Going to try to be as objective as possible. Arrived 30mins+ before closing, empty tables & waited 20mins+ to be seated. Waited 35+ min for a waitress greet us [Drink orders, any apps?, any menu questiins?]. We asked for waters, typically free at any other resteraunt. No, only $1 bottled water. I had a palomilla, aka bistec a la parilla, sliced so thin it would compete with a slice of prosciutto..... yet with the tenderness of a high performance Goodyear tire. Un Rabo tibia that was, presumably encendido at some point but served 30mins later. The pork included in the Picada Isla Bella had that unmistakable reheated pork taste but at least the croquettas were good. Rice & Beans and plantains were fine. With the exception of the pork, the overall flavor of each dish was passable. The 1st plate wasn't served until approx 90 minutes after order taken, barely warm. Each dish arrived 15-20 mins after the last, all barely warm to room temp. Only the beans arrived hot, because they forgot to bring it with the entrees & must've scooped it right out the pot. Time & efficiency seem to be a major issue here. Also, consider cash, $9 for paying with a credit/debit card . Not much ambiance to speak about, positive or negative, but there's a TV playing music videos! Same night, as we were being seated I noticed a YouTuber or someone recording for social media platform, who seemed effusive of his experience. I found few redeeming qualities dining here, I guess some people just do it for the exposure. read more