A Latin style tapas place in the arts district boasting flavors from South America (Argentina,…read morePeru, Venezuela, Yucatan), Mexico (Oaxaca and Mexico City), and the Caribbean. Fresh seafood from the Gulf of MEXICO and a wicked drink menu. They offer several ceviches. Tapas include guacamole, empanadas, crawfish queso, fish dip and veggie salads like crispy cauliflower and Brussels sprouts. We had the crispy cauliflower served with tempura, cashew habanero crema, garbanzo hash, and chimichurri. Loads of flavor and just the right bite size for tapas/apps. Plates include churrasco, fish and grits, paella (can be served veggie or without shellfish if you're allergic), lamb, Yucatan style pork, shrimp or steak mofongo, and chicken poblano. I had the churrasco, served with papas bravas. Steak cooked perfectly and seasoned perfectly. My husband had the steak mofongo and the beef tips, like the churrasco, were seasoned perfectly. The plantain mash was sweet and somehow savory at the same time. We loved both dishes. They make mean margaritas and caipirinhas hre, and also offer drinks like the paloma, the Bolivian sour, sangria, and specialty drinks. Service was amazing. She was so upbeat and helpful. This restaurant was a little slow when we went. It deserves a lot more love. It's so close to the touristy part of the French Quarter. Leave the gimmicky spots and come here, you won't regret it.

Definitely worth trying. Cute restaurant. Nice ambiance and vice. Clean…read more The crawfish Queso is mild, not spicy at all. Good flavor. The shrimp ceviche is delicious. The sauce is spicy. If you like spicy- get this dish. Not your typical ceviche. The Mofongo is tasty. If you like Vinha D'Alhos. You'll like this dish. The steak had a marinated vinegar taste. The meat is also very tender. Service was good. Waitress was nice and welcoming.

So we came back to dine in and the food was excellent. The service and food came out fast. This…read moreplace wasn't too busy inside. Lots of Togo orders. HOWEVER, there was another language barrier issue or mix up that happened a second time. We ordered the beef ribs and some how got the tajadas instead? We'll definitely be coming back & will be checking the menu beforehand to WRITE our orders down. Not sure how this mix up happened for a second time, but it's really no issue to us. But, I'm sure this could be an issue for others wanting to come to try this place. We didn't even mention it, they were delicious!! Just beware & maybe be open to trying something new :)

Took 30 minutes to make a takeout order of a side of plantains and tamales. and not because they…read morewere making them fresh... oldest, dryest tamales I have ever eaten, hands down. Plantains were so sloppily made, not good either.

Tía Maria's Kitchen has officially earned a permanent spot on my list of favorite restaurants in…read moreNew Orleans. I've ordered from Uber Eats plenty of times, but this was my first time actually dining in, and I'm so glad I did. It's a small, cozy spot where you can actually see the food being cooked. It gives "grandmas and aunties are in the back making sure every plate is seasoned with love," and honestly... that's exactly what it tastes like. This time I tried the beef liver with onions and bell peppers, and it was SO good. Perfectly seasoned, tender, and cooked just right. Can we talk about the rice for a second? I don't know what they cook it in, but it has to be some kind of broth because it is hands down some of the best rice I've ever had. Every grain is perfectly cooked. It's not gummy, not hard... just perfect. The refried beans? Absolutely incredible. I brought some home and literally had to hide my leftovers from my daughters because they kept trying to eat my food. I've also had their beef soup (the short rib soup), and it's one of my favorites. Their pupusas are delicious, the pickled cabbage that comes with them is addictive, and the sweet plantains are amazing. I ordered a mojito too. It wasn't super strong, but it was refreshing and paired really well with the meal. The service was excellent. Everyone was so kind and welcoming, and I found out they have free Wi-Fi and a rewards program, which I never knew because I usually order delivery. If you're looking for authentic Honduran food in New Orleans, do yourself a favor and check out Tía Maria's Kitchen. Everything I've tried has been consistently delicious, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

Honduran food in New Orleans? Definitely!…read more After Match Day, we went to celebrate at Tia Maria's Kitchen. Love, love, love this cozy mama and papa restaurant. It was busy at lunchtime, but it gave us time to reflect on the hard work that led to two of my daughters matching in great residency programs. Two years ago, we also celebrated another amazing match day with a friend who flew in from San Francisco to help our family celebrate. I had the San Pedro Maduro. A deep fried plantain filled with veggies, black beans, avocados, crema and queso. I had mine with chicken. One of my daughters did hers with more veggies. Absolutely delicious! My family ordered a wide variety of papusas and tacos. Definitely add an agua Fresca. Loved the horchata, but the favorite was the moracuya. Blackberry and passion fruit. So refreshing and delicious. Muchas gracias for welcoming our family and friends into your cocina familiar. We loved enjoying your family's kitchen on a special day celebrating another chapter of our family's journey. #2800

I had the pleasure of dining at Brasa recently and it was outstanding…read more Chef Edgar puts his special personal touch on every diner's experience and the service was superb. The interior is sleek and comfortable with a very nice aesthetic. I ordered an array of menu items so I could sample several dishes, and each one was delicious and well presented. The craft cocktails enhanced the meal. I highly recommend that you visit Brasa South American Steakhouse. You will not be disappointed.

