After so many times passing through this place I finally decided to enter and try according to Google one of the best coffees in DC! my friend and I, We ordered "cafe con leche" Miami style, definitely a mix between sweetness and the intense flavor of coffee, The place despite being Sunday there was not much crowd as it usually happens, the vibes of the store are definitely very Caribbean, the patio was our favorite place. Thanks to Luna and Sebastian for such a pleasant experience, 100% recommended. read more

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Another Delicious Meal! I visited today for a tasty dinner. I got booth seating-Score! Comfortable laidback atmosphere today. Ordered Cafe Con Leches (Cuban Coffee w/Milk/Sugar) & Pollo Fritos (Fried Chicken Strips) w/Guava Barbecue Sauce. Delicious flavorful coffee & chicken. Prompt friendly customer service. See Photo! read more

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Wow. Kinda had the most amazing food and service and I'm pretty jaded. The cashier/runner/bartender made beautiful cocktails and was sooo charming. Handled the crowd with gentle efficiency. Hope you are lucky enough to get Irving with his trusty backup Diana. Glad to find this place. read more

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Great restaurant. We have visited a few in the area. This one is really pretty but has some big receipts that might not be comfortable for shorter people. The chicken and spinach empanadas are some of the best I've ever had. Great amount of filling, not overly fried and the dough is a great texture, not hard and dry. The soup was pretty good. Nicely seasoned. And coffee also was good. Definitely would go back read more

Colada Shop - Chicken soup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Such a great spot. In this expanded location, the Colada Shop has something for every part of the day. Pastries and coladas for breakfast, Cuban sandwiches for lunch and some adult beverages and large plates for dinner. Having been here multiple times, I can tell you that there isn't a bad item on the menu. From their extensive drink menu to all their food items, they are well crafted and true to form. To be clear, this is a fast casual restaurant model where you order from a kiosk and then get a number for your food to be delivered to your table. While it suits all parts of the day, it is definitely a casual environment and the service is prompt, and often not that personal. I love their bowls and their Cubans. All of their smoothie offerings are great and please don't skip the coffee or adult beverages such as the pina colada. read more

Colada Shop - Vegetarian bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Colada shop at happy hour ALWAYS hits. The virgin pina colada paired with a spinach and cheese empanada are my go to, but there are so many other great things here, including the sweet plantains! Highly recommend. Great service and food is out fast! read more

I dropped in for a smoothie as a nice little sweet treat - and was a little shocked that it was almost $15. I was excited to try In The Tropics because it has Mamey, one of my FAVORITE fruits but was disappointed that the flavor didn't really come through. The smoothie was refreshing and by no means overly sweet but the texture wasn't my favorite. Service was quick - so it's definitely a place you can drop into without a reservation. read more

Colada Shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Enjoyed a nice lunch with friends this afternoon at this comfortable, well lit shop. The outside seating area was great to have today on a beautiful pre-autumn DC afternoon. For ordering, you can order either from a counter person or a kiosk (one located just outside the front door and one at the main counter). Ordering was easy. When I ordered, I picked up a numbered plastic tent, put the number into the order, and my food was delivered to the table by Staff. Easy peasy. I got the Cuban sandwich ($14.35) and a side salad ($3). The sandwich was meaty and flavorful, although parts of the shredded pork were a bit dry. I might try the veggie Cuban sandwich next time with portobello mushroom instead of pork. Overall, a good and filling sandwich. The salad had lettuce, tomato and cucumber with a tasty Italian dressing. I really liked the salad. My friends enjoyed their food also. We spent a bunch of time there and were not rushed. There is a water dispenser and glasses available for eating in and a variety of soft drinks and coffees, cocktails and smoothies. read more

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The service is always great! The food is good, but not great. Do not expect to be wowed. They don't have a large variety of alcoholic beverages. I come here often for lunch because it is conveniently located and they have decent prices. The bathrooms are well-kept Overall, solid place and I love to support this business. read more

Colada Shop - CAF CUBANO , Yuca fries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The sandwiches were absolutely delicious. Not slathered with tons of sauce just enough so you get the spices mixed in with the meat. We both had a Cuban sandwich and a guava pork sandwich and switch so we could try one of each. Both were delicious. Then for dessert we had the brownie Turnover and the guava cream cheese pastry, which were also not overly powerful sweet, but just sweet enough. Price point was fantastic. read more

Colada Shop - Love the artwork - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The café con leche and my breakfast sandwich were to my liking! The coffee was sweetened how I wanted and very hot -- it was tasty and reminded me of home. Everything was tasty and cooked well. Can't wait to return another day. The location was very cute and cozy, enough room for a lunch location one day. The server/ counter staff was very nice and helpful. I recommend it! read more

