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    Iliana’s Bar Lounge

    4.8 (26 reviews)
    Closed 2:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    2 Haitian Steak Patties
    Brian U.

    I was in the mood for some Haitian food after my workout so I ordered from Iliana's since it was new. I got the pork griot with rice and beans. And I decided to try their Haitian steak patties. The food was just okay, their sauce overpowered the flavor of the rice. Their griot even with the pickliz on top was on the sweet side. And the steak patties were nothing to write home about. Not very flavorful and the pastry despite not being flaky it was just okay. I had really high hopes for this place. Prior I was considering going there for food and drinks especially with Haiti heading to the World Cuo but this average food at best. Prices weren't too bad as I paid a little over $25.

    Griot (pork), fried plantain, rice with red kidney beans. All items were a separate cost. But were good.
    Toné S.

    I stumbled upon this soon to be gem (that recently opened) on IG. Iliana's is a Haitian restaurant owned by Haitian women. It is not located in a prime location and has limited parking. There were not a lot of customers during my visit, but the energy of the restaurant was great. Both owners were consistently present, helping to take orders, greeting customers, and making sure that customer needs were met. Both were extremely welcoming, down to earth, and were receptive to feedback. (Which was a huge plus) There was a live DJ on this day and the music was amazing. The restaurant is semi decorated, and still needs some touching up but overall it was clean. Food: The menu is ehh in my opinion (I failed to take a pic) and all of the items are a la carte which I hope will change to combos (mirroring a typical ayisyen meal) The food was not bad at all. There is room for improvement but Iliana's has not been open for long. I will give them some time to get their menu items and tastes together. Drinks: all great and come with a shot of barbancourt! Yummy! You can also substitute liquors at an additional cost. Overall, I must say that I enjoyed my time here and will certainly return for another good time!

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    Sarah-Jane R.

    I've been dying to try this Haitian restaurant and finally decided to come on a Wednesday evening with my girlfriend. The staff immediately greeted us upon entering. I ordered the Barbancourt Margarita which was out of this world; and my bff ordered the Voodoo Punch cocktail which she enjoyed! We ordered the calamari, fried plantains with steak (meat could have been more flavorful), crab cakes which were so delicious, fried chicken wings in a sweet chili sauce (delish) all off of the Happy Hour menu. For our entree, we shared the legume with conch (lambi), it came with white rice (which I think they could have given a bit more rice), black beans and two fried plantains which was amazingly good! To end the lovely dinner, we indulged in desert, warm beignets filled with chocolate along with ice cream drizzled with chocolate sauce. Next time, I will come when the restaurant is livelier and enjoy the Iliana sampler!

    Kevin C.

    Iliana Bar & Lounge is the spot The food here is out of this world. The oxtail falls off the bone, the goat is seasoned to perfection, the jerk wings bring that perfect kick, and the Haitian patties and mac n cheese are pure comfort food heaven. The service is top tier, with staff that are friendly, attentive, and make you feel right at home. On the weekends the DJ takes it to another level and the vibes are unmatched. If you want amazing food, great service, and the best energy in town, Iliana is it. 10 out of 10.

    Lamb chops, Haitian patties, stew fish and mushroom rice
    Tash S.

    Nice vibes love the aesthetics, authentic Haitian cuisine and the owner was very welcoming. This is definitely a hidden gem with an amazing DJ playing all genres. Babancout margaritas are a MUST!!!!

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    Ayana A.

    I stopped here during my lunch break and it was such a pleasant surprise. They had a lunch special that was $12 I got rice and beans with tasso(fried goat) as well as a coconut rum cocktail that was $7. Everything was so delicious. I even got the chance to try a new menu item pate kode it was amazing. I left here super satisfied, I will be back for sure.

    Legume with white rice and sous pwa noir

    I visited Illiana's for Sunday brunch, and I wasn't disappointed. The place is charming, cozy, and welcoming, just like the woman who greeted me. As I stepped in, some lively Kompa music was playing immediately setting a good vibe. The food was amazing; I tried the boulet and Johnny Cakes, giving them a solid 9 out of 10. My favorite, Legume, didn't let me down either it's a perfect 10. Plus, the drinks are bottomless, so that's another 10 in my book. I will definitely visit again.

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    Amazing food and drinks. Atmosphere was chill and dj was poppin. Owner was so sweet and love the story behind the name so touching.

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    Amazing Vibe food and ambience! Highly recommended Good drinks excellent happy hour! Must check it out!!!! Hidden Gem!

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    Made In Puerto Rico - Seasoned. Doughy. Warm. And Good.

    Made In Puerto Rico

    3.3(554 reviews)
    3.6 miSchuylerville
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    Love this spot! Order the Alcapurias, I stay away from the Coconut Shrimp. Fun, Music level is…read moremoderate and staff is on point. I wish they would redesign the "Back Bar" in the middle of the floor to create an open layout... just me.

