Oh, I can't believe I didn't leave a review for the spot, even though I've been a few times though!…read moreIt's been a while, but man are they delicious. I would describe them as a combination of classic and elevated Latin food. The vibe of the restaurant is very casual, but the presentation of many of the dishes takes it to another level. They also have a wide selection of beer and wine. I have had tacos, octopus, breakfast tacos, and tamales. Everything was flavorful and quite tasty. I will admit service was a little slow the last time I went, but given the weather and the fact that we weren't in a rush it wasn't a big deal. If you haven't been yet, you should go. The colorful presentation reminds me of Palette 22, and rumor has it they are expanding to the Ethiopian restaurant that closed next door. I hope that's true!

Nice ambiance and good brunch menu offerings. I didn't know that they only offered brunch during…read morethe weekend so I was a little disappointed as I wanted to try something more complex but we enjoyed what we ate. Could work on those fried plantains as they were a little soggy. The quinoa salad was good, a bigger portion would have been nice for the price paid and maybe if it would be easier to eat if served in a bowl. The chorizo sandwich was okay. Presentation and bread could be better. We left curious about their regular menu so we may give it a try some other time. Their staff were nice but not very knowledgeable about their menu items. They didn't really know how to answer my question about their vegan tres leches and told me it was not actually vegan after indicating it had condensed milk and heavy cream.

Friendly waitress Agnes was very attentive, happy to help me pronounce things, pleased to have me…read moresample that peach/cloves/cinnamon tea others wrote about. The food was plentiful, hearty and mild, but spice-able with the accompanying green sauce. I enjoyed the coffee, the atmosphere (pretty empty on a Friday afternoon) and everything really.

Not many spot in MD for Bolivian food. This spot is so welcoming, feels warm inside, and is 100%…read moreauthentic Bolivian food. You will NOT be disappointed eating this food, I promise you. The flavors are out of this world, and accurate to what you'll experience in the country itself. The owners are also extremely friendly and ready to share their dishes.

Lovely spot to try out authentic Colombian food! Fast, kind service from great staff and great…read morecuisine :)

I am so glad that the other bar I was planning on visiting was closed for a private event, because…read moreI probably would not have stumbled upon this wonderful bar/restaurant. The restaurant is located on the second floor of a "random" building, so it might be a bit difficult to find unless you are in the know. Although there were not many folks during my visit, the restaurant gives off a very strong Colombian flare. I originally stopped by to get a drink, but I ended up trying the caserito, which was sort of a combo meal. This meal included a delicious soup, a beer filet, beans, rice, and a small salad. It was quite the meal for only $14 bucks. I do not remember the name of the bean-based soup, but it was out of this world delicious. For $14 bucks, I thought the portions were quite generous. The service was pretty good. Since the bartender/waitress did not speak much English, dining here gave me the perfect opportunity to practice my Spanish. I definitely hope to return in the near future to try more items off of the menu and maaaaybe sing karaoke.

Don Pollo is a solid go-to when you're looking for something quick and reliable. I'm a big fan of…read morethe Chop Chop--it's consistently good and easy to customize--and the green sauce is really good and definitely the standout. I also appreciate the drink selection, which feels a bit more interesting than your average fast-casual spot. That said, some of the side dishes fall a little flat flavor-wise. A few of them just don't have much seasoning, so I usually stick to the beans and rice, which are the safest and most satisfying options. Overall, it's a good spot with some strong highlights, especially if you know what to order.

Favorite restaurant every time I visit home. 10/10 chicken, sides, and sauces. Will always make…read moresure to order when in Bethesda area

This is THE best chicken...except for rotisserie chicken made by my wife…read more And while the service is good overall, I get tired of stipulating no yellow sauce, I want only pink sauce and they never get it right. And on my latest order, the left out an order of fried yucca

Not "crispy" or "juicy" beware!…read more Expensive for a box of half-chicken with white meat and white Mexican rice and passion fruit drink. Over $20+. I was passing through the Kensington area on a work trip and thought that a quick stop for some Peruvian chicken would satisfy a late lunch appetite but I was sorely mistaken. The chicken barely had any flavor and the passion fruit was full of sugary syrup and no real passion fruit juice at all. Only positive thing was the food did come out pretty quickly but the chicken was cold. Will not be returning.

I have been eating here since the 2000s and it is still my favorite place to get Peruvian chicken…read more Juicy flavorful chicken every time. Fast service and good food. Every. Time. And you get so much food in a meal. Fast delivery too! I don't even think I need to review this place because everyone else agrees. I'm just here to spread my love for this place and everyone that works there.

