Astoria has a couple good Colombian spots, and i'm glad there's one near the park. Always try the bandeja paisa if looking for a hefty portion. The sazón on the beans and meat reminds me of what i'd get in Cali, Colombia. Great food and good portions. They have a nice variety to choose from and they also try new things, like the little tostón cups i believe they were called. Def coming back. I've seen some reviews here where people look past the food and complain about petty things. Sometimes service at a smaller restaurant can't match the service at larger establishments, but I'm happy to trade that for the quality of food here. Acento Latin Kitchen and bar used to be my go to spot during covid for to-go margaritas and empanadas to enjoy at Astoria park. Fast forward to 2026 and this spot is still bangin. read more

Delicious food with very generous portions. That quesadilla was bursting with cheese, meat, and flavor. We did have to wait quite a bit for them to refill our waters, but otherwise a great place for a quick bite. I'd definitely come back when I'm in the area, it's great for a grab and go meal. read more

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We came here last week to celebrate my birthday and it was so worth it! Located right on ditmars blvd it is easily accessible by the q69 bus and the n/w to Ditmars blvd. We made it just in time for happy hour that ended at 7pm. We all got two rounds of margaritas. We started off with the chips and guacamole, then each got a mini bandeja paisa. The guacamole was so fresh and creamy. It was just so good! The food was delicious. Those beans were everything! Everything was a good size and you get a lot for your money. The girls were so attentive. We came on a Thursday evening and it wasn't packed at all. We would definitely try the spot again; even if it's just to order in. See you soon Acento! read more

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I needed to get something delicious for an upcoming Friendsgiving in Astoria Queens. After some brainstorming, I decided on a bottle of coquito. After searching on Yelp and calling around a few places to confirm, I went over to Acento Latin Kitchen & Bar. They sold me a massive bottle for $32. I'm not drinking alcohol currently however it looks absolutely delicious! Based on the beautiful off white color, the tantalizing aroma and creamy thick texture, I can already can tell that my friends are going to love it (and drink every last drop)! read more

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Empanadas are on point! Happy hour beers were fantastic! I didn't like the chemical smell of the cleaning agents they use (too damn strong!) but I'm nuts like that. Will be back for more Empanadas. read more

Haven't had food here, but the drinks are bomb. They totally hit the spot if you are looking for a quick drink.

Opened in 2019 and inspired by the owners' grandmothers, this establishment located on Ditmars Blvd in Astoria is dedicated to serving its customers homestyle cooking. Acento Latin Kitchen and Bar caters to cuisine from a variety of Latin cultures, including Colombia, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Ecuador, and Mexico, but with a very strong Colombian cuisine. My cousin and I came for dinner tonight on a weeknight as first timers. Upon arrival, the interior was nicely decorated with a fusion of Latin souvenirs and family photos, while Spanish music was playing in the background. We were greeted by the staff. For starters, we decided to split the chicken empanadas. For our main entree, we have decided on Ropa Vieja (Cuban-style shredded beef served with yellow rice, sweet plantains, and black beans) and Mini Bandeja Paisa (a mini-traditional country platter with beef, rice, beans, pork skin,sweet plantains, eggs, corn cake, and avocado). The food was totally delicious and authentic, and the taste was right on point! The pricing was comparable to the area. We had an excellent time, and we can recommend this place. read more

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In love with this Restaurant!! Every time I come here the quality of the food is consistent. Great food, awesome flavor and the portions are big! I was craving for some latino food , ofc I was looking on yelp and I found this restaurant. The hostess is was very nice and the servers are fast! The menu is huge ! the drinks are very well made. With the COVID-19 situation the indoor dinning is closed but they have outdoor dinning. I know is winter , is cold but this restaurant has great heaters . Actually, is the only restaurant that you wont feel cold at all! those heaters are great! I been to another restaurant where the heaters don't work ! Food ! Chips with Guacamole - always a good choice for appetizers ! La Reina Pepiada - 5 of 5 ! My favorite Arepa!! Arepa is a traditional Colombian and Venezuelan Food ! This one is with shredded chicken with mayonnaise, avocado , garlic and other condiments. Bandeja Paisa - 5 of 5! Traditional Country platter with a mix of everything ! rice, beans, meat even eggs! Drinks ! Bombay's Classic Martini ! 10 of 10!! its very well made ! Margaritas ! are great!!! 5 of 5 Bathrooms are clean Extremely recommended ! read more

