I seriously love their empanadas. If it weren't for the fact that I rarely walk by this area, I would come here every week. I've had their typical platter as well as their chicken/beef and cheese empanadas all all were amazing. Their cheese empanadas are unlike any other ones I've had before. Theirs are cheesy and gooey and it's always piping hot. It's a small place, but the staff is nice and the food is good. read more

Unexpected ethnic food paradise. On the edge of the vast oasis of authentic east asian food that is Flushing, is this gem of a place that prepares incredibly authentic Colombian food. The chorizo, empanadas, beet salad and lentil soup are my go-to favorites that this place nails every time. The service is excellent, friendly and efficient. It is comforting to know that they can maintain this high quality even with no competition in the area (very few Colombian restaurants in Flushing compared to Woodside or Jackson Heights, for example). Parking on College Point is decent. Come by and check out the menu or ask what's good. You will be pleasantly surprised. read more

El Gustazo is actually rather terrific. The vibe is chill. Every single thing I have ever bought here has been fresh and tastes amazing. I've have never had a problem with service. Can't wait to come back to El Gustazo for more. read more

Great for meat lover. Live music at night. Maybe too loud. : ) great portion for the money. Service was ok, it was very busy night. Overall it was great experience as asian and def will be here again sometimes. read more

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I have been working in Flushing for just over two years now. While there are ample Chinese food dining establishments, there is not much of anything else. After two years, I finally discovered this gem, less than a mile away from my office. A coworker told me she gets food delivered all the time on the weekends. Wanting to try anything new we took the trek to El Gustazo. She told me that they are famous for their delicious empanadas. At $1.25 each how could you not get all three?? Started off with the chicken which was absolutely outstanding. Slow pulled chicken tucked in a corn based pillow dough. The next empanada I picked up was the carne. Same consistency as the pollo. The last one I had was the queso. Hands down the best out of the three. One bite in and I was in mozzarella heaven. The cheese came oozing out, ugh my mouth is watering just thinking about it. I also tried some of the tostones that my coworker ordered. They were huge pieces of green plantains perfectly fried and mashed. They came served with a side of garlic hot sauce. Not too spicy for my taste. read more

Thr place is no longer called this. Its now PALACIO DE LAS EMPANADAS. Same address. They open very early like 5am early. I went there to grab some empanadas. I think their empanadas are great with the hot sauce. The place is small and the staff is nice. Overall the price is great. read more

My go-to whenever I'm craving empanadas. The beef and cheese ones are bomb!! And the spicy sauce is the best thing ever

This place provides amazing service and the food is really good! I thank God for the person who dropped off menus at my door! So far the quality of the foods I've purchased have been great! I'm fighting cancer and sometimes I don't have the energy to cook so I'm really happy with this place! read more

I was really disappointed by this place especially because it has so many great reviews. I live in the area and getting good food can sometimes be limiting. I ordered grilled chicken with rice and beans. The chicken was very crunchy, I threw it all out. It seemed like it was a very bad cut of chicken... the maduros were dried out and not sweet at all... tasted very old. The rice and beans were delicious and the empanadas were whatever. To me, they lacked taste. Wouldn't bother trying again. read more

For a week straight, my wife literally came and bought food here every morning and after work. The empanadas here are friggin bangin! Only a buck 25 for either cheese, beef, or chicken. All three are really good but I like the cheese one the best. They make a variety of food and a majority of things we've tried so far has been surprisingly delicious. I had mostly cheese and chicken empanadas for a week straight with their zingy spicy hot sauce. We also ordered their chicharrons numerous of times because its so good here. Deep fried perfection. The skin is nice a crispy crunchy while the bottom part remains juicy and tender and not dry. We had it so many times, the lady suggested we order #78 Bandeja Tipica. It came with red beans, a flank steak, chicharron, avocados, plantains, fried egg and a corn cake. The platter wasn't bad considering its price however the steak is a bit dry due to its thin cut and the corn cake just taste horrible. Completely bland and flavorless. They also serve daily specials. So far we've only tried their Pollo BBQ served with rice and beans, plantains, and their potato salad. The chicken was decent. Nice and tender, not too dry. They give you a small container of beans. It's a lot of beans to go with your food and their potato salad is really good here. Full of ingredients, not just potato and mayo. Verdict - Tired of all the crappy Chinese lunch takeouts in Flushing? Eat some Spanish food for a change. It's so satisfying. I can eat those cheese empanadas and chicharrons all day with their hot sauce. The one thing I dislike was they're a bit cheap on the hot sauce when you ask for extra. Especially with the amount we order, we expect a little more to go with not just our empanadas, but also along with your platters. They wanted to charge a dollar for a small tiny cup of hot sauce. I found that absolutely absurd especially when they have their hot sauce free to use for those who dine in. read more