I love El Pollo Rico. They definitely live up to their name! Better than the known chains like…read moreSardis and Crispy Juicy. Everything is cooked to perfection. I love yucca fries. The make it crispy and that yellow sauce! Buy extras!! Normally I opt for dark meat but the white meat is extra juicy and tender!! The tortillas are heavenly delicious. I dont like plantains.. I never like the texture, but I do love tostones .. Definitely recommend. Service is great too!! I wish they had locations closer to my house.

Great overall experience. Welcoming staff, excellent food, warm atmosphere. Food and drink (paella,…read moresalad, cocktail) were perfect. Service was friendly and not rushed. My 4th time at Guardado's, I'll be back.

Delicious tapas and paella! Every dish we ordered was worth ordering: charred octopus, gambas…read more(shrimp), croquettes, mixed vegetables to name just a few. The paella marinera was absolutely cooked to perfection. Service is very friendly and attentive and the restaurant is quite cozy.

Delicious Salvadoran spot in the heart of Wheaton! I live in the area and was in the mood for some…read moreauthentic Latin breakfast. My husband ordered the pupusas and I ordered huevos rancheros. We also shared a corn tamale. Everything was delicious! The huevos rancheros came with fresh plátanos fritos and casamiento, which I enjoyed. The pupusas were cheesy and delicious. The tortillas that came with the huevos rancheros were freshly made--Salvadoran style in thickness! The corn tamale also tasted homemade, not frozen like Rio Grande brand (which is still great but this is 100% better). Thoroughly enjoyed my visit here, I will be back.

Maria knows what she's doing! I was greeted by a friendly lady at the front…read more I ordered the Birria Tacos that came with mashed black beans and rice with a side of pico de gallo. I added the empanada made from plantains. The order came with pickled peppers and onions, a spicy green sauce, and the birria dipping sauce. I enjoyed everything. The Birria tacos were huge! Some places I've been the 3 tacos are small and you feel like you could've eaten one more. I was full off the 1st one and saved the other 2 for later. The beef was tender and came in a fried double tortilla; not the best I've had but good. The beans and rice with the pico de gallo were good, although I prefer my beans whole. Now here's where things got freaky, the plantain was the size of a medium fist sprinkled with sugar, inside of it was this thick sweet white cream, wasn't expecting this. It was good, but weird because I couldn't figure out what I was eating exactly. It's not just plantain, it's a Salvadoran empanada, where the vanilla milk custard is placed in the center of the plantain, then rolled into a ball and fried till golden brown. If you have an appetite and want to try authentic Salvadoran cuisine. I highly recommend, there's a lot to choose from, and you will get plenty of food for your money.

Our party of 4 adults and 3 toddlers just had an amazing lunch here. We ordered 1 creamy shrimp…read moreappetizer, 1 beef tongue taco (comes with 3 tacos), 1 beef burrito, 1 seafood quesadilla, and 1 seafood enchilada. The total was $110 before tax and tips - $140 post tax and tips. The party consensus was that the seafood quesadilla was out of this world. The fish was super tasty and the platter was extraordinary complementary. On the other hand, my favorite was the beef burrito. I loved everything about it. The party's second favorite was the beef tongue tacos. They noted that the beef tongue was super soft and delicious. The flavor within that dish was superb. My second favorite, once again deviating from the group, was the seafood enchilada. I love its combination of sour, spicy, and saltiness. The portions were amazing. The taste was great. And the service was spot on. 5/5 and we will return!

Food was decent. My taco salad was good but I wish the…read moreportion was a little bigger. Quesadillas were flavorful.

Great service, mojitos, and happy hour specials! Was able to sit at the bar for a quick weekday…read morehappy hour meal. The bartender/host was super nice and gave great food recs and makes a great mojito. The mojito even came with fresh sugarcane which is hard to come by. For food, I tried the garlic shrimp, AREPITAS, and spanish omelet which all came out fast, hot, and tasted delicious. Highly recommend visiting!

First, you must try the 4 Leches cake here - chef's kiss! The place has a warm, lively vibe with…read morefloral decor and friendly staff. Went for dinner with a big group of friends and had such a great time! The staff were super friendly and handled our large table easily. The food came out hot and fast - everyone liked what they ordered and I was able to try a bite of half the menu. The drinks were only average and lacked presentation. I thought the food was solid, but no standouts except for the 4 Leches cake - I would come back just for that!