Great food and service at a reasonable price. Owners were kind and helpful at a recent event.read more

This place was recommended by a friend. I placed an order for 10 mixed papusas, a chicken tamale,…read moreand tipico platter. When I called I was told it would take about 25 mins. I arrived around that time and waited in line, which seemed to take forever. When I walked in, there were a few people seated at tables, including a man by the door who obviously had a few too many beers, which is not my business, but it definitely creates an uncomfortable atmosphere when you walk in and he's staring at every woman like a full course meal. When I finally got up to the register, I gave them my name and the lady went to check and told me another 15 mins. I paid for my food and waited outside since I was not feeling the atmosphere. I contemplated ordering horchata, until I saw that they had them in open buckets and scooped them in the cups. Normally I wouldn't mind, but with the current situation, that was a big no, no! Everyone was wearing masks, but not too certain that distancing was really enforced, although the attempt was there. After about 50 mins since I placed my order, I finally got my food. My husband loved the tipico platter, but the papusas were definitely not my favorite compared to other local spots. I'm not sure that I would come back.

Nice spot for a cost effective burrito. I don't recommend any burrito to eat in the car but they…read morewrapped it pretty neatly so there was minimal spillage. Salsa add on was worth it and I liked the quality of the food. Would stop by again or recommend to friend nearby Want to try the street taco pizza next time

Cute place in Germantown. Walked in right before the dinner rush, which was convenient. Originally…read moreI sat outside, but the sun started beaming down in the section I was at so went inside instead. Ordered the trio dip and the birria tacos with consome combo. I enjoyed the nachos with the three different dips, but specifically enjoyed the thick cheese and guacamole. The birria tacos were extremely delicious with the consome being meaty, which was wonderful. Only downside to the visit was that it took about 20-30 minutes for the food to come out. Even when it came out, the food was kinda warm, which makes me think it may have sat for some time. I'm willing to go again, but hopefully get the food when it's hot and a little faster.

My Argentinian friend has been speaking highly of this place and wanted to bring me here to try the…read morefood. I am so glad he did. The food was really delicious. El Patio, located in Rockville is a family owned restaurant that serves traditional home-style meals from Argentina in a casual dining atmosphere. With their authentic Argentinian recopies, it gives diners a piece of Argentina in Rockville. One of the selling points for this restaurant is that it is a combination style restaurant( bakery, restaurant and packaged goods from Argentina. They have a wonderful selection of Argentinian wines. On Wednesday they have offer specials on bottles of wine for dining in and purchase. The food was absolutely delicious, we tried a variety of things. We started with the baked empanadas( chicken and beef). They were filling actually, nice and full of meat and flavorful. We also tried the Argentinean sausage sandwich. The sandwich came on this nice toasted bread. For dinner I had the Tira de Asado a la Parrilla( grilled beef short ribs). All the platters come with two sides. I got a salad and their french fries. OMG they have they best fries. Nice and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I didnt even use ketchup, that is how tasty they were. The salad was just a regular garden salad but the ingredients were so fresh, I didnt need any dressing. Their desserts are really good to, we got flan and the rogel. Overall everything was really good and I would definitely return. So if your over in the Rockville area, stop in, the food and service was really good SYOY

Received this recommendation from an Argentinian friend. Coming from him, I was looking forward to…read moreits authenticity. I've never had Argentinian food before, so I didn't know what to expect. During my first visit, my friend and I finished a 9.5 mi hike at Annapolis Rock and built up an appetite. We ordered one of the most popular meat dishes on the menu. I especially loved the blood sausage and could have ordered an entire plate of the blood sausage alone!!! The parillada came with two sides, so I opted for vegetables and rice/bread to balance out the meal. I've now visited twice thus far and the ordered same thing on the menu because I loved it so much. This is the kind of place that is family-friendly, has great portions, and can enjoy your food in a relaxed environment. On the plus side, I enjoyed the opportunity to practice my Spanish with the servers. +Parrillada Buenos Aires (Buenos Aires BBQ for Two) Grilled Short Beef Ribs, NY Strip, Skirt Steak, Argentinean Sausage, Blood Sausage, Sweetbread, and Chinchulines +Vegetales a la Parilla (Argentine-Style Grilled Vegetable Kabobs) Broccoli, Mushroom, Tomato, and Carrots

Needed to find a place to take some out of town friends. This was the majority choice selection. I…read moredidn't realize I pass by this restaurant about once a month. So glad we got to experience it. The moment we sat down, the server provided complimentary chips with salsa. Delicious. Some of the many items we ordered were: Guacamole - great. tacos : shrimp, carne asada and lengua. Highly recommend the lengua tacos. Tacos themselves looked and tasted handmade. Chimichanga - large portion and finished with no complaints. Queso ( cheese) Quesadilla : right on point. Kids chicken tenders : embarrassed that we order this but something for the kiddos who haven't or are still developing their palates. Wouldn't recommend though. A bit dry. Wonderful selection of drinks : fountain drinks, frozen lemonade ( delicious) and horchata ( great). They do have a nice bar with a wide selection. Ambiance was laid back and quite quiet with the busy road nearby. 4.35 stars.