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Cash only small mom and pop like eatery in flushing. It seems kind of out of place to have a Colombian food eatery in the flushing area but whose complaining? I've only ordered empanadas from here and I def preferred their empanadas over mama's empanadas because the outside is crunchy and soft at the same time whereas mamas is just super crunchy. if you've had mamas, you know those are super deep fried to get that really hard exterior. El Palacio doesn't have the green sauce like other places but they do have a special red sauce which is kind of similar to pico de gallo. But with even just a little bit, it's super flavorful and comes with a numbing kick. And empanadas are only $1.25 each, for beef, chicken, and cheese! Beef and cheese are my go to. They also have a variety of other Colombian foods, which I plan on giving it a try some day. read more

Food here is amazing! It's soooo delicious and the hot sauce is spicy but flavorful!!!!!! Yummmm! Will definitely be coming back here! read more

El Gustazo - Colombian Near Me - Flushing, New York

Only one good thing here......when it is fried fresh...OMG....the beef empanadas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! With the hot sauce!!!!!!!!!!! DOUSE IT!! Every things else you can skip but the BEEF EMPANADAS WITH HOT SAUCE...I had a friend try this not long ago. He loved it too. Trust me! When it is fresh out of the fryer....IT IS AWESOME. I can eat about 3-5 at a time. People come here just for the empanadas. Local people eating here. They are a dollar each. Tell me how it goes if you try it!! GO TRY! read more

The beef empanadas are not the best, thanks for letting me down Yelpers. They had 3 kinds; beef, chicken, and cheese. I had all three and the best one that I think has to go to the chicken. I gave it 3 stars because I was expecting the beef empanadas to have more beef in it, it was very pasty inside with very few shredded beef. (it might have been bean turned into a paste and mixed with beef, not much flavor) The chicken, on the other hand, was very flavorful with punches of spices and real chicken shreds. The cheese is a pass; it was basically mozzarella with nothing else; no flavor and for some odd reason, it was a bit cold. I love how it came out fresh, the outside yellow flour is crisp and crunchy. The hot sauce makes it all go down easier but I was expecting it to be "green sauce" and for their sauce to not be water down. Overall for the price of $1.25 each, I would possibly come back if I'm near the area but would explore a bit further into jackson heights for some real authentic mexican food. The place isn't hard to find, even though google map says otherwise. The sign says "Burger Express" and Palacio De empanada on the bottom. It's next to a small chinese hole in the wall restaurant. read more

Ugh this place is the bomb.com ... you know it's good when you're the only Asians walking in here every time. They have a set menu that ranges from empanadas, burgers, breakfast, Colombian platters with steak, fried pork belly & fried fish, salads, & also a rotating menu that varies depending on the day of the week. Steak was a bit well done to my liking but for $14 a Colombian platter will fill two grown people. Comes with rice & beans, slice of avocado , fried egg & two meats(fried pork belly) seasoned just right and their home made salsa is soooo amazingly addictive too. Bf loves their oxtail which is available with the rotating menu. Friendly service, they have a selection of over sugared Colombian sodas that look like jarritos in the drink fridge, they do a lot of takeout/delivery service it seems. Can't wait to try the rest of the menu. This place gets 4 stars for the price, food, service & variety. If you dine inside be warned the venting isn't so powerful and you may end up smelling like smoke read more

El Gustazo - Colombian Near Me - Flushing, New York

Legit Colombian food! The bandeja paisa was delicious and full of flavor. The chicharrón was perfect!

This spot says it's close on its page, but it's more open then you think. They serve killer Colombian breakfast it's good and cheap. There is a Spanish saying it's bueno, bonito and cheap for me. Lmao. I had a beef empanada that has shredded meat and potato, also had a cheese empanada they are really good. You guys need to come here it's small but clean. The little hostess Maria is very friendly and the cook Edison is Colombian all the way and funny. So my friends keep it tasty and let me know what you think. read more

Food is delicious and my family enjoys the quick eats. Yum.