Acento Latin Kitchen and Bar - Guacamole & Chips with Bombay's Classic Martini - Latin American Near Me - Astoria, New York

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This place is the one I always prefer. I visit plenty of restaurants but here I go the most. The crew is very cordial and the cuisine they offer is so good. I am always happy to have a good meal in this restaurant. I recommend this place with pleasure. This place is doubtless one of the most attractive restaurants in the area. Anytime I visit this place I am absolutely pleased. They manage their very high level service and the topmost level of cooking they serve. You no doubt will love this restaurant. Highly They prepare sensational dishes, they have a rich menu, The chef in that restaurant is well trained, I like very much tasting all their food. The food is always fresh, the service towards the clients is agreeable. I go often to this restaurant and I not even once was unhappy One of my preferred spots to grab something to eat. good location, well organised, and very good customer service. Highly recommended! Very authentic Spanish comfort food!Everything that is offered in this place is homemade, they got a very small staff extremely friendly and helpful . We need support our small and local business! We are facing really difficult moments for small business in Ny lets support the places that we love! Amazing place, great service and amazing food. Great cocktails, it's authentic food. read more

Acento Latin Kitchen and Bar - 16 dollars for a 32 oz drink to go. Sign me up - Latin American Near Me - Astoria, New York

Last night, I drove down Ditmars looking for a restaurant with outdoor heated seating and Latin fusion restaurant, Acento fit the bill. Although in the high 30s outside, the heated lamp and canopy and coats on, made it warm enough to eat. Most entrees are under $20. I ordered their hot apple cider with rum for $12 which was perfect for sitting outdoors. My dining companion had a $9 glass of Cabernet which she said was an above average house wine. I ordered the ropa vieja which came with fresh and chippy plántanos, yellow rice and black beans. Way better than what I was expecting, everything was fresh and flavorful. We split a tres leches which was made that day and one of the best I've ever had. The owner was lovely and gave us coquito (Puerto Rican egg nigh with rum) and it was also top notch. I'll be back for outdoor dining this winter! read more

Delicious and filling meal. My and I thoroughly enjoyed our arepas. The guac was simply flavored and the sweet plantains were perfect. Our arepas were very fulfilling and were easy to enjoy in the cold weather because they have outdoor heating. Mera's Tip: bear the cold and eat your plantains. read more

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The food is really good, they have a good cook, the service very friendly. Nice restaurant to have dinner with family and friends.

One of my favorite latin American restaurants. I've ordered here a bunch of times for delivery. I usually get the picada acento and its always a big portion, takes me couple days or more to finish. My favorite is the pork in this dish. I've also ordered the ceviche and lomo saltado before as well and everything is tasty! read more

Great dinner spot! Came here on a Thursday evening with a friend and got seated right away. To start off, I got the Chipotle Chicken Empanada, which was really good. I tried my friend's Beef Empanada which was pretty good too. For my meal I got the Tacos de Pescado which I thought was really good. Had a couple frozen margaritas during our meal and I left feeling pretty good haha. Definitely worth the visit! read more

Acento Latin Kitchen and Bar - chipotle chicken empanada (great) and beef empanada (good) - Latin American Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Big portions for your buck! Get the tostones with chicharron for sure. The place is small but offers outdoor seating. The menu is fairly sized with lots of carne and seafood options. They have your typical colombian platters as well. Overall solid spot read more

Acento Latin Kitchen and Bar - Tostones With Guacamole Y Chicharron - Latin American Near Me - Astoria, New York

Very Friendly staff , I got the frozen margarita. BEST MARGARITA !!!!! Must try this one !!!! I didn't get any food here but the entire time I was there the kitchen and plates walking by smelled very delicious . Must come back and get the bandeja paisa acento! read more

