden gem!

Haven't tried the Pizza yet but AWESOME Puerto Rican food. The staff was extremely helpful when…read moreordering things we have never had before. Highly Recommend.

What can I say about this place 1. People are friendly…read more 2. Food is excellent 3. Always packed so that should tell you that all you need . This place is a must have everything I tried was a bullseye.

My husband Alan and I moved to Youngstown about a month ago, and being a chef, we love to try "mom…read moreand pop" type places, and stand-alone eateries that are not chains. We saw this little place and the parking lot was pretty full, which is usually a good indication. We ordered the meatloaf sandwich, and it was terrific. The portions are huge...I have yet to eat a meal there and not take home half of it. The prices are crazy-reasonable, but the best part about the awesome experience is Anna and her family. They are so pleasant, care about the patrons, and of course, are very involved in the delicious production of food. My absolute favorite meal so far has got to be the porkchops. Seasoned to perfection and so juicy...again so much food with two chops and a side. Very craveable! If you haven't been to Anna's Cookin', you are missing out on a great experience.

Outstanding flavor!!! Love how much flavor this had. We got the Cuban sandwich, empanada and a rice…read morebowl (I can't remember which one) but it was all so good! The sauce with the empanada was also amazing. The service is very friendly and even though it's small inside it's nice to eat there. We are looking forward to the next time we're in town to try them again!

Kicking ourselves that it took nearly four years living here before we tried this place. I've been…read moreto Puerto Rico several times and this is as authentic as it gets. The Tres Leches!! Simply Perfect. Service was just as sincere as the food. They do focus on take out, delivery and food truck. As such, seating is VERY limited: Two 4-tops. Now that we've found this gem, we'll definitely be regulars.

The food is excellent and it would get 5 stars had it not been for the extremely obnoxiously loud…read moremusic. Best to come eat here alone because it's impossible to have a conversation during your meal. Again, absolutely amazing food - but the music is SO LOUD

Can you love a country just from a restaurant? I have because Secretos De Mis Abuelos is my…read morefavorite restaurant in all of Pittsburgh and Puerto Rican food is amazing! This little slice of heaven is located in an old bank giving it a fortress feel outside. Inside you find a cute space decorated by the very proud Puerto Rican owners. I ordered at the counter from an I-pad like device than sat with eager anticipation. The smells coming from the kitchen made my mouth water something fierce. When my food arrived I was like a Mad Dog as I tore into my meals ( yes plural, don't judge ) I began by dumping my garlic sauce all over my Mofongo. Next I poured my shrimp over my rice and peas and now I was ready to eat. The garlic completely complimented the plantain mash and when I paired that with some of my shrimp from my other dinner it was a match made in heaven. The shrimp were not only cooked perfectly but they were huge and I generously got about 10 to my order. The rice and peas were perfectly flavored on their own but were made better with the addition of the shrimp & peppers along with their magical Criolla sauce . I also tried both the guava pastries as well as the Quesitos and both were fire . Overall the prices are really good for the quantity and quality of their food, service was quick and my only wish is they were closer to my house, but they are definitely worth the 35 mile trip

The food was great. Talked to the owners and they actually care and work hard to make their product…read moredelicious! Most authentic I've found around here. Can't wait to go back again when I'm on that side of town!!

The pernil was the best!!!! Flavor of rice and maduros was also very good…read more I ordered a salad and the lettuce was not clean... Also, the portions for the price were not sufficient. Received a large takeout container of rice with a small scoop of the pork. The pollo guisado was okay.

There is a reason Yelpers give this restaurant such high ratings. The flavors are amazing!…read more Do yourself a favor and try this spot out!

Omg authentic amazing tasting food! Fresh! No wait to sit for lunch. Fantastic service. Chef…read morechecked in on food quality. Highly recommend!!!

Wow! This was incredible! This is the first time I ever had Puerto Rican food, and I am a…read moreconvert!!! I wandered into El Turpial and was pleased at how immaculate the floor and tables are. Extremely clean. They take much pride in cleanliness, that scored major points with me. El Turpial appears to be a mom-and-pop family-run restaurant, that has plenty of room for indoor dining, as well as a variety of to-go options. Wanting to come to support local businesses, I figured I'd give this a try. Plus the pictures of the food had my mouth watering The staff was friendly and helpful, and explained the menu to me. I had the chicken empanadas which were delicious. They had a tasty, slightly sweet taste on the outside, and on the inside the chicken was juicy, packed with flavor, and the melted cheese had an amazing savory, tangy flavor that practically melts in your mouth. I then indulged into the pastrami sandwich, which just smacked of deliciousness. Reminded me of something I could get in New York City. The bread had a great chew, firmness, and fresh baked taste. The pastrami was premium quality, and everything they put on it was perfect. And it was huge! I didn't want to eat too much, but I couldn't stop because it was so delicious! I love this place, and plan on returning next time I'm in Ashtabula to try some more Puerto Rican dishes! Wonderful!

Visited this new restaurant that operates out of another restaurant during the evenings. This is…read moremainly a takeout spot but you can eat inside the restaurant if you want. The food was delicious and tasted very fresh, with our entrees you can pick a side and we chose the mofongo which is plantains which pairs nicely with the meat. The empanadas were also very flavorful and was a great appetizer.

My husband and I had lunch at Tropical Bay Latin Cuisine on Friday and it was fantastic! We each…read moreordered mojitos, he had the lime and I had the passion fruit and both were absolutely excellent and so refreshing. For food, we shared two appetizers and honestly could have made a meal out of them. The Dominican Flag was incredible: crispy fried plantains, perfectly melty fried cheese, Dominican salami and smoky longaniza, all topped with pickled red onions that added the perfect zing. Every bite was packed with flavor and felt like true comfort food. We also loved the Loaded Yuca Balls; crispy golden yuca stuffed with cheese and topped with roasted pineapple, jalapeños, sour cream, and bacon. The combination of sweet, spicy, cheesy, and savory was amazing. Everything tasted fresh and homemade, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the service was great. We'll definitely be back to try more from the menu!

Tropical Bay is a great spot if you're looking for Dominican and Puerto Rican cuisine. The décor is…read moresuper cute and has a fun, welcoming vibe. Our waitress was attentive, friendly, and did a great job throughout our meal. I ordered the Garlic Chimichurri Shrimp. While the shrimp was cooked well, it had a pretty fishy taste that just wasn't for me, and I wasn't a fan of the cilantro aioli. Several people in our group really liked the pineapple dressing, though, so I'd definitely give that a try if I went back. Next time, I'd order a different entrée because there were several other dishes that looked delicious. The only thing that felt a little off was when we first walked in. The gentleman at the front just stared at us without greeting or acknowledging us, which was a bit intimidating. It wasn't a huge deal, but a simple "Hi, we'll be with you in a moment" would have made for a warmer first impression. Overall, it was a good experience, and I'd definitely return to try something different on the menu. I also had the flan, which was pretty good and the Tropical Bay House which was tasty! ,

Sal and Lisa are two of the nicest people you will meet. Sals passion for food and cooking truly…read moreshows in his food. He will let you know a week or so in advance when he will be cooking and taking orders. Usually he is pre-sold out within hours from posting. Try it once and you will be hooked. Best Puerto Rican Rice and beans and amazing potato salad. Oh yeah and then comes the meats, ribs, brisket, chicken and pork, oh my!

From the owner: Smoked and BBQ authentic Puertorrican food in Ashtabula Ohio. Come join with me in enjoying the…read moreflavors of my culture. We do all parties. Choose us today. You won't be sorry!