We wanted some authentic Colombian food and saw that this place had a few good reviews, we were…read morewilling to drive out there even if it was a 40 min drive. It was not worth it, the empanadas tasted frozen, the fresh fruit juice was mostly water, the staff could care less and the music was blaring so loud that I ended up leaving with a massive headache. Let's just say I was less than impressed. The owner saw that I did not even touch my juice and she pretended as if nothing was wrong. We will not be going back or recommending this place.

The food is amazing and flavorful. Service is awesome. The nice lady that took our order even gave…read moreus traditional bubblegum pops. Ordered a Patacón con Pollo and an order of Salchipapas. Make sure to ask for the sauce on it- so cheesy and delicious. Portions are quite big. We also ordered a jugo de Maracuyá (passion fruit) and my goodness, was it good. My Colombian boyfriend highly recommends too!

I've stopped by a few times when I didn't have time to bring lunch and just needed something quick…read morebetween clients. Every time, it's been a great experience. The empanadas are delicious--I absolutely love them. The fresh orange juice is always really good as well. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, which makes the visit even better. Honestly, I have nothing bad to say. It's a great spot for a quick and tasty meal.

From the moment you walk in, the restaurant feels bright, warm, and welcoming. The colorful mural…read moreinstantly catches your eye and beautifully reflects the heart and vibrancy of Colombian culture. And the bakery aroma? Absolutely divine. It fills the space in the best way possible and immediately pulls you in for the full experience. One thing that really stood out to me was the customer service. The staff was genuinely friendly and welcoming, which, unfortunately, hasn't always been my experience at other Colombian restaurants. Many places I've visited primarily speak Spanish, which can sometimes make ordering a challenge. Here, I felt completely at ease and well taken care of. We started with the beef empanadas, and I highly recommend them. The crust was perfectly crispy, while the filling was soft, flavorful, and comforting. Paired with their salsa, which had just the right kick of spice, it was an excellent combination that made for a strong start to the meal. I ordered my go-to favorite, the Bandejita. The presentation was beautiful and appetizing, but sadly, the bold flavors I'm used to just weren't quite there for me. The flat steak tasted under-seasoned, and I actually found myself adding salt, which I've never had to do before at other restaurants. The pork sausage also seemed a bit dry inside, but my husband said that's how it should be, so perhaps that was just my preference. The beans had a different flavor than what I'm accustomed to as well, not bad by any means, just noticeably different. On a positive note, the pork belly was perfectly crispy, exactly how it should be, and the plantains were sweet and cooked to perfection. Overall, the menu looks incredibly tempting, and there are still plenty of dishes I'd love to come back and try. While I may skip the Bandejita next time, I definitely plan on returning to explore more of what they have to offer.

Gran colombia is my top Colombian restaurant in Houston!…read more This place has been around for more than 10 years and they have since slightly moved locations but stayed in the same area. They renovated and everything is much nicer inside. Area is much bigger and modern. They have indoor seating with a huge covered patio and a playground for kids. Over the years their quality, flavor and good customer service has remained consistent. They treat you like family. I love that they offer a dish called Tipiquito it is a smaller version of the traditional Colombian dish known an 'Bandeja Paisa'. Not all Colombian restaurants offer this smaller version. I am happy to share about my experience when I helped coordinate a work event to feature Colombian food and I secured a catering order with Gran Colombia! They were quick to help me over the phone, they answered all my questions, they were willing to make the drive to memorial area to deliver the food. Every single step to complete the order was so easy and received the best customer service. Everyone was very happy with the food and service. I will always recommend Gran colombia! It is a must try! My go to Colombian order : Tipiquito (smaller version of Bandeja Paisa) Jugo de leche en mango (mango smoothie) Empanadas (meat)

Out of all the times coming here,this time was the worst. The bandeja paisa used to be served…read moreenough for 2 people, the service has changed so much. Although, the restaurant was not full at all, seemed like they attended the other 4 tables better than ours. Even the Bandeja paisa we received was mediocre, seemed the size big enough for a child to eat. We asked for sauce and they said they were still making it although we had been there for more than 45 minutes. Our food wasn't even hot, I was really disappointed. Last time coming here.

I visited Rice and Beans yesterday for lunch. I was very pleased that it is under new management…read moreand it's back to having great Cuban food. I was so pleased that I brought my family back for dinner last night. The atmospheres was warm, welcoming, and full of positive energy. It was wonderful to see the original owner back doing what he does best. The food was absolutely outstanding. I am Cuban so I should know. Every dish was fresh, flavorful and prepared to meet the standards. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the service made us feel right at home. We are beyond thrilled to have them back and have some real Cuban cuisine in the neighborhood. If you are looking for authentic, delicious food and a great dining experience, I highly recommend Rice and Beans.

