Oohhhhh my gosh, these were so good! I have driven by so many times and thought oh I need to stop…read morein, finally was in the area and hungry. it's a cool vibe inside, plants , art, felt very downtown city....I loved the projector art that danced and changed on top of the paintings, just thought that was the coolest thing and could have sat there watching that forever! Now for the arepas we got a chicken one and a beef, then shared, let me say both were incredible! The corn cakes were thin and cooked perfectly and held up to the massive amounts of filling stuffed inside. So flavorful the chicken salad with avocado delicious, the beef with cheese and sweet plantains, so many flavors and textures, one bite and you just wanted more! We destroyed these, no leftovers, so good! oh definitely get some of the cilantro sauce too! loved it , can't wait to visit again!

Came back when I was in town for work and it's still just as good! The staff is always so friendly…read moreand the food always hits the spot. I got the pabellon arepa and taqueños to go and there was a very short wait (they make the arepas fresh!), but it was so good. I also enjoyed house made mango juice which was very refreshing on a hot summer day. Parking is a bit tight, but there's more parking within walking distance. All in all, a very authentic, local spot.

Food and service was fantastic. Everything had great flavor and there were tons of gluten free…read moreoptions. The empanadas that are gluten free were so good. The green onion cream sauce was to die for and my husband who's not a fan of peppers ate all of them in the fantastic fried rice with chicken and steak. Order it all, you can't go wrong.

Empanada Factory is one of those small, clean local spots that never disappoints. Every time we…read morevisit, the food is consistently delicious and full of flavor. We shared the appetizer platter and the picada, and both truly hit the spot, great portions and perfect for sharing. The empanadas are always fresh, and you can tell everything is made with care. It's the kind of place you're always happy to come back to, whether it's for a casual bite or to satisfy a craving for something comforting and tasty. A wonderful little hidden gem in Jax!

I had the pleasure of enjoying food from El Chamo Criollo this evening…read more I ordered one La Sifrina arepa and beef empanadas! Super flavorful, and fresh with heaping portions! I thought the service was pretty good. He was pretty busy but handled everyone with ease and kindness. I appreciated how clean the food truck was. I feel as though they take food safety very serious. The payment device was even clean! Haha! I do not play about food safety and cleanliness.

This food truck came to our complex yesterday and OMG! The BESTTTTT food truck I've had here in…read moreJax. We had the cheese Cachapa (so good!) - perfect mix of sweet with the corn pancake like wrap and the stringiest meatiest cheese inside. The green sauce and garlic sauce I had in the side too, wowza! And the sweet plantains, those things are just one of my favorite foods. And we had the chicken arepa #1 La Reina Pepiada! I wish there were words that could describe how delicious it was. My mouth watered with every single bite. I love this place, I really hope they come back to our complex because I need more The Taquenos were just okay, but it didn't even matter because I was way to focused on the rest blowing my mind to care! Def ask for all the extra sauces because they are all bomb.

Delicious arepas made to order in a clean renovated space with a large menu selection, including…read morespecialty coffees. The staff is friendly but service can take a little while if it's busy during lunchtime. Worth the wait, though!

We went to Avila Bakery for breakfast and tried a variety of things from a plate that included…read moreeggs, bacon, hash brown patties and pancakes to empanadas, a ham and cheese pastry and a donut-- the names of the last two I missed getting. There were so many other delicious looking things in the cases, and the extensive menu looked promising. Everything was delicious and we'll be back to try more. You order at the counter, but food is brought to the table, and the dining area is bright and clean with plenty of seating and nice appeal.

Wow! I had a craving for a burger and this spot hit all the high notes. I also got a virgin…read morepinacolada to go with it. The burger was so big I had to take a box home. I will have a nice treat tonight with some extra papas fritas to go with my burger. This place will not disappoint! I will be back! Ps they do not have gender neutral bathrooms and they could be a bit cleaner but the food exceeded the ambiance.

If you're looking for an authentic Venezuelan menu you must try Galaxy Burger. The menu has so much…read moreto choose from I can't wait to go back and try another selection. Wonderful service and great atmosphere.