    I came here for a team get-together that also lined up with my birthday month, so it was the…read moreperfect chance to celebrate -- and I'm really glad we did. The vibes were amazing from start to finish: great music (major shoutout to the DJ), perfect lighting, and a lively, fun atmosphere that made the night feel special. The food was fantastic and the portions were huge -- seriously, two or three people could've eaten from my plate alone. I ordered the pernil with rice and beans, plus a variety appetizer platter. The pork was juicy (though I do wish the skin was a little crispier), the beans were flavorful, and both the garlic and chimichurri sauces were top-notch. The potato salad was okay, but overall, the meal delivered big flavor and big portions. Since it was my birthday, the team surprised me with a birthday flan and tres leches dessert plate that the restaurant provided. It was the perfect ending -- sweet, creamy, and delicious. The birthday celebration itself was incredible; you truly feel like a superstar. Between the LED signs, the DJ shoutouts, and your name flashing across the booth screen, the energy was unmatched. The drinks were just okay, nothing to write home about, but they got the job done. The only other downsides were the limited parking (especially at night) and the two-hour time limit for our party of ten. Still, it was a fantastic night overall. Great food, great vibes, and a truly fun experience. I'd highly recommend Made in Puerto Rico for birthdays, team outings, or anyone looking for flavorful food and an energetic atmosphere.

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    Was visiting New York from Chicago and dropped into Barrio randomly. What a great spot for weekend…read morebrunch. Live dj, great bartenders and eats. Street park Dj Rob-Lo was spinning latin and house beats in a Sunday afternoon. The music was a fun vibe making many butts move in their seats. Bartender and service were amazing, very attentive and prompt. Samantha helped us pick out food and was super nice.she recommended the bottomless drinks for brunch 90 min unlimited all you can drink sangria, mimosas or rum punch. The rum punch was tasty and she kept us topped off. Finally the food was on another level. Got the Arepa and Tripleta both were quality portions were pretty big and season perfectly. Side of yuka frita was great and perfectly seasoned. If you are visiting or simply looking for a fun time or a great bite you should give Barrio a try you wont regret it.

    Came to Saturday brunch yesterday and had a great time and experience. It was my first time at the…read morecastle hill location. I went a few times at the tremont location. It's def an upgrade and more spacious. They decorated it nicely. Music and food were great. So were the drinks. I especially loved the flan and my pina colada. Service was good also. I wish there were more restrooms, there's only 2. And i also wish they took reservations, it's walk in only. I will def be back though

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    3.8(6 reviews)
    3.5 miSchuylerville

    I stopped by on a Sunday afternoon and the place was pretty packed, but they had a few tables still…read moreavailable. The place itself gives traditional modern bar vibes. A host sat our group of three down and was very accommodating. It took a little while for them to take our drink orders, but it seemed like they were overwhelmed so it was understandable. The spicy margaritas were solid, but the lychee martini and raspberry lemon drop were not the best. We also wanted to order food and were told it would be about an hour wait. If I'm drinking, I definitely want to eat, so I asked if there was anything that could come out quicker for us to munch on. About halfway through the wait it seemed like they didn't have guac and chips, so they brought bread and butter out to a few tables. I guess that was their way of giving people something to snack on while waiting. Right before our dishes came out, one of the waitresses had us pay for what we ordered with her (a couple of waitresses were helping us). I thought that was a little tacky, she could've waited until we were done or combined the tabs since we were at the same table the whole time, not sure if that was possible. Anyways, the food was decent. We had the chicken tacos, nachos, and chicken chunks. I will say they play good music and had all the games people wanted to watch on. It seems like they need to work on being a little more organized and staying calm under pressure, but they have potential.

    Happy Hour! Went on…read morea Wednesday evening for HH. the restaurant was empty upon arrival. We had our choice of seating.... So we made our way towards the back tables across from the bar. Our waitress which was also our bartender was very nice. For starters we had 2 orders of their happy hour wings. Happy hour wings come with 4 pieces. 1 order of buffalo and an order of sweet chili. Both were crispy and very tasty. We also had raspberry lemon drops which were presented beautifully. Well balanced, not too strong or sweet. The pineapple margarita was too sweet for me. We moved on the nachos w/ beef and a Beyond Burger for our entrees. Both were ok... once we received our check we noticed we weren't charged for a Beyond Burger but a Cheeseburger. That is a very dangerous mistake.... Luckily my BF prefers veggie patties and doesn't have any type of allergy, intolerance or religious reasoning behind it. Not sure how that was misconstrued but that mistake leads down a very slippery slope for people with any type of allergies & intolerance.

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