¡ Comida fenomenal! If you are looking for authentic, Puerto Rican food, cooked with heart and soul…read morefrom family recipes, go here! If you're looking for your typical chain restaurant, move along. The food here is cooked with such love, you can taste it! We have now been twice in one week, and we are already looking forward to returning. Everything that we have ordered has been delicious-from empanadas, arepas, fried chicken, stewed chicken, arroz con gandules, etc.

I wasn't impressed but it is something different. Pleasant man cooked behind the counter. I think…read moreit cost me 50 dollars for lunch for two

This restaurant is quite strange upon walking it it is like your average chain bakery restaurant…read morewith pies in the cases. The manager (possibly owner) was at the counter talking with an applicant. There was another girl trying to get tables set up for two other people that were waiting. Nobody acknowledges us for about 5 minutes. After the manager dealt with the applicant she took a phone call and walked away. Eventually she came back and sat us. When you walk into the restaurant you are in silk flower land. Over the arches hanging from the ceiling. It seems as though you are maybe entering a wedding event center. In between dining areas there are tiny disco balls hanging. Like I said strange. The waitress was really nice she answered all of my questions. Water and tea came in closer to a wine glass than a goblet. To start we ordered clam chowder soup. It was lacking flavor. It was thick and seemingly rich but it was missing something. The chicken Marsala was one of the 20 specials of the night. It was breaded chicken cutlets (2) over a bed of fettuccine and Marsala sauce. The chicken lacked and was probably frozen the sauce was tasty. I had chicken cordon bleu with mashed potatoes and Cole slaw. The Cole slaw was ok. It was slightly soupy and not as much crunch as I like. The mashed potatoes seemed like box and the gravy seemed like jarred. Neither one had any substantial flavor. The cutlets were bland. Overall, the waitress was good. The rest left little to be desired. It seems that they are trying to be fancier than the diner they are.

I have been many times and I have never been disappointed I…read morelove the turkey dinner and the short ribs Fish is also a must do

Good food excellent Dominican "pastelitos" meat, chicken and ham and cheese pie's, these are fried;…read moretry the natural juices, good combinations. Ok service Mainly food to go, although they have some tables but loud music if you choose to eat in.

Don't get mislead by these other reviews they are literally over 2 years ago. Miguelinas was my…read morefavorite sandwich shop in Lawrence and that's saying something because you can literally get the same sandwiches in the bodega right across the street. Their portions suck and their toppings are trash now. I'm have no clue what has changed and don't say inflation but this place needs to Go back to how it was. I hope They get their ish together.

Well...this is a problem…read more I just tried this Italian-Vietnamese fusion place that happens to be within walking distance of my house, which means my self-control is about to be severely tested. First off, the Lotus Rangoon--crispy, creamy, and made with actual crab. Not the "crab-ish flavored mystery filling". Real crab. Did you hear me ?? Real crab. And this amazing dipping sauce. The Vietnamese pork chop showed up perfectly seared, tender, and packed with flavor, served with fragrant jasmine rice and veggies. Delish!!! The wonton soup was incredible--tender dumplings, lots of veggies and noodles with a broth that felt like it could fix your entire life. Then came the chicken parm. When I say huge, I mean New England snowstorm eat for days huge. Crispy, perfectly cooked, sitting ontop of angel hair pasta with crusty bread on the side. We also tried the chicken and eggplant parm combo, which could easily feed a small family. Thin, crispy cutlets, perfectly breaded eggplant, marinara, melted mozzarella...just ridiculous in the best way. The prices are very reasonable, the portions are enormous, and the staff is genuinely warm and welcoming. So yes, you should absolutely try this place.

It's been a few years since I last visited Cafa Sicilia, and I was eager to visit again with the…read morenew owner and format. The menu shows a variety of both Vietnamese and Italian appetizers and entrees, plus just enough options which overlap in interesting ways. The inside is beautiful, but still small. The main dining area has 6 tables which can accommodate around 20, and there's more seats in the bar area at bistro tables and at the bar itself. We opted for Vietnamese fare on this return visit. Some of the items, such as our summer rolls appetizer, remain traditional in preparation and presentation, while others, such as our entrees, are what I guess you'd call elevated. Overall, everything was fresh, well prepared, and came out quickly. Our appetizer, the summer rolls, came with a dipping sauce that was rich and thick and quite flavorful, making us work to get every drop of it. The sauce for our entrees was equally rich and thick (not nuoc cham), and it tasted good on everything. We ordered lemongrass chicken and lemongrass beef entrees. These came with perfectly steamed broccoli and carrots, and a choice of jasmine rice or jasmine rice pancakes. The pancake was actually the jasmine rice mixed with additional butter and chives, shaped into a pancake. The chicken was not grilled pieces, but rather tenderloins with skin on them, evidently fried, both crisp and juicy. We did not order anything from the Italian portion of the menu, but I did see several entrees at other tables. The portions are generous. It was interesting to see the mix of choices at other tables - one party had ordered both spaghetti and meatballs and pho. I liked everything about my dinner here, and I hope their venture is successful.

