My dad is from Medellin Colombia I recently moved to…read moreTennessee Made the hour drive for some Colombian food I ordered to go Food was ready once I arrived Great customer service and fresh authentic food Generous portions for a great price Only thing I didn't like was the drink I got it was way too watery I wanted a avena but they were out that day Definitely will be back

We were looking for something different for dinner and we found La Cucharita on Yelp. it had good…read morereviews, so we thought we would give it a try. They are located in a little shopping plaza, so there is plenty of free parking. The restaurant is a no-frills, seat yourself type of place. The menus were written in Spanish and English, so if you don't speak Spanish, you will be fine. My husband ordered the Bistec Encebollado (Grilled Steak and Onions) with rice, beans and maduros. I ordered the Arepas Rellenas--one with chicken and one with beef. I thought they would be small, so I ordered two. I was very wrong. They were so huge that I could only eat half of one! The rest went home and made excellent leftovers the next day. The chicken and the beef in the arepas were so tender and flavorful. I did not need to add any hot sauce or condiments to add more flavor. I would definitely recommend the arepas. Definitely a good stop to get your Colombian food fix!

I am lucky enough to have them visit my workplace with their food truck on occasion. Every empanada…read moreI have tried with them is amazing and seasoned perfectly. My favorites include the corn and cheese, chicken, and beef! Friendly customer service as well. They taste so amazing that when they come by I buy extra to bring home to the family, who are now hooked as well! They are always the highlight of my week when I see them pop up on our food truck schedule. They reheat amazingly well also. My only complaint is that I wish they showed up even more frequently at nights at STW!

The food was great! Super fresh and tasty. I got two juicy empanadas, one chicken and one beef,…read morewith fries to boot. My only gripe is that I placed an online order and got texted it was ready before the fries were done. That and the portions were a bit smaller than I would hope for the price.

Everything here is made with love I really felt like I was teleported to the Caribbean. I built my…read moreplate with yellow corn rice, shredded beef, sweet plantains, potato salad. I love when food tastes homemade and everything here does just that! Don't forget to try their empanadas too! The chicken empanada is to die for, incredibly juicy. The Dominican fried cheese paired perfectly with the plate as well. It was crispy on the outside but so soft on the inside . The fresh juices are a must! They offer indoor and outdoor seating. The customer service is very friendly and helpful by even offering suggestions.

The food was great but a bit pricey. The service is always top tier and the plane is always clean…read moreand tidy inside and out. The staff are friendly and the food is fresh flavorful and always something nice and new to try they even have fresh juice not much if you don't like bones in your food they do have a chicken grilled filleted breast but it's very dry Very flavorful though so that's a plus I really enjoy everything I get here never had a complaint and if I did I feel like they would help me find a solution.

Decent Empanadas and great for an airport fast food establishment…read more 3 cheese and spicy chicken were tasty.

Delicious authentic Venezuelan food! Try the Reina pepiadas!!! Many gluten free options for the…read moreCeliacs in the house.

If Tres Gauchos had any struggles of daily operation in the past, those have all been alleviated…read morenow. My experience was wonderful and they're handling the pandemic well and appropriately. I walked into the Plaza Mariachi center looking for lunch. A beautiful young lady cheerfully took my order, which was processed quickly and efficiently. I decided to try the hamburger and the chicken wings. The hamburgesa was a thick, half-pound beef patty cleverly seasoned with a brilliant flavor. It came with a fried egg, a buttered bun, lettuce, and tomato. Admittedly, I was also hoping for the pico, cotija, and remolade that appear as toppings on the menu version. They were absent, and they might simply be out of certain condiments as the coronavirus persists. But that didn't detract from the satisfying taste! The chicken wings are smoked until tender, and then fried for a lovely crisp red exterior. Oh they were delicious! They were missing the tequila lime dressing, perhaps another casualty of the pandemic. It's not uncommon to alter one's menu these days. But they were undeniably tasty! A nice surprise were the hand-cut potatoes that accompanied both entrees, fried just enough for that crispy edge while soft and tender on the inside. I think almost any dish will come with these little gems. Overall, I had a wonderful experience at Tres Gauchos!

Hands down the best place to eat at Plaza ever since the hot bar at Mas Fresco was removed awhile…read moreback. The potatoes here are so perfectly crispy on the outside & hot & soft on the inside, something you'll want to replicate at home for sure. The real shining star of the menu i think is the hamburger. The patty has to be higher grade sirloin & the seasoning is perfect. they top it with a perfectly cooked egg, delicious bread & standard burger fixings. My wife & i have both had it & think its a top 5 burger in Nashville even when compared to places like the Pharmacy, Gabbys, & other known burger joints. Large portions & better quality food than you'd probably imagine for a food court type location.

I wish I had pictures to show you, but I ate everything so fast I forgot. This place delivers!…read moreHighly recommend them! We were hosting an event at my work I helped coordinate, and wanted a few food trucks. I emailed Chivanada and Daniel responded so quickly and kindly with all the information needed. He was so easy to work with. They arrived on time, and were super popular! We had them and one other food truck there. While I heard rave reviews of both, there was a constant line for this one. Personally, I tried the beef and chicken empanadas and the avocado/tomato salad. That gooey Gouda cheese was the perfect addition. I was not a huge fan of the white dipping sauce, but it was still good. I prefer a chimichurri sauce for empanadas, but that's just me. Daniel, I'm sure I'll be in touch to use you guys for another event in the future. Thank you for everything -- we loved having you!

