If Im at the Dublin Market I have to get Pablo Havanas. I was so sad when their restaurant in…read morePowell closed but so excited this opened and it also now serves coffees! Ive never been disappointed with the cuban. Its always perfectly made and absolutely delicious.

This was my first time at North Market, but I will definitely be back again. The choices were…read moreoverwhelming, and everything looked and smelled great. For this meal I settled on Pablo's Havana Cafe for Cuban food. I like to try a little bit of everything, so I was excited to see the Bocadito Sampler that included Picadillo, Ropa Vieja, Pork, and Chicken. They were all delicious, though if I had to choose just one I think the chicken was my favorite. I also tried the yucca frita, though they warned me when I ordered it that they didn't have their normal yucca so it was more like french fries. The market was very crowded, but we managed to find an empty table at the far end. It was loud, which is to be expected around any good bar during Friday Happy Hour. Appreciated that the garages provided free parking.

I've been eating at El Arepazo since its early days on Pearl Alley when there was no where to sit…read more As a Colombian-American, I am proud of our heritage and cuisine, but there aren't always great places to eat besides at home. So it was some surprise to try bandeja paisa (traditional huge platter of various Colombian foods) and find it the best anywhere, including in Colombia. 25 years later and that still holds true. I have yet to find arepitas as exquisite of those of Carolina and Carlos, and they remain my standard (I think they are Venezolano, but does it matter? They are delicious and they are the best I've had). The cilantro salsa is unique and really adds to a lot of the foods they offer. My spouse is all about the maracuyá juice, and their options are worth sampling since its not usual for most Americans. For me it is comfort food not only as a Colombian-American, but as a (former) long-time resident of Columbus who at times craves reminders of the past. I've been to Pearl through its incarnations, then Gahanna, and now this Brewery District location. This one is my favorite of the three, with nice space and a great Latin atmosphere. We were there recently on a Saturday and had top-notch service, and even a visit from Carlos to reminisce about old times. El Arepazo is a Columbus institution. If you are curious about Latino food, and Colombian/Venezuelan cuisine in particular, it is THE place to start. Columbus is lucky to have a restaurant like this that beats out anything in Queens, Elizabeth NJ, Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, and would give places from Bogotá to Caracas a run for its money. It's legit, its delicious, it is attractively priced, the location is great, the staff is warm and friendly. 10/10. Stop reading and go eat there!

I am writing this review because I am extremely frustrated by the lack of communication I have…read moreexperienced with Carlos, the owner. On Saturday, August 8th, I took a friend to breakfast at First Watch, across the street from Arepazo. I parked in a legal parking space in front of Arepazo at approximately 10:30 AM and left around 12:30 PM. Later that day, I discovered that the front passenger door of my Jeep Grand Cherokee had been badly dented. At first, it looked as though someone had purposely kicked it. I retraced everywhere I had been that day in an attempt to determine exactly what happened. After reviewing my home security camera footage, I was able to narrow down when the damage occurred. The footage clearly showed that when I backed out of my garage to go to breakfast that morning, my passenger door was undamaged. When I returned home after breakfast, the damage was clearly visible. A few days later, after Arepazo reopened following Sunday, I called the restaurant and spoke directly with Carlos. I explained what had happened and told him that I had noticed security cameras on the restaurant that appeared to be pointed toward the area where my Jeep had been parked. Carlos confirmed that the cameras were working, although he told me the resolution probably would not be good enough to identify someone's face. I explained that I wasn't concerned about identifying a face--I simply wanted to know what happened to my vehicle. Carlos assured me that he would help me figure out what happened and promised to get back to me. It has now been two weeks. My insurance estimator has since inspected the Jeep and determined that the damage is consistent with someone's body having been slammed into the passenger door. The estimated repair cost is approximately $3,300. Despite Carlos telling me he would help, I have not heard from him. I have called several times and left messages with multiple staff members, including his manager, Brent. On Tuesday, August 18th, at approximately 6:30 PM, I finally went to Arepazo in person. I spoke with several employees, including Brent. Brent went into the back to call Carlos. After approximately 15 minutes, he returned and told me that he had just spoken with Carlos and assured me that Carlos would contact me. He still has not. Is this a review of the food at Arepazo Tapas Bar and Grille? No. Is it a review of the restaurant's service? Not exactly. But I do believe it says something about how the owner treats people. I wasn't asking Carlos to pay for the damage. I wasn't accusing Arepazo or any of its employees of causing it. I was simply asking him to follow through on his promise to check security footage that might show what happened to my vehicle while it was parked directly in front of his restaurant. I even told Carlos and Brent that I would gladly come back and eat at Arepazo if they would simply help me with the security footage. Apparently, after two weeks, several phone calls, multiple messages, an in-person visit, and two separate assurances that Carlos would contact me, getting back to me isn't a priority. That's disappointing. Sometimes how a business owner treats someone when there is absolutely nothing in it for him says more about the business than the food ever could. I guess Arepazo has enough business that Carlos doesn't need mine--or that of the friends and family I might otherwise have recommended to his restaurant.

