Great food here would recommend the picadera paisa for 2 was plenty. Best place to be at. Good…read moremusic and micheladas 10/10

Absolutely yes. I loved the Columbian food here. I only wish I hadn't been so tight on time. I had…read moreto scarf my food down in 15 min and take the rest home. It's a family owned, small business which I love. I always want to suppprt those. Located in the basement with a bakery above it, the location is unique. It's very colorful and festive which adds to its charm. I ordered the Bandeja Paisa and it was enormous and cost $29. Pricey, but I got 3 meals out of it. It had pork belly, columbian sausage, rice, beans, a fried egg, avocado, and a fried plantain . Gigantic portions. We also ordered empanadas and they were the star of the show. I wish I lived closer to Elgin. I have no idea if I'd return, but I do recommend.

The food at BeaUnique is made with so much love, you can feel it in every meal. Every tortilla is…read moredeliciously crispy and coated with Bea's signature flavor. It is truly one of a kind, a uniquely Bea experience. When I go there with my family, we expect to wait a little bit longer than other fast-casual places, but it's always worth the wait. The menu is built around comfort food. Every item is a treat: the tacos, chips & guacamole, sandwiches, flautas, birria & consommé, burritos, yucca fries, empanadas, etc etc. These are all heavy fare and should be met with that expectation. This is a place for everyone - especially people who love to eat. I love this restaurant so much, and I dream about the yucca fries. I hope you'll give them a try.

Amazing food! This place is inventive and delicious! We got to speak with Bea after having our…read morelunch and she shared a bit about her and her drive toward her career as a chef. Her marinades are delicious and I hope they become widely available. It did take some time for the food to come out but it was worth the wait. The presentation also made it exciting. There is plenty of indoor seating for groups as well

I stopped in for lunch with a friend and we both enjoyed our time here. Altiro is designed and…read moredecorated beautifully. It's fun, sophisticated and elegant. Dress up or dress down, you'll fit right in here. This is a pricier establishment, however, it's not as pricey as Chicago. Service throughout was perfect. Our server checked in just the right amount of times and food was timed out well. I had the enchiladas verdes which also came with rice and scrambled eggs. This was DELICIOUS. Everything went well together and the portion was enough for me to finish and keep me satisfied.

Came here on a double date with some good friends.The space is festive without being chaotic. Fun…read moreLatin decor with a clean minimalist approach that keeps the energy lively without overwhelming you. Great date spot, great group spot. We went full tapas mode and shared everything across the table, which is absolutely the right way to do this. The trio of salsas was a strong opener. The smoky Al Morita was the clear winner for me, though all three brought something distinct to the table. The Patatas Bravas were well seasoned and the sunny side egg on top added a richness that elevated the whole dish. Wanted a little more crisp on the potatoes but honestly a minor note on an otherwise solid plate. Tacos were a mixed bag. The Al Carnitas fell flat, the pork belly felt underseasoned and the lime overpowered everything else. The Al Fundido though was a genuine standout. Perfectly cooked butterfly shrimp, pickled onions, melty cheese. Every component earning its place on the tortilla. The Al Chulo got solid marks from the table but could use something bright to cut through the richness. The Chicken Empanadas were a highlight of the night. Shatteringly crispy, loaded with flavor, and the slaw alongside them was exactly the right call. The Al Mango Salad was fresh and balanced but leaned sweet and desperately wanted a crunchy element and maybe a little heat to round it out. Dessert delivered a split decision. The Al Platanito Frito was the surprise of the evening. Sweet, sour, bright, crunchy. A perfect final bite. The churros were perfectly fine and nothing more. Service was attentive and our server steered us well with recommendations. One heads up: this is not a casual weeknight cheap eat. It is tapas priced for the experience, so come hungry, come with a group, and come ready to spend. Worth it. The Plainfield location is next on our list and we cannot wait.

Great service and cute ambience! We ordered the ceviche clásico and the lomo saltado, which were…read moredelicious and similar to what I had in Peru. There aren't many Peruvian places in the Chicagoland area but this is better than the one in the city. We also got the passion fruit cheesecake and that was amazing.

