It's a small place but a surprise awaits inside. The place is clean and casual and the food is…read moredelicious and the portions are plentiful. Carlos Munoz, the owner was super friendly and attentive. This was a perfect little jewel just a few streets away from Polar Park!

Really good food. Jose is very friendly and makes you feel right at home. Everything was fresh, hot…read moreand delicious.

My kid recommended this place. I didn't know what to order so they put together this plate for me…read more Flavorful and so good. Big portion. Get the potato salad!

Food, friendly staff and real world culture ambiance! We've eaten at Maria's for over 20 years and…read morewe look forward all the time to dine there!

Great job and amazing customer service! I truly appreciate it that it closes a bit later than other…read morebusiness in the area. Love the Dominican music playing! I tend to go to other culture restaurant that usually do not play the same cultures music.

The service was great! You walk in and everyone is so friendly and kind. I have to be honest I was…read morenot familiar with Dominican cuisine but the staff helped us go over the menu and made suggestions. I went for the octopus and my husband went for the buffet. I was a little disappointed as my octopus was over cooked but the flavors were amazing. The buffet was OUT OF THIS WORLD. So many flavors and everything tasted GREAT! I would go back for the buffet any day of the week. It's also very affordable and has a great atmosphere. Get down there and give this place a try!

This place is just so good! The food is always very flavorful and never overly salty like some…read moreother similar places. They have about 4 booth style tables, so it is more of a grab and go style. They are also now on DoorDash. The inside is very clean! The staff are always helpful and most speak both English and Spanish. My go-to is always the pernil with arroz con gondules and potato salad. They always have fried appetizer style foods available too. They charge extra to use a credit card now so pay cash when you go.

The food had potential if only it were fresh. The beans and race were amazing. But the check was…read moredry like it had been sitting for a long time. The $3 tiny "cheese" empanada had clearly been sitting all day. There was a tiny piece of dried up cheese inside the mostly hollow, chewy, stale empanada. Also, I think that it was supposed to come with avocado. It did not. Again ..taste wasn't bad but the quality definitely impacted the overall experience. Same with the chocolate cake...it had potential but was dry and stale tasting. Disappointed overall, especially for how much I paid.

It was great celebrating Father's Day at Jalao in the Heights. Our server was Andy, Andy and he…read morewas excellent! His suggestions were on point and the food was phenomena! We had the seafood mofongo and goat stew. I also recommend the Mercado Margarita. It was truly a memorable Father's Day for my beloved husband!

From the owner: Caribbean Japanese Cuisine with Famous Caribbean Sushi (Mofongo Sushi and Caribbean Hispanic Vibes…read moreand a great Place to eat.

First, any place I can get good chicharron is a winner…read more A slightly cafeteria style Latin eatery. No frills, just really good food at a very fair price. I suggest going slightly before or after lunch peak to get in and out faster. I also suggest getting it to go since seating is limited. The service has always been friendly and as quick as they can be. Speaking some Spanish can make the interaction go faster. This is some of the most comforting comfort food around.

On the dicey corner of Main and Charlton streets in Worcester is one of the best restaurants I have…read moreever eaten at. I started going there about 10 years ago, moved away, and returned recently. It doesn't bother me much to go down there but it is unquestionably in one of the tougher parts of the city. The place is very small and very clean. There is probably room for 20 at the few tables. Parking is out front or on the corner. The food is in a large steam table and you can view it, decide what you want, and either sit or get it to go. It is pretty standard, rice accompanied by a meat and essentially sides. I am pretty sure you can get as much food as you want and they will just charge you accordingly. a feast can be had for under $7.50. To the food....Not being Puerto Rican I will do my best to describe each dish they have and compare it to what I know authentic should taste like. Arroz con Gondules, yellow rice with pigeon beans is my favorite. Their yellow rice varies from day to day. Sometimes plain yellow, sometimes with pinto beans. You can get white rice as well and always request a side of beans to eat with your rice. I am not sure if they use alcaparrado (olive caper salad) in their rice but it is very very good. The main dishes change daily but many things they have every day. There is chicken, beef, ribs, pork chops, sometimes pernil (pork shoulder), maybe an ox tail dish?, plantains, salads, etc. I sometimes see Pegao on a plate. Pegao is the crispy tasty treat that comes from the bottom of the rice pot. I have never had it there but I have seen it. They also have spicy and mild Pastelon? which are meat filled pies, similar to an empenada. I like the spicy myself. I also see alcapurrias? which I think are taro or rice balls filled with meat. Make sure that with whatever dish you choose that you request plenty of the sauce. That is where all the love is. You have more than a few options for Puerto Rican Food in Worcester but my choice is Spanish Grill.

