I was looking for a bakery in Bellevue to get a snack and found this place on Yelp. It's a little…read moredifficult to find, it's in an industrial area, and inside another store. There is also road closures for road work going on that Google maps doesn't know making it tough to get the bakery. The service was very friendly, we got Empanadas. Two Chicken and one Cheese empanada. They were hot and amazing, we loved the sauce that came with it. Now that we know where it is, we will be back. I want to try their Puff pastries and fruit smoothies.

I found this place on the Yelp map while searching for "coffee near me". I'm sure I would have…read moreenjoyed my experience if it hadn't been for the fact that the shop had moved away 6 months ago, and was not updated here in Yelp. I did however enjoy the half-mile walk to and from the store. I was not the only person who was disappointed. There was also a couple standing at the door for a minute who were reading the notice of the new location posted on the door. I didn't have a chance to speak with them before they drove away. I have been to several Latino bakeries in the past and always enjoyed the pastries and coffee so maybe I'll try this business again if I'm in their new neighborhood.

I thought these Argentine-style Empanadas tasted amazing, especially the Chorizo which was…read moreliterally dripping in flavor. The garlicky oily dipping sauce added even more flavor to the savory empanadas and gave me dragon breath all day but it was so worth it! There is a good amount of seating here. I love the futbol decor and airiness of the place. There is some lot parking out front and street parking is also an option and where I found parking. The only downside to my experience coming here recently is how they forgot to include my ham & cheese empanada in the to go box that was nicely packaged and sealed so I couldn't check to see if it was there until I unpacked my order and found that it was not there. I didn't want to deal with the hassle of calling them to get a refund for it or drive back for it. Also, I don't feel like giving them one less star right now on this review because of it. I'm considering it this time as a natural human error and donation to this nice small business. Hopefully, they will be more careful and efficient my next visit because their product was very tasty and I do want go back there again soon to try more.

In the past all the empanadas I had were hard and dry. This was so soft and delicious!…read more Came in the evening with some friends. Was a great snack to share. Staff were great, and quick!

Best empanadas I've had outside of south America. I put my order online before driving 20 minutes…read moreto the store, rolled up, and was out within two minutes with freshly baked empanadas. There's nowhere to eat inside but I love that this location screams family run business with an owner who works hard and is building something great. The onion and cheese empanada was really good. I'm also a fan of the minced meat.

First time visiting this store, we bought a half dozen of the empanadas …read more A mix of the sirloin steak, and classic meat empanadas. We also picked up 3 small portions of their chimichurri sauce. (2 regular and 1 spicy. (Beware ...the spicy definitely had a kick). These empanadas are so delicious! I loved the chimichurri sauce too, although a bit pricey at 1.50 for a small portion. I first tried these empanadas at Metropolitan Market last summer. Will definitely revisit when I need to get my empanada fix! Note: it is better to call ahead and order, otherwise you must wait for about 15 minutes so the empanadas can be baked. No tables/chairs in the store (so it is basically take out. However there is a 2 person bench to sit on when you wait for your order

I was craving a soup. I searched for a place to go and this place came up. They had chicken, beef…read moresoup with plenty of veggies. It was really hot and the staff were very welcoming. This restaurant is located inside of the mall so don't spend time looking for it outside like I did. The restaurant is small with great space.

I been to their og location at uw before and really like their arepas. I decided to try other items…read moreon the menu this time. You pay at the counter and they bring out the food to you and you bus your own table. It's not too bad. It was pretty busy when we came but it wasn't too loud. I got the pabellon bowl which was basically rice, beans, plantains and shredded beef. It was a very hearty dish. The flavor was just ok though, almost bland. The portion was good, but I don't think it justifiy the $20 price. Overall, I probably will stick with the arepas next time.

Like the other reviewers here, I'm also new to Mexican cooking. I've been here several times, and…read morethey always have what I need. For some reason, lard is hard or impossible to find at large chain supermarkets, but I found it easily at La Superior. They have a better selection of chilis than other supermarkets at much lower prices. The cashier/clerk who works there is also super helpful. In my last trip, I was looking for epazote, and not only did she point me out where it was, but even helped me find the freshest bundle of epazote she had in her fridge. I hope to continue exploring Mexican cooking, and I'm glad I have La Superior here to watch my back.

Owners of this place and those who work here create a lot of disorder in the parking lot around…read moretheir store. They constantly park illegally, thus making it difficult to drive around this place. Today their car blocked the parking lane while waiting for a spot near their store, ignoring the cars honking and asking to stand aside and let others pass. When reprimanded, they pretend that they don't speak English and don't understand what you are saying.

This is close to 4.5 star but I'm rounding up because I'm coming back to try other things…read more I never had Colombian food before so I was excited to try this place. It wasn't busy when I was there so I ordered pretty fast. Food: Cheese bread: 4/5 -- soft and fluffy, does have an aftertaste I'm not use to Tamal 5/5-- this was humongous and very flavorful. It was packed with various meats that was very tender. It also came with a bread to help balance the meal. Beef empanada 5/5 -- this was really good. These empanadas are different from what I'm used to as the outer shell is crispy. It was really good and the beef inside was super flavorful that I didn't need to dip it in any sauce. They were also pretty big. I think the food is made to order so you do have to wait 5-10 minutes. Overall I'm coming back because I want to try their other offerings

There are only a handful of places offering Colombian cuisine in the Seattle area, and even fewer…read moreoffering a wide range of Colombian grocery goods. This place has both. It is not easy to find, and you will have to find it to visit. You're not going to chance upon it, as it is not even visible from any street. The location is in a business and warehouse area. We thought we had taken a wrong turn until we finally saw it. The food is good. Having lived in Colombia for a few years and learned how to cook many Colombian dishes, this place is legit. Is it the finest Colombian food on the planet? Not. But it is good. It's well-executed, clean, and tasty. We had several things from the menu, and I look forward to returning and trying all the menu. The store is fantastic. Many different Colombian food and household items are available here. This business has been around for two years, and I hope they make it for 50 or more years. It's worth a visit to support an excellent business run by fabulous people.