Well well well ... went to check out the hype with School Street Foods Methuen and let me just say…read morepastelito pastelito pastelito. Food was amazing nice big portion cheesesteak and the pastelito were beautifully crafted nice crisp and hot to the touch. I grabbed the big M , the beef and cheese , also chicken and cheese pastelito and the Scotty too hotty cheese steak everything was a hit I'll be back for them oxtails subs too lol 10 out of 10 thanks for the service!

After seeing this place on social media, I decided to check out their location in Methuen…read more We went in wanting to try several of their pastelitos, but five of the options were unavailable, indicated by a piece of tape. So, I decided to scale back and ordered two pastelitos, while my partner ordered the Scotty Too Hotty cheesesteak sandwich. My first impression of the pastelitos was that they were smaller than the ones I usually get from the pastelito/empanada place I go to in Haverhill (I've written a separate review for that spot), yet they were around the same price. The chicken and cheese pastelito had a very well-seasoned filling, and there was a good amount of cheese. However, I'm not sure if it was because there was so much filling packed into a smaller pastelito, but some of the filling was cool rather than hot after being fried. I also liked the creativity behind the Giving Thanks pastelito. The flavors were good, although I got a lot of stuffing and don't recall tasting much turkey. The cranberry mayo on the side was good and added a nice flavor. I had also read that the owner makes the bread himself, so I wanted to try it. I pulled off a piece of the bread from my partner's sandwich and found that it was cold to the touch. I asked the person at the counter if it was intended to be served cold. She checked with someone in the back, who said that the bread had been toasted. They offered to replace it, but my partner declined. Of course, that was his decision, but I have to admit I expected more, especially after hearing about the homemade bread. Overall, there were some good flavors and creative ideas, but a few things about the experience didn't quite meet my expectations.

I've been here a few times now and for me the mofongo is the big draw. It has a texture that is my…read morefavorite in the area - so good! They are located in the Cafeteria Food Hall with several other cool places, and we always get food from at least two or the different businesses. You order at the counter and one of the runners brings over your food. Very friendly and professional. I always describe the set up as a food court for people who want good food. Nice, clean, and outdoor seating available in summer.

El Mambo Grill is absolutely delicious. We had the creole shrimp and multiple sides. The service…read morewas excellent and Cafeteria Food Hall has a lot of potential. Recommend!

Got it to go via DoorDash and the food arrived HOT! I really appreciate that. The food tasted fresh…read moreand delicious. Dessert was also very good. Will definitely order again.

We loved the ambiance of the old brick interior which was decorated very tastefully. We also had a…read moredelightful waiter who had a good sense of humor. The food was tasty and in my mind it was well priced. The bill come to $120 to $130 for six of us. That included one or two beers, Saratoga Water, and some sodas. If I were closer, I'd return frequently! What a great asset for this beautiful downtown.

I had a memorable night with my sister and mom at Monica's cafe. I always appreciate going to a…read moreplace that has their own unique take on cuisines. Monica does exactly that! Every dish was executed with flair and flavor. We tried the Yogurt Bombs, Palak Crunch Chaat, Masalatini for the appetizers. Masalatini is a must try, and we loved how crunchy the Yogurt Bombs and Palak Crunch were with every bite. Then we had the Saag Saga with Paneer and the Melt-In-Mouth Lababdar with Kofta. Both dishes were delicious. Soft homemade paneer and again crunchy kofta with velvety gravies. Lastly, can't forget about the Mithai. You usually can't compete with Mithai in India. Monica's takes it a step further, maybe India can't compete with her? She has a wonderful family, and we had such a great time talking with them. Looking forward to coming back!

Have gotten food delivered twice and was very happy…read more First of all, the packaging makes you feel very bougie indeed, with beautiful, colorful boxes and containers. The Naanza is absolutely delicious, every flavor is bursting through and the textures are perfection, would highly recommend. The chopped kachumber salad was very fresh. The yogurt bombs were funky and a little spicy. Overall, really enjoyed eating food that's out of the ordinary and again, highly recommend the nannza!