A Place That Feels Like Home Some restaurants are worth visiting because of the food. Others are worth visiting because of the people. Hola Restaurant is one of the rare places that gives you both since the moment you walk in. I first discovered Hola about 4 years ago when I was working near Island Pond. Every Friday, my coworkers and I looked forward to ordering from there. We'd all pitch in for breakfast or lunch, and my boss would pick up our order. It quickly became our Friday tradition, and honestly, it was always the highlight of the workweek. Over the years, Hola has become much more than just a restaurant to me. I've trusted them to cater my baby shower and my son's birthday, and every single time they exceeded my expectations. Whenever friends or family come to visit, Hola is one of the first places I take them because I know they'll leave impressed, not just by the food, but by the experience. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. No matter what we order, it never disappoints. Even now, living about 40 minutes away, I still make the drive because it's simply that good. What truly sets Hola apart, though, is the people. The woman who cooks is one of the sweetest, most loving people you'll ever meet, and the staff makes you feel like you're walking into a family member's home rather than a restaurant. They remember your name, they remember your family, and they genuinely ask how everyone is doing. Those little moments mean so much because they make you feel seen, appreciated, and welcomed every single time you walk through the door. In today's world, it's becoming harder to find places that combine amazing food with genuine hospitality. Hola Restaurant has mastered both. Unfortunately, I don't have any pictures to share because the food usually disappears before I even think about taking one! But trust me when I say this place is worth every single penny. If you're anywhere near Springfield or even if you're not, make the trip. I promise you won't regret it. For me, it's not just a restaurant anymore. It's a place that feels like home, and I'll continue recommending it to everyone I know. Highly, highly recommended. read more

We had the fried fish, grilled chicken, oxtail, and ribs, and everything was absolutely delicious! Even the orange juice was amazing. What really made the experience special was how authentic and comforting everything felt. It was like sitting in someone's kitchen, enjoying a home-cooked meal surrounded by family. The food was full of flavor, and the atmosphere made us feel right at home. Truly a wonderful experience! Pedimos pescado frito, pollo a la parrilla, rabo de res y costillas, ¡y absolutamente todo estaba delicioso! Hasta el jugo de naranja estaba espectacular. Lo que hizo la experiencia tan especial fue lo auténtico y acogedor que se sentía todo. Era como estar en la cocina de una familia, disfrutando de una comida casera hecha con cariño. La comida estaba llena de sabor y el ambiente nos hizo sentir como en casa. ¡De verdad, una experiencia maravillosa! read more

I will admit it's a little bit of time since I reviewed a place but this is a day you don't feel like doing anything/going anywhere & just getting something for yourself & enjoying yourself as well & this case was such & this place I selected. I had a Chicarrom de Polo (no bones) with yellow/Spanish rice & black beans & a Costello a BBQ rids with white rice and black beans & overall impressive (photos will accompany) & this is an interesting Spanish style restaurant (I only wish whereabouts the cuisine is representing due to numerous areas) and best $38 spent. read more

See all

Ordered from them again and they did NOT disappoint! Leftovers have lasted almost a week and are just as delicious as day one!

Food and service are excellent! Everything is clean staff are pleasant and they are wiping counter's constantly really worth it! Fresh food is always being brought out. I wish they were open a little later but on the weekends I can make it. check it out read more

Amazing food! Very clean, professional customer service, and a variety of food selections till later at bight, verses other places in the area. Loved it! read more

Hola Restaurant - Mangu breakfast with Morir sonando - Latin American Near Me - Springfield, Massachusetts

Food is great. Always perfect flavor & fresh best is in person cuz the people so nice

Unfortunately this place is no longer the same. The menu selection is limited and the service is not the same. The food still is good!

Such a wonderful family restaurant! Went with a group of friends while visiting Massachusetts. The staff is extremely friendly and the restaurant is super clean. I truly don't have any complaints on any food items. The drinks were so refreshing! The tostones were delicious. I got the steak with rice and black beans - the portion was great and the food was FRESH. The prices were so reasonable, I paid $25 for two meals, appetizers and two drinks! Can't beat that. Definitely will make this a pitstop every time I pass through Springfield! read more

Terrific food. The pionono-- a sort of lasagna made with platanos-- is an absolute must. Cleanest restaurant ever. Wish they would provide real silverware. Plastic takeout stuff to cut chicken etc is not the best. Still, a really great spot. read more

Nifty little place with great service and delicious food at great prices. The staff was great, friendly, and made you feel like you were guests at their family dinner table. Absolutely a gem of Springfield. read more