Great quirky local diner restaurant with a Caribbean/South American flair. Big portions at a great…read moreprice. This place is usual busy for a reason. The cool mismatched interior gives it an unique feel. Great friendly staff. Delicious breakfast and lunch.

Pros: Great location with easy street parking…read morelove the decor - the retro clocks are my favorite! Broad menu - breakfast all day, lunch and dinner Specials are creative Enjoyed my 2 eggs, meat, and pancakes dish - a value at $11 Service was excellent and food came out fast Cons: Cuban French toast was a bit oily and not enough powdered sugar sausage only comes in a patty - wish there were links too Pro tip: Breakfast for lunch is the best! Over easy eggs were cooked perfectly.

Another Cuban food truck. Good luck finding it. Great things inside if you do. We've checked their…read moreweb site and streetfoodfinder and can't locate them. The plantains are drop dead delicious. The Cubans are textbook and everyone in our group went crazy on the tamales. I know better. I held out for the Ropa Vieja. They tell me it's one of the national dishes of Cuba. Pulled stewed beef with various Cuban spices. It's served with Moro rice, which is basically white rice and black beans. They add a salad mix and it's a marvel. This is some of the better food truck fare we've had here in Ohio. We just can't get ahold of a schedule and it's been months now. Hoping and praying they still exist! 10/24

This is truck offers up delicious Cuban food and a whole bunch of different freshly squeezed…read morelemonades, and it's probably one of my favorite trucks in the city. For me the Cuban sandwich is the star here with perfectly cooked braised pork and good quality ham. They actually use Cuban bread here for the sandwich which you don't see much of in Columbus. It's about as traditional as you can get. I've also tried the Ropa Vieja, which is another famous Cuban dish, and it was super tasty as well. It's beautifully seasoned shredded beef on top of Moro rice with a salad mix. You can't go wrong with this one. They also offer empanadas, tostones, and tamales among other things that are all made perfectly. If you see this truck around, or find it on StreetFoodFinder, you should definitely make it a point to stop in and give it a try.

We have been going to Barcelona for a number of years and service and the ambience are always…read moreexcellent. The food has been up and down over the years but the last few times I've been here the quality has been consistent and good. Yesterday we shared the Carne paella, which was excellent. For the Tapas, we got the garlic shrimp, the empanadas, and the short rib. All of them were good, but my favorite was the short rib. Wonderful creamy base and melt in your mouth beef.

My friend and I celebrated my birthday at Barcelona last weekend. I was fiending for scallops so I…read morepicked them for my main entree. I love me some beets so I chose that for my salad. Both dishes were amazing. The scallops were cooked to perfection and covered with a lucious cream sauce. The service was excellent and they threw in a free chocolate lava cake + vanilla ice cream for my birthday complete with lighted candle! I'm only giving 4 stars because it lacked ADA accommodation. Very tall step to get into the restaurant and no handicap stalls in the bathroom. I have mobility issues and this is very important when I'm choosing where to dine.

