Was walking around in College Point on a Friday evening and passed by Mr Mario, the Colombian…read morerestaurant. The hostess from the coffee shop next door comes out and tells us that they are also Mr Mario and that we could order from the same menu. Taking a quick look, we decided to sit in the coffee shop. Ambience: a modern cafe vibe, like a larger more upscale Starbucks. It was relatively empty on an early Friday night. The menus weee on IPads, so you have to navigate and scroll through several screens. Food: we ordered: They were out of Rib soup, the special of the day?! Tostones with guac and chicharron - fried pork belly with guac and tostones. Comfort food at its finest 5/5 Chicken consomme - a little salty. 3/5 Grilled chicken cutlet - well seasoned, cut thin and tender. 4/5 Service - very friendly staff. Had a little language barrier challenges while ordering but we made it work. Tip was automatically added for a party of 4.

I went with a friend from Colombia and he thought this place looked authentic so figured that we…read morecould give it a try. Shortly thereafter, we realized that we were both wrong. The drinks were off I couldn't exactly point what was wrong. Maybe the Coke was flat I'm not sure but it just wasn't good. As for the food, my friend got the steak (well done which he says is the only way that steak should be eaten, I beg to differ) as well as the chicken. The food is incredibly land, and my chicken was honestly wet for a lack of better terms. I can't recall the last time that pechuga (chicken breast) was wet and that's probably because it's not supposed to be! The only reason that I gave this place two stars is that the employees here were nice, but I wouldn't return especially when there are many better spots nearby- not necessarily for Colombian food but great food in general.

Noches de Colombia is actually a chain with several locations in the tri-state area. I recently ate…read moreat the Queens location. Their locations are not fancy and are the Colombian equivalent of American diners. This means a big menu with a bakery section too. While there are better Colombian places out there, I found this place to be decent. For example, the portion size of their Bandeja Paisa was huge and everything tasted fresh. The pastries (bunuelos and pan de bono) were also good quality and fresh. If you're looking for a Colombian place to take the family that serves everything, Noches de Colombia fits the bill.

If I could give this place no stars I would. Came here on a Saturday with a party of 5 around 4:45…read morePM. Despite the place being relatively empty, we waited a bit to be seated. We were given an iPad each (to view the menu). When we asked for water they did not provide tapwater even though we asked for it and gave us a bottled water instead (that we had to pay for). After ordering the food it took approximately 30 minutes to arrive. The service was pretty slow. I ordered the carne asada with a side of frijoles since it only comes with white rice, sweet plantains and a potato. The meat itself was really hard to eat. It was very chewy and rough, not a good representation of Carne Asada. The white rice was just plain white rice. The potato had no seasoning on it, and the sweet plantains were super dry, which made them nasty and I couldn't even eat them. The beans had very little flavor or depth compared to other Colombian restaurants. There was no smoky or meat like savoriness, and it only had a very minimal hint of the usual aromatics. It also had a bit of a canned bean hint to it. Not very pleasant. Compared to other Colombian places I've had I would not come back to this place.

Pretty decent looking Dominican spot that I went to out of convenience after my doctor's visit…read moreacross the street of the business so I went in for a quick lunch. Place is medium sized with a good amount of seating that could manage well during busy hours, fortunately lunchtime isn't one of those hours so I had plenty of seating. I had something simple, Half Chicken with rice & beans as well as Dominican soda on the side. Can never go wrong with comfort food and it was certainly comfortable enough to eat. Service was pretty decent, operates similar to a Diner so the food was brought to me so I'll give credit to good service. For a relatively simple meal, the cost was $20. Technically for a place like this, that is a bit on a higher side but I'm used to spending $30 for lunch that isn't in a fast food joint so to me it was relatively affordable.

Great place with plenty of seating and a variety of foods. The service is always very friendly and…read morehelpful, especially when I'm not sure what each item is. I've tried their empanadas, they are delicious,l and very filling. They have it in beef, chicken and cheese. Also like their pan de bono. It's soft and slightly chewy. They also have sweet pastries with guava with cheese, and a dulce de leche one too! There is also a spread of hot foods and so much more! I need to come back to try more

Best Peruvian in Forest Hills and also one of the most delicious restaurants in Forest Hills. It…read moredoes seem to take a little longer, but the food taste like it is made-to-order and even home made. They recently adding cocktails like sangria to their beverage menu.

We came with a group of 6 adults and 3 kids, and everyone ordered something different. Every single…read moredish was delicious, especially the chicken and pasta- chef's kiss! The drinks were amazing as well. The staff member who took care of us was friendly, helpful, and hardworking. He made sure everything was great! We had such a wonderful time and will definitely be coming back for the delicious food, especially the chicken and pasta. We were also, vibing their music! Fun times!

I came for the yuca fries. I know that's a pretty odd menu item to check El Gauchito out for. It's…read moreright by the highway and on my way home so why not? Parking was pretty rough, circled around twice. Once I got inside, the staff was all pretty friendly. Gave me an ipad with the menu and I got yuca fries and a gnocchi pasta and totaled about $30. The food was good but portions were small. The restaurant was completely packed though and since it's an Argentinian steak house, Im sure I didnt get what they're known for. I'll have to come again for the meats but for what I got, it was okay but pricey.