Aesthetic of this place is very cute. There are some tables inside, also, the sells empanadas and…read moredrinks. The actual sweets were okay. They tasted like the plastic that they are stored in, which really turned us off from them. Specifically, the pb layered dessert and the whip cream on the cheese cake. Parking is on severe the autozone is, and I believe some street parking as well.

While waiting for our table at a nearby lunch spot to be ready we exploded the area of Worcester…read more Lucy's cake was the perfect dessert spot to grab a small snack. We ordered the dulce de leche cheesecake slice and mini peanut butter explosion for our NYE cheat snack! My personal favorite was the dulce de leche cheesecake, the sweetness was a perfect balance with the creamy cheesecake. The mini peanut butter explosion was interesting I am happy we tried it but it was not the best. The inside of their shop was beyond adorable and cute they even had a flower wall for photos. Next time I am in the area I would love to try more of their menu!

Che! Empanada: A Love Letter and a Warning ​Rating:…read more ​I went in for a "light snack" and left with enough empanadas to fuel a small army. ​The Crust: Flakier than my last three exes combined. Absolutely buttery perfection. ​The Fillings: The Beef Classic is a life-changer, and the Spicy Chicken has just the right amount of attitude. ​The Chimichurri: I'm 90% sure this sauce is liquid gold. I'd drink it out of a literal boot if I had to. ​Verdict: My waistline says "stop," but my soul says "get the Nutella dessert one for the road." 10/10 would ruin my diet here again.

We placed a large order through DoorDash, over two dozen empanadas, for a group of people waiting…read moreat home. The dasher picked up the food and then canceled the order. I called the restaurant immediately to explain what happened and try to find a solution. The person in charge was not interested in hearing any of it. He kept insisting I had canceled the order, blamed me repeatedly, and refused to move past that point no matter how clearly I explained the situation. He eventually got rude and hung up on me. Yes, he actually hung up. When a restaurant chooses to partner with DoorDash, they take on some responsibility for how delivery problems get handled, particularly on large orders. The right response is not to interrogate and blame the customer while a ready order sits on the counter. There was no attempt to help, no offer to make it right, just defensiveness from start to finish. We ended the night with nothing. A large group of people, no food, and an experience that left us worse off than if we had never ordered at all. If something goes wrong with your order, this is how Che Empanadas will treat you. We will not be ordering from them again, and I would strongly encourage others to think twice before doing so.

Unexpected Lunch Stop - Worth It!…read more I wasn't planning on eating here yesterday, but with the holiday, a few of my favorite spots were closed. Since I was in the neighborhood and short on time, I decided to stop in for a quick lunch--and I'm glad I did! The service was fast and efficient. The food is served hot, and you simply pick what you want, making the whole process super convenient. They give you a generous portion for a great price, and if you're dining in, the staff even brings your food right to the table, which was a nice touch. Whether you're looking for a quick takeout option or a sit-down meal, this spot is a solid choice for delicious Dominican food. Fast, filling, and flavorful--definitely worth a stop! Everything was clean and staff was friendly.

Their empanadas are so perfect, I don't even want to write anything else! They're perfectly crisp…read morewithout drying out the inside filling. The beef and cheese and chicken and cheese are the best flavors. Their pernil is always cooked well, too. I like mine as crispy as possible with a crunch. Pairing a meat with rice for their lunch special is probably your best bet, cost wise. Service is quick! While I'll typically do takeout, there are a few tables inside and friendly service. Great neighborhood spot.

Order a side of fried pork, it was actually just a order of fat! No thank you... what a…read moredisappointment. Will definately not go back

Food is really good and the portions are pretty generous. Perfect for when I don't want to cook…read moremyself and have to feed my family of 3. The service is great, the staff is really friendly.