I always have a great time at Colada shop! I love the iced coffees and the little snacks. Empanadas are always a win (seriously. I could LIVE on the spinach and cheese ones). The staff is always friendly and I've always enjoyed everything I've tried, whether dining in or taking it to go read more

My cousin and I met up with my Uncle for a drink before heading to get facials over at Silver Mirror Facial Bar. We didn't have anything to eat, just sat at the bar and had drinks. The waiter was superb and great at making our drinks. I had ONE drink and was filling the buzz. Definitely have to try out the food the next time we visit DC -- definitely have the waiter make you a Bacardi Black and Coke (with like three shots of Bacardi!!) read more

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This Colada (perhaps like the other ones) has both a coffee shop flavour as well as one of a nice and cosy eatery. Infusing the ambience with vivid joy and brightness is a large internal mural of a woman frolicking in a pool--in the classic Colada colours of orange-brown and turquoise. It's both a spot for folks to catch up and others to get some work done. The staff are relaxed and respectful of one's space. On the consumption front, the cappuccino was nice and hot, as well as yummy. The egg sandwich was, I would say, pretty normal, to be frank bordering on the boring--but I didn't mind: it fits with the the place giving the vibe of "we take care of your basic needs on the food front", so it's not meant as the place to sweep you off your feet culinarily. Loved the Cuban music. read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. I love that the business is on InKind. It is honestly the reason why I go so often. I get their cortadito half sweet, dulce de leche brownie, maybe an empanadas for two, guava and cheese pastry. I also love their ropa vieja sliders. You can't go wrong honestly! read more

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I placed a to-go order using the digital kiosk. The checkout process was super simple and the cashier still checked in with me to make sure I didn't need anything else. The shop is decorated very cute inside with a large wall mural and there is free water right inside the front door. In terms of food - I overall was happy with what I got. I purchased the cuban sandwich and a side of yuca fries. They are both tasty BUT the one negative thing I need to note (and why I deducted one star in my rating) is that I paid $6 for the yuca fries and the order only came with five total fries... so I was disappointed with the portion I received for that price. Granted yuca fries are a lot larger than most normal potato fries, I would think expecting at least $1/fry is more than reasonable. read more

Colada Shop - Cuban Sandwich. I would recommend! Very savory and was still fresh/not soggy after a 15 minute walk home. COLADA SHOP CUBAN - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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While not in Miami this Cuban coffee gets close. Also good ambiance and a great coffee shop. Next time I'll try to empanadas. They also serve sandwiches and happy hour drinks. read more

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I was super excited to hit this spot that won a Rammy for the hottest sandwich of 2024!! The food in here is definitely STAMPED, however the service threw me off. Treating every customer the same...is important to me... . Where I am: @coladashop . Location Reviewed: 1900 N St., N.W. Washington D.C. . Menu Includes: *See Website* https://www.coladashop.com/dupont . Items Reviewed: Their Empanadas *$3.75 each* The Picadillo Empanada (a Cuban style turnover with seasoned beef). STAMP!! Juicy, well seasoned, thick & tasty!! The Chicken Empanada (with a sofrito marinated chicken). STAMP!! Mildly spicy, & creamy with a crisp shell!! The Breakfast Empanada (with bacon, egg, & cheese). STAMP!! I could've use a lil bit more bacon, BUT...STAMP the flavor!! Their Croquettes *$4 each 2 per order* The Corn & Mushroom Croqueta (with summer corn, roasted mushroom, & bechamel). STAMP!! Perfectly seasoned, & soft, with a slight crisp!! The Ham Croqueta (with bechamel, & ham). STAMP!! Imagine minced ham, battered, & fried...YES!! The Chicken Croqueta (with bechamel, & chicken). DELICIOUS. Good, just a tad bit dry. Their @chikofrc Colada Cuban Sandwich (with ham, roasted pork, Swiss, cilantro aioli, Chiko's Chinese mustard, & Szechuan pickled relish on Cuban bread $15.25). STAMP!! If you go...GET THIS!! Their Guava Pastelito (a guava jam filled pastry $4.85). STAMP!! It DIDN'T have cheese in it like I said in the video...but STAMP!! Their Passionfruit & Limeade Spritzer's ($5.95 each). STAMP!! Refreshing!! . Online Navigation: Easy . Customer Service: Everyone that walked in right before me & my daughter were greeted. We weren't. I started videoing (quickly, & as incognito as I can be...my norm). Ten mins later I got abrasively question as to why I was videoing. I felt compelled to tell them I was a food reviewer. They backed off. I was disappointed, & uncomfortable this whole review. . Parking: DECENT at breakfast ....but ROUGH any other time. . Music: YouTube-Backyard Band Pocket . Recommendations: Get that sandwich!! . Accessibility: It's wheelchair friendly, & it's differently abled persons friendly. . Bathroom's: I used the app @potty_snob to rate their unisex bathrooms!! Download the app, & let's see YOUR rating for your next outing!! 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews #Bigschlimsreviews read more