We met friends at Rios this past weekend. I would give Rio's a little more than okay, but not good…read moreenough that I would come back. Service was good - and they have live music on Friday nights. For drinks, we had white wine and passion fruit pisco sours. We've had better pisco's however. For appetizers, we shared the scallops and the Ceviche Rios. All four of us loved the appetizers and the complimentary bread that came. For entrees - my husband and I shared the Milanesa a la Provenzana and the Arroz Chaufa De Mariscos. Both dishes were good - and handled a reheating the next day, but nothing outstanding.

Amazing flavors and good wine The service is great And the…read morestaff is very friendly I would be happy to come back again soon

"A wonderful 'going away' meal for my daughter before her move back to NYC! We visited Bendita…read moreCocina around 1 PM and were seated right away. The mushroom and butternut squash soups are both amazing--highly recommend tasting both if you're with a friend! My daughter loved her Caprese sandwich, and I'm so glad I asked our waitress, Juliette, for her favorite empanada pick--the Spinach and Cheese was the absolute correct choice. My husband loved his Chef Zee chicken salad, too. Service was timely, professional and friendly. Got daughter to airport on time, Thank you. We will be back,

Had some cocktails and Mexican food at this restaurant on Stolp Island. It conveniently is located…read moreacross the street from the Paramount Theater and is a popular stop before going to shows. Altiro has a couple locations, including this one in Aurora. Pretty much like a tapas bar with small bites. The prices can get expensive but there's some affordable good things. Came here in the evening and it was busy. It's still got plenty of seating so we were able to get to the bar in front. This is a place where they specialize in tapas. Not as much to eat. Of course the food comes out faster though. It's about $12 for a basic cocktail. The fancier ones are a few bucks more. It's about $10 for an appetizer. We got the Al Trio Salsa. Basically it's a few salsas along with chips. These were made with crudo, habanero, and morita peppers. Ranged from mild to burn your mouth hot. The rest of the menu has the usual things like tacos and stuff. Great place to have Mexican style street food. It's closed Mondays. The menu is pretty limited for vegans and vegetarians.

Wow! I have been a regular here, but this was the worst experience I have had. Long wait for food,…read moreorders wrong, some items never did arrive, never could get the checks separate. Ended up paying for food we didn't get so that we could get to our show on time.

A staple in our family especially around birthday and holidays. The food is delicious. The Puerto…read moreRican rice, maduros and pork roast is a huge hit and requested by my family.

I recently tried a Puerto Rican spot out in Elgin and had really high hopes going in…read more I ordered a jibarito with a side of rice, plus an alcapurria and a pastel to try a little bit of everything. Starting with the jibarito, it was honestly a bit of a letdown. The meat was a little chewy and the overall sandwich felt dry, which took away from what should've been a really flavorful dish. The rice also missed the mark for me. It lacked flavor and had a bit of an odd aftertaste, which made it hard to enjoy. For the pricing, I was a little surprised $15 for a small jibarito and $5 for a small side of rice didn't quite match the quality or portion size. That said, not everything was a miss. The alcapurria was definitely the highlight fresh, well-made, and full of flavor. I'd absolutely order that again. The pastel was just okay in my opinion there were a lot of potatoes and not as much meat as I would've liked, so the balance felt a bit off. Overall, it was a mixed experience. There are some strong items on the menu, but between the inconsistency and the pricing, I'm not sure I'd rush back.

I received a warm welcome when I entered the door. The front area of the restaurant was full so we…read morewere led to the back, enclosed patio. There was a funky smell at first (the wood, the alley?) but we eventually just got used to it. I would suggest something to battle the smell. The waitress mentioned the specials for the night and when she said Short Rib, I was sold. It was delicious. Only sad thing is that the average person will probably never take leftovers home. The portion, as pricey as it is, is just right for one person. The margarita I had was good and the Tres Leches dessert was a perfect ending.

I was in the area and wanted something close to me and this popped up. I walked in and was…read moreimmediately greeted. It's a smaller space so I opted for the bar so I didn't have to wait. The bartender was friendly during my encounter. I ordered a nonalcoholic margarita, crispy potatoes with crema, and the flautas. The margarita was tasty and came in a cute jar, definitely picture worthy. I had the potatoes as starters, they were good but the spice was there. I was able to save half. The portion sizes are decently big. I really enjoyed the chicken flautas. The chicken was seasoned well and juicy. The green sauce on top was also my favorite part of the flautas. It's a little pricey but was able to make two meals out of it.