5333 Adeline St Emeryville, CA 94608…read more "Barbaro" is a commercial kitchen (aka a ghost kitchen) at the Adeline Food Hall. Barbaro is one of several brands of Comidazo Kitchens. Using the DoorDash app, I ordered from this menu on a Wednesday evening. I ordered: - Meal Milanesa With Fries, with a chimichurri dip - Eggroll Lechon (1) Service was prompt and quick, and my food arrived quickly. Grade (4/5) - The Meal Milanesa was very good. It arrived hot, fresh and moist. The chicken cutlet was lightly breaded with just the right seasoning. The crinkle cut fries were a bit soft, but held together pretty well. A chimichurri dip was included, and it added a zesty flavor to the dish. Grade (5/5). - The Eggroll Lechon, Grade (3/5): This eggroll was made of cabbage, cheese and lechon (roasted suckling pig). Not the same as Chinese eggrolls. This eggroll was fat and packed with meaty flavor. The problem I had with it can be fixed. It arrived in a small box, and the eggroll was sitting in a small pool of oil. I'm guessing someone was in a big hurry to get the order out, and forgot to properly drain or blot the excess oil from the eggroll. I tried to drain the excess oil, but half the eggroll was a bit greasy. Overall a 4-star experience. I would order again. -

I rarely write reviews, but this spot absolutely deserves it. I ordered the Barbaro Kitchen Sink,…read moreSalad with Grilled Chicken, Maduros, and the jerk chicken and lechon empanadas. Every single dish was cooked to perfection--flavors were bold, balanced, and the sauces were incredible. Even the vegetables were packed with flavor. This place is an absolute must-try, and I guarantee you won't be disappointed!

I had the pleasure of meeting Chef Erick to discuss his management approach and culinary…read morephilosophy. We also discussed his upbringing in NYC and his long history in the Bay Area's challenging culinary scene. This conversation happened before I had the opportunity to taste the succulent Puerto Rican dishes on his menu. Chef Erick is a truly humble and professional culinary artist. He lets his cooking do the talking, allowing his ingredients and timely combinations to showcase his superb culinary skills. From our conversation, I learned that he genuinely cares about the quality of his ingredients. While we talked about his experiences cooking for all kinds of tables in the Bay Area, from VIPs and celebrities to daily blue-collar San Franciscans seeking standout meals, Chef Erick answered at least five phone calls. He diligently coordinated with his local suppliers to ensure he, and in turn his customers, would have access to nothing but the best ingredients during the upcoming weekend rush. Most Puerto Ricans, including those adopted (see Chef Anthony Bourdain's memoirs), know a Puerto Rican restaurant is truly judged by the quality and flavor of its Pernil. This slow-roasted pork shoulder or leg is marinated in a robust herb paste. Many Puerto Rican families guard their herb paste recipes as closely as The Coca-Cola Company guards its Coca-Cola recipe. Pernil is the centerpiece of holiday feasts and family celebrations. That's why I chose this menu to celebrate meeting Chef Erick. Without hesitation, he prepared for me--someone born and raised in Puerto Rico--his masterfully concocted pernil with arroz con gandules and a side of maduros fritos. I have to say, this was the best Puerto Rican food I have tasted in all of California, from Santa Rosa to San Diego. I have visited all the restaurants in the Bay Area: El Coqui, both Sol Foods locations, Parada 22, and Lola's Lounge in Sacramento. I admit, this is the best and most authentic plate of Puerto Rican cuisine I have enjoyed in 16 years exploring Latin Cuisine Restaurants in Northern California. If you like Puerto Rican cuisine and have not tried Puerto Rican Street Cuisine, you must add this restaurant to your "must-visit" places in California. Thank you to Ceci, all the cooks, and Chef Erick for helping me relive the experience of proper, authentic pernil y arroz con gandules like my abuelita used to make for us on "la lomita" in Hormigueros, Puerto Rico!

This has the best Puerto Rican food I have had- including in Puerto Rico! The carne was wonderfully…read morespiced, perfectly medium, and full grain meat through each chunk. The amazingly sweet and ripe plantains finish out a very generously portioned meal.

Don't let the location for you. Some of the best pupusas I've ever had (and I have had my fair…read moreshare). Cooked to having a soft center. The masa (corn flour) complements the other flavors without overpowering them. I am not a big believer in perfection, but the way these were cooked came damn close. And this was just the main dish. The cabbage salad, (curtido) that accompanied it was solid as well. Crisp, fresh with the proper acidity. I will be back.

Awesome pupusas!! Price is reasonable and I love doing take out for the whole family. Great for…read morepotlucks too

World Cup finals and a great vibe inside and outside she's I went pick up empanadas. Thanks for all…read morethe yummy empanadas and for creating space for community to gather and be joyful. Appreciated the quick take/out service too.