Acento Latin Kitchen and Bar - Latin American Near Me - Astoria, New York

What a nice find not too far from the place we were staying. It was a little bit of a wait but the food was worth it for sure. When seated we had wonderful drinks and chose to get a mojito. I was surprised at how strong they make their drinks. You get your money's worth! The food was excellent. My wife's lomo salteado had fantastic flavor. Steak cooked just rice and the saltiness from the fries and rice tie it all together. My sandwich was also very good but unlike the steak from her dish, mine was a little tougher. Come try this place for sure read more

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Mehhh I really want to like this place because it's the only Colombian spot in the neighborhood but I feel like the food is subpar. I've been here before and tried different dishes but I can't say I've enjoyed them. I got the arepa acento which had chicharrón, beans, avocado and cheese but I can't say I enjoyed eating it. It had a strange consistency. Some other dishes I've tried where the guac and chips, quesadilla, and empanadas. I do have to say that the drinks are bomb. They are strong. I usually get the frozen margarita. It's a small restaurant with outdoor seating, however you can just walk in and there's usually no wait. The service is also friendly but I would only come here for drinks and small bites. read more

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The food was really good!! Finally found a perfect spot for my Latin food cravings stuff very friendly and the service excellent!! PS. Sizes were huge!! And soo delicious read more

Came here with my husband last weekend and the food was delicious. We enjoyed the guacamole as an appetizer and each had a main dish. The waiters were also very attentive and friendly. Will come back soon read more

I knew that this fairly new place offers a brunch deal because they advertise it on its instagram page. However, upon my arrival I wasn't offered that menu till I asked for one. The brunch and regular menus are very pictorial so just in case you don't know what to order, the pic will guide you. I ordered the calentado, this pretty much means some leftover food from the day before and warm up on the next day. Honestly, the rice with beans is the item that represents this. Everything else is supposed to be fresh. When you order from the brunch menu, you can get a cup of coffee or hot chocolate. If you like really strong coffee, you may want to order an espresso. I have to say it was fairly mild. They do not have creamer or decaf available. Once the my food arrived, I was impressed with how big the portion was. Come hungry! Food temperature was ok. The taste was good as well. I would come back and try their lunch menu, which is also advertise on IG. If you are in the Astoria area, give this place a try. Hi read more

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The food was okay, although I had appetizers only. The alcohol was watered down. Caipirinha tasted like more sour than anything. "Prohibido" was a odd mix of alcohol but again was not it. The restaurant is decent and service was great and the ambiance was chill. It's got a bar but next time I'll just grab a beer. read more

Food now the food is no like was last year now is small and price is high and the and the owner is so nasty. He would never say hello to his customers. I've been going there for eight years. He would never not even say hello to me so now after eight years I'm not going there anymore she is so mean. and he's going to lose his business. The business is empty. No one is there today, Sunday and I pass by and nobody he do mean I'm sorry for because he doesn't have personality I wish him luck!!! read more

I visited this restaurant last week. Wanted to try something different. I went on a workday so it was pretty much a slow night. There was no problem finding a table to sit at. The host checked vaccine cards and ID. The menu was a bit overwhelming since there were a lot of different options. They serve food in very large portions so it is best to order and share. The non-alcoholic drinks were my favorite. There was not a long wait for our food to come out. All in all it is a good small business spot to get some dinner if you are in the mood for something different or a different scene. read more

We ordered pick up from here and tried the chips + guacamole, spicy chipotle chicken empanada, yuca fries, and lomo salteado. The food was ready on time, the portions were hearty, and it was all absolutely DELICIOUS. I don't know what they put in their rice but I want an entire tub of it. The empanada was also so so flavorful and so crisp. Genuinely so excellent, I will definitely be coming back here again. read more

So where do i begin....natalia, Isi and viv off the hook. love them. even bruno brings his game. this place makes me relax and they are very vibrant, lovely, family oriented. if i keep talking i may never end this review. ohhh btw...food is off the hook too. l read more

I went here Friday night with my wife and daughters. We only had apps and sangria! Both were delicious!!! We had the mini picada and empanadas. Our daughters shared a steak sandwich. The sandwich felt like a buttery pressed Cuban sandwich, but it was a steak sandwich. The red house made hot sauce was also super good! Over all the place was really cute! Service was excellent constantly checking on us but not in a rude or annoying way. So good we're trying it today for brunch! See you guys soon!!! read more

