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El Gusto Criollo International

5.0 (2 reviews)
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4.8(227 reviews)
28.6 km•Downtown
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Fulfilled a longing for Venezuelan food that I didn't realize that I had…read more I highly recommend Arepittas for lunch. I had the beef Pabellan, yuca frita, and and a side of fried plantains. All were very perfect. Staff was very friendly. Plenty of foot traffic in and out, but open tables were available at 12:30.

YE Gurl Says: The Best Food Finds Are on the Side Streets!…read more Occasion:Birthday Month Celebration Destination: First time in Pennsylvania! Mission: Bruno Mars' The Romantic Tour First time in PA, and we're already finding gems! We were in town for Bruno Mars' The Romantic Tour as part of my birthday month celebration, and bae came through with a restaurant find close to our hotel. You know I appreciate a good discovery, especially when I don't have to travel far to get there! Now, let's talk about this food. A Taste of the REAL Culture The menu was MASSIVE, with plenty of options to choose from. There's seating inside and outside near the parking garage, so don't let the surrounding area fool you. We decided to sit outside, catch some sunshine, and let our piping-hot food cool off a little. And when I tell you this food was GOOD?! This was authentic Venezuelan food, not some watered-down, Anglo-friendly interpretation of the cuisine. The flavors were there, the food was hot, and everything we ordered hit the spot. Here's what made it to our table: Vegan Chorizo Empanada - $8 A hearty, hand-sized empanada that made for a satisfying bite. Vegetarian Pabellón Empanada - $8 Another generously sized empanada that delivered on flavor and left me satisfied. Arepa Perico - $13 Bae's choice, and apparently, a good one because he made QUICK work of that meal! Tostones with Cheese - $12 THE ACE OF THE MEAL! Listen, these were soooo good! The crispy plantains with cheese were the standout for me. If you're ordering, put these on your list. Jarritos - $4 Maltín Polar, Large - $5 The food arrived piping hot, the portions were satisfying, and the flavors reminded me why I enjoy exploring cuisines in their authentic form. No need to dress it up or change it to appeal to everybody. Just make the food GOOD. YE Gurl Insight Isn't it funny how some of the best food finds are tucked away on a side street in a seemingly dead part of downtown? You might drive through an area and think there's nothing happening, only to discover a restaurant serving food that makes you want to come back tomorrow. Sometimes the gems aren't on the main drag. They're hiding around the corner. And that's why I love traveling with somebody who enjoys finding those places. Bae found this one, and he did GOOD! Final Take For my first visit to Pennsylvania, this was a delicious little discovery near our hotel. The extensive menu, indoor and outdoor seating, generous empanadas, and freshly prepared food made this a worthwhile stop during our Bruno Mars birthday getaway. YE Gurl Says: Don't judge a restaurant by the parking garage next door or the lack of foot traffic outside. Sometimes the best meals are waiting on the side streets.

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Cilantro & Ajo

4.6(252 reviews)
29.8 km•South Side
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I returned to this restaurant yesterday and it was just what I needed. Their food is like a…read morecomforting blanket that wraps you up and keeps you warm inside. The Pabellon bowl for me has to be the best thing on the menu, but I wouldn't hesitate to order the empanadas, or arepas. It is so refreshing to have them and right in my neighborhood. We are so lucky that they are here. Go there immediately. Not sure why I gave them a bad review earlier, maybe it was just an off day.

Cilantro & Ajo is a Venezuelan street food restaurant. They have multiple locations, but my friends…read moreand I visited the Lawrenceville location. Parking is a little tricky because it is street parking only, but we got lucky with a spot right out front. Ordering is super easy and efficient. They have menus up front where you order, and then you sit down and they bring your food to you. I've never tried Venezuelan food so this really was a great experience. I wanted to try it all. Here's what I ordered: [Brown Lemonade]: Tasty and different than your average lemonade [Plaintains]: Sweet with queso fresco [Arepas]: Mine had chicken & gouda and was absolutely delicious. Soft and flavorful. [Empanadas]: These were really tasty. I really loved the beef with the peppers & onions. My friends really loved their papallon bowls, and overall, the experience was really great! This was such a unique experience with unique food. I will be back!

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