We received word via Facebook that we were getting a new truck in the neighborhood last night. We…read morehad a large lunch and was driving by around 5pm when they arrived, but I had to give it a shot! I asked if only one what one should I try, one said definitely the Beef Piccadillo and the other said the Pork Pibil. I was full, so I opted for the Beef! Once home, I bit into a pocket of flavorful goodness! Oh my and that hot sauce!!! Yum!!! My only regret was not ordering more! I'd like to think they'd heat up pretty good in an air fryer. Idk but it's a good question for them next time. Or maybe sell frozen hahaha either way I hope they come back sooner than later, so I can try the Pork and others.

Empanada Cuisines is a new food truck that came to my neighborhood a few weeks ago. This was my…read morefirst time having an empanada, and I was excited to see some veggie items on the menu. I ordered beef empanadas for my husband and a veggie empanada for myself. The veggie empanada had spinach and cheese, and it was a big portion. It was crispy and hot and came with a spicy sauce (I didn't need much of the sauce). My husband was impressed with his empanada too. He reheated one in the air fryer, and it tasted fresh a few hours later. The wait was worth it, and Empanada Cuisines sold out at our neighborhood. They post their schedule on Facebook, and I hope they come to Street Food Finder soon so I can track them down easily.

Technically, I visited Freddo twice on the recommendation of a server at another Charleston…read morerestaurant. Their locale is small with a few tables and chairs outside, and a bench with two stools inside. The owners have Argentinian roots and sell alfajores, smoothies, frappe's, milk shakes, and gelato. I've tried the passion fruit smoothie and the caramel milk shake. Both were exceptionally good, but definitely on the rich side! Their whip cream is also amazing! A drink here is easily the caloric equivalent of a whole meal! I loved it so much, I've returned. My sister got a dulce de leche frappe and enjoyed it! She thought it was a good mix of coffee and gelato. Bottomline: Freddo is a great place to get a sweet treat on King St! For my regular-size caramel milk shake, I paid about $14.69 (with tax and tip)--definitely not cheap, but a smaller (and cheaper) size is available.

Nothing a Freddo gelato can't fix (at least that's what I tell myself)!…read more This is a small but mighty shop serving up fresh artisanal Argentine gelatos. I opted for hazelnut and dulce de leche w/ coconut and it did not disappoint.

We enjoyed our treats from here and the empanadas! Great service and standing room only.read more

Playa Bowls was fresh, delicious, and the perfect healthy treat. The fruit was incredibly fresh,…read morethe portions were generous, and everything tasted great. This has been the best açaí place I have ever been to! Friendly service and a great spot for breakfast or a refreshing snack!

What a lovely place. The waiter, Daniel, was very attentive and very communicative and…read moreknowledgeable about the menu. The caiparhiñas were spot on. The prices were excellent. I had a steak dish with tomatoes, onions, and peppers which came with fries, salad and 2 over easy eggs. My husband had a chicken and steak stir fry with rice and salad. Not a complaint about either dish. The only negative was the bar was backed up and we got dinner before our drinks. But the drink was worth the wait.

- Food was 10/10, amazing and seasoned to perfection! -…read moreService was friendly and fast, my entrée came out about 5 mins. after my app was brought out. - Ambiance is vibrant, indoor and outdoor seating offered with a big screen on the back patio.

My friends and I ordered off the specials and did a family style meal. The food was good, the rice…read morewas a bit different from the rice we normally get from spanish restaurants but I guess that is the fusion part. The portions were good and filling. My only complaint would be that the sweet tea was more of a northern sweet tea where they probably poured sugar in after the tea is already cooled. I would definitely skip then sweet tea if you are expecting a southern sweet tea. The staff was friendly and sweet. They gave us pitchers of our drinks for refills so we didn't have to wait for them. Our waitress was also able to split the check evenly between us without a fuss. Overall it was an enjoyable experience and I would recommend for the food.