Their beef empanadas will forever have my heart!!! The space has been updated to meet covid-19 regulations and has even built an outside seating area to eat. read more

If you're Colombian & miss that authentic Colombian meal I highly recommend & even if your not & what to try something new this is the place for you. Their empanadas are unmatched, chicharrón (fried pork belly) rice & beans are delicious & their soups are so yummy. Not to mention the prices are very reasonable & affordable. When I go there I feel that small business family run warmth & hospitality that makes you feel like part of their family. read more

This place is by far the best and most culturally authentic Colombian food you can find in Queens. The portions are super generous and the food quality is super tasty. The restaurant itself is super clean and sanitary, the ladies who take your orders are always super nice. Make sure you go give their empanadas a try, and also try my personal favorite dish it's called the "Typical Dish" or "Bandeja paisa". You won't regret it! read more

This is a was unexpectedly pleasing. We enjoyed the empanadas the most. The service was requisite. We enjoyed this place.

Its a home like food. Friendly service and not too expensive. I always have the day soup with the chicken or beef on the grill, delicious.

Really authentic. Great food not be hungry its hearty food. Not much on appearance but always a very polite lady taking orders in English and Spanish. read more

The typical dish is very good. I've been craving this for the longest time. The chicharron is crunchy, rice and beans were on point, the service was amazing, the entire dish was so delicious!! The portion was humongous so I only ate half but for the price, totally worth it. I think the typical dish is enough for 2 people because the dish is pretty heavy. The steak was dry. That was my only complaint. I also wouldn't get the sweet drinks. It was too sweet for me. Overall, i will totally go back cause it was delicious!!!!!! read more

El Gustazo - Typical Dish! - Colombian Near Me - Flushing, New York

I highly recommend the food at this restaurant. It is true Colombian cuisine and very delicious. They have a great variety of plates. The service is awesome! read more

Great food overall and a fun cute little place to hang out for lunch and a Malta or two. You must have the cheese empanadas!! The prices are reasonable and rice platters are around $6~$8. Come by for a leisurely meal and feel like you've travelled somewhere far away from the grime and dust of College Point. Well, at least the music and smell of deep fried meats and empanadas does for me. Haha.. read more

El Gustazo - Colombian Near Me - Flushing, New York

Lentil soup was wonderful. Enjoyed the Tuesday chicken special. Staff was kind and helpful in explaining dishes. Look forward to returning to try other daily features. read more

some of the best empanadas if your looking for a claasic empanada style. great taste and decently priced

The empanads are sooooo good. Don't forget the hot sauce!!! This is my bfs favorite empanada spot and I can taste why. read more

El Gustazo - Sancoho de cola on Mondays is awesome... - Colombian Near Me - Flushing, New York

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Small Colombian restaurant with great food, sizable portion, great price! Cash only! Beef empanadas - 5 stars Chicken Tamales with whole chicken leg - 5 stars Cuban Sandwich - 5 stars Potatoes salad side - 5 stars Typical Colombian plate - 4 stars Lentils soup - 4 stars Coffee - 3 stars Fan - 1 star read more

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Best empinadas I have ever bought. They have other food choices, but I always order empinadas to go. They beef and cheese, but I prefer chicken. read more

I was looking for a good Dominican food restaurent for some time. This place was hidden gem. Friendly service, good food, great price. Cannot ask more. Their sancocho is really good with oxtail. read more

One of the best bandeja paisas I've had!!!! I notice they do a lot of take out and delivery so it's not the best place to dine. But you'll always find the best food where there's a hole in the wall. read more

Called at 10 pm to order for pickup. Not only was I not able to order they hung up on me. Hours of operation says they are open until 11:00 pm. If you are closed at 10:10 pm put it as your hours of operation. Absolutely rude and unacceptable. I will NEVER eat here now. Not only that, I will tell ALL of my friends not to eat here. UNBELIEVABLE. A**holes. read more

I ordered two dozens of empanadas ($30) for a Christmas party with friends. My ordered was varied with cheese, beef and chicken empanadas. The empanadas were a hit at the party, especially the beef, everyone was raving about how delicious they were and they were good in size. The only bad is that the restaurant doesn't have the special green sauce that many other Colombian restaurants have. Other than that, the empanadas are great! read more

I work in the area and El Guztazo is amazing! Although it's small, no matter what you order, everything is good. From the empanadas, to the cheeseburgers, to their Colombian dishes and soups; mouthwatering. The staff is very welcoming, I love it. read more

This little gem is a treasure in Flushing. Known for their homemade empanadas and Colombian cuisine. Portions are very fair and you get good quality food at a great affordable price. Definitely recommend but be patient, there's only one server and she takes phone calls and handles the floor. read more

The greatest empanadas around flushing. Highly recommend this place. It's really good price and The spicy sauce is amazing

Great queso, beef, and chicken empanadas. Very kind server and very hard working chef/cook. You will love the food!