This is such a missed spot that deserves probably more hype than it has. I've literally passed by…read morethis restaurant for years and decided to try it for the first time this year for Carry-out with friends. I ordered their pupusas (pork and cheese) and it was definitely done right. The steak/shrimp fajitas are also a very good option. Service is quick. I think weekdays their business is a bit slower. Very casual and spacious restaurant but limited parking.

El Salvador Cuisine....Food, service and ambiance is a one stop shop. You can't loose here! Home…read morestyle cooking at its finest and can't beat the price :) Pick what you want from the menu, it will take you back to the day you were young and momma was prepping your meals...sort of sad but honestly why I keep going back. A must try! Top choice in my book.

This place used to be good. The food and service were excellent but lately they suck. Their pupusas…read moretaste and smells like they using spoiled ingredients. They want to charge you for every little thing like the dressing for the little salad that comes in every main dish they charge you for hot sauce. The last time I placed an order for pick up they put it in a used wet dirty bag. And the cashier didn't care at all. I give this place one star because they service the customers like they are the only mediocre Mexican-Salvadoran food place in the area.

To be honest, I am not a big fan of Latino cuisine, but it doesn't mean their food isn't good, I…read morejust didn't have much chance to explore them formally yet. I have tried some Mexican & Pan-Latin food many times before, but never from real restaurant. This is first time for me, and I'm already hooked now. This place is very close to my home but I just had paid attention on their menu and it looks so variety, yummy and interesting. I choose Carne Asada, that the famous one I heard among their food. It was really tasty with marinated and grilled perfectly, (medium), so that make me quite sure others their dishes will be great too. I ordered take out, so I can't say much about the service, anyway everything went smoothly, food was ready for picking up when I arrived and the staff knew their job right away. Moreover, I could see inside the restaurant, it is so charming and lively decoration. (As bar style) It is spacious dining room and some patio seats are available outside. Very convenient to stop by, and huge free parking lots at Layhill Shopping Center.

Ada was very impatient and kept asking about my tab, which made me uncomfortable. She even added…read moresomeone else's items to my check. Thankfully, the bartender fixed it right away. Big thanks to Daniela for helping me choose a great dish with the carne asada her customer service made me feel comfortable again I would of gave it 5 stars but Ada made the experience not very well

Palacio de Perú - A Surprisingly Fresh and Enjoyable Experience…read more We normally avoid buffet‑style or line served restaurants, since even the most frequently refreshed dishes tend to lose their "just made" appeal. Palacio de Perú completely broke that pattern. Perhaps it helped that we arrived a little after 11:00 AM, among the first diners of the day, but almost every item looked, tasted, and felt freshly prepared. The food line isn't self‑serve (thankfully). Instead, a friendly bilingual server guides you, offers suggestions, and plates portions behind crystal‑clear sanitary barriers as you progress towards checkout. We enjoyed tender carne asada with crispy yucca and hot seasoned black beans, plus a generously stuffed steak quesadilla overflowing with melted cheese, guacamole, and salad. Portions were hearty enough that we happily saved half of each for later. Service followed a hybrid model: you enter a line where you review the menu and can see the dishes--mostly sides and sauces--and discuss options as your meal takes shape. Drinks reside in a glass‑doored cooler visibly near, but beyond, checkout. Meals arrive when ready, and one tip: bring cash. We weren't offered a credit‑card tipping option, though the cash tip jar was clearly active. Self‑bussing is encouraged, with waste and tray stations near the entrance/exit door. That is what we did - no problem, however we prefer to not use, ergo waste after one use, plastic utensils and plates. We appreciated paper straws for beverages. The atmosphere adds a playful Peruvian touch. Music was a bit loud for us senior citizens, but the artwork, aromas, and overall vibe created a pleasant air-conditioned escape from the surrounding Gaithersburg strip mall. Hardwood seats benefited from a cushion we always travel with. The men's restroom was clean, well‑stocked, and secure. Overall, Palacio de Perú delivered freshness, flavor, and a unique service style that made our lunch both enjoyable and memorable. NOTE: My rating system is based on expectations. In this case, Palacio exceeded them in every relevant dimension: Food, atmosphere, and service. O yeah, there is plenty of free parking in front too! I sincerely hope Palacio does well and also that others also enjoy our surprisingly good experience. Thank you!