We visited Cócteles El Primo after reading reviews from when this location appears to have been El…read moreCallao Fusion, but our experience was nothing like what was described online. The food was disappointing, especially the lomo saltado. It tasted more like plain carne asada than traditional lomo saltado, and it was extremely greasy. There was so much oil left on the plate that it pooled at the bottom, and even the rice was oily. The quality, flavor, and presentation were far below our expectations. The service was just as disappointing. Our server took our order and then essentially disappeared. No one checked on us, we were unable to get drink refills, and after waiting for a long time, we had to get up ourselves just to ask for the check. The restaurant also looked very different from the photos and reviews we had seen online, making it seem like the older reviews no longer reflect the current business. Overall, between the poor food quality and lack of service, this was a frustrating experience. We will not be returning and cannot recommend this restaurant.

Happy Empanada has been here for a while. How am I the first to review?!…read more Anyway, I LOVE that empanadas are so easily accessible here. I had the chicken empanada and the beef empanada. Both were great, just as they were the other few times I've been here. The chimichurri sauce is good too. Though the empanadas are already flavorful by themselves. They have desserts too, which I'm so tempted to try... But next time. Sales person is friendly, service is quick, empanadas are always warm with the perfect level of flaky crispness in each bite.

Overall the we had a good experience here! We wanted a quick bite and this place definitely fit the…read morebill. I got a bacon empanada and a chorizo empanada. The breading was so flaky which was nice, but I wish it had more filling. Once you bite into the empanada a lot of it was pretty much an air pocket. I definitely could've eaten another but they were changing shifts after we ordered and the stall as unattended until we left. The chimichuri sauce was good. The chips were soggy and didn't really have any crunch to it.

Pollo Loko - North Charleston, SC…read more The wife and I stopped into Pollo Loko for a quick lunch, not expecting much... and wow, what a surprise this place turned out to be. First off, the customer service was outstanding. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and genuinely made us feel appreciated from the moment we walked in. You don't always get that kind of attention these days, so it really stood out. The restaurant itself was spotless, well-kept, and had a great vibe. You can tell they take pride in the place. Now let's talk about the food -- because this is where they really shine. We started with the empanadas, which were absolutely delicious -- fresh, flavorful, and the perfect way to kick things off. For our main, we ordered the Peruvian chicken, served with fries and rice, and it did not disappoint. The chicken was cooked perfectly, packed with flavor, and paired incredibly well with their signature sauces -- seriously, those sauces take everything to another level. Even the salad was fresh and tasty, which says a lot because that's usually an afterthought at most places. On top of that, they've got a great selection of sodas and other drinks, making it a perfect stop for a casual lunch. Bottom line: An unexpected gem with amazing food, top-tier service, and a clean, welcoming atmosphere. **Highly recommend -- 5 stars, 3 thumbs up from us.

I visited here when I was in the area and on the way to the airport. I was hoping they would have…read moreLomo Saltado, but alas they didn't so I just settled on a Carne asada quesadilla and a Jamaica drink. This is a fast casual style restaurant and not a real fancy place. My picky colleague who's never had peruvian ordered the ribs. Quesadiladas - you get 2 in an order and these are different than Mexican ones since they have grilled bell peppers and onions. A bit pricy too...the rice and beans that come with this are just average. They only had 2 salsas for the table, a green ranch like one and a red spicy one similar to a spicy Mexican red sauce. I'm still looking for a peruvian restaurant that has the spicy green sauce that most all peruvian restaurants have in California.

If you had authentic empanadas before from whatever Latin country, you will be disappointed. But if…read morethis is your first time eating empanadas they are okay. But don't let this be your judgement on Latin empanadas because these are not authentic Argentinian empanadas. I've had them twice on two separate occasions.

From the owner: Welcome to Happy Empanada! We are your go-to destination…read morefor all your empanada cravings. Our empanadas are made with the freshest ingredients, bringing a taste of Argentina to you. We specialize in traditional Argentinian empanadas and offer a variety of flavors to choose from. We also have gluten-free and vegan options. Whether it’s a dinner party, a special occasion, or just a snack, our empanadas are sure to please! So come and savor the flavors of Argentina with our delicious empanadas. Enjoy!