Brasa Steakhouse offers a warm, comfortable ambiance with a generous amount of space between…read moretables. The restaurant is located on the second floor, so you'll take an elevator up, and there is a convenient parking lot directly in front of the building. The service was excellent. Our server was knowledgeable, energetic, and very attentive without constantly interrupting our meal. I highly recommend the short rib it was tender, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The Caesar salad was also very good, and the Pornstar Martini was a great drink choice. I ordered the picanha steak medium, but unfortunately, it was surprisingly chewy and did not meet my expectations. Aside from that, the overall experience was enjoyable, and I would definitely return for the short rib and great service.

The service was absolutely incredible. the pupusas are THE BEST. made fresh and with clean…read moreproducts!! the mint limeade is also phenomenal (virgin and alcohol). latin comfort food and atmosphere at it's finest!!

Firstly, I was greeted with pure love by the owner of the restaurant. Great service, lots of good…read morerecommendations. It felt like I was being rushed a little bit though. The place is also really small. It's almost like a little hole in the wall. The BEST things offered, were the agua fresca and the guacamole.... Which the guac and chips were $16. Crazy price honestly. But the flavor definitely made up for it. But as for my entree, I chose the steak and shrimp combo. The shrimp stuck to the shell, the steak was dry and a bit flavorless (it's a t bone... and I have pork chops at the house that are much thicker). The rice in the dish? Amazing. I would only change the amount of garlic used, as it was extremely powerful. Ended up spending $100 on lunch to not truly enjoy it. I'm not bashing the place by any means. I just hope that kitchen changes a few things.

We're currently dining here and it's been an amazing find! We got both chicken and beef empanadas…read more The seafood tostones and the egg rolls and it was all so so good!!! I FINALLY got my pina colada (so many places don't have it) and this is one of the best I've had!!!! HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND! The food the drinks the service was excellent! They also have $5 margs, sangria and mimosas!!!

We went for Valentine's Day and the experience didn't live up to the billing. For $200, we could've…read moregone to Chophouse. Service Despite having a limited menu specifically for Valentine's Day, service was slow. It took two hours to get through all three courses. We had the same server as the last time, and she was still warmer to my wife. I'm a customer too and will gladly spend my money elsewhere. Another thing I find annoying is they're always trying to get you to buy a bottle of wine. When I saw the special menu on Open Table, it didn't mention alcohol. We tried to substitute the required bottle of wine with mocktails, but that was a no-go. Presentation: 11/10: They make some of the most beautiful drinks and dishes. Every dish is magazine-worthy. Food Ropa Viega--8/10-the meat was chewy, but had a good flavor. The cornbread was ok. Crabmeat Spring Rolls--8/10--these were different, like a crab cake inside of an egg roll. Hanger Steak--7/10--the steak had the texture of roast, and reminded me of my appetizer. The execution, while pretty, didn't align with my expectations. Baked Banana Mango Cheesecake: 7/10: I like that it was light. Oftentimes cheesecake is heavy. Pan de Pan--5/10--I didn't try the ice cream, but this is not a good take on bread pudding. It was way too dry and didn't have much flavor. Green Passion Mocktail--9/10--cucumber-forward, but still pretty tasty and satisfying.

Casual dine in and take out, plus decent and fairly priced drinks. Thought the brisket bowl was ok,…read morebrisket was tender but somewhat salty for my taste. Biggest pleasant surprise was the pabellon arepas I had ordered to go, which tasted AMAZING even 2-3 days later. It comes with 2 that you can mix and match, and each arepa so filling one order made a total of 2 meals. Got a large side order of tostones for $10 which seemed steep at first but ended up being plenty for 2 meals. Arepas are the perfect mix of soft, moist, but dense enough to hold up after reheating. Food is made with love and authentic tasting. I grew up eating Venezuelan food for 20+ years in Brooklyn and Queens, can definitely vouch for this place. Mango agua Fresca was great. Service was lovely and welcoming. Definitely a new local staple I'll be checking out on the regular. Doesn't hurt that it's next to Creole Creamery if you have room left lol

Edit: The owner reached out and offered to make it right so I am updating my review. The food here…read moreis good and looking forward to trying it again. Original review: So the food here was good but I was pretty annoyed because the menu online and the menu on the wall don't show any prices. So when I ended up getting a build your own bowl it ended up being $31!! That's insane for how small the bowl was too. I would probably not go back again.

I actually was going to a different restaurant and once I found parking, I went into where I…read morethought I had planned. The ambience was good. Cozy, white linen and pleasant service. The portobello mushrooms and avocados appetizer is highly recommended. Jerk chicken with red beans and rice with mango sauce wad a complex of tastes, good.

Came in for Happy Hour and it was a great experience. Their special margaritas were the perfect way…read moreto end a workday and they packed a pretty good punch! We ordered a few things and everything was delicious. The arepas were my favorite and the Cuban sandwich was good. The flan was absolutely standout, and much appreciated after so many bad flans I have had in the city. The chef even came out to help me with some menu questions I had which I appreciated. The restaurant is small and quaint. It was packed by the time we were leaving and it was nice to be in such a lively place. My only recommendation would be better training of staff. Several times things were reached over, and the server did not understand my questions or have knowledge about menu ingredients. There were also several items not available, from an already limited hh menu, and our server could offer no real recommendations.