" Mango Smoothie" The mango smoothie here is absolutely the…read morebest . It's not pricey at all . It's made pretty fast , they have lots of stuff on hand . The vibe is welcoming. They have always good music playing as well ; so you're able to enjoy yourself more in the vibe. The service is constantly attentive and helpful. Parking is limited but manageable.

I ordered three beef empanadas from here and they were perfect. They're quite large so worth the…read moreprice. Perfectly crispy, not too flaky (my preference) and perfect seasoning of the beef. We picked these up around 6 and they were the last ones. Still fresh too.

** Updating previous review with more tapas rankings **…read more Yuca Frita (9.5/10): These are so freaking delicious, wow. The cilantro aioli was an amazing dipping sauce. They really are fried to perfection. Frituras de Maiz: (10/10): Wow, these fritters are also amazing. They come with such a rich sauce. The fritters are exploding with flavor. Cazuela de Coliflor Asada (9/10): Insanely good dish. The cauliflower has perfect texture, complemented by the pistachios. The sauce is SO good. The cauliflower soaks it up so well. Chicharrones (9/10): Melt in your mouth pork belly. The pork skin crust was perfect. The sauces really make most of the dishes here. This dish is no different - I loved the sauce. Ropa Vieja (9/10): Perfectly slow cooked meat. One thing that really stood out to me was actually the white rice. The rice was VERY high quality, and I appreciated it so much. It's rare to come by rice this good. It had the perfect texture, chew, and fragrance. Ropa Vieja de Hongos (9/10): Pretty much the same as Ropa Vieja above. The mushrooms are delicious, and the dish is just as good whether your order the mushroom or steak version. Empanada del Carne (9/10): Oh man, the crusts are so good. This is pretty on par with the ones I just had in Puerto Rico. Chuletas de Cordero (8/10): The seasoning is heavenly. I was licking the lamb chops clean. Croquetas (8/10): Very solid croquetas. Wouldn't say it's a must-order, but you can't go wrong with them. Costillas a la Guayaba (6/10): The first time I had this it was really nicely marinated, and the rib meat is so tender that it almost falls off the bone. The second time, the meat was dry. Maduros con Tocino (6.5/10): This dish was pretty good, but got overshadowed by the other ones. Pulpo (6.5/10): Octopus was tender and savory. The potatoes were too salty. Camarones a la Plancha (6.5/10): Solid dish, but I enjoyed some other ones even more. Ensalada de Aguacate y Pina (6/10): The salad was a bit too sour, and that sourness overpowered the dish. It was a great blend of ingredients, though. *** and one dessert *** Churros con Chocolate (8.5/10): Big crunchy fluffy churros!! The chocolate sauce is amazing (not really spicy at all). You have to get this for dessert!!

Had a great dinner. 4 stars instead of 5 only because the service was a bit slow. They had plenty…read moreof runners but not enough folks taking orders. The sliders, which were not on the menu, were fantastic. The beef empanadas were good. The beet salad was excellent. The mushroom balls were good. Tres leches very good. I'd recommend. Nice place inside. Parking close by.

I could try to describe what this place was like, but you would just have to go and do it for…read moreyourself. Very unique atmosphere,food and cocktails. The hosts were so friendly truly a family run business. You really need to check this one out. It is a hidden gem! If I had to mention one dish, it was the best grilled octopus I've ever had. The preparation the smaller pieces more surface area for char and caramelization. It was perfection. I will definitely be returning.

This Panamanian tapas-style restaurant is a hidden gem in the Watertown area, a stone's throw from…read moreArsenal Yards. It's cozy and intimate space, with the bar and tables poised under a glass atrium. Ideal for date night. The owner was attentive, checking on us frequently, while making food and drink suggestions. The Wild Spanish Octopus ($17), which was "wood grilled" with fingerling potatoes with smoked Pimenton (paprika) garlic-mayo alioli, was sublime. The "Uruguayan style ham & cheese empanada (2 for $14) was less spectacular, as the meat was indiscernable, due to being somewhat overpowered by the cheese. The wood grilled bay carrots ($12) with hazelnut, romanesco sauce (a Catalonian mix of tomatoes, garlic and nuts) and fried bread, was well executed and nicely flavorful. The craft cocktail offerings are creatively inspired. Enjoyed the Passion Fruit dark/rum concoction ($15), and the Fig Old Fashioned made with infused bourbon and aromatic butters ($16). Be careful about ordering too may drinks as this will quickly add up and pad your bill, taking it well over $100 per person (incl tax and tip) before you know it. Will definitely be back to try more of the tasting dishes and even dip into the intriguing dessert menu. Make sure to bring someone special.

What a gem! The chef is literally an 80-something Taiwanese grandmother and it is a small,…read morefamily-run business. Their prices are reasonable for this type of homestyle fare, so you have no reason to give your money to a big chain owned by fat cats! ;) On weekends, the wait for table seating can be an hour-plus but there is a reason for this. We ordered popcorn chicken to start and devoured our bowls of soup: chicken and braised beef. Mine was the latter and I ended up ordering additional noodles and Chinese veggies so the delicious broth would not go to waste! My side order of noodles was a healthy portion. I also tried the pork wontons and we finished off our meal with the sesame seed "appetizer" balls (4 small pieces: 2 skewers with 2 each). Dine-in seating is limited but what they have is clean and simple. The complementary jasmine and green hot tea is delicious. Andy served us and was attentive and affable. I will definitely come back to try the salt and pepper pork chop many have written about!