Always a pleasure! I have been here multiple times to get a morning fix of empanadas and Yerba…read moremate. (One of the only places I've been to that actually brews it perfectly) also don't get me started on the chimichurri sauce ! Delectable !!!

Dined in with my family of 6 on a Sunday. We were seated promptly and taken care of by Laura. We…read moreordered family style to share; large plate of rice, beans, 2 lbs surtido, guacamole and the best salsa verde in the bay! The best carnitas too...perfectly cooked. I can not eat carnitas at other places because their either salty, too dry or oily. Jalisco carnitas have been around for decades for a reason!

Ripping off your customer is wrong. Regular burrito plus a 6 dollar soda pop. The food was okay I…read morewas hoping top notch like the reviews showed.

Adeline Food Hall 5333 Adeline St…read more Emeryville, CA 94608 "Dela" is the latest virtual brand/menu of Comidazo Kitchens at the Adeline Food Hall. Dela is a ghost kitchen, so it's either pickup or delivery. There's no dining room or table service. DoorDash was offering a promo to try this new restaurant, so I placed an order on a Saturday afternoon. The Comidazo website, says Dela is a Caribbean themed menu. It says...."Jerk and spicy meats or veggies over white rice and red beans take you on a journey to the Caribbean." I ordered "The Lechon Bowl." It was a hearty meal of rice and red beans, with juicy pork. It also had sweet plantains. It was alot of food for $15.00. I also ordered Lechon Eggroll and Peeza Poaket Frito. Both for $5.00. Okay, I have tried some of Comidazo's other virtual brands, and the eggrolls and empanadas appeared to be the same. It looks like they only change the entrees. The Lechon Eggroll was the same. It's nice that they packed the eggroll and Peeza Frito in foil pouches. They arrived still hot! However, the Peeza Poaket Frito was a waste of money. It was described as a pizza pocket with pepperoni and cheese. It was more like overcooked pepperoni and dried up cheese. Something in it was crunchy. Overall, a fair to good experience. I won't order pizza pockets here again.

I came in here for the first time today to grabe a few tacos for linch. The spot just opened and…read moreand I have been meaning to eat local here in the neighborhood instead of driving all over the place. Staff was nice, and the owner told me about another spot he has on Seminary thats very popular as well. They do the carnitas there so I need to check it out! Anyways, i got a sampler of 3 tacos. Pollo, carne asada, and al pator. the pollo was tender, succulent, and flavorful. The al pastor, which I am eating as I type is equally as good. The tacos are of a good 4 bite size. The tortilla is fresh and soft. Sweet yellow corn, single layer. I saw a gordita on the menu, and need to try that next. the asada is bomb a little salty, this one... i wish i had a cold beer right now... ... voila! beer obtained. mmm.. much better. Mission accomplished. I am satisfied. This spot out there by Chino's Market is good. My favorite was the chicken. I am not sure if it was because it was the first one, or if it was because the others were cooled down by the time i got to the. Another trial must be conducted! This spot is legit. I must definitely come back again. this is my native taco shop and supporting this delicious eatery is something I am willing to add to my quality food in the neighborhood rolodex. I got mine to go, but there are a couple of tables there if youd lime to sit down with a few people. The people here seem genuinely nice, and I am happy to spend here. Oh, and they have these spicy pockled onion with habanero here. it was my first time seei g that. I tried one just by itself and it hit hot and fast, but died down. they were perfect with the tacos, though..

Used to be one of my favorite restaurants. Little local spots, healthy portions, great taste. Went…read morethere a few months ago and was sadly disappointed. Has a colder feel now, staff not as warm and friendly and prices have sky-rocketed! They used to have great whole fried fish. They used to have S, M, & L options with the most expensive option being around $18. Prices have steadily climbed up and options down. Now they have one option and it's around $35! I couldn't believe it. All the other prices are sky high as well without even any pleasing ambience. I'm pretty much done going here and sad.

This is a very hole in the wall mom and pop shop that I drive by and if you blink, you'll miss it…read more There's street parking around but if you don't mind crossing the street, there's parking around Walgreens. It's a pretty small spot but well worth it. You can order from the window or you can sit, look at the menu and then wait. The food takes time to come out but that is because everything is made fresh and to order. I cannot begin to describe how worth it the wait was. We got horchata to sip on while we talked and were kept in good company until we got empanadas, yucas and finally, our pupusas. All I can say it, everything was delicious and made with love. I do wish they have more support but they seem to be doing well since they've been at the spot forever. All I can say is I was speechless once the food came out because I was just eating.

The food was amazing at decent prices. My friend asked for her tortillas to be fried and they did…read moreit for her without trouble. Everything tasted so good and the pupusas were delicious.