You will be very very happy you chose Acento. Acento is one of the best additions to Astoria in recent years. First, the space is beautifully designed. Second, Acento is welcoming - they haves a wonderful friendly attentive staff and their portions are good sized while also being both delectable and affordable. They have amazing drinks - including two with aguardiente! The empanadas are quite tasty and the Pechuga en Crema de Pina is very nice. I have been five times, including once with the AstoriaCentric dinner, and they are just an incredible place. I highly recommend them. read more

This was a random choice as we were originally headed to a Greek place across the street. However, wait time was ridiculous so decided to give this place a chance and it did not disappoint. The service and food were great. No wait time and great music as well. They had cute Halloween decor all around the place. I would come back and try something different. They had a fusion of Latin dishes. Both dishes were excellent! Give this place a try. read more

Acento is really great! I got the traditional country platter which is FULL of food. I loved the pork belly, although it's a little hard to chew I mean it's a chunk of pork belly, it's gonna be good!! Steak was alittle tough too but fine. The plantains were sweet and yummy. I didn't expect this, but the Hawaiian empanada is so good! I definitely suggest getting it. I've had the classic beef and chicken empanadas from Acento as well and my favorites are Hawaiian and beef. When you get your food from Acento you know you're going to have a feast, which is the best feeling :) read more

This was our first time dining at Acento and it certainly did not disappoint. The food, service and ambiance was typical of what I would expect from a Colombian restaurant... very good traditional food, super friendly, accommodating and lively... My parents who dined with us are Colombian nationals and they were pleasantly surprised by the freshness and abundance of food served. My dad, who is 80 years old and a stickler for good Colombian food, said the beans were prepared the way his mom used to make them, and the Lomo Salteado platter (Peruvian style steak with rice, fries and salad) was excellent. The platter I ordered (Bandeja Paisa) was also very good and the best I've tasted in quite some time. We all ended up taking home leftovers! That's how much food they serve.... I also want to recognize our two servers, Camila and Alejandra, who worked as a team to make our drinks, take our orders and provide an excellent dining experience for my family. They went out of their way to sing happy birthday to me and serve a complimentary Tres Leches dessert, which was delicious! Overall, I highly recommend this Colombian restaurant to anyone who desires very good food and friendly service in a very relaxed and casual setting.... read more

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First things first. My reviews are air and I'm very selective about the restaurants I review. I haven't even finished my plate before I started writing this review. Acento got it. Hands down. The Bande Paisa is amazing. I've been eating Columbian food for 20 years. This place is a 10. The pork is crispy without spotty soft spots. Crispy all the way through. The steak is flavorful and moist. Not dry and hard as skirt steak can't often be. The empanadas. We're crispy and just amazing. Pack in a foil lined back to ensure the utmost crispness I ordered delivery and everything was packed nice and appropriately for transport. And they give sufficient sauce without me having to beg for extra and be charged for it. I ordered 2 empanadas and got 2 greed and 2 red sauces. Appropriate sauce to empanada ratio like hellooooo they get it. I'll definitely definitely only be ordering Columbian from here. Okuuuurrr read more

I finally tried Acento Latin Kitchen, the newest Latino eatery on Ditmars Blvd. Though it's been open for a few weeks I finally made it there. Walking in I found it cozy with Latin music playing in the back ground, being a Saturday afternoon it wasn't crowded and we immediately took a table. We tried The Acento Picada, which consisted of grilled meats (chicharon, pork belly, sausage, beef), fried yucca, fried plantains, fried mini potatoes, and the Calentado which consisted of fried beef steak, an arepa, a fried egg and a mixture of rice and beans. Everything ordered was incredibly fresh, and I mean fresh! These two platters were awesome, the portion sizes were surprisingly huge. The presentation of the food combined with the incredible service kind of surprised me. Rarely will I say I was glad I chose this spot. I intend to go back and try there happy hour. If you're in the Ditmars area and want to try something new and tasty, give this place a try. read more