I was really excited to try their empanadas, especially given that they're gluten-free! Some…read moreempanadas are wheat based, but these are based from corn. I ordered a beef and shrimp empanada. The total was $14, and it's great that you get to mix and match any two for $14. I was a little bit, disappointed by how salty the empanadas were. I felt like I was sprinkling lime juice in using the cream sauce, just to dull down the saltines rather than for the flavor. The beef and cheese empanada was a bit oily, but less salty, whereas the shrimp empanada was quite salty. I was, however, quite impressed by the yucca fries. Those were very well seasoned, and had a sweetness to them. That was really pleasant! I definitely wanted to like this place a lot more than I did, especially given the hype around them.

Had a layover in Nashville Airport and didn't want any of the hot chicken options, so I opted for…read moreempanadas! The service was cool. The girl at the counter was friendly, no complaints there! There were a few different stuffing options for the empanadas, and I went with the spicy beef! I liked it a lot! Only taking away a star because I think it could've been more full, but it was yummy! Of course, they give you the option to warm it up, so that's always nice! I think even more impressive is the design of the cafe! The bright pink/fuchsia as the primary color is so eye-catching and pretty! And the way everything is laid out, from the drinks to cookies and even danishes, is all super neat! Everything was super clean and efficient! For a quick bite at the airport, it did what it needed to do!

OverPriced....Bland Flavor ..... Never Again..... Spicy…read moreBeef no spice at all !!! Classic Beef taste like nothing .... I have traveled around South America & Europe by Far this is the most disappointing & most expensive empanada ever.

This is the best Venezuelan food I've had. They have a done…read morea really good job at combining great food, great atmosphere, excellent customer experience at a decent price. The food is always fresh, tasty and authentic. Maybe my only complaint would be that they don't always have my favorite desserts. Lol Everything I've tried is good. The patacon is a generous size for the price. It can be shared if you're not feeling hungry. Totally family friendly and they have a small stage, I believe they have seasonal performances. The area? I mean... not the best but not the worst. The parking is shared with the other business. Must try!

Let me start by saying that I really like Venezuelan food. I ate it regularly when I was el rey de…read moreMiami y La Playa de Miami. De verdad. So, in the [redacted] number of years in which I left Florida and moved to Nashville, I have been on the hunt in Middle Tennessee to replicate the flavors and food I enjoyed in the 305. I'm still looking. It was a new year and I was feeling adventurous. Some yelpers had made mention of a new(ish) Venezuelan spot in Antioch and I wasn't doing much on a Friday night so... I drove south to see what was what. The strip mall Totuma is in has a few Latin American restaurants so if you're looking for sazon, you can take a trip around the plaza and have something new for a while. I parked and walked in with excitement. I was greeted with a sigh, shrug and a not-so-inviting look. Had traffic not been so bad I would have walked out. Maybe I should have. First impressions have a lot of power and my first impression was that I was unwelcome in that place. Trying to power through, I approached the young woman at the hostess stand and tried to engage in some friendly small talk. Nope. Not interested. This was getting worse. Not wanting to continue the pain, I ordered, paid, sat, and waited for my food. The dining room wasn't very busy which allowed me to feel the burn of her stare. I don't know what the problem was but I was beginning to wonder if it was me. Mercifully, my food was ready. The hostess dropped at at the table I was sitting without a word. Cool. I drove home in a bit of a funk. Food is nourishment, yes, but I can (should) also make you feel good. I was not feeling good. I got home with hopes that my belly would take over for my feelings. The double order of papa yuca started things off well. The best I can describe this is yuca balls with cheese. As most things fried with cheese, these were good. Not great. Good. But at this point, I would take 'good.' For my main, I had a trio of arepas: shredded beef, chicken and pork. The arepas were a good size and each came with a generous portion of meat. But all three meats were incredibly salty to the point of being inedible... and I can eat a lot of not-so-great things. Coupled with the overwhelming salt bomb, the food tasted devoid of emotion. It sounds dumb to say but you can sense when food is made with passion/love/fervor. You can also sense when it's not there. It wasn't there. The search continues.

Came all the way from Illinois on vacation. Staff is very friendly. Come one day to try and the…read morefood is fantastic. On our last day in Nashville we stopped again before heading back home. Its that good. Empandas are amazing!! I highly recommend you if you're in Nashville. They are at the farmers market by the Nashville State Museum.

Absolutely delightful empanadas with staff that do all in their power to make sure you enjoy your…read moreexperience! When I went, the kiosk ordering system indicated they were out of beef and cheese empanadas. I asked the man working whether that was the case, and he said yes but that he'd put cheese on the side of my beef empanada! The empanada was fresh and crispy. It had a perfectly crispy crust, and I LOVED the corn dough used for the empanadas. They're so much more flavorful than flour based empanadas in my opinion. I will absolutely be back to this food truck to try more wonderful food!

This is a excellent place to enjoy Peruvian cuisine. I decided to have lunch here as it is…read more"approved" by my Peruvian friend. It was mother's day and they were very busy- so booking a table on Open Table was the right move. I love Lomo Saltado, Ceviche, Chaufa- but this time I decided to try something new and got Aji de Gallina. I love the flavor of aji amarillo and the flavor & taste were perfect. It was so delicious. It was served in a big plate and I had to save the half of it for later. Pricing on menu is slightly more than I usually spend for lunch, but here I thought it was worth every dollar! Quality and taste delivered. Last but not least, our server was wonderful! She was attentive, friendly and spoke to us in Spanish and English. What a gem in East Nashville. If you have not tried Peruvian cuisine, you just have to try it here!

This was our fifth or sixth time eating here, and the food is consistently excellent. The staff are…read morewelcoming and friendly. We made a reservation and were seated promptly when we arrived. Easy, free street parking out front. Some highlights - the chicha morada drink is delicious; the octopus in the pulpo appetizer was cooked perfectly; the steak in the tallarines verdes was tender and flavorful. I will continue to recommend this restaurant to friends and bring out of town guests here!!