I've been a frequent customer of El Mercado Latino since I returned home to Seattle in 1999…read more.. Best hot sauce selection in the market by far! Thanque all!

Omg I saw empanadas and I was immediately hooked! I had the mushroom and cheese and it was warm,…read morefresh, ooey-gooey goodness! I loved it so much I went back again and ordered the same thing! Lol. If you're an empanada lover, this little hidden gem is a must-visit. It's tucked inside Pike Place Market and doubles as a small Latin grocery, stocked with sauces, spices, and other goodies from all over Latin America. Service is fast and friendly, and everything feels super authentic and homey. Just a little FYI: the yellow sauce isn't free, they charge $2 for it, so plan accordingly if you love dipping like I do! Perfect for a quick bite while exploring the market or grabbing a few specialty ingredients to take home.

Always a great choice, the food is tasty and delicious, very pleased with the kind service and…read morelively atmosphere. highly recommended!

Castilla has been a restaurant I've heard of for a long time, but honestly never really had plans…read moreto come in. We did a belated Christmas gift exchange with friends recently and our friends made reservations here. So glad they did! It's literally right down in the main Bellevue Square hub, so we were able to easily park at the mall and make a short walk to Castilla. Vibes were perfect with low lighting but still a bustling atmosphere. Our server (unfortunately forgot his name) kept solid recommendations coming all night and was so funny and personable! As this is a tapas spot, we tried quite a few dishes and split them amongst the table. Mixta Paella: our server promised us that the smaller size paella was good for 2-4 people and man he was RIGHT. The portion was absolutely insane and I don't think we even finished all of it. Everything tasted so fresh and there was so much flavor to the dish. They warn you ahead of time, but plan for the paella to take 30 minutes for them to prepare. Grilled Octopus Leg: Every time I have octopus (which is two times now LOL) I'm a little worried about the texture, but it was prepared beautifully here and the sauce that it was in was delicious. Salmon & Artichoke Dip: I'm a sucker for any type of artichoke dip and this was no exception. Creamy, rich, and great flavor! Beef Medallions: Tender and cooked to perfection. Definitely recommend. Chorizo & Onion Empanada: Another banger. So crispy and the filling was so good! I actually was on the fence about this one but my husband insisted, and it was a good choice. Patatas Aioli: Crispy layered potato with a garlic aioli? I mean, come on. You can't go wrong. Delicious. This was our first visit to Castilla and I'm sure it won't be the last - would definitely return if I'm dining up again in Bellevue!

Hidden in a little plaza off of 14th Ave S in Seattle's South Park neighborhood, Pasteleria Y…read morePanaderia La Ideal is a quaint Mexican bakery selling an assortment of pastries and other baked goods. Coming inside, there will be a wall of pastries on the left side of the wall, and racks of other items towards the middle of the bakery. You are able to get a tray and use tongs to self-serve the pastries which you can then check out at the register (they accept card!). I got myself a concha, pan barracho, and a cookie. They're all nice snacks to have, some were a little stale since I came right before closing but they pair very well with coffee! I will surely come back to try out their other goods.

The custard is out of this world, insanely good! A bit smeared on the side of the box and I scooped…read moreit up with another bread; it'd be a shame to waste any bit of it! I could definitely order a side of it as a dip for any of these breads if I was feeling crazy. This bakery smells amazing. It's a small business but they have so much variety and all the favorites you're looking for! We panicked bc we saw the "cash only" sign at the end but they fortunately had a reader they set up quickly and we greatly appreciated it. This is a true gem of a bakery.

It's been long I had good Arepa. I tried a place in Factoria mall in Bellevue but that was pretty…read moreaverage. I discovered Arepa several years back in Raleigh in NCSU campus and always felt that's the best Arepa I ever had. But then comes this place which absolutely set the bar even higher. Their Arepas are really good - given I just tried a black bean Arepa - no meat. I loved it. I also enjoyed their sauces and it is just fun to experiment with different sauces and enjoying the flavors. I won't be surprised if all their sauces were housemade. My friend got Chicken Empanadas and this was first time he was having Venezuelian food - he really liked it. We also tried Flan - it was okay. You probably don't want to try lot of desserts here. Ambience is pretty good here. Loved the dining area.

I got the arepa combo with the queen beef arepa, beef empanada, and brown sugar lemon limeade. Also…read morepictured is my friend's sampler plate. I have had this place before when it was on 50th and I was much more impressed this time around. I really enjoyed all the sauces they provided for the table: garlic, cilantro, chipotle, spicy, and habanero. The empanada was soooo tasty and the beef in everything was great. The location is conveniently across from a big and pretty empty parking lot so it was also easy to drop in to eat. I will definitely be craving this place again.