We enjoy eating Spanish food. All were made by hands. Love their homemade Tamarindo drink. There has homemade pina coloda and other drinks. Reasonable price. Comfortable sittings. Clean inside. Friendly workers. read more

Hola Restaurant - Mashed plantains with red onion, rice with beans, beef and chicken. - Latin American Near Me - Springfield, Massachusetts

BUENÍSIMO If you're looking for authentic Dominican cuisine in a clean and welcoming restaurant at a good price this is the place to go! read more

Hola Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Springfield, Massachusetts

I stopped by yesterday and the owner was very cool and fun to talk to. The food was AMAZINGLY delicious and I can't wait to stop back by again soon. read more

What a great little place, neat, clean and friendly. Foods always hot and delicious. The roast pork is my favorite!

Unreal, Unreal , Unreal!!!! Some of the best food I've ever had. I'm a foodie and, my experience from service to food was beyond excellent. Highly recommend trying it out. read more

Food was pretty bland and service was pretty basic. I wasn't greeted and almost felt unwelcome. I also have a Latin background and had high expectations from the photos, but was left yearning for more flavor. read more

Every year I get a pork shoulder for Christmas Eve for a family party from here. It's absolutely amazing and everyone loves it. The owner and workers are super nice as well. This is the best Spanish food around. read more

This is the best restaurant for the best Spanish food ever. When I used to work close to this spot I would hit it up a few times a week. The food was real fresh and at a great price! The employees were so helpful to answering questions about items I have never had before and helped to make sure the taste and texture would be enjoyable when the item is consumed. Cannot wait to go back soon! read more

I got take out from Hola for lunch and it was delicious. The woman who helped me (the owner?) was very friendly and helpful. I had the beef stew, rice and pinto beans and plantains as well. The food is served from a hot table line, which means service is quick when you only have a few minutes. Very tasty and huge portions that lasted me for two full meals (at nine months pregnant). I also had an passion fruit agua fresca which was a bit too sweet for me but delicious when I cut it with water. I look forward to returning. read more

Highly recommend. Clean restaurant, the sweetest owner, and the best food!! My go to dish is pernil (pork), yellow rice, and potato salad, with a tamarind juice. I could eat here every day and always be satisfied. read more

I live in NY near the capitol and wish there was food this good in Albany. I've made the drive several times and I'm never disappointed. The people working at the counter couldn't be nice or more pleasant. It's always a joy to come here and try something new or get an old favorite. I even get food to take home. This restaurant is such a treasure. read more

Service with a smile! Clean establishment, and most importantly - DELICIOUS FOOD!!!! This is my new go - to restaurant! Fried sweet plantains are a must try!!! read more

Got takeout via doordash. Arroz con gandules was dry and bland. Alcapuria was good. We'll try dining in this weekend.

Such a beautiful place, food is delicious drinks are amazing! the energy is good. More people should enjoy this experience.

This place has loads of charm and character. Everybody seems to know everybody, and neighborhood people stroll in to say hello to various staff members or other patrons. When my wife and I walked in the first thing we noticed was a display case filled with doughnuts, eclairs, popovers, etc., and we wondered if we had mistakenly wandered into a bakery. We almost walked out, but we were glad we didn't. Right beyond the desserts is a steam table of delicious Dominican fare. Be warned: None of the staff speaks English particularly well, but they're super friendly and they go out of their way to help you. Fortunately, during our visit there was a young Dominican woman customer from the neighborhood who translated as we made our order, which made things much easier. Oh, also, the place is so new, there were no menus or board describing items and listing prices. So basically we just pointed at different dishes and our friendly neighborhood translator explained if it was beef or pork or chicken (some of the dishes it was pretty obvious, others not so much). Anyway, my wife decided on a beef dish with peppers, and I went with a staff recommendation, which was another slightly different beef dish with peppers and onions. My wife also got black beans and rice while I got what was described as a Dominican variation of beans and rice. I also added a bowl of black beans and some sliced avocado as sides, and we shared a lemonade. Total price for the two us? $18. Great deal! Everything was delicious. During our visit, we were the only people who dined in, but there were a lot of takeout orders. When we were leaving the women in charge apologized for her limited English and explained that the restaurant is new and they planned on getting menus and a board soon. We will be back! read more

Hola Restaurant - Hola Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Springfield, Massachusetts

See all

ordered empanadas they didn't have them waited over 20 mins to be told they didn't have them outside in the cold i gotta say the food is good but the service is crap read more