Great food. Having diner and drinks what a delight. Good prices. The plates were generousread more

We had the Sancocho and the arroz con camarones. Delicious food tasted like we were invited to…read moretheir house for dinner. Authentic and high quality ingredients expertly cooked. Nice atmosphere and welcoming.

Ordered take out: -…read moreMini bandeja: Loved the rice and beans (I know it's the most basic part of the plate but if a place can't master these, they lose me). Carne was dry. Chicharron was great. - Arepa: looks like a tortilla, so not the typical thick arepas I'm used to. So felt like I paid $8 just for a tortilla and small block of cheese - Tostones con guacamole: I prefer my tostones to be crispier, but they had great taste. - Cazuela de Mariscos: Great flavor. I put it on top of rice and enjoyed it with the other food, otherwise too heavy/dense on it's own. I didn't enjoy the mussels (I love mussels). They were too gritty.

" From Colombia with Love " For a moment I was…read moretransported in time to my aunt Mimi's house in Colombia. Where I spent many wonderful summer vacations as a child . We tried a little of everything on the menu . The smoothies our a must . Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The service was kind. Overall warm and welcoming. (For a moment I could feel myself eating at my aunts house in Colombia , it was that warm and welcoming of an environment ). The name of the restaurant " Con Sabor a Colombia " is the most favorable name for this establishment. Which translates to ; Food with flavor of Colombia. Parking is difficult but manageable. The prices are a bargain for the quality, portion size , experience and freshness.

Nothing fancy, not a spot for your first date, but definitely one to try authentic Colombian…read morecuisine! Service is excellent, quick, and friendly. Enjoy great Colombian music in the background. Food and service won't disappoint--give it a shot!

I'd rate El Paraiso four and a half stars…read more I had an arepa con todo. As expected, there is a lot going on. Shredded chicken. Pulled short rib. Heaping of cheese. Garlic mayo sauce. Sides of pineapple salsa and chipotle mayo. No shortage of flavor or variety. Service was quick. There was one restroom which was single occupancy. Very casual. Full bar.

this place was amazing! the food tasted great and the horchata was delicious. wished we lived…read morecloser to Worcester so we could eat here more often. service was very nice and the guy taking our orders was super attentive. recommend!

From the owner: Pupusas, plato paisa, empandas y mucho mas. Comida Colombiana, Mexicana, Salvadorena, Hondurena y…read moreGuatemalteca

Fui ayer domingo por la mañana pedí 2 empanadas de pollo y cuando llegue a mi casa me percaté que…read moresolo me dieron una y me cobraron las dos, ya me ha pasado anteriormente, deben poner un poco más de atención, a pesar de eso la cafetería muy rica

Incredible. Their empanadas are amazing and it's our go to spot for catering or any large family…read moreevents. Love this place!

Great service and food and a short walk from My condo but…read moreI've never been and have lived here for 15 years . We will be back .

It is not a fancy location but the food is authentic and very good. Portions are large and we even…read morehad leftovers to enjoy later. Our server tried hard to communicate with us with a big smile. Great find in Lowell.

Stopped in recently and this is still the best! Yes it takes what seems like forever to get the…read morefood and the food presentation is always a little different. Still the flavors here make me want to do a happy dance! So worth every second of waiting!

This place is amazing! Its tucked away in an unassuming location but its a must try if you're in…read morethe area. Tastes like home cooking and the presentation was social media worthy...service was attentive and ambiance was friendly. Definitely recommend!!

Driving around East Boston found this Gem!! The waitress greeted us and sat us down recognized we…read moreneed a menu in English , Provided us information on the food and the country of Colombia where she is from. Was very pleasant!! The food was amazing and fresh and came out "hot off the presses" We had the meat empanada's and chicken with plaintans, rice & beans and a fresh salad. Very Clean establishment. Will go again soon.

El Peñol is one of those spots that reminds you why East Boston has become such a go-to for…read moreauthentic Latin American food ...it's flavorful, fast-paced, and full of character. FOOD: Starting with the food, I made sure to go all in appetizer, entrée, and dessert and it absolutely paid off. The empanadas came out hot and crisp, with a satisfying crunch that gave way to well-seasoned filling. The chaufa (Peruvian fried rice) was packed with flavor, hitting that perfect balance of savory and hearty. And the lomo saltado? A classic done right tender strips of beef, sautéed with onions and tomatoes, all coming together in that signature, comforting sauce. Everything tasted freshly made and thoughtfully prepared, not rushed despite how quickly it came out. SERVICE: The service was efficient and attentive. Food and drinks arrived quickly almost impressively fast but without sacrificing quality. The staff stayed on top of things, making sure we had what we needed and keeping the experience moving smoothly. It's the kind of place where they clearly know how to handle volume while still delivering a solid dining experience. AMBIANCE: As for the ambiance, there's a strong sense of authenticity here. Being surrounded by Peruvian culture, from the people to the energy, adds to the experience and makes it feel genuine. The space has a lively, no-frills vibe that's more about the food and community than aesthetics, which honestly works in its favor. That said, there were moments where it felt like management was watching a bit too closely from the time we walked in to when we left, which slightly took away from the otherwise relaxed feel. IMPRESSIONS: Still, overall, El Peñol delivers where it matters most ....great food, quick service, and an authentic atmosphere. If you're in East Boston and craving Peruvian cuisine, this is definitely a spot worth checking out.

Delicious. I had a beef empanada and a chicken empanada. Both were quite tasty, not greasy at all…read moreand were accompanied by an extremely hot salsa which was very good, but very hot. Little goes a very long way. I also tried the chicharrone (which has yelp can't spell for me) and it was very interesting. Good. Very very crunchy- gave nice strong teeth and nice pork flavor. Also not greasy. Also tried the plantain- I am partial to the sweet ones. This was ok I just like 'em sweeter. I look forward to going back. Ladies behind counter were super. Colombian music playing so created atmosphere while we sat and ate. Lovely experience.

Whenever we went here, place is Always crowded and long lineups to order food - that says how great…read moretheir food and pastries are. Great service and good selection of food items. Everything tastes fresh and amazing.

This was the last place I remember enjoying a meal so much that I wish I could go back again and…read moreagain. It was back in 2022 and the last time my sister brother and I were together to enjoy a meal out with our mother as a family. I am craving those Nachos and the carefully prepared fish with Julian vegetables and the amazing sweet and sour lemony sauce.

Parking is very limited, there's only street parking. We went for $1 oysters and we called ahead…read moreand they said they had plenty. When we arrived (we live down the street so we were there in 13 mins). We ordered 1 dozen and they said there's only 7 left... so we just took the rest. The ouster was good, clean and no dirt. The burger and fries was good but the Arepa Avocado Lover was very one dimensional. It was just a cheesy mess. The drinks were good and strong. Lastly, the empanadas were delicious! The server was kind of attentive. We sat in the bar area and there was only one other couple at the bar, and she paid more attention to them. Not sure if they probably knew each other? But she was really nice and helpful throughout the experience