Ate in no outside seating chicken fajitas and el cabanero home style food that we just happened to…read moredrive by , not The fanciest place but got 4 stars for the quality and flavor was very expensive 45$ that would keep us from coming back

If you ever find yourself in South Kansas City craving some south of the border flavor and flair…read morethen look no further than this unassuming, charming family owned restaurant tucked into a quaint strip mall. El Rincon Latino Restaurant is one of the many Latin owned and operated restaurants near Grandview in Kansas City Missouri however, what makes this strip mall standby standout is the emphasis on El Salvadorian cuisine instead of the traditional Mexican or Tex-Mex offerings. Also, bonus points for them being opened early in the morning to feed those traditional A.M. working commuters though, me personally, I have never tried their breakfast offerings. The morning menu seems to consist of some hearty South American staples such as Huevos Rancheros and a breakfast burrito as well as a meal that includes 2 sweet corn tamales and a cup of coffee. The national dish of El Salvador is the papusa and El Rincon has many varieties of these on their menu, most are also vegetarian. My ultimate favorite is the one with zucchini and cheese filling but, if you are trying to be the most authentic with your filling choice then the cheese and loroco, a traditional vegetable grown in El Salvador, Guatemala, and other central American countries, would be the correct choice. The loroco is described as a mixture of artichoke and asparagus with a slight floral essence. I would describe the texture of the papusa itself as close to that of an arepa but without the presence of corn-meal or masa, the dough itself is closer to a thicker flour tortilla, sort of..maybe. Well, anyway that you try to describe these griddled UFO-looking stuffed El Salvadorian goodies isn't going to be as good as a just eating one! (Or two, or three, especially with a price just below $3 a piece they are definitely worth trying a few) Also, do not skip out on the accoutrements that come with the papusas, there is a very thin watery slightly spicy tomato based sauce (perhaps a salsa of sorts) and an amazing pickled vegetable slaw condiment that takes any of the papusas up a notch, I'm assuming these are traditional accompaniments you'd find in El Salvador when ordering this type of street food. But don't count out El Rincon for other unique South of the Border street food as well such as, sopes, gorditas, tostadas (barbacoa one is excellent) as well as great prices on street tacos- under $2 daily?! Heck to the Yes!

¡Muy,muy rico! So…read moredelicious! Never a disappointment. The empanadas are great too. Papas ala Huancaina-excellent. Great desserts and South American soft drinks!

it was delicious! good service, original peruvian food, the menu was larger than I was ready for. I…read morethought by the name it would be more snacks but I was wrong. The cooking was not a Fusion style, felt more original so I really enjoyed that as I am peruvian my self

The empanadas were absolutely divine--perfectly light and flaky on the outside, with just enough…read morestructure to hold all that rich, savory goodness inside. We tried both the beef and chicken, plus two sides of sweet plantains, and left completely stuffed (zero regrets). You'll find this gem tucked inside the Crown Center food court--definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you.

We popped in here during Irishfest as we wanted a place to cool off while we had a small bite…read more Luckily they were open because we noticed they have some odd hours (like closed Friday afternoon). Anyway we grabbed 2 empanadas- 1 chicken and 1 beef. Both were delicious. The garlic sauce to accompany them just made them even better. Service was friendly and reasonably fast.

Everything. Most authentic you'll find pretty much anywhere close unless you're in California. And…read moreeven then this place rivals some of the best places I've tried back home in California. No exaggeration. It's the best.

So I have now been here twice, after the first time I would have said you should speak Spanish…read more.. But after today, not necessary. If you want to go out on a limb try a different experience definitely head here for some seafood you will not be disappointed

Exceptional sauce! Huge portions and well prepared. I enjoyed the pupusa and tamale. The tamale had…read morea huge chunk of chicken but was a teensy but dryer than I like. The cortido had an interesting cut and was just slightly bitter. The pupusa was huge and full of meat, cheese and beans. I would come back tonight and try more if I could. Service was good. This is a small place but big on flavor.

Loved our meal, great prices too! Very clean interior and amble seating. Bilingual servers, and…read morevery attentive. Every dish is made with care, so it may take a little longer but worth the wait!! Will definitely get the Chicharrónes con yuca frita again next time-- a huge portion size and so delicious! Great appetizer for 3+ people to share.