Easily the early and far away favorite for best restaurant of 2026. Where do I begin?…read more I came in on a Sunday night and was one of the last seated- luckily. As a family run restaurant , grandma and the rest of the family had a flight to catch to Taiwan the next day; all the ingredients are fresh to prep daily and sadly for some, they had to get turned away that night... I went heavy hitter mode, I was in the zone. I got the salt & pepper pork chop- wasn't going to eat the rice but as you can see from the pic below of the noodles- I licked the entire plate clean. This pork chop was perfectly seasoned and it was insanely tender. Very impressed with how tender and flavorful it was. Next up had the spicy wonton noodles; just truly amazing, idk what else to say. The noodles are perfectly cooked, super flavorful dish. The beef noodles were also incredible and the braised beef pieces stole the show in that bowl. I left zero room for any to go box. Service was amazing, they were super nice & I even got to say hello and compliment Grandma upon leaving. I would give this place 6 stars if I could. I will definitely be back soon!

I just found my new favorite spot! This is a quick grab and go Argentina empanada restaurant. They…read moredo have some seating inside but it is very small so I would recommend take out. I got assorted empanadas and they were all amazing! I also got the homemade chimichurri sauce to take home. They also had homemade desserts and some international imported items for sale like hot sauce, cookies, caramel sauce, and coffee. The service was quick and friendly. They even labeled the empanadas and had heating directions on the box. I'll definitely be back sooner rather than later! Highly recommend!

The shops in this building seem to constantly change but I hope that Che Empanada stays for some…read moretime. They have a wide variety of empanadas (a lot more flavors than their website advertises) in addition to some retail items in the tiny store. I got the beef clasico, tango beef, spicy chicken, and mushroom chicken empanadas, which came out to $20 before tax and tip. The person who helped me with my order kindly labeled everything in the box. Only when I got home did I realize that I forgot to ask for chimichurri! The empanadas reheated well. They had a very delicate pastry shell that would sometimes crumble from the weight of the fillings. They tasted homey-- not too salty, greasy, or overly processed. While each empanada flavor tasted unique, I thought that they could definitely be enhanced by a tangy, salty, spicy sauce. I really should have picked up some chimichurri... They have a good selection of vegetarian empanadas and a vegan empanada as well. I look forward to coming back!

Fantastic food, affordable, and quick. The name has changed, and I'm not sure what other changes…read morethat involves.

This is what the *unnamed major Mexican chain* thinks it is. The staff is so kind, and the…read morerestaurant is cute and organized. However, it's the food that sets them apart. The prices are SO reasonable given the portion sizes you get. The food is the freshest in the area, and SO delicious. The worst part about this restaurant is how long it took me to find it!

Located in bow market and easy to find. I got the Colombian chicken empanada as a quick snack. The…read morestaff were friendly even though it was very busy due to the vintage market. It was crispy and filled to the brim. There was a bit more potato than chicken but it was enjoyable. It was juicy inside and flavorful. They had seating outdoor and more seating located around bow market.

Since we had just eaten lunch, we felt for a little snack while roaming around. We wanted to try…read moretheir Colombian chicken while the employees insisted on trying their impossible chorip empanadas. Both were very flavorful and cooked well but we still weren't fans of the imitation meat since the texture just wasn't there. It's a very small space with no indoor seats but wasn't a problem on that day since the weather was beautiful for the many outdoor tables. Overall, food wasn't bad but I don't feel so inclined to come again.

I went to Tara yesterday (Saturday night) after craving pizza all week, & I was not disappointed!…read more The pizza was absolutely amazing. The crust was perfect in every way (I am so picky when it comes to pizza, but this was seriously perfect), & the cheese + sauce complemented it well. When we went in to order, we were told it would take 15 mins, but it ended up taking 30 mins. I would usually expect a pizza to take 30 mins & wasn't bothered, but it seemed as the night went on that their estimates for other orders were drastically off. They appeared to be very short-staffed based on the amount of customers they were getting, & I did note a handful of customers walking out/being rude to the staff. I would recommend coming on a non-peak day/time, because the pizza was incredible!

Its not going to blow you away but it was decent food for an affordable price…read more I got a Sicilian pizza which was a bit weird on the crust but the toppings were good. I also got a buffalo chicken calzone which I liked more than the pizza. I also got a pork and cheese pupusa which was the not good. You're better off trying any of the many other local restaurants for pupusas.

The kitchen is gluten free... you heard me correct, you don't have to worry about the menu, it's…read moreGF! This is one of my favorite places on Moody. The atmosphere is so cozy and warm, the food is fantastic, and the staff is super friendly. You can get cheaper Mexican food in Waltham for sure, but in such a nice restaurant atmosphere. The street tacos are off the charts, and they have Taco Tuesdays with special tacos that aren't usually on the menu. Also love the pork belly quac!

Still my #1 favorite Mexican restaurant. They're consistently delicious and their takeout is great…read more They have a lot of options to their family pack meals, which is fantastic. Of course enchiladas are still my favorite, they are verde sauce is excellent. I also like the way they pack their chips so they don't get grease everywhere and stay fresh and warm. The guac portions are huge! And the road that also is a must! They also have margaritas, mixers, and cocktails to go! Outdoor seating for the summer. Some parking on moody but better to find a side street.

An empanada shop lining the Speedway biergarten? GREAT IDEA!…read more Don't expect authenticity here. It was a fancy empanada. I went with ham and cheese. Diced up little ham cubes (think Pondersosa buffet.) Too much bread though. My daughter had the Beef. It reminded me of a spicy French meat pie. The beef had a mixture of onion and chimichurri. It was good but not the best ever. A good option for the biergarten.

A cozy no-frills wine bar with an excellent selection, friendly staff and tasty empanadas and hot…read moredogs. I really enjoyed it, especially when hopping between Birds of Paradise and Koji Club in the same little plaza. Great way to close out an evening. There's a little grocery here too - where you can buy wine, canned/jarred goods and some prepared foods (flan, dolce de ledge, chicken salad, pasta salad, etc).