This place has been on my list and tonight I finally got to check it off. Wow. What a meal!…read more A very unassuming place right off the highway but once you walk in it's a very cozy restaurant. Staff was super friendly and our waitress Mel, was very nice in explaining the menu. It was an Extensive menu and of course your wide array of meats! The free bread that comes to table warmed was perfect. We also got a small place of a few slices of meat with cheese which was delicious. Nice complimentary touch. I ordered the skirt steak and a side of garlic potatoes. With an Inca cola! Before anything, a nice hefty does of chimichurri was left on our table. Excitement is an understatement. The steak came out and the smell of the char with it being perfectly seasoned was hypnotic. It looked and was super juicy. You don't even need the chimichurri! The garlic potatoes were heavy on the garlic of course and it was great. I just wished it was a bit more on the plate. Very very satisfying meal that does not break the bank. I definitely would recommend checking this place out. I'll be back!

Dining at Kantu restaurant was a delightful experience from start to finish. The food was…read moreexceptional, the staff attentive, and the ambiance was perfect for a cozy evening. Highly recommended . From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was spot on. Our server Luis was very professional , He recommended the most iconic Peruvian dishes to us, as well as the Pisco Sour and some signature cocktails. What a hidden gem! It feels like dining in a friend's home if your friend happens to be an amazing chef". The Lomo saltado was a flavor explosion, and the ribeye was cooked to perfection". I will definitely return with family and friends.

My sister and I visited Kantu Peruvian Cuisine on August 16, 2026, and this was our second time…read morehere. The food was AMAZING the first time around, so I was really hoping they would deliver again. And when it came to the food--they absolutely did! We ordered ceviche, tostones with guacamole, drinks, and our entrées. Everything was coming out and we were enjoying ourselves. I went to the restroom--which, by the way, was very clean--and when I returned to the table, I happ5ened to look up in the corner. That's when I noticed the restaurant had a PENDING letter grade. Now I'm concerned. I asked our server if she could find out from the manager why the grade was pending. She came back and told us it was because of a leak, but they couldn't remember the inspection score. That answer didn't completely sit well with me, so you know what happened next... I started digging. The last time I visited, they had an A, so seeing "Grade Pending" definitely caught my attention. When I looked into the restaurant's inspection history, I couldn't find the specific reason for the current pending grade, but I did see that an earlier inspection in May 2025 resulted in a B. I understand that even a restaurant with an A can have violations or issues, and a pending grade doesn't automatically tell you what the problem is. But when I'm eating somewhere, I definitely want to know what's going on. Our server was super sweet and reassuring, and the restaurant had plenty of customers dining there. The restroom was also extremely clean, so I'm hoping that same level of cleanliness carries into the kitchen. And trust me--I'll be driving by next week to see what letter is in that window! I'm rooting for an A! Now let's get back to that FOOD because they deserve their credit. The flavors were so good. My steak came out medium-rare exactly the way I ordered it, the asparagus was delicious, and that GUACAMOLE?! EVERYTHING! The food here really is excellent. The servers have been welcoming, attentive and sweet during both of my visits, and I was especially happy that I was able to enjoy my meal without having an allergic reaction. That's why I really need Kantu to keep it together! The food is too good, the service is too welcoming, and I'd love to see more people in the area experience their excellent Peruvian cuisine. MIXED BAG THIS VERDICT: MIXED FOOD: KISSES! Flavor: Service: Cleanliness I personally observed: Pending Grade: I'm watching... The food gets my kiss of approval , but that pending grade keeps this review firmly in the MIXED category for now. Kantu, I'm rooting for you. Now let's get that A back in the window!

Ordered large family meal with chicken. Also had a small fried seafood platter. This was four…read morepeople for dinner and it was too much food. We got to pack the extra for another lunch and dinner the next day. Service was fine and it was not too noisy because we went early (5:00 on a Saturday).

I love coming here but unfortunately on Sunday's they have a bartender who first of all does not…read moreknow how to make a drink. I always come here and enjoy the food and the ambiance and Gabriel is amazing with the drinks. I came on Sunday to eat but also was watching the World Cup which I'm very aware that they close at 10pm. As I was eating and watching the game all you can see is the bartender looking at his watch every second and looking at the customers so we can see is time for us to leave. I'm not kidding it was every second... so rude!! I still had a good 30 minutes to 10pm but this bartender was rude looking at his watch. We were watching the game and 10 minutes before closing he turned off the tv right on our face. Ughhh I felt like saying something but stood shut. When we left and drove off and as we drove by the place the bartender has the nerve to turn the tv back on. If you're coming here Sunday night beware of this rude bartender who does not know how to make a drink.

Geez la wheez. Makes me feel like I went to my Aunts where she makes a mountain of food for me due…read moreto that i'm too "skinny" and keeps cooking till I can't walk no more! Oh man... First off. The food was of course amazing! seasoned well, even the rice! One thing for sure. Their corn cakes. I usually don't care or that cause it's usually dry, cold, and tasteless. This place on the other hand was warm, crispy, and a touch of salt which is a plus to me! The chicharon. Pfft... forget about it. Crispy on the outside. Soft and tender! Oh man I just need like sauces to dip! to give it that nice finish! Everything else on the dish was cooked perfectly. The plantains was nice and soft and sweet, the chicken was fall off the bone, the steak was juicy and not overly tough! Definitely give this place a try! I would definitely order from here again!

The people at this restaurant are so nice. haven't had a bad experience yet. The food is also…read moregood so it's a win win. It's super close to my house so I'm glad about that too. I've ordered almohabanas, and the famous bandeja paisa my son loved it so that says alot. He's super picky.