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Got a chance to stop in last week to the new Latin spot on ditmars. I like the decor and the staff is very friendly. I tried the shredded beef on the fried plantains which was excellent, great taste, not to oily and if you ask for the hot sauce to put on top even better. I also tried the grilled chicken that was topped with a pineapple and ham sauce, I forget the name of the dish but it was not that great and my only reason for not getting 5 stars. I did let the staff know that the chicken was kind of dry and had no flavor. I know they just opened and they are taking feed back from their customers to improve their menu but the chef should never let chicken come out of the kitchen like that, especially a Latin kitchen. But that being said, I will go back again in 1 month to see what changes were made and I will update my review. read more

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REALLLYYY, REALLLYYY wanted to love this new local spot-- and in fairness I DID anticipate some new-business hiccups-- but we were very disappointed with the service and the food. My husband and I visited on a Sunday afternoon and we were seated quickly and provided with menus, but I knew we were in for an interesting meal when it took an uncomfortable amount of time to be offered something to drink. Fast forward a bit-- an appetizer, 2 dishes, and 2 drinks were ordered. Pause. It took another awkwardly looooong time for our drinks to arrive (whatever... new spot, typical hiccups) and a few minutes later the appetizer was served. To start, we shared the tostones con guacamole y chicharron, and though I really enjoyed the tostones themselves (crispy on the outside and soft on the inside!), the dish as a whole was all just cold and bland-tasting, and the chicharron crumbles seemed stale. Our main dishes arrived, and our server abruptly whisked away what was left of the appetizer (which, I guess, was fine since we weren't dying to finish it). My husband ordered the mini bandeja and I ordered la cachapa (arepa with cheese)-- and the first thing I noticed was that the cheese tucked inside my arepa wasn't even melted (see photo). The arepa itself was flavorful and sweet, but the whole thing was barely luke-warm and seemed undercooked and rushed. My husband's dish was supposed to have been the "mini" bandeja, but it seemed HUGE (NOT a bad thing). His arepa seemed stale, though, and the beans were flavorless (I tried them). No one returned to check on us, and I didn't feel like causing a weird scene by stopping the server as she passed, so we didn't complain. Finally admitting defeat, we asked to pay (this part of the experience went remarkably quickly!) and after barely signing the receipt, the server was back to hover over the table and collect the check before we had left (yikes...). The end. P.S. ...Again, I reallllly want this place to do well here on Ditmars, but I felt like I needed to share this feedback because if it weren't for the awkward service -- or absence thereof-- this could have been a totally different experience. We LOVE our local spots here, and want to see them do well, so I hope that when we swing by next time, things might be different! read more

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Came here for brunch... ordered the steak with eggs that comes with cheese arepa and rice/beans combo. Delicioso!!!! Highly recommended. read more

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first time trying out Latin American food and i'm glad i decided to give this place a try! the service was a little slow but it looked like only one person was serving so i'll try to be easy. the ambience and vibe (even though outdoor seating) was also pretty nice the waitress was honestly really friendly and provided good service! the food was honestly great and the portion sizes are huge for the price and the price for our meal was very fair! will recommend! read more

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Wondering if I went to the same spot people are raving about here. As I walked in, I noticed the space smells funny, but, whatever. The server was unattentive so I had to flagged her down . Ordered a margarita that tasted weird. I asked for the check and waitress handed to me, clearly saw my unfinished Margarita (glass was pretty full), and didn't bother to ask why I did not drink it. Just a few minutes before, my friend came in, tried said Marg, and noticed the nasty flavor as well: when she questioned the waitress about it, she got attitude. Never again...do yourself a favor and walk one block The Ditty: Amazing Happy Hour drinks, food and service.. read more

Fantastic food, great service and ambiance. You get alot for your money . I definitely will be back for more. I had the shrimp with garlic sauce it was cooked to perfection with great flavor! read more

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Crispy pork and fried plantains with guacamole. Crispy pork was over cooked so it was dry and crunchy and not moist. Guacamole had to much red onions mixed in it. read more

Acento Latin Kitchen and Bar - Crispy pork with fried plantains and guacamole - Latin American Near Me - Astoria, New York