10s on 10s on 10s. I…read morecould not have been happier with this meal. The smell of the grill, the smoke, being outside, the perfect blend of food truck and restaurant. Perfect for the whole family! We had the Bendeja Mediana. Between the steak, the beef on a stick, sausage, ribs, cachapas, tostones, I cant say what was best. The bite of steak with the cachapa, the ribs and tostones, we couldnt get enough, and unbelievable to us even that we got through most of it. Here my son discovered how much he liked ropa vieja style empanadas. He had them back to back, and it was one of the best I have ever had. Everyday I contemplate driving up to Jacksonville just for this meal!

Very good grilled steak! Juicy, char-grilled, meaty and beefy!…read more The tequenos (savory fried pastry with cheese inside) were good too! Price was quite reasonable. Spacious venue with Venezuelan decoration!

Very good spot, good food The server was very nice and…read morefriendly, I ordered empanadas and a piece of the pineapple cake to share with my mom

Excellent mom and pop style restaurant, food was hands down one of the best Latin restaurants I've…read morehad. Arepas, empanadas and the shredded beef were excellent. I'll be back for sure.

1000 stars!!…read more Absolutely amazing every single time!! Now, they have the cutest desserts in jars too. Food is always great Staff is lovely and helpful Great menu Clean restrooms (important) Plenty of parking!!!

I've been to Salento twice now, so I feel like I got a good sense of what they have to offer…read more I started with the carne empanadas, which came with complimentary chimichurri and hot sauce. They were crispy on the outside, warm on the inside, and filled with flavorful meat. The sauces paired perfectly with them and made an already great appetizer even better. For my entrée, I ordered the Bandeja Paisa, and it did not disappoint. The meats were the star of the plate. Everything was juicy, cooked perfectly, and seasoned just enough without being overpowering. The steak was surprisingly tender despite being well done, with just the right amount of fat. The sausage had a great snap, the egg was perfectly jammy, and the chicharrón was absolutely incredible--crispy, crunchy, and easily one of the best I've had. I didn't try the sweet plantains since I'm not a fan and they couldn't be substituted. The arepa was good, although nothing particularly memorable. The only parts of the meal I wasn't impressed with were the rice, which was a bit too salty for my taste, and the beans, which lacked flavor and were underwhelming. For dessert, I tried both the tiramisu and the chocolate cake. The tiramisu was just okay--it wasn't bad, but it didn't stand out, and I wouldn't order it again. The chocolate cake, however, was outstanding. It was incredibly moist, rich without being overly sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, Salento does an amazing job with their meats, and that's what I'd recommend most. While a couple of the sides and one dessert didn't quite hit the mark for me, the empanadas, Bandeja Paisa, chicharrón, and chocolate cake were all excellent. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. The environment is pretty nice and quiet.

Visite este lugar al principio y me pareció muy rico y con buen precio, compré un mofongo relleno…read morede pernil, mi esposo un plato que tenía arroz, bistec y ensalada, para llevar nos llevamos una sopa que nos recomendó el dueño, una empanada y un flan, con la comida tomamos dos refrescos y pagamos 42 dólares en total por todo,luego hace una semana fuimos y por el mismo mofongo que avía pedido la primera vez , un dimpling relleno con dos refresco me cobraron 38 dólares, no pedí ni sopa, ni postre, ni empanada, o subieron los precios demasiado o me estafaron, muy triste pues son muy pocos los lugares donde se pueda comer comida puertorriqueña definitivamente no vuelvo

Food was good I really enjoyed the food customer service. Need some work but overall really good…read morefood.

Stop for the cheap gas. Stay for the grilled meats and cheese sandwiched between two honking…read moresmashed plantain "buns". It's a little expensive but you get a lot of food. $20 for two sandwiches. There are also huge meat platters for a group of people. The side of the gas station is a nice little fenced in oasis with picnic tables. Good tunes playing. BTW, Rucio Moro is the name of a horse in a famous song by Venezuelan folk singer Reynaldo Armas. This is the second Venezuelan food truck I have visited in Jax. I think the Rucio Moro folks moved up from Orlando. Good news for cowboy food lovers.

The unassuming location will not prepare you for how good this food is. The arepa is delicious! I…read morecan't wait to bring the rest of my family back.