Not sure why this place wasn't PACKED even if it was on a Monday! We had a great experience with…read moreenergetic and engaging staff and delicious food. It's a win when each member of our family raves about the food (even my picky 11 year old). The guacamole was amazing. Each dish that we had was prepared amazingly well and came out hot. They even allowed an accommodation for my order due to dietary needs. The robot bringing drinks from the bar was so cool! My family and I are already planning our next visit - Taco Tuesday maybe! The restaurant is also decorated nicely - large hanging from the ceiling, nice touch.

Overall, a really good experience at Fronteras! The food and atmosphere were great. The mofongo was…read moregood, but not quite the traditional flavor I was expecting. And the queso on top? Sometimes you just have to let the mofongo be mofongo! Still, we enjoyed everything and would definitely come back. Am I coming back? Maybe . Let's see.

Went for breakfast and was just ok. Got the Cajun scrambler and coffee. A lot of potatoes, not…read moremuch else. After the tip total was $24.59! Service was friendly and efficient.

Can't rave enough about the roasted pork with salsa verde! Flavor really blew me away. My husband…read morealso really enjoyed his burrito. Solid neighborhood spot with plenty of space and very friendly staff.

We visited FYR again for my birthday. The experience began with a handwritten birthday card, which…read morereminded us that we were up for a top notch experience. Being a Monday evening, the dining room was quieter than last time but the vibe was still cool and upscale. Every item that came to the table from the drinks, the "first bite," the starters and entrees were impeccably prepared. Our server, Alex, was highly attentive without being too much so... Another 5-star experience!

Great restaurant downtown in Columbus! Started with a NA Hugo Spritz which was so refreshing. Got…read morethe wood fired peaches and the salmon as a meal! Loved the peaches with the burrata. The salmon was cooked perfectly and flavored well - I thought there was a tad too much of the creamy sauce, made the fish feel a little heavy. Split a dessert with a friend (Corn and Blueberry) - was shocked at the color of the dessert! Visually very vibrant was not expecting that. Taste wise just tasted like blueberry ice cream with a bit of caramel! Loved the high ceilings and open setup of the place. The natural light made the restaurant almost feel like it was outdoors! Waitress was super nice and kept filling our waters all night. Would come back if I was in the area!

Love a place that knows what they're good at. A few items you do well and no fluff with all the…read moreoptions and toppings and yaddah for unnecessarily custom sandwiches. It's a sandwich for god's sake. I ordered the chicharron sandwich which was delightful. Crispy edges on the bread, the juice from the pork and the pickled onion was a perfect marriage. The chunkiness of the pork was a bit dry and I desperately wanted more onions but it was all so good. The hot sauce was mild and added an elevated layer of heat but again, still very mild hot sauce. Lines felt long when you walked in while lunch is bustling but they are quick and efficient. I may have waited 4-5min and had my sandwich ready to go.

My husband's aunt told us about this hidden gem and she did not do us dirty! We actually went to…read morethe location nearish Easton - but it's not listed in yelp. We did verify it's the same place. Also, when you get here, it will look and feel that we whites have led you astray, but fear not! You are in the correct spot. (Next to a waxing place and in an upscale feeling outdoor shopping plaza - Easton 2.0?) They don't offer much more than sandwiches (despite the name) and sadly no homemade chips or plantains at this location- BUT - the sandwiches alone are WORTH IT. I'm 42 and have had the same list of top five sandwiches for the past twenty years until today. The chicharrón sandwich was *empingao* and is now solidly in my top five!!!!

Solid spot been here for some years, open later when the rest are closed ( food trucks )…read more Best Cuban sandwich around.

So good the Cuban sandwich are some of the best I've had. They're so big that I have leftovers for…read morelunch the next day!