I'm having a hard time believing the positive reviews on google and the one I read here. My guess…read moreis family/friends are responsible for those because I went there and I have to say the food tasted the same way it would taste if I had cooked it. And I've burnt pasta. Twice. The chicken they gave me may have tasted better the day they cooked it, but I doubt that too because their understanding of seasoning seems to be to add black pepper on the inside before burning it. There was a potato salad with uncooked potatoes and the color of beets, but no other traces of beets were found. Speaking of beats, turn down the freaking volume of the music, it's not a night club. The lady at the counter was friendly and explained the menu, so props to her.

Solid 4.5/5 This…read moreplace is located in a high-end residential community in Gaithersburg, not far from Rockville, MD. There are lots of street parking but not a dedicated one in front of the store. However, when I went for a happy hour, I had no trouble getting a spot. As you step in, you realize how tiny this place is but don't let that fool you, it's still an outstanding choice if you're in the area. As a vegetarian, I wasn't disappointed with their selections. They had quesadillas, yuca fries, bowls and salads, and tacos options for me. I went with the inspiration and avocado tacos, with the side of quesadillas and yuca fries. I thought that perhaps the side quantities might be small but once the food came, I realized I may have ordered a lot. The quesadillas and yuca fries were good, nothing special, but not bad at all. The winner for me were the two vegetarian tacos. Both had distinct but very mouth watering flavors in them. I was bummed out that none of them were that spicy, but the unique flavor profile on both more than overcame the lack of spiciness. I enjoyed my meal because I was well taken care by the serving staff. They were attentive, welcoming, and friendly. I didn't feel that they didn't have time for us as that can happen in the happy hour rush usually. Both my friend and I concluded that this is a place to come back to in the near future. One suggestion would be to also have a vegetarian option in the "Legacy Corner" or sandwich section but otherwise I enjoyed the variety. Lastly, I was slightly disappointed with the Daddy Guac and the chips we got with them. The guac size could have been bigger but more importantly is that the chips were too thin that they kept breaking apart trying to scoop up the guac. Overall, I would come back again. Next time, I'll try to have a drink or so to see if they have knocked it out on that side as well.

This place is hoppin'! Whenever Yelp asks me if a place is hip, I never know what to say -- until…read morenow! This place is definitely hip! What a vibe! So cool, fun, nice décor, super-helpful and responsive staff, lots of people eating outside and inside, and quite a selection of foods and beverages with lots of room for personalization. We came here because they have lots of vegetarian things and are known to be accommodating of requests regarding dietary needs and preferences -- what a relief from the get-go, even before arriving! Parking was easy but since I wanted to go to the bookstore afterwards, I parked near that, around the corner, and had a little amble along the road, looking at various shops and restaurants along the way, plus the greenery of the park .... I got the Avocado Tacos and asked what I could get instead of rice -- one option was the El Greco salad, so I got that. I felt a bit weird about it, though, until it was explained to me by our waitress that this wasn't just a Mexican place but rather a Mexican-Greek fusion! Oh, wow! Mind got a bit blown by that -- cool! Well, with that info., my mind relaxed ... and I awaited my meal. This is a good thing, but if you're in a hurry you might want to get something ready-made or more quick such as soup or salad that needs little to no preparation. For me, I'd rather wait! (I mean, whenever possible, that is.) So ... it was delicious! I was hungry. It was filling. The avocado was all very fresh, no yucky pieces, ha ha! Plenty of flavour, texture, colours, visual and all kinds of other appeal for the tongue. My two corn tacos under each heap of goodness did fuse together -- presumably from the moisture of all that lay on top of them -- so I could not separate them as I usually do, but the truth is that it ended up being so much food, I didn't even finish my tortillas, anyway. The tempura tacos (Aha Baja) have warm and crispy pieces that are not too big -- and that reduces the potential of a too-greasy feel. In a word, good! Or just plain 'Mmm!' The Roasted Potatoes are absolutely delicious! The Black Beans are totally tasty! The amount of desserts is incredible -- and all are house-made, wow! I could not believe how long the list was! Oh, yeah, and the appetizer of chips and salsa was crispy and yummy. The guacamole is creamy and has a hint of spice that varies by bite .... The food was all great, and so was the rich Lemon and Ginger tea was incredibly good! It looked and felt rich and thick -- such a surprise! I enjoyed it immensely. I was also offered honey, sugar, and milk to go with it if I wanted, and found out that the owner is a tea aficionado and that's why their teas are so good! If you don't like noisy environments, you might want to avoid the busier times (such as weekends) or eat outside, weather permitting. This is such a one-of-a-kind-place -- not to be missed! Yay! :-D