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This is a good Cuban coffee shop in DuPont Circle. All of the coffee and food items on the menu are Cuban influenced. You can also order alcoholic beverages here and there is a happy hour. The customer service is OK. The restaurant lobby and dining room are conventional and trendy, adhering to DuPont Circle's reputation for mid-scale and upscale restaurant decor. read more

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Great service! There were a couple people seated at the bar and a few pickup orders. One cashier/barista took my order immediately. She was working solo so it took a little bit to get my beverage (matcha coconut latte). I don't like matcha but this was surprisingly very tasty, not too sweet and not too matcha-y. The coconut flavor may have made the drink. I evidently had some reward points and so my beverage was discounted. Definitely sign up for their rewards. read more

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I have been reading all about the amazing hot chocolate here and it did not disappoint, and neither did the food! First, the atmosphere is super cool and plenty of seating. Great decorations and a fun environment to enjoy a drink or meal. I ordered the marshmallow hot chocolate, mango ice tea, croquettes (ham & rice), and the goat cheese croquettes salad. All of it was delicious, fresh and authentic but with a modern twist. Your items come out as they are made, not all at once. It was super busy and things probably were coming out slower than normal as they only had 3 people working, but the staff couldn't have been nicer and thanked me over and over for my patience. read more

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Good sandwiches and coffee! We ordered through the kiosk and got an iced cafe con leche, cauliflower and cheese empanada, guava bbq chicken sandwich, veggie Cuban sandwich and key lime pie. After grabbing a table number you can sit wherever you'd like and the food is brought to you. For my coffee, I was asked how sweet I wanted it. I went with 1/2 sweet but I should have made it way sweeter. I usually prefer sweet drinks. The veggie Cuban was good and filling. The cauliflower and cheese empanada was definitely my favorite and it came with a really good sauce too. The key lime pie was good and a good size. I liked the container it came in too. Overall a good spot for lunch or happy hour. It's a little pricier than I thought it would be but still good food. read more

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I liked the Cuban sandwich I had here. The plantain chips with the black bean dip was also good. Everything came out quickly and there was a lot of seating available in the restaurant. read more

Colada Shop - Cuban sandwich and plantain chips with black bean dip - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Yum, just yum! I arrived on an unseasonably hot fall day, having traipsed around DC for hours. I was hungry and ready for refreshment. Colada Shop provided both! My son & I ordered at the self serve kiosk (I prefer people, but he just started there, so it's fine). My sandwich, the Sofrito chicken wrap was soooo good! The little crispy chickpeas added a delightful crunch and all the flavors and textures were terrific. My son loved the guava bbq pollo. We both ordered a refreshing piña colada, perfect accompaniment for our a Friday afternoon lunch. The covered, outdoor sidewalk seating provided a lovely outdoor space to dine in, protected from direct sun. I'd come back to Colada Shop again in a heartbeat! read more

Colada Shop - GUAVA BBQ POLLO - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We have come here several times and love it. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Every time I come, I order the ropa vieja, one of my childhood favorites, growing up in a Cuban household. My wife and mother-in-law especially like the patacones. The only reason for not giving the 5th Starr is that the black beans are not included in the dish and must be ordered separately. That is almost a crime in my book. In Cuba, you always serve black beans with rice. Otherwise, this is a great option, and the food is pretty authentic. As I am gluten-free, I cannot personally vouch for the Cuban sandwich, but I have been told it, too, is great and authentic. read more

Colada Shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I'll start by saying I haven't been to any of the other locations yet but I enjoyed my time at this one! It's located pretty conveniently with it being just a little bit out of the way of the heart of Dupont Circle. The shop itself has very bright colors which makes for a very fun vibe and there's both indoor seating and a small outdoor patio. The service was pretty slow both times I've been with one time leaving me thinking we were forgotten. In terms of food, I got the veggie cuban and it was delicious!! So flavorful and unique! It's hard to come by any vegetarian versions of cubanos given they are traditionally made with meat but I'm glad I got the opportunity to try this one. I would love to try out their other locations and recommend for a quick bite in DC. read more

Colada Shop - VEGGIE CUBAN - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

