The food here is absolutely delicious! If you're looking for a happy hour that's actually worth it,…read morethis is the place. We ordered the wings, oysters, and the paella. Everything was excellent, but the paella was the star of the meal my wife couldn't put her fork down. The drinks were cold, refreshing, and paired perfectly with the food. The only downside was the service at the front. The host seemed a little unfriendly, which wasn't the best first impression. Thankfully, the manager stepped in, was very welcoming, and seated us in the back, which ended up being the perfect spot for a quick bite and a couple of drinks. Overall, the food and drinks definitely outweigh the small hiccup at the beginning. We'll definitely be back for happy hour again.

My family and I came on a Wednesday evening without a reservation and were seated with no wait (the…read morehost let us know there was a 9pm reservation on our table, giving us 2 hours to dine.) For 3 people we ordered: the calamari, a lobster roll, a potato side dish, a small vegan paella and a chuzo salad. The food was good but not great - the calamari was nothing special, the lobster roll was a little over salted with the fries not fried enough, the potato dish had texture and the toppings on it had spice + acid, the salad was simple but refreshing, and the finally the vegan paella was well seasoned, strong tomato flavor in the rice and the vegetables were nicely charred. The ambiance of the restaurant felt summery, it was a little humid with a slight wind that evening and they had all doors open allowing the breeze to flow through their space beautifully. The biggest let down was their service. For a weeknight at prime dinner hour and not a very crowded night, it took an hour for our food to come out from the kitchen. I noticed another party, who arrived after us, was served their food prior to us. I wished our waiter updated us on the food without my having to ask first.

We figured we would try somewhere a bit closer to home today. Servers were lovely and attentive…read more Vibe was pretty good, but it was a bit too loud in there. Shout out to the really nice girl sitting at the front that gave me and my mom such a warm and lovely greeting on our way out. Now to the food. We had the All-American brunch which consisted of two eggs your way, bacon, fries and toast, and I opted for the fried pork chops, trying to feast on what the place is famous for. It came with yellow rice, one or two maduras and a really flavorfully dressed salad. To be honest, my favorite parts of that dish were the rice and salad which I ended up mixing together and eating that mostly. The fried pork chops were a bit on the tough side and a tad salty. Otherwise it was an enjoyable dish. My mom enjoyed her eggs and bacon and said they did that very well.

La Puerta Roja is a great neighborhood restaurant that serves great food in a friendly atmosphere…read more The service is good, and the meals come out quickly. They specialize in Latin standards (Burritos, Empanadas, Tacos, Quesadillas, etc.) as well as entrees such as fried pork chops and skirt steak. We did not have drinks, but the ladies at the table across from us were enjoying a variety of cocktails that were prepared for them. A good place to have a nice dinner or date night

Delicious !!! Always fresh seafood and the food doesn't disappoint :) I recommend the salmon with…read morerice and frijoles

This place is an equatorial restaurant filled with the typical Ecuadorian foods. They have a Caldo…read morede bola, which is plantain with meat and eggs and other good things and it looks like a ball so totally delicious. I also had the. Guatita, it's tripe with a peanut sauce and white rice, which is out of this world. I was going there for years and then they opened up the front on fourth Avenue, which makes it look more appealing. I recommend this restaurant highly. The staff is welcoming, but equators are known for their kindness. Everything they have is good.

I came here to celebrate my sister in laws birthday a few weeks ago. We tried calamari, empanadas…read moreand guacamole for appetizers. Their calamari and empanadas were not my favorite as they lacked seasoning and the calamari was not crispy, it was rather dry. However, the I ordered the carne asada with mashed potatoes and that was very flavorful! My husband ordered the churrasco and he also really enjoyed it and found it really filling. It was a Friday night and the restaurant was not too busy - either way; our server was great! The decor was nice they play Latin music and have paintings honoring iconic Latin artists.

So I was initially annoyed because I wanted Chuleta KanKan and Tostones...and they had neither…read moretoday. That being said I ordered the Pernil and it was amazing. Food great service could have been better since there seemed to be just one server. First time here but I will definitely be back! Love the vibe of this place.