Food was terrible. Hands downs the worst food truck I've eaten off of in the U.S. Not even joking…read more Was at DOD Distillery in Missouri.

Ate this for lunch at Camp Leavenworth and was not disappointed. I got there at the right time to…read moreno wait. The guys working were super friendly and fast. I first thought it was a little pricey ($20 for a sandwich and fries) but for what you get it was 100% worth it. If you see this truck out you need to try them out!

Delicious Food, Attentive Service, and Fun atmosphere…read more We walked in on a weeknight and were sat at a booth. The booths are comfy, but the table top is glass, so anything arriving clacks on the surface. We started out with beef empanadas, waters and a margarita. The Margarita was average and the empanadas were delicious. For my dinner I enjoyed half the Cuban sandwich and fries. The other half came home with me. The sandwich was delicious, flavorful pork, ham, cheese, on pressed toast. The Fries were hot and generously portioned. My friend ordered the Chicharron ( Pork Cracklings, aka Crispy pork belly ). Their chicharrons are flavorful and meaty. They are more hardy than pork rinds. We also shared the Beef Papas Rellenas. They are basically crispy balls of potato puree with a bit of beef at the center. I loved the greenery with the neon light for a photo spot, the flags, and the amount of thought that went into the decor.

My husband recently discovered La Cubana while driving by, and we decided it was worth making the…read moredrive from Kansas to Gladstone, MO. Living in Kansas, there aren't a lot of places nearby serving Cuban or Puerto Rican food, and being half Cuban and half Puerto Rican, these are flavors I naturally crave when I'm not making them at home. La Cubana is tucked into a little strip mall, but once you walk inside, there's definitely no shortage of personality. We were promptly greeted by Alicia, who was very kind and welcoming and quickly got us seated. The atmosphere is colorful, lively, and definitely visually stimulating. There are three TVs around the bar area, with food and menu pictures playing on one, Caso Cerrado on another, and Spanish-language television on another, all while music is playing in the background. There's a lot going on, but it gives the restaurant a fun, distinctly Latin feel. Even the menus are bright, colorful, and packed with photos, which makes looking through them part of the experience. For appetizers, we ordered chicharrón and tostones with garlic mayo. The chicharrón came with lime and pickled red onions, and the pieces had a nice crispy exterior. The tostones were golden and crunchy, and the garlic mayo was a tasty accompaniment. These were probably my favorite part of the meal. My husband ordered the Cuban sandwich, and this thing was loaded. It had a very generous amount of pork along with ham, cheese, pickles, and mustard on pressed Cuban bread. It was flavorful and definitely filling. That said, compared with the Cuban sandwiches we're accustomed to, this one was much heavier on the pork and reminded us more of a pan con lechón with ham than a traditional Cuban sandwich. It also came with a pretty generous portion of fries, although they tasted like frozen fries and weren't really anything special. I had a café con leche, which was good and beautifully presented. It was topped with a little sprinkle of cinnamon or cocoa, which was a nice touch. At $6.99, though, I did think it was quite pricey for a café con leche. The prices overall are definitely on the higher side. But considering how difficult it can be to find Cuban or Puerto Rican food in this area, I can understand paying a little more for something that isn't readily available everywhere. Overall, we had a nice experience at La Cubana. It may not have been exactly what I expected in every respect, especially when it came to the Cuban sandwich, but the food was flavorful, the portions were generous, the atmosphere was fun, and Alicia gave us a warm welcome. There are still several things on the menu that caught my eye -- especially some of the traditional Cuban dishes and weekend specials -- so I would definitely come back and try something else next time. I'm glad my husband happened to spot this little restaurant while driving by. Sometimes those unexpected roadside discoveries turn into places worth returning to.

Pay no mind to any bad reviews about this place, this was hands down the BEST Caribbean food I've…read moreever had in the states and I've had several different types of Latino dishes. Pollo a la Pancha was perfectly seasoned and the pastelitos were the definition of a real home cooked meal that touches your soul. I can't say enough good things about this place. Mom and pop shop vibes, give the food a try before judging by the cover

I was new to Kansas City, this is one of the few restaurants that I could enjoy some home cooked…read moremeals. The girls were very friendly, it's a hole in the wall type of place.