After my first time at this Colada Shop location, I can say I prefer it and would come back here over the Wharf location. Same menus and similarly pleasant, courteous service, but a lot more convenient location-wise and I just liked the vibe more - maybe I prefer DuPont Circle to the Wharf, or maybe it's that I could already picture myself sitting out in the sidewalk seating area in the warmer weather reading a book while enjoying one of Colada 's delicious coffees. Yesterday I had the Cafe Con Leche, and I erred on the side of caution and ordered it 1/4 sweet (I LOVE that you get that customization option). I'd probably order a half sweet beverage next time. Important to note: if you're ordering to stay, make sure to ask for your coffee/beverage in a mug, the default is their single-user cups. When I arrived a little after 5:30 it was pretty peaceful, so I thought it would be perfect for a meeting, but it got pretty loud and rowdy from 6:15 onward. I'll keep this in mind for the future, because I can work with that for a coffee date or if I'm flying solo, but good to know it's not ideal for group meetings. 3.5 stars, rounded down for now, because I fully intend to return soon and hope to be able to give an enthusiastic update to 4 then read more

Great food, The staff is friendly and they make a mean Cuban! The place is well located and has a good amount of seating. read more

Colada Shop - Fun beer - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This was a great quick stop for some food and a drink. They were having an event going on inside the restaurant, so we grabbed a spot on their patio. The patio is covered so they had the windows open when we went but it looked like they can be closed when it's cold. They have QR menus, so you can order and they'll bring your food out to you. We started with the passion fruit daiquiris. The drink was delicious and also quite strong. For food, my friend and I split a few things. We got the picadillo empanada, sweet plantains, ham croquetas, and a pastelitos. All of the food was really good and had a lot of flavor. I would order that exact same spread again. I also appreciated that they have a water tap so you can grab water anytime. read more

Perfect spot for grab and go or sit down to chat with friends. I love their happy hour selection and how late they stay open. We did the 4 empanada platter, 2 beef, 1 chicken and 1 spinach and cheese. They were all delicious!! It took a minute for the food to come out but I appreciate how fresh the food was so I'm not even mad about it. The plantains were sweet, soft, and tasted fresh. The staff was attentive and sweet. Overall so great and definitely will be back read more

Colada Shop - EMPANDA PLATTER Dupont STEWED SWEET PLANTAINS - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Food was so good. Tasted incredible, and happy hour menu is relatively cheap. Indoor and outdoor tables for seating and free tap water. Good vibes and service was helpful with any questions. read more

Colada Shop - GUAVA BBQ POLLO - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I like this location - it's quite pretty inside with their colorful art work, there's some covered outdoor seating, and it's great for a quick brunch or lunch. I feel like there is a lack of Cuban places in D.C. so this cafe, which other locations on 14th, and the Wharf, has been a welcome addition to the scene. I like cafe con leche, but it can be very sweet if you don't like sweet coffee. Empanadas are great for a quick bite. I love the guava cheese ones as well! The caldero feels like a nutritious choice. One thing I didn't like was the salmon tostada - I felt it was overly salty. The staff at this location has been very helpful and friendly, too! read more

This was my first visit to Colada Shop in Dupont Circle. They have a good amount of seating indoors and in an enclosed patio space that's kind of outside, right outside the front door of the shop. I love that they have items from Shop Made in D.C. available for purchase. This visit my friend and I got the guava and cheese pastelito, mojo pork breakfast sandwich, and iced cafe con leche. - The guava and cheese pastelito is one of my favorites and this one heated up really hit the spot. The pastry is so flaky and the guava/cheese combo is one of my favorites. - The mojo pork breakfast sandwich was really good. This was the first time I try this sandwich here. I got it without the aioli due to some dietary issues I have, and it was still really good. It was a little smaller than I thought it would be, so if you're hungry, order more items! - The iced cafe con leche was delicious per usual. I love and appreciate that you can adjust the level of sweetness for your drink when you're ordering. The service was friendly and helpful! They were very patient with us while we decided what to order. Colada Shop has really good cocktails and it's a fun place to meet up for a drink with friends. I haven't done that at the Dupont Circle location, but keep them in mind if you're looking for a low-key place to grab a drink in the area. Also, their Cuban sandwich is SO good. :) read more

Colada Shop - Mojo Pork Breakfast Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

When paying nine dollars for two croquetas, I would expect the place to make them edible and not for them to be burnt to a crisp . Their coffee however, is excellent. They are also extremely nice people and the ambience is clean and simple. If I would've had the time, I would've asked them to remake them. read more

Colada Shop - Burnt croqueta - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Absolutely love the coffee, smoothies, and food here, even if it is a little expensive. The staff is incredibly kind, and it's always clean. Love the vibe in there. The churro latte is not to be missed! read more