We were staying down the block from Molkajete and happened to notice their sign outside for happy…read morehour. There are not a lot of options in the area, so we decided to stop in and grab a drink. It's a tiny, blink and you miss it type of spot with a handful of tables and a small bar inside. We were greeted and offered to sit at the bar since we were just going to have drinks (we had just ate at another restaurant). The bartender was very friendly and conversational during our visit. At the recommendation of a local patron, we opted for the happy hour margaritas, tamarind and blackberry. They were both really refreshing, with the tamarind being a bit sweeter than the blackberry. The food smelled delicious, so it was kind of a bummer that we had already had dinner elsewhere. It's definitely a hidden gem in the neighborhood and worth checking out.

We stopped by for a quick sit-down dinner on a Monday evening. While the space wasn't big or busy,…read moreservice was quick. We ordered the Roasted Half Chicken ($18.72) and Lomo Saltado ($31.20). The chicken was good and filling, though some of the white meat was a bit bland. When I added the hot sauces and paired it with the Mexican rice and beans, it was perfect though. I'm not usually a rice or beans person, but this combination made the meal better. The lomo saltado is a classic Peruvian dish with tender steak, onions, and tomatoes. Usually I see this dish paired with fries, but they opted for chunks of potato instead next to a bed of rice. Overall, it was a delicious meal that was satisfying and fulfilling. Note that they offer cash and card prices.

There were five of us who dropped in to La Chacra for a late lunch on a chilly, but bright Saturday…read moreafternoon. We were greeted immediately by a friendly bartender, and quickly seated. That set the tone of attentive service, which continued throughout an exceptional meal in Bath Beach. This area is busy, in a locals doing their thing kind of way. It's a real neighborhood, and La Chacra is a great reason to check it out. We initially had decided on ordering the Combo La Chacra, which consists of a whole rotisserie chicken, yellow rice with red beans, an avocado salad, an order of salchipapas, and an order of maduros. We added an extra half chicken, and thought "that's a wrap". However, there was an appetizer special of thinly sliced octopus prepared Peruvian style that needed to be ordered too. The service was excellent. Not overwhelming, but just right. Dishes were cleared, napkins replaced, straw wrappers taken away as soon as they hit the table. It's not something that I'm used to writing about, but needed to be said. And then, the food. It was outstanding. Compared to both the basic, and the high end Peruvian restaurants that I've been to throughout the city, La Chacra is far and away the best. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and felt intentional. Nothing was just thrown on a plate. As full as we were, and we were quite full, there was no way that we were leaving without trying something from the desert menu. Another wise choice, as both the flan and the tres leche cake were fantastic. To wrap this one up, this spot is a solid five stars. The prices are very reasonable and the food, service, and charming atmosphere will have us returning soon.

Amazing food and good portions! Love the rotisserie chicken, maduros, and salad. The combo meal can…read morebe good for 3 or 4 people. Only did takeout and never dine in but overall I always would order once or twice a month.

Ambiance - pretty spacious, we went during sunset, the windows does not have any shades, so it was…read moregetting into out eyes, a bit uncomfortable. Service- the waitress was friendly, but not very helpful, maybe due to language barrier - not sure giving the benefits of doubts. She was the only one on the floor. She was somewhat busy? some to go orders, with our 1 dining customer. didnt tell us the special drinks of the day till we order. No water until after we order. Maybe a culture thing, Again not sure. Food - I ordered the pork chop, it was pretty good, pretty juice. friend order the shredded pork, it was a bit gamey to me, but it tastes better with the green sauce. Order the Mango smoothie and other juice??

They only had one worker on a busy Friday night, so it took a while just to get my order in. The…read morestaff was nice though, and when I asked for water, they brought over a flask along with a cup of ice and lemon, which was a nice touch. They were unfortunately out of chicken, so I went with the steak and onions with rice and beans. Seventeen dollars is not too bad, but the steak came out well done and kind of tough. I initially thought it would be one of those dishes that comes out on a sizzling plate with a medium steak that finishes cooking at the table, but that was not the case.