Food came out quickly. Was tasty and fresh. Carlos, the chef and owner came to greet us. Will come…read moreback.

Honestly, average…read more It's a pretty large venue with outdoor seating. I'm not a fan of the food although my in-laws really like it. Service is hit or miss as we been here a few times. Normally they are on the slower side as well. The cheese bread is legit. I'm sure my in-laws will continue to come here, but overall it's my not cuisine.

I love the Columbia culture and cuisine in Houston. This place is a great place for empanadas,…read more paisa, fruit milkshakes and Columbian baked goods. You won't leave here hungry, the portions sizes are large. The sweet treats are amazing and the coffee is robust and dark. If you venture out to the Katy give this place a try for brunch

Amazing food. My wife is from Colombia and she 100% approves. The Colombian sausage is spot on…read more Plus they have Lulo juice! You can get it with water(which I prefer) or with milk which the wife likes better( tastes like a milkshake).

DEEELICIOUS. We were one of the two groups dining in, but it took at least 30 min for our food to…read morecome out. Even the tostones took at least 20 min, and that was the app... despite the slow service, the food really hit the spot. The tostones were phenomenal and were served with a tangy, sweet sauce. The bistec a caballo was filling and satisfying. The meat was tender and flavor. The yuccas were crispy. I enjoyed every part of the dish!

The food it's authentic Colombian food. Tastes amazing. Great seating areas and very comfortable…read more The service lady it's awesome she it's very attentive and friendly. I would definitely come back.

By far my favorite Colombian Restaurant! Have tried…read moreseveral over the city but none come close to the Homemade food here! Service was amazing friendly & family-oriented orientation Ambiance - makes me feel like I am in Colombia without leaving home .

Colombian food is rare in Houston, but I can give this place a good 4 stars. Ambience is pretty…read moreauthentic and the food is pretty good. Music could be a tiny bit louder, but the choice of music is awesome! I'm Colombian myself and they made me feel at home which is pretty rare at a restaurant! Service is a little delayed, but nonetheless they'll treat you right! Try the Bandeja Paisa! It's awesome! Thank you for the good service!

This is a simple restaurant. We found it by accident when a car crash changed our route and we…read moreended up driving in front of the place. My husband and I were hungry and decided to try it. The food is pretty decent and affordable, and customer service is really good. Waitress was very attentive.

Authentic Dominican/Caribbean food in Willowbrook. Who knew?…read more I remember this place from a birthday party decades ago. The space was a bit bigger (they've since redesigned it smaller), but the crowds were smaller. Success hasn't tarnished their food. It was a very rainy and soggy afternoons and the place was packed. We managed a table and ordered. Can't go wrong with the delicious shrimp mofongo. I honestly think the sauce is the icing on that cake, made all the more delicious with a squeeze of lemon. Whew! Service was fast and dinner came out at a reasonable pace. The owner is so friendly and stopped by our table to make sure things were good. Better than good! If you're in the Willowbrook area do yourself a favor and stop in for lunch or dinner. Prices are a little steep, but what's isn't these days?

Food is very good, they have lunch specials during the week including pernil, pollo guisado, etc…read morefor about $12-13. I ordered the pollo guisado and moro, both were good and we have a little left over. My partner ordered the pica pollo and the fried chicken was decent. The food does take some time, and servers did not check in too often so I would recommend ordering ahead of time (unless you have a long lunch break), There are plenty of tables, but it is a little dark inside, 2 bathrooms inside. The juice was on the sweet side so just watered it down (wish they have smoothies), but they get 5 stars overall for the flavor and the price point. Plenty of parking as it's in located along other stores.

The food was good, could have used a little more seasoning for my preference. The service was…read moregreat, no issues at all. Very professional and kind. Cool little restaurant. WARNING!!! The portion sizes are enormous. One plate can easily feed three people. The kids portions are ridiculously gigantic. Seriously, share meals . Get one meal and however many extra plates. Prices are reasonable.

The atmosphere is very easy going. The fresh juices were delicious and plenty per serving. The…read morepineapple juice was the favorite. The food was decent. The Hawaiian empanadas were the best item we ordered. Chicken empanadas were dry, and we did not get to try the beef empanadas as they had run out. The classic Bandeja Paisa platter came with a lot of food. The meat overall was dry. If you come here, be prepared to share!