For a while, I felt like it was hit or miss whether my iced cafe con leche would be made the way I like it. I order it decaf and Miami sweet because the sweetness level comes from espresso sugar that adds a smoky bitterness I love (reminiscent of Vietnamese iced coffee). But it seemed like different people made this one order in very different ways, sometimes not sweet at all. I thought maybe baristas weren't sure what to do about the decaf part because the espresso sugar is probably premade and can't be decaf, but I was okay with that since making the latte part decaf would decrease the total caffeine. Anyway, the point is, I mentioned all this in an online feedback survey (which they send after every app order at least). Ever since, my order has been made much more consistently! I don't know if it's coincidence or if management gave the baristas clearer directions, but I'm so happy and come much more often now, lol. Great coffee, baristas, and management! It's a great space for hanging out with coworkers or friends. Most people can find something they like, and the options are great for trying something new without going too unfamiliar. read more

Colada Shop - Iced cafe con leche - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Very cute inside, good looked good although we did not eat. Staff was incredibly friendly. I ordered a guava drink and my husband got an old fashioned. Their ice machine clearly has not been cleaned because both drinks had black flecks in them. Having worked in restaurants and bars for years, I know this is the result of a dirty ice machine. I mentioned this to a worker and was told it was from the guava juice in my drink. While some of the small black flecks may have been from the guava juice, I noticed some very large black flecks in the drink that were absolutely the result of a dirty ice machine. My husbands drink did not have any guava and had black flecks as well. I wasn't able to get a picture of the bigger flecks, and I didn't want to be obvious about it. I just moved past it as I don't like to argue with staff, but I was super turned off by this. read more

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Super charming Cuban cafe with delicious food and fantastic drinks! This Dupont Circle mainstay features a large menu of casual breakfast and lunch fare, including toasts, baked goodies, sandwiches, and grain bowls / salads. While I've been impressed by everything on their menu, my go-to's are the Salmon Citrus Salad and their Santiago Bowl with romesco cauliflower and mushrooms. Both are satisfying and delicious meals, but are also light enough to enjoy for lunch without feeling bogged down for the rest of the day. They're also well-known for their Cuban sandwich, as well as an equally delicious and flavorful Veggie Cuban. If you're just looking for something to sip on, they also have an extensive drink menu featuring Cuban twists on coffee / tea, smoothies, and cocktails. One of my favorites is their Good for You Mojito, a super refreshing green juice that features mint, spinach, lime juice, and coconut water. Beyond the food and gorgeous, vibrant Cuban decor, the entire staff is also super friendly and help create a welcoming, delightful space. Whether you're just looking for amazing Cuban food or you'd like to settle in with a long book or get some work done with a steaming cup of joe, definitely swing by Colada Shop -- you're in for a treat! read more

We stopped by Colada Shop on a visit to the National Mall. They sell their food on Goldbelly, so it has to be good, right? We wanted to eat in but the person at the counter directed us to order at the to-go kiosk. We got: Colada Shop Cuban ($13.95) - They had some trouble with the sandwich construction I suppose, although it wasn't particularly busy. One half had all the ham, the other half had all the pork. The bread was fluffy and pillowy, the pickle added a nice snap, the swiss cheese was melted nicely. The condiments, mustard and a cilantro aioli were not apparent in the sandwich. It's an acceptable cubano, not bad but not great. Guava BBQ Pollo ($13.95) - Tasted sickly sweet with only a slight fruity guava flavor. You literally could not taste anything else in this sandwich, not the pork, the red onions, cilantro, etc. They slathered on so much sauce that the bread was soaked through and mushy. I wasn't sure if I was eating dessert or not. Twice-Fried Tostones with Mojo ($6.25) - Tostones were fried perfectly crisp. Mojo sauce was great, garlicky with a almost salsa-like vinegary freshness. Only 5 pieces are given per order. This was the best of the bunch. I think the food was only okay overall. Not sure I would go here again. read more

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Came here with my colleagues after a staff training and enjoyed every minute of it. They have seating options for both indoor and outdoor - beautiful art on the walls and pretty spacious. They have the option to order at the counter or you can seat yourself and use the QR code to access the menu, order your food and they'll bring it out to you and you pay using your phone. Service was good and fast and easy to use. The food was delicious. As you can see I have no pictures of the food because we all ate it too fast. We had the chicken empanadas - amazing! We had the croquetas - wonderful! What else was delicious you ask? The drinks! I had the Hotel Nacional and everything about it was amazing. It doesn't look like a lot but it was very strong just like I like it. I will definitely be back - I've never had a bad time at any Colada Shop location. read more

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