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    El Patriota #1

    4.3 (48 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Tripleta
    Denise H.

    This was highly recomended by a Puerto Rican friend who had the chance to go with me! I had the opportunity to try a classic sandwich called the small Tripleta which had the following: pork, ham, turkey, potato stix, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayoketchup for $10.99. This was a hot sandwich and a large one at that for the small. Everything about this sandwich was so good, it was evenly layered and the three meats work well together and the cheese was a white cheese but it's definitely imported so it was different but melted so good. I would suggest dining in to truly appreciate your first try! I got the chance, to try their avena- hanna/maize $4.99 which is their take on oatmeal. It's Vanilla based and had a sprinkle of Cimminon. I loved this so much I bought the Quaker version to take home. They had a small storefront available with goodies from Puerto Rico which I also indulged in by taking some cookies as well. This was a nice touch for those who want a reminder of home flavors. I also got to try their take on a savory empenada, pizza flavored. Let me just say I'd take this over a hot pocket any day. Lastly on my way out I ordered a passion fruit juice for the road, very refreshing and the perfect way to end my meal. The environment and staff were so welcoming and truly bring the love from Puerto Rico to Hurst. I had the privilege of being introduced to the authentic take on their food and I can't wait to return to try more!

    Cuban Sandwich. One of the best in DFW!
    Jameson B.

    I'm always on the lookout for great Cuban sandwiches and this place has one of the best that I have tried in DFW. The bread was authentic and the pork was packed with flavor and was very moist. I'm glad they wrap it because it can be a little messy. I would give this Cuban sandwich and 9 out of 10!

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    Luis G.

    The decor is simple. They always have music playing and the employees are all welcoming. There is an abundance of varieties to choose from and the food is amazing. I've been here a few times and I never leave disappointed.

    This is the Cuban Sandwich
    Pilar M.

    Omg! The Cuban sandwich was good, more than good ... delicious. I give props to the owners there sandwiches were the bomb including their tripleta. I have been looking for a restaurant with a good Cuban sandwich since CuCu's closed their business and this place has matched it perfectly. I will be coming here more often now... congrats to the owners!!!

    Large Cuban Sandwich and Beef Empanada

    Really cute little spot! We ordered our food to-go and it was quick and very fresh. The staff was very welcoming as well! Both the cuban sandwich and empanada really hit the spot.

    Quesito, I typically hate cream cheese in pastries, this was ridiculous! =) The simple sugar glaze was great.
    Robin P.

    I have wanted to try this place for a couple of years. Their hours are short in the evenings so the timing just never seemed to align but we finally went for lunch today and we were not disappointed!! These sandwiches are great, and the bread is excellent. I love that the pork and chicken aren't just sliced thin like an afterthought, the pieces are hearty. The quesito (croissant with cream cheese, sugar glaze poured over top) is delicious. I normally hate cream cheese baked, but these are great and the simple sugar glaze they add right before they give it to you makes it special. This place is close to my house, and the sandwiches are actually really affordable compared to other special sandwich shops in the H-E-B area. We will definitely be back soon for lunch!

    Elis R.

    SO SO SO GOOD! Definitely must try! They have so many options and great flavors. We ended up getting the "small" sandwich but it was huge!

    Pastrami sandwich. Sooo tasty!
    Lumaris C.

    ...been there a few times and it is always hard to decide wether to have a Pastrami sandwich or their signature sandwich "El Patriota". I have tried their harina de maíz (corn meal) and it is really good. You actually get the feeling of being in a Panadería back in PR.

    El patriota y papas
    Analena V.

    I was looking for a sandwich shop that was open at 9am in the morning and was lucky to find this jewel. They're open at 8am everyday!!! You don't find that with any other sandwich shops which is crazy to me. Well other than subway but that isn't fresh or authentic. Anyways, I was going to get a breakfast sandwich but instead I got the large PATRIOTA sandwich with papas. Its packed with plenty of meat(chicken, pastrami, turkey, pork, cheese, lettuce, tomato, potato stix, and mayo ketchup or fry sauce)which was very filling and a bit much but it was my first time. Definitely won't be my last. Also I should have asked for extra sauce on my sandwich. Other than that the food is made fresh and is authentic. Service was quick and easy, they do speak English for the Karens and Kevins. And the interior is new it's giving rustic/industrial, nice and clean. Next time I go I will for sure be trying either the Tripleta or the Cubano with the yuca plantains.

    My friends and I had the pleasure of dining at El Patriota earlier today, and I can confidently say it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance enveloped us in a warm, inviting atmosphere that felt like a little slice of Puerto Rico right here in Texas. The food was simply amazing--each dish transported us back home with its authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients. The parcha drink, coffee, chicken sandwich, ham and cheese sandwich, pizza empanadilla, and quesito pastry were particularly delightful, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Puerto Rico. What truly set this visit apart was the exceptional customer service. The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about sharing their culture with us. We even took a moment to leave a note on their new blackboard wall, which is such a lovely touch! We highly recommend El Patriota to anyone looking to enjoy delicious food and a welcoming environment. Thank you, El Patriota! Chicago, Fort Worth, and Maryland love you, and we can't wait to visit again soon! Español: Hoy tuvimos el placer de comer en El Patriota, y puedo decir con confianza que fue una experiencia inolvidable. Desde el momento en que entramos, el ambiente nos envolvió en una atmósfera cálida y acogedora que se sentía como un pedacito de Puerto Rico aquí en Texas. La comida fue simplemente increíble; cada plato nos transportó de regreso a casa con sus sabores auténticos e ingredientes de alta calidad. El jugo de parcha, café, sándwich de pollo, jamón y queso, empanadilla de pizza, tostones, y quesito fueron especialmente deliciosos, mostrando la rica herencia culinaria de Puerto Rico. Lo que realmente destacó esta visita fue el excepcional servicio al cliente. El personal fue amable, atento y genuinamente apasionado por compartir su cultura con nosotros. ¡Incluso nos tomamos un momento para dejar una nota en su nueva pared de pizarra, que es un toque encantador! Recomendamos encarecidamente El Patriota a cualquiera que busque disfrutar de deliciosa comida y un ambiente acogedor. ¡Gracias, El Patriota! Chicago, Fort Worth y Maryland los quieren, ¡y no podemos esperar a volver pronto!

    Patriota El Patriota Sandwich

    Todo estuvo delicioso, el servicio fue rápido, el lugar muy limpio y el personal amable. Ordené el plato patriota y superó mis expectativas, ¡definitivamente volveré!

    El Patriota
    Luis P.

    The food is great and filling. I can finally be proud and recommend the restaurant with the new makeover. Great job to the new owners, and pray for blessings. Thank you.

    They have a big blackboard with the menu. The guy was very friendly and fun to visit this place. My kind of hang out
    Millie V.

    Was our first time, the lady that took our order provided excellent service and gave us suggestions on what was on the menu. We got the Patriota sandwich and a few empanadillas with natural juice of parcha (passion fruit) . There was an event going on in the parking lot so the ambiance was very tropical. Was a great experience! Definitely I suggest you try. Puerto Rican Food.

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    Absolutely delicious! We had the Patriota sandwich and it was awesome. Service was great and quick.

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    TODO SUPER MEGA RICO, las tripletas? lo mas rico!!!! y los empleados un amor, la renovación quedo super chula

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    17.6 miFar Northwest

    Hidden gem. I've…read moreonly tried the torta with pork and the fries. It was very good. So good I went there again within a week and had another. Nice people too. Support the small businesses if you can.

    Found this on Yelp as I was driving down 287 around lunch time. I told the guy at the front that…read moreit was my first time there and asked his opinion on what I should get. He said most popular was the 4 taco plate with beans and rice. I got 2 al pastor, 1 asada and 1 chicken so I could try a few different meats. They were all good but next time I'll get all pastor. Texture of the meats was great and flavor good as well. Tortillas were good. Star of the show might be the three salsas they brought out to go with the tacos. My favorite by far was the middle one which is a spicy green tomatillo sauce. The creamy jalapeno one was great as well. The rice was good. Nothing special, but lot of places dry their rice out so much it's not very good. This was cooked well and flavor was good. Beans. I LOVED they were not refried beans. I believe they're called charro beans. They were cooked well and taste was great, especially with some of that grean sauce on them! You could tell the cilantro, onions, lime were all cut recently because they were very fresh. I just moved offices and will be passing by here at least once a week so I'm excited to give them some more business! Very good.

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    Our famous and most favorite: Willito's torta. 12 inch Puerto Rican bread with 3 meats (asada, pastor, chicken) cheese, cilantro and onion.

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    Finally made it to El Flamboyan. I've had this place bookmarked for so long now. The cabin fever…read morejust made me do the drive this time. Located in unassuming part of Wylie/St.Paul the restaurant is smack down in the middle of the strip along other places I wanted to try. I ordered their Carne Frita con Arroz. Flavorful chunks of pork which came with fried banana, rice, and beans.. Even though I've never had an actual Puerto Rican food, I expected a whole lot of flavor just by reading about cuisine. I really enjoyed the carne frita and thought it is almost similar to lechon kawali (Filipino dish) but this much leaner part of the pig. Service was very friendly, they'll answer any question you might have especially if you are unfamiliar with the names of some of the dishes. This is a family ran business, you'll feel that upon walking in. Very homey and welcoming. You'll be transported to PR while dining here.

    This was a hidden gem! They've been here for nearly 10 years, but today was our first time…read morevisiting... Now I'd be lying if I said I actually knew much about Puerto Rican food, or what to expect. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted and quickly told to sit where we pleased. I didn't catch our servers name, but he was extremely helpful and recommended our drinks as well as some of the items on the menu. While checking out all the pictures of their food on Yelp, I kept seeing the Cod Fritter pop up! I told him I definitely wanted to try that, probably the best thing I had. We also had Carne Frita, Carne Pernil and a pair of empanadas, one meat and the other cheese. Everything we had was delicious. But their arroz con gandules made everything better. We can't wait to come